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- February 2, 2023
Through the Health Care Action Plan (HCAP), Alberta Health Services has launched a new EMS-811 Shared Response program so every Albertan receives appropriate levels of care.
- February 1, 2023
Premier Danielle Smith issued this statement recognizing Black History Month:
- January 31, 2023
Continued advocacy to the federal government means that Alberta families will have access to thousands more licensed private child-care spaces.
- January 26, 2023
Alberta’s government is pausing private passenger vehicle insurance rate increases through to the end of 2023.
- January 23, 2023
Albertans will have access to thousands more publicly funded orthopedic surgeries at Calgary chartered surgical facilities as part of the Health Care Action Plan (HCAP).
- January 20, 2023
Albertans should use caution if they receive a text message claiming to be from government about affordability payments.
- January 19, 2023
Albertans are invited to nominate individuals and organizations that have made Alberta’s communities safer.
- January 18, 2023
Alberta’s first shipment of children’s liquid acetaminophen has arrived and will be distributed to hospitals across the province immediately.
- January 18, 2023
Alberta’s government is working to attract more newcomers to help grow the economy and address labour shortages in key sectors.
- January 17, 2023
Beginning January 18 at 9 a.m., eligible Alberta parents and seniors can apply to receive $600 in affordability payments over six months.
- January 16, 2023
Alberta’s government is committed to ensuring an ambulance is available to everyone where and when they need it.
- January 9, 2023
Monthly $100 affordability payments for families, seniors, and vulnerable Albertans will be released soon, and Albertans can act now to get ready.
- January 5, 2023
Albertans are encouraged to nominate remarkable citizens, leaders and innovators for membership in the Alberta Order of Excellence.
- January 3, 2023
Albertans are invited to share their opinions about their needs, expectations and priorities accessing online government services in an online survey.
- January 1, 2023
Premier Danielle Smith issued this statement celebrating the arrival of 2023:
- December 21, 2022
Alberta’s government is introducing a new program to free up ambulances and paramedics to respond to more emergency calls.
- December 20, 2022
President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Travis Toews issued the following statement on the provincial fuel tax relief program:
- December 14, 2022
Alberta’s government is funding new micro-credential training opportunities to help more Albertans develop job-ready skills.
- December 8, 2022
Alberta’s government is working to ensure police are more accountable and more responsive to the communities they serve.
- December 7, 2022
New legislation has been introduced that would deliver critical broad-based inflation relief to Albertans, with additional targeted cost-of-living supports for families, seniors and vulnerable Albertans.
- December 7, 2022
Alberta’s government is investing $55 million over three years so that Albertans have more access to affordable housing.
- December 6, 2022
To combat the shortage of children’s pain and fever medicine, the province has secured five million bottles of children’s acetaminophen and ibuprofen for Alberta families.
- December 2, 2022
Alberta’s government is funding additional micro-credential programs to help Albertans develop the skills they need to build new careers and secure the province’s future.
- December 1, 2022
Alberta’s government is providing early childhood educators with a one-time payment and wage top-up to help recruit and retain staff.
- November 28, 2022
Alberta’s government is taking action to make life more affordable for families, Albertans with disabilities, seniors and those out of work.
- November 25, 2022
Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson and parliamentary secretary for Status of Women Tanya Fir issued the following statement on the International Day for the Elimination of Violence against Women and the start of 16 Days of Activism against Gender-Based Violence:
- November 24, 2022
Alberta’s government is providing clarity to school authorities to ensure all students continue to have access to in-person learning and family choice.
- November 20, 2022
Minister of Culture Jason Luan issued the following statement on Transgender Day of Remembrance:
- November 17, 2022
Immediate actions are rolling out that will lead to faster EMS times, decreased emergency room wait times and reduced surgical wait times for Albertans.
- November 16, 2022
Alberta’s government is doubling its previous commitment for student mental health pilot projects while also extending funding to close learning gaps.
- November 14, 2022
School authorities will receive more than $12 million in additional funding to support newly enrolled students from Ukraine.
- November 9, 2022
Alberta has joined the federal government and other provinces and territories in officially endorsing the National Action Plan to End Gender-Based Violence.
- November 7, 2022
Alberta’s government wants to hear from Albertans as Budget 2023 is prepared.
- October 15, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk issued this statement recognizing the 10th International Day of Rural Women:
- October 14, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Jackie Armstrong-Homeniuk issued the following statement on Women’s History Month:
- October 13, 2022
Starting Oct. 17, Albertans six months of age and older can get their flu vaccine.
