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Treaty Six flag flies at Wetaskiwin hospital after historic flag raising
May 22, 2024 WETASKIWIN — A Treaty Six flag was raised at Wetaskiwin Hospital and Care Centre facility today, marking the first time a Treaty Six flag has been permanently flown alongside the provincial and Canadian flags at an Alberta Health Services (AHS) facility. “This flag is a sign of welcome to First Nations peoples […]
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2023 worst year for drug deaths in Fort McMurray, across Alberta – Whitecourt Star
May 21, 2024 There were 24 drug-related deaths in Fort McMurray and 2,051 deaths across Alberta. Most deaths involved opioids. Last year was the deadliest year on record for drug-related deaths in Fort McMurray and across Alberta. There were 24 fatal drug poisonings reported in 2023 in Fort McMurray. There were 17 deaths involving opioids, […]
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Alberta set new high for opioid deaths in 2023 – Global News
May 20, 2024 Alberta’s latest substance-use numbers show the province had its highest opioid-related death totals on record in 2023. The report shows 1,867 people died from opioid-related causes. Edmonton and Calgary also set new highs last year. “(I’m) sad, upset, but not surprised,” said Petra Schulz, co-founder of Moms Stop the Harm. “Everybody is […]
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The Arthur Ayoungman Water Treatment Plant Expansion Grand Opening
The Grand Opening of the Arthur Ayoungman Water Treatment Plant will take place on May 15th, 2024, and will unveil the newly expanded water treatment plant in Siksika. The much-needed expansion will allow more water to be cleaned and processed for the use and consumption of a growing Siksika Nation population. The project upgrades to […]
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Alberta plan to overhaul provincial healthcare includes new cabinet roles – TNC
May 15, 2024 The Alberta government is paving the way for a complete overhaul of the province’s healthcare system and its plan includes new ministerial positions for specific healthcare branches. The province has proposed legislation to implement the healthcare system changes promised in November. The Health Statutes Amendment Act, Bill 22, intends to ensure that […]
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New measures to support the well-being of Veterans and their families through Budget 2024
From: Veterans Affairs Canada May 13, 2024 Today, at the University of Alberta’s Canadian Military, Veteran and Family Connected Campus Consortium (CMVFC3) Symposium, the Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, announced new support for organizations serving Veterans and their families across the country. This year, as part […]
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Record-breaking expansion of mental health services
May 10, 2024 Alberta’s government is committed to supporting the mental health and well-being of children and youth, including through an expanded partnership with CASA Mental Health. CASA is Alberta’s second-largest provider of mental health services. It offers a range of supports for young Albertans and their families including professional in-school support, live-in treatment, family […]
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New community building for Edmonton with federal investment of $21M – ReNew Canada
May 7, 2024 The downtown core in Edmonton will have an improved facility for an essential range of programs and services after a combined investment of more than $45 million from the federal government and the Boyle Street Community Services. Announced by Minister Randy Boissonnault and Jordan Reiniger, executive director, Boyle Street Community Services, this new building space will be […]
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High-risk Albertans urged to get another vaccine dose as COVID-19 cases ticking up – CBC
May 07, 2024 Seniors and immunocompromised Albertans eligible for additional XBB.1.5 dose After trending downward for several months, COVID-19 is on the upswing in Alberta once again. The province’s respiratory virus dashboard shows a number of key indicators, including case counts, hospitalization numbers and positivity rates, are ticking up. “Many jurisdictions in Canada have seen […]
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Strengthening support for sexual violence survivors
Apr 30, 2024 Alberta’s government is delivering on its commitment to provide sexual assault centres with an additional $10 million to support survivors in their healing journey. May is Sexual Violence Awareness Month, a month to raise awareness, challenge attitudes and promote a culture of consent. Nearly half of Albertans – 1.8 million – have […]
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