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Western Financial Group Continues Commitment of Giving Back
May 09, 2023 Western Financial Group Communities Foundation 2022 Annual Report of Community Giving highlights our support across Canada High River, AB — Giving back to communities across Canada is engrained in the history and culture of Western Financial Group (Western). Since 2001, the organization, through the Western Financial Group Communities Foundation (the Foundation), has […]
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Emergency financial help for wildfire evacuees
May 08, 2023 Albertans forced to evacuate their homes due to ongoing wildfires will soon receive emergency financial assistance. Starting May 9 at 9 a.m., any Albertan who has evacuated under mandatory order for seven consecutive days or more can apply for a one-time emergency evacuation payment to help during this difficult time. Eligible evacuees […]
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Métis Nation of Alberta applauds 2023 Federal Budget and express inclusion of Métis self-government
EDMONTON, AB, March 28, 2023 – Today, the Métis Nation of Alberta applauded the 2023 Federal budget, including the express recognition of the advancement of self-determination and self-government with Métis. The Budget included a specific section for Advancing Self-Determination of Métis Communities, and repeated Canada’s commitment “to conclude self-government treaties” with Métis governments, including the […]
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Auditor General recommendations assist with process and program improvements
March 23, 2023 Edmonton, Alberta, Canada… Auditor General Doug Wylie released his March 2023 report which highlights the importance of improving monitoring, evaluation, and reporting processes to ensure Albertans receive value from government programs, and are protected from environmental and financial risk. Highlights of the report include the results of two new performance audits, a […]
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Fort McKay First Nation Launches Long-Term Savings Plan
FORT McKAY, AB — Fort McKay First Nation (FMFN) announced today that it is creating a long-term savings plan designed to ensure financial stability for all Band Members in their senior years. “We want to guarantee the long-term financial security of our members as they age,” said Chief Grandjamb. “Nothing is more important to us […]
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CWB reports first quarter 2023 performance
March 2, 2023 CWB Financial Group (TSX: CWB) (CWB) announced financial performance for the three months ended January 31, 2023, with quarterly common shareholders’ net income of $94 million, up 39% sequentially and 8% from the same period last year. Adjusted EPS(1) of $1.02 was up 16% from last quarter, as the impact of lower […]
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Budget 2023: Securing Alberta’s future
Feb 28, 2023 Budget 2023 forecasts a surplus of $2.4 billion in 2023-24 and reflects the government decisions to invest in Alberta’s future and provide security for Alberta families and communities. “Fiscal responsibility matters. It’s been key to achieving our strong fiscal standing and will be essential for sustainable program delivery in the future. In […]
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Budget 2023: Keeping Albertans, communities safe
Feb 28, 2023 The budget provides $709 million for public security in 2023-24, an increase of $84 million from the forecast. This will help expand policing options and the sheriff’s branch to help municipalities fight crime. “By working with various levels of government and Indigenous organizations with a shared goal of increasing safety for Albertans, […]
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Government of Canada provides disaster recovery funding to Alberta for past rainfall and flooding
From: Public Safety Canada February 16, 2023 Ottawa, Ontario Flooding is the most common and costly natural disaster in Canada. In 2011 and 2013, Alberta experienced two extreme weather events which caused significant damage to homes, First Nation communities, farms, and small businesses. Today, the Honourable Bill Blair, President of the King’s Privy Council for […]
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Helping Albertans in need get from point A to point B
Feb 02, 2023 Alberta’s government is providing more support to help low-income families move through their communities to access jobs, education and health care. Alberta’s economy has recovered strongly, but some Albertans are still struggling to heat their homes and feed their families. To help make life more affordable, Alberta’s government is investing up to […]
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