- October 6, 2022
To improve health-care capacity, Alberta is making it easier for internationally educated nurses to be licensed and work in our province.
- October 6, 2022
Students will have more opportunities to pursue their interests, explore career paths and succeed in Alberta’s dynamic job market after high school.
- October 5, 2022
Alberta’s government is expanding on-the-job learning opportunities for post-secondary students, helping Albertans gain the skills they need for successful careers.
- October 4, 2022
Alberta’s government is helping newcomers find a home and succeed in Alberta with a new webpage that supports immigrants with information and resources in 15 different languages.
- October 4, 2022
The Alberta government has announced $17.5 million in funding for WinSport’s Frank King Day Lodge, which will improve its accessibility, inclusion and climate resilience.
- October 2, 2022
Alberta’s government is committing $20.8 million in new funds over the next four years to step up the fight against human trafficking.
- September 29, 2022
Alberta is launching a new grant program to increase cultural awareness and help Albertans address racism.
- September 29, 2022
Downtown Calgary is now home to a range of affordable housing options, supports and services – all under one roof.
- September 28, 2022
Albertans will have greater access to diagnostic imaging (DI) services due to a change allowing more health providers to refer for insured DI services.
- September 28, 2022
Alberta will join other provinces in broadening its provincial immigration program to accept applications from religious workers who serve the spiritual and pastoral needs of their communities.
- September 28, 2022
The new 115-unit Gilchrist Commons seniors lodge is addressing the need for more affordable seniors housing in northeast Calgary.
- September 27, 2022
Nearly half a million Alberta drivers will benefit from the elimination of the Class 5 and Class 6 advanced road tests under the Graduated Driver Licensing (GDL) program.
- September 26, 2022
Alberta’s government is directing $400,000 to Ruth’s House, a Calgary-based agency that supports survivors of domestic violence in the African community.
- September 26, 2022
Starting Oct. 1, Alberta’s natural gas rebate program will provide price protection from spikes in natural gas costs for millions of Albertans this winter.
- September 26, 2022
As students continue to address pandemic-related learning challenges, diploma exam weighting will be reduced to 20 per cent this school year.
- September 23, 2022
Alberta’s government is committed to preventing gender-based violence by empowering youth to advocate for change.
- September 23, 2022
Alberta’s government is expanding apprenticeship education so Albertans can access the job-ready skills they need to meet the skill demands of tomorrow.
- September 22, 2022
Albertans can help inform government actions to address racism and build a more inclusive province.
- September 22, 2022
An ad campaign by the Utilities Consumer Advocate (UCA) will remind Albertans of their options for purchasing energy for their homes.
- September 21, 2022
Alberta’s government is recognizing 23 immigrants for enriching their communities and helping to build a more inclusive province.
- September 21, 2022
The Alberta is Calling advertising campaign has launched its second phase in Toronto and Vancouver, doubling down on efforts to attract talent to Alberta to sustain economic growth.
- September 14, 2022
Starting on Sept. 21, appointments for the bivalent COVID-19 booster vaccine can be booked, with vaccine administration also beginning on Sept. 21.
- September 14, 2022
Alberta has declared Monday, Sept. 19 a provincial day of mourning in solemn recognition of Her late Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.
- September 9, 2022
With the passing of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II, Albertans are invited to offer their condolences to the Royal Family.
- September 2, 2022
The completion of 11 new schools across the province creates state-of-the-art learning spaces for more than 7,100 Alberta students.
- September 2, 2022
Health-care providers across Alberta can now access real-time 24-7 guidance and support to care for sexual assault patients.
- September 1, 2022
The first official Alberta Day kicks off Sept. 1, promising a weekend full of entertainment, made-in-Alberta products and more.
- August 31, 2022
Strong economic activity this year will see Alberta make historic investments in savings and debt reduction.
- August 30, 2022
Every September we discover, experience and celebrate art, music, cuisine, dance, literature and film across our great province.
- August 29, 2022
More than $11.3 million in funding will go to 25 projects to increase access to high-quality palliative care and ensure patients and families are treated with dignity and respect
- August 26, 2022
Albertans can soon start booking COVID-19 vaccine boosters for children aged five to 11, based on recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Immunization and the Alberta Advisory Committee on Immunization.
- August 19, 2022
More than $5 million in community grants will support Albertans of every age in their recovery from mental health and addiction challenges.
