Alberta eases rules for silica sand development
Alberta is making it easier for companies to explore and extract silica sand on public lands, a move aimed at reducing the province’s reliance on imports and supporting economic growth.
Smith issues new mandates to prioritize affordability, efficiency in Alberta government
Premier Danielle Smith has issued new mandate letters to her cabinet, emphasizing affordability, disciplined spending and streamlined government services.
Chronic pain management workshops available
Individuals living with chronic pain symptoms and/or supporting someone with a long-term health condition(s) are invited to join a free virtual workshop…
Provincial, territorial ministers meet to tackle mental health, addiction challenges
Provincial and territorial ministers responsible for mental health, addiction and recovery met on September 24 to strengthen collaboration and share best practices…
Smith directs ministers to push back on federal policies, expand Alberta’s influence
EDMONTON – Premier Danielle Smith has issued new mandate letters directing key cabinet ministers to take action to assert Alberta’s sovereignty…
Alberta teachers announce strike notice
Teachers will be on strike October 6, if a deal isn’t reached between the Alberta Teachers’ Association (ATA) and the Teachers’ Employer Bargaining Association (TEBA).
Alberta RCMP issues 1661 tickets over Labour Day long weekend
EDMONTON - From Aug. 29 to Sept. 1, your Alberta RCMP conducted enhanced traffic safety enforcement across the province, resulting in 1661 traffic safety infractions.
Securing North American energy dominance
Premier Danielle Smith will visit Colorado to advance Alberta as an energy partner, promote collaboration and reinforce Alberta’s role in North American energy security.
Alberta RCMP encourages Albertans to subscribe to RAVE
Your Alberta RCMP is giving tips to help prevent mail theft and is encouraging Albertans to subscribe to RAVE.
Alberta RCMP gives tips for new drivers this August
This August, your Alberta RCMP is giving tips to new drivers. According to Transportation Canada, young and new drivers are more likely to be involved in fatal and injury collisions…
More people in Alberta choosing to give the gift of life
Alberta’s organ and tissue donation program, Give Life Alberta, reported a record number of donors last year, with a total of 317 deceased organ and/or tissue donors.
EMS-811 Shared Response Line receives 50,000 calls
More than 50,000 non-emergency calls requesting an ambulance have been received through the EMS-811 Shared Response Line since being established two years ago…
New campaign encourages Albertans to take action against aquatic invasive species
A new province-wide awareness campaign is urging all Albertans who spend time on the water to take simple steps to prevent the spread of aquatic invasive species.
Supporting economic growth in rural communities
Alberta’s government is providing Indigenous and small communities with an additional $3 million in grants to maximize opportunities in rural areas.
Nobody beats Alberta drilling
Alberta is investing more than $20 million to help Alberta’s drilling experts develop new technologies to keep responsibly powering the world.
Removing barriers for Alberta’s Oil Rigs
Alberta’s government is cutting red tape to help service rig operators spend more time working in the field, not waiting at inspection sites.
Report shows Alberta producing more oil and less emissions
The 2023 Oil Sands Greenhouse Gas Emissions Intensity Analysis shows Alberta’s oil sands have reduced emissions per barrel by 26 per cent, a 4 per cent improvement over the 2022 reporting period.
No inspection, no launch
Starting June 1, all boats, jet skis, kayaks and other watercraft entering via Alberta’s east or south borders must be inspected.
Promoting Alberta on the world stage
Finance Minister Nate Horner will travel to Europe May 25-June 5 to meet with Alberta’s bond investors and the investment community.
Expect boats to be inspected
Starting June 1, Alberta is the first province in Canada to require mandatory inspections for all incoming watercraft to keep invasive mussels out.