Posted: July 21, 2025 July 18, 2025 Media inquiries Alberta’s savings trust fund jumps by $2.8 billion, hitting a record high of $30 billion. Alberta is growing the Heritage Fund for what matters most – saving for the future to ensure a strong health care system, quality education and the lowest tax environment in Canada. By investing in the Heritage Fund, … Read more…
Posted: July 21, 2025 Municipal candidates have access to early supports that will help them navigate the extraordinary role of councillor. Submitted by Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) Across Alberta, a growing number of residents have decided to run in this year’s municipal elections. A new initiative from Alberta Municipalities (ABmunis) and Rural Municipalities of Alberta (RMA) is making it easier for … Read more…
Alberta’s government is releasing the 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide, which will help Albertans plan their next outdoor adventure on public lands. The 2025 Alberta Public Land Trail Guide helps outdoor enthusiasts plan ahead for their next outing to explore the province’s great outdoors, connect to the land and try something new this summer. Whether heading out for the … Read more…
Last month, we let you know that the Minister of Jobs and Families had approved Canada Post’s request to have employees represented by the Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) vote on our final offers for collective agreements. About the voting period Yesterday, the Canada Industrial Relations Board (CIRB) – the independent administrative tribunal conducting the vote – announced that voting … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Piikani Nation Chief Troy (Bossman) Knowlton is calling on the Alberta government and tourism bodies to support the creation of an information site near Highway 3 — a place that would showcase Piikani culture and draw travellers into Blackfoot traditional territory. Speaking at the unveiling of a new exhibit at Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump on … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter In rural communities, access to health care is often hindered by long distances and a shortage of family doctors. Alberta’s Virtual MD program, run by Primary Care Alberta, is helping address that gap by offering timely medical care over the phone, without the need for in-person visits. By connecting patients with a physician following … Read more…
By Somya Lohia, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter Business owners and entrepreneurs in Crowsnest Pass will soon have access to high-calibre training and networking opportunities through a newly funded initiative aimed at enhancing skills and strengthening local economic resilience. As part of the second round of Alberta’s Small Community Opportunity Program, the province is supporting community-led projects that promote innovation and sustainable … Read more…