Fuel tax relief: Statement from Minister Horner
The provincial oil price-based fuel tax relief program will be reinstated on Jan. 1, which means Albertans will continue to save money at the pumps.
Taking action on drought in Alberta
Most of the water that Albertans use to drink, grow crops, run our businesses and sustain our environment comes from rain and melting snow.
Update: Alberta Pension Plan engagement
The Alberta Pension Plan Engagement Panel is giving the office of the chief actuary of Canada some time to release findings before scheduling new public sessions.
Albertans encouraged to know their healthcare options
Fall and winter are traditionally busy times of year for healthcare services, with the potential for high demand in emergency departments and hospitals across Alberta.
That’s a wrap, fall session adjourns
Alberta’s government stood up for Albertans and delivered on its mandate from voters in the first sitting of the 31st legislature.
Viva Vitality: Stay active outdoors this winter!
As the calendar inches closer to December, it is time to prepare for the winter season ahead. As parents and guardians, it can be normal to want to keep children inside and out of the winter weather.
AHS threat to reduce nursing positions won’t help retain and recruit nurses in Alberta
United Nurses of Alberta is deeply concerned about the job security of frontline nurses after receiving a letter from Alberta Health Services warning the union about potential “reductions of positions” in 2024.
Drumheller RCMP arrest fleeing impaired driver
In the early morning hours of December 3rd, 2023, Drumheller RCMP officers were conducting an “Alberta Checkstop” at the intersection of Bridge Street and Grove Place in Drumheller…
Enhancing mental health supports for farmers and ranchers
Farm families have improved access to mental health services and resources thanks to more support for the AgKnow Alberta Farm Mental Health Network.
RCMP Livestock Investigations Unit remind livestock owners to purchase permit
The RCMP Livestock Investigations Unit would like to send a friendly reminder to people who intend on transporting horses and cattle across the border…
Let’s plan: Budget 2024
Albertans are invited to share their views as the government develops Budget 2024.
Alberta RCMP Major Crimes investigate Brooks homicide, arrest
RCMP Major Crimes Unit took carriage of the investigation, with assistance from Brooks RCMP, and on Nov. 24, 2023, arrested and charged Abune Getahun…
Albertans invited to Public Meeting on the Heritage Fund
The Legislative Assembly Standing Committee on the Alberta Heritage Savings Trust Fund invites Albertans to participate in a conversation about Alberta’s main long-term savings fund…
Federal Economic Statement: Statement from Minister Horner
President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Nate Horner issued the following statement on the federal government’s fall economic statement…
Strengthening primary care with nurse practitioners
Alberta’s government is expanding opportunities for nurse practitioners to give Albertans greater access to a regular primary care provider when and where they need one.
Drumheller RCMP seek public assistance in identifying sexual assault suspect
Drumheller RCMP are seeking public assistance in identifying a sexual assault suspect. On Sept. 27, 2023, a female youth was approached by an unknown male on the streets of Drumheller.
Highway 3 twinning moves ahead
Alberta’s government has awarded the first contract to begin twinning Highway 3, improving safety, creating jobs and spurring economic investment in the region.
Know your personal risk for heart attack & stroke
Albertan’s aged 40-75 will now be able to find out what their risk of having a heart attack or stroke will be in the next 10 years using a new cardiovascular disease (CVD) risk screening tool…
Tourism spending recovers two years ahead of schedule
Alberta’s tourism growth is creating new opportunities for local businesses and supporting jobs for Albertans.
Provincial program to provide Oyen seniors with accessible transportation
Rural communities in Alberta, including Oyen, will receive funding from the provincial government for a program aimed at providing accessible transportation for seniors.