- August 18, 2022
Young Albertans gain more camping options with $2 million from Alberta’s government to help renovate the YMCA’s Camp Chief Hector.
- August 18, 2022
To make mental health supports more accessible for kids, the governments of Alberta and Canada are helping early childhood educators access free training.
- August 17, 2022
Staffing projections show up to 1,600 more teachers and support staff will be hired in the upcoming school year. Alberta’s government is also providing school authorities additional funding to support higher salaries for teachers, address enrolment growth and support francophone education.
- August 16, 2022
A proposed deployment model for a provincial police service would add 275 front-line police officers to the smallest 42 detachments in Alberta.
- August 15, 2022
Alberta is the best place in Canada to live, work, and raise a family, and a new campaign to attract talented professionals will tell that story.
- August 5, 2022
Temporary rent assistance is expanding to more than 80 communities across Alberta.
- August 5, 2022
This September, the province’s month-long celebration of arts, heritage, diversity and community spirit will offer more than 100 free activities across Alberta.
- August 3, 2022
The governments of Alberta and Canada are helping more than 3,300 educators sharpen their skills through free early childhood brain science and development training.
- July 28, 2022
Alberta’s government is providing $87 million over three years to improve access to mental health and pediatric rehabilitation supports for children and youth.
- July 28, 2022
Starting July 28, Albertans 18 and older who self-identify as meeting the eligibility criteria for targeted prevention prior to an exposure can get the monkeypox vaccine.
- July 25, 2022
Premier Jason Kenney issued this statement after Pope Francis made a historic apology to Indigenous Peoples in Canada:
- July 22, 2022
After a four-year absence, the Alberta Winter Games will return in February 2024 with Grande Prairie and region welcoming more than 2,800 coaches, technical officials and young athletes.
- July 19, 2022
Expanded availability of a second booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine will provide Albertans with more choices about increasing their protection against COVID-19 based on their personal risk factors.
- July 19, 2022
Alberta’s government is taking action on elder abuse by releasing a new prevention strategy to make our province safer for seniors.
- July 18, 2022
A new plan for taking meaningful action to address racism will help build a more welcoming and inclusive province for all Albertans.
- July 12, 2022
Alberta will continue to provide PCR COVID-19 testing for Albertans most at risk of severe illness and who live or work in high-risk settings.
- July 11, 2022
Alberta’s government is officially recognizing Sept. 1 as Alberta Day to celebrate Alberta’s rich cultural heritage and recognize its unique place in Confederation.
- July 7, 2022
A new task force will recommend ways to build stronger connections between schools and jobs while helping students enter their chosen field sooner and ensuring employers have the skilled workers they need.
- July 7, 2022
Everyone is invited to enjoy free food, music and Stampede fun on July 11 when Calgary’s McDougall Centre hosts the Premier’s Stampede pancake breakfast.
- July 6, 2022
Nearly two million homes, farms and businesses will receive electricity rebates for the rest of the year to help cover high bills amid rising energy costs.
- June 29, 2022
Alberta’s government is investing $4 million to help get more Alberta kids and youth active.
- June 22, 2022
Beginning in July, almost two million Albertans will receive rebates on their electricity bills to help them manage high electricity costs.
- June 22, 2022
Albertans will continue to save the 13-cent provincial fuel tax on every litre of gasoline or diesel they purchase for at least another three months.
- June 17, 2022
The new Women’s Hub directory connects women easily with services and resources that will help empower them to succeed at work, at home and in the community.
- June 13, 2022
Alberta will take the final step in its plan to ease public health measures as the province moves past the Omicron BA.2 wave and COVID-19 hospitalizations continue to decline.
- June 10, 2022
Alberta is launching the Newcomer Recognition Awards to celebrate the outstanding accomplishments of immigrants in this province.
- June 8, 2022
Alberta’s government is reducing red tape and making it easier for Albertans to apply for Income Support and AISH benefits.
- June 7, 2022
High school students will have access to more learning experiences to make meaningful transitions to post-secondary education or the workplace.
- June 2, 2022
Alberta Jobs Now applications reopen tomorrow –helping employers hire new workers and boost their skills to meet the demands of a growing economy.
- June 2, 2022
Alberta’s government is making it easier for Albertans with disabilities to open Registered Disability Savings Plans (RDSP).
- June 1, 2022
Alberta’s government is investing an additional $113 million to provide targeted supports for students experiencing both academic and mental health challenges.
