Alberta News

1. Parks Canada and Alberta unveil new plaques commemorating the Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River

   Parks Canada and Alberta unveil new plaques commemorating the Alberta section of the North Saskatchewan River as a Canadian Heritage River.

2. Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments to commercialize innovative Alberta technologies

   More than $15.6 million through PrairiesCan will increase access to equipment and testing facilities, expert advice, networking, and investment attraction for Alberta innovators

3. Backgrounder: Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments to commercialize innovative Alberta technologies

   PrairiesCan is investing $15,648,943 for 16 projects in Alberta through its Regional Innovation Ecosystems (RIE) program. Through this program, PrairiesCan is making targeted investments in not-for-profit organizations that support businesses in priority sectors to innovate, grow and compete globally. These investments are expected to support more than 1,100 jobs and enable Alberta organizations to seize new opportunities that result from developing innovative products, services, and technologies.

4. Parliamentary Secretary Hepfner announces funding for 2SLGBTQI+ organizations in Alberta to improve gender inclusion

   Today, in the lead up to Calgary Pride 2024, the Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Youth, Lisa Hepfner, announced over $400,000 for three 2SLGBTQI+ organizations based in Alberta.

5. Federal government transfers more than $132 million through the Canada Community-Building Fund to Alberta

   The federal government has transferred more than $132 million to Alberta under the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF) for the first payment of the 2024-2025 fiscal year. This will help communities across the province invest in their local infrastructure priorities.

6. Federal government partners with O’Chiese First Nation to replace the Baptiste River Bridge and upgrade a community building

   The federal government and O’Chiese First Nation are investing more than $17.1 million to build a new bridge to the community and make a central community building more energy efficient.

7. Minister Boissonnault to announce investments to bolster business innovation and technology commercialization across Alberta

   The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal investments for projects focused on ensuring Alberta businesses have what they need to innovate from start to finish.

8. Government of Canada lists federal lands for housing and new tool for builders

   Canada is facing a housing crisis that is impacting lives and communities across the country. We need to build more homes, faster, to get Canadians into homes that meet their needs, at prices they can afford.

9. Government of Canada to provide update on Public Lands for Homes Plan, as part of Canada’s Housing Plan

   George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, Alberta, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, will announce an important milestone in the government’s efforts to address the national housing crisis and build more homes, faster

10. Seizure of contraband and unauthorized items at Edmonton Institution

    On August 19, 2024, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Edmonton Institution, a maximum-security federal institution.

11. The Government of Canada, CUTRIC and Medicine Hat support planning for a transition to zero emission buses

    Communities throughout the country are adopting strategies to minimize greenhouse gas emissions, including lowering carbon emissions from public transit systems.

12. Recreational buildings in Olds and Foothills County taking steps to become more energy efficient

    The Town of Olds Aquatic Centre and the Scott Seaman Sports Rink in Foothills County will become more energy efficient after an investment of $3.9 million from the federal government.

13. Minister Duclos Unveils New Funding for Advanced Automation Project

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement, announced a significant new project as part of NGen’s initiative to support 15 advanced manufacturing projects.

14. Government of Canada to announce new innovation projects in manufacturing and technology sectors

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement will make an announcement.

15. Community Building in Paddle Prairie Metis Settlement receiving energy efficiency upgrades 

    An essential community building in Paddle Prairie is taking steps to become greener and more accessible after an investment of $510,700 from the federal government.

16. Recapture of inmate from Stan Daniels Healing Centre – minimum-security Section 81 facility

    At 10:20 a.m. on August 1st, 2024, inmate Evin Sayer was apprehended by the Edmonton Police Service.