- May 31, 2022
Premier Jason Kenney issued the following statement in response to the joint announcement of drug decriminalization between the Government of Canada and the Government of British Columbia:
- May 27, 2022
Two new hate crimes community liaisons will help connect groups affected by hate crimes with the justice system to help protect vulnerable Albertans.
- May 26, 2022
The spring sitting at the Alberta legislature saw several new measures adopted to get Albertans back to work, diversify the economy and make life more affordable for families.
- May 25, 2022
Alberta’s government is investing in front-line crime prevention by funding Alberta Crime Stoppers for the first time.
- May 17, 2022
Alberta’s provincial historic sites, museums and archives are kicking off their summer season with special programming, events and activities.
- May 17, 2022
School authorities can pilot three updated draft K-6 subjects with students in classrooms across the province this fall.
- May 16, 2022
Albertans can now renew their driver’s licences and identification cards online any time, anywhere.
- May 12, 2022
Alberta’s non-profit organizations got a financial boost for their live events through the second phase of the Stabilize Program.
- May 12, 2022
Additional loan funds are now available to help women entrepreneurs get easier access to capital in order to create jobs and help diversify the economy.
- May 12, 2022
Minister of Health Jason Copping and Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued the following statement on Women’s Health Week, May 7-13:
- May 11, 2022
Alberta is expanding the Alberta Security Infrastructure Program so that vulnerable organizations can be reimbursed for already made security upgrades.
- May 5, 2022
More students will gain valuable financial literacy knowledge and skills to prepare them for success today and in the future.
- May 4, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik and Minister of Community and Social Services Jason Luan issued the following statement on Sexual Violence Awareness Month:
- May 3, 2022
Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani presented the Queen’s Golden Jubilee Awards to 10 young Albertans for excellence in leadership and the arts.
- May 2, 2022
Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver issued the following statement on Emergency Preparedness Week and the coming Emergency Alert test in Alberta:
- April 28, 2022
The governments of Canada and Alberta are making it easier for parents to access inclusive child care for children with special needs.
- April 28, 2022
Creative Partnerships Alberta is supporting the United Way of Calgary and Area to expand social innovation across the province.
- April 25, 2022
Alberta’s government is investing $4.5 million to upgrade or build 84 public-use facilities in communities across the province
- April 23, 2022
Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement on World Book Day:
- April 22, 2022
Alberta’s government is now accepting grant applications for Alberta Culture Days 2022, which will take place throughout September.
- April 21, 2022
Alberta’s government is assisting non-profits with core operations and investing in community projects across the province.
- April 20, 2022
New legislation would enable the government to provide electricity and natural gas rebates to hard-working Albertans.
- April 20, 2022
Students in grades 1 to 3 will benefit from literacy and numeracy screening assessments to help those struggling get back on track.
- April 20, 2022
A one-time increase in funding to the Persons Case Scholarship means more students than ever are receiving support for their education.
- April 19, 2022
Alberta’s government is moving forward with investments in job training that will support Albertans on their career path, providing them with the skills needed today and into the future.
- April 13, 2022
Alberta students and teachers will benefit from three updated K-6 subjects, with supporting learning and teaching resources, in classrooms this September.
- April 12, 2022
Alberta’s government has released its strategy to strengthen the technology and innovation sector, create jobs and diversify the economy.
- April 11, 2022
Alberta’s government has received the Premier’s Council on Charities and Civil Society report about support for women’s economic recovery.
- April 7, 2022More scholarships supporting women in STEM | Davantage de bourses soutenant les femmes dans les STIM
As part of Alberta’s Recovery Plan, a record number of students will receive the Women in STEM Scholarship this year.
- April 6, 2022
Alberta is expanding eligibility for fourth doses of COVID-19 vaccine and Paxlovid treatment to protect those most at risk from severe outcomes.
- April 1, 2022
Alberta’s government is no longer collecting the provincial fuel tax while oil prices are high.
- March 31, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued the following statement on Transgender Day of Visibility:
- March 30, 2022
Starting April 1, more pharmacies can supply COVID-19 antiviral medication to eligible Albertans.
- March 29, 2022
Alberta’s government is matching up to $350,000 in donations to eligible provincial sport, physical activity and recreation programs beginning April 1.
- March 27, 2022
Alberta’s government has accepted the final report of the provincial Human Trafficking Task Force and its five recommendations to better protect the vulnerable and stop their exploitation.