17. Minister Guilbeault, Minister Boissonnault,  Minister Loewen, Minister Nixon and Mayor Ireland, to provide statements on the wildfire situation in Jasper National Park

    Minister Guilbeault, Minister Boissonnault, Minister Loewen, Minister Nixon and Mayor Ireland, to provide statements on the wildfire situation in Jasper National Park

18. Minister Guilbeault and President & CEO for Parks Canada, Ron Hallman, to speak on the wildfire situation in Jasper National Park 

    Minister Guilbeault and President & CEO for Parks Canada, Ron Hallman, to speak on the wildfire situation in Jasper National Park

19. Statement from Minister Sajjan regarding the wildfires situation in Alberta

    Today, the Honourable Harjit S. Sajjan, President of the King’s Privy Council for Canada and Minister of Emergency Preparedness and Minister responsible for the Pacific Economic Development Agency of Canada, issued the following statement.

20. Governments of Canada and Alberta announce the renewal of the Canada Community-Building Fund for the next ten years

    The Governments of Canada and Alberta have signed a renewed ten-year agreement for the Canada Community-Building Fund (CCBF). Under this agreement, Alberta will receive more than $1.3 billion over the first five years to provide predictable, long-term, and stable funding to communities across the province.

21. Building resiliency for Alberta beef farms

    The governments of Canada and Alberta are supporting Alberta Beef Producers in expanding its food safety and certification program.

22. Minister MacAulay to announce funding to support the competitiveness of Canada’s beef sector

    The Honourable Lawrence MacAulay, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce funding to support the competitiveness of Canada’s beef sector and grow export opportunities around the world. He will be joined by representatives from the Canadian Cattle Association and Canada Beef.

23. Minister Vandal announces federal investments to support clean technology advancements across Alberta

    More than $21 million through PrairiesCan to build on Alberta’s strengths in commercializing innovative technologies that benefit people and communities in the green Prairie economy

24. Backgrounder: Minister Vandal announces federal investments to support clean technology advancements across Alberta

    PrairiesCan is investing over $21 million for 13 projects in Alberta through several federal programs, including the Alberta Indigenous Clean Energy Initiative; the Business Scale-up and Productivity program; and the Regional Innovation Ecosystems program. These investments are expected to support over 415 jobs and help Alberta organizations seize opportunities resulting from the integration and development of clean technologies. Adopting and commercializing new technologies offers the potential of environmental and economic benefits across a wide range of industries.

25. Minister Vandal announces federal investments to support value-added agriculture projects across Alberta

    More than $21 million through PrairiesCan will support value-added agriculture projects in Alberta

26. Backgrounder: Minister Vandal announces federal investments to support value-added agriculture projects

    PrairiesCan is investing over $21 million for 14 projects in Alberta through several federal programs, including the Business Scale-up and Productivity program, the Regional Innovation Ecosystems program, the Jobs and Growth Fund, the Community Economic Development and Diversification program, and the Aerospace Regional Recovery Initiative. These investments are expected to support over 800 jobs and help Alberta organizations seize new opportunities resulting from the development of innovative agricultural products, services, and technologies.

27. Minister Vandal announces investments to support infrastructure and economic development projects across Alberta

    Over $39 million through the Canada Coal Transition Initiative and Canada Coal Transition Initiative – Infrastructure Fund helping Alberta communities attract investments, create jobs and transition to a sustainable green economy

28. Backgrounder: Minister Vandal announces investments to support infrastructure and economic development projects across Alberta

    PrairiesCan is investing $39,432,507 for 10 Alberta projects to support skill development, infrastructure investment and economic diversification in impacted communities transitioning from coal-fired electricity generation.

29. Minister Vandal to announce major investment to advance clean technology innovation across Alberta

    The Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal support to help Alberta’s small- and medium-sized businesses capitalize on economic opportunities by commercializing and adopting clean technologies and clean energy solutions.

30. Minister Vandal to announce significant federal investment for Alberta’s value-added agricultural sector

    Minister Vandal to announce significant federal investment for Alberta’s value-added agricultural sector

31. Minister Vandal to announce major federal investments in infrastructure and economic development projects for coal-impacted communities across Alberta

    Minister Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, to announce federal support for communities transitioning from coal-fired electricity generation to upgrade local infrastructure, attract new investment and create jobs.

32. Backgrounder: Active and public transportation infrastructure upgrades underway for communities throughout Alberta

    The federal government is investing $36,301,698 through the Active Transportation Fund (ATF), the Rural Transit Solutions Fund (RTSF), and the Public Transit Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP-PTIS) to support over 50 communities with 48 projects across Alberta.

33. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Red Deer

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages and His Worship Ken Johnston, Mayor of the City of Red Deer.

34. Escape from Grande Cache Institution

    On June 14, 2024, at 3:27 p.m. inmate Kevin Sider escaped from Grande Cache Institution, a medium-security federal institution, while on work assignment within the institutional property.

35. Energy upgrades coming for longstanding community hub in Edmonton

    The Dovercourt Community League, which provides affordable access to programs and services, will soon have more energy efficient buildings after a federal investment of more than $1.2 million through the Green and Inclusive Community Buildings program.

36. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Edmonton

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, and Laura Shewchuk, President, Dovercourt Community League.

37. Escape from Stan Daniels Healing Centre – Section 81

    On May 30, 2024, at approximately 12:30 p.m. inmate Kalum Auger escaped from Stan Daniels Healing Centre, a Section 81 facility operated by Native Counselling Services of Alberta (NCSA).

38. Governments of Canada and Alberta to make important health care announcement

    The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, and the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Indigenous Services and Minister responsible for the Federal Economic Development Agency for Northern Ontario, on behalf of the Honourable Mark Holland, Canada’s Minister of Health, along with the Honourable Adriana LaGrange, Minister of Health for Alberta, will make an important announcement on seniors’ health care.

39. (NEW LOCATION) Minister Petitpas Taylor to announce support for Veterans and their families in Edmonton

    The Honourable Ginette Petitpas Taylor, Minister of Veterans Affairs and Associate Minister of National Defence, will highlight new funding for the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund.

40. Chief Mountain port of entry re-opens for the summer season

    Chief Mountain port of entry re-opens for the summer season

41. CBSA investigation leads to conviction of unauthorized immigration consultant for fraud

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) plays a crucial role in ensuring the integrity of our immigration system and holds accountable individuals who attempt to defraud new immigrants to Canada.

42. Federal government and Boyle Street Community Services invest in vital community building in downtown Edmonton

    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.

43. Government of Canada supporting Indigenous-led partnership to create new business opportunities and jobs in Alberta’s agriculture sector

    $5 million contribution through PrairiesCan to support the construction of an Indigenous owned industrial hemp processing plant in Elk Point, Alberta

44. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Edmonton, Alberta

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement with the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages and Jordan Reiniger, Executive Director, Boyle Street Community Services.

45. Government of Canada helps Calgary church protect itself against hate-motivated crimes

    Today, the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Public Safety, Democratic Institutions and Intergovernmental Affairs, announced a federal investment of $9,056 to the Experience Church through the Security Infrastructure Program (SIP).

46. South Fish Creek Complex in Calgary receives support for green upgrades

    The South Fish Creek Complex will be receiving energy upgrades after a joint investment of more than $1.2 million from the federal government, YMCA Calgary, and the complex partners.

47. Upgraded energy efficiency for Elizabeth Metis Settlement Community Hall will improve local gathering space 

    Upgrades to the local community hall will create a better and more energy efficient gathering space after an investment of nearly $250,000 from the federal government.

48. Escape from Stan Daniels Healing Centre – Section 81

    On April 28, 2024, during a formal count, staff members at the Stan Daniels Healing Centre, a minimum-security Section 81 healing lodge, discovered that Kelvin Aubichon was not accounted for.

49. Escape from Buffalo Sage Wellness House

    On April 27, 2024, staff members at Buffalo Sage Wellness House, a minimum-security Section 81 facility, discovered that Eugenia Herman was not accounted for.

50. Minister Boissonnault to highlight investments to support small businesses through Budget 2024: Fairness for Every Generation

    The Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, Randy Boissonnault, will attend an event in Calgary to highlight the federal budget’s investments to strengthen the economy in a way that is shared by all.