- March 24, 2022
Stable education funding enhances equity, growth and parental choice in K-12 education.
- March 24, 2022
To better protect the health and safety of women and girls, Alberta’s government is strengthening existing laws that ban female genital mutilation in the province.
- March 21, 2022
The Alberta government’s work to make Alberta the most competitive place to do business has attracted the attention and investment of Walmart Canada.
- March 17, 2022Ammolite to become an official provincial emblem | L’ammolite, un nouvel emblème provincial officiel
Alberta’s government is introducing an amendment to the Emblems of Alberta Act to designate ammolite as the official gemstone of Alberta.
- March 16, 2022
Over the next three years, taxpayers will spend $20.2 billion building for the future as laid out in Budget 2022’s Capital Plan.
- March 13, 2022
Budget 2022 more than doubles funding to help protect places of worship and all vulnerable Albertans from hate crimes and vandalism.
- March 11, 2022
Nominations are now open for the 2022 Alberta Heritage Awards.
- March 10, 2022
Starting this fall, updated curriculum will move forward into classrooms to better prepare students for future success.
- March 10, 2022
A significant increase in Emergency Medical Services (EMS) funding will put more ambulances on the street and improve response times.
- March 9, 2022
Proposed legislation would create a new way for Alberta’s government to recognize dates that hold significant meaning for Albertans.
- March 9, 2022
Minister of Service Alberta Nate Glubish issued the following statement on the Canada-Alberta Broadband Partnership:
- March 8, 2022
Minister of Service Alberta Nate Glubish and federal Minister of Rural Economic Development Gudie Hutchings will make an announcement on improving high-speed internet.
- March 8, 2022
An investment by Alberta’s government means science, technology, engineering and math (STEM) fields will employ more women as our economy grows.
- March 8, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued the following statement on International Women’s Day:
- March 7, 2022
Albertans will see lower fuel and utility bills through action to address rising costs.
- March 2, 2022
The Royal Alberta Museum’s latest feature exhibition DRIVE: Reimagining the Ride opens March 9.
- March 2, 2022
Albertans will have more access to critical care beds thanks to a $300-million investment over three years to expand health-care capacity.
- March 1, 2022
Alberta is a leader in lifting the majority of public health measures, as the province moves to step two of reopening.
- March 1, 2022
Minister of Culture Ron Orr issued the following statement about Alberta Francophonie Month:
- February 28, 2022
As part of Black History Month, Alberta’s government is investing up to $144,600 in the John Ware Youth Empowerment Program over the next two years.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward by building health system capacity, getting more Albertans working and presenting a balanced budget for only the second time in more than a decade.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward by building a strong health-care system to keep fighting COVID-19 and expanding permanent health capacity for all Albertans.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 is only the second balanced budget in more than a decade, thanks to spending restraint and dynamic growth in every sector of the economy.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward with a package of new post-secondary education, skills training opportunities and employment programs.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward by providing more support for teachers, funding enrolment growth and strengthening parental choice in education.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward by growing our resources, creating new opportunities in agriculture, forestry and energy, and investing in new technologies to lower emissions.
- February 24, 2022
Budget 2022 moves Alberta forward with critical social programs and capital investments for children, families, seniors and vulnerable Albertans.
- February 18, 2022
Visual artist Aeris Osborne is now Alberta’s Artist in Residence and arts ambassador in the province.
- February 17, 2022
The Stabilize Live Music Grant is helping hundreds of venues, musicians and other music professionals get back to recording and performing.
- February 16, 2022
Two new immigration streams will help rural communities grow by attracting skilled newcomers.
- February 14, 2022
Young Albertans with immunocompromising conditions and underlying health conditions can book COVID-19 vaccine booster doses on February 15.
- February 14, 2022
Alberta’s government is giving a $485,000 community grant to the Calgary Centre for Newcomers to help upgrade its facility into a sustainable community hub.
- February 11, 2022
Associate Minister of Status of Women Whitney Issik issued the following statement on International Day of Women and Girls in Science:
- February 8, 2022
Provincewide public health measures will be gradually lifted as the fifth wave of COVID-19 subsides and pressure on the health-care system eases.
- February 8, 2022
Alberta’s government has invested $6.5 million to provide additional career and employment services to support underserved Albertans.
- February 7, 2022
Alberta’s government is funding projects that give Albertans the tools to find good jobs and employers the skilled workers they need.
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