Alberta News

1. Federal Government Announces Funding for New EV Chargers in Leduc, Alberta

   The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism, Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced an investment of more than $69,000 in the City of Leduc to install four EV chargers in public places.

2. Information about COVID-19 at the Pê Sâkâstêw Centre

   The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that two inmates at the Pê Sâkâstêw Centre, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

3. Information about COVID-19 at Grand Cache Institution

   The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that three inmates at Grande Cache Institution, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

4. Celebrating the one-year anniversary of the Canada-wide Early Learning and Child Care Agreement with Alberta 

   Every child deserves the best possible start in life, and all parents should have the ability to build both a family and a career. That’s why the Government of Canada signed agreements with each province and territory to implement a Canada-wide early learning and child care system.

5. Government of Canada makes significant investment in Alberta's clean hydrogen sector and outlines next steps to help Canadian industry sectors cut pollution

   Federal government working with provincial and industry partners to transition to a low-carbon future

6. Government of Canada announces projects in Calgary to support seniors

   Since the beginning of the pandemic, the Government of Canada has helped millions of Canadians, including seniors, by providing them with supports and benefits related to COVID 19. As Canada emerges from the COVID 19 pandemic, the Government of Canada will continue to support community organizations that make a difference and create opportunities for seniors to stay active and involved in their communities

7. Backgrounder – Canada Announces New Horizons for Seniors Program Funding for Projects in Calgary, Alberta

   The New Horizons for Seniors Program is a federal grants and contributions program that funds projects that empower seniors in their communities and contributes to improving seniors’ health and well-being.

8. Information about COVID-19 at Bowden Institution

   The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that six inmates at Bowden Institution, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

9. Information about COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution for Women

   The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that 15 inmates at Edmonton Institution for Women, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

10. Government of Canada announces investments in inclusive and accessible community infrastructure for Calgarians

    Over $6.6 million to create modern, inclusive and accessible community spaces in Calgary

11. Government of Canada invests in inclusive and accessible community infrastructure for Calgarians

    Over $6.6 million to create modern, inclusive and accessible community spaces in Calgary

12. MP Chahal to announce federal support to modernize community infrastructure, create jobs, and enhance public spaces in Calgary

    Federal support to help modernize community infrastructure and enhance public spaces in Calgary

13. Government of Canada investing $8 million for Banff National Park visitor reception and education in downtown Banff

    Government of Canada investing $8 million for Banff National Park visitor reception and education in downtown Banff.

14. Parks Canada to make an announcement to support the revitalization of the visitor experience at Banff National Park

    Parks Canada to make an announcement to support the revitalization of the visitor experience at Banff National Park

15. Information about COVID-19 at Grierson Institution

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that seven inmates at Grierson Institution, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19. The health and safety of our employees, inmates, and the public continue to be our top priority. We are closely monitoring the situation, and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

16. Parks Canada to make an announcement to support the revitalization of the visitor experience at Banff National Park

    Parks Canada to make an announcement to support the revitalization of the visitor experience at Banff National Park

17. $25.6 Million in New Federal Home Energy Investments for Four Alberta Communities 

    In Calgary, the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, and Taneen Rudyk, President of the Federation of Canadian Municipalities (FCM), announced a $25.6 million investment in four Alberta municipalities, delivered through the Community Efficiency Financing (CEF) initiative. This investment will help these municipalities to implement new home energy retrofit financing programs in their communities across Alberta.

18. Canada invests in green upgrades to health and wellness centre in Tsuut’ina Nation

    Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities and Roy Whitney, Xakiji (Chief), Tsuut’ina Nation, announced more than $1.9 million in federal funding to support green infrastructure upgrades for a community health and wellness facility in Tsuut’ina Nation.

19. Seizure of contraband at Grande Cache Institution 

    On September 2, 2022, at about 6:25 p.m., as a result of the vigilance of staff members, a package containing contraband was seized on the perimeter of Grande Cache Institution, a multi-level security facility.

20. Government of Canada and Alberta are putting patients first with new research investment

    Patients and their families are best placed to know what is important and what is not when receiving health care services. That’s why patient-oriented research and care is so vital. Through their lived experience, patients bring valuable firsthand perspectives to research that help lead to new and better ways of delivering care that ultimately improve the health of all people in Canada.

21. Government of Canada funds renovation of WinSport Day Lodge in Calgary

    Calgary, Alberta, August 29, 2022—Today, George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, announced over $17.4 million in federal funding for the renovation of the WinSport Day Lodge.

22. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Calgary

    Members of the media are invited to attend an infrastructure announcement in the presence of George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities.

23. Information about COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution 

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that three inmates at Edmonton Institution, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19.

24. Government of Canada Invests More than $115 Million to Support Canadians Living in Long-Term Care in Alberta

    Today, the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, joined by George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, announced the signing of the Safe Long-Term Care Fund (SLTCF) agreement with Alberta. Through this agreement, Alberta is receiving more than $115 million from the $1 billion investment made in the 2020 Fall Economic Statement (FES).

25. Government of Canada to make an announcement supporting long-term care in Alberta

    The Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Health, will make an important funding announcement supporting long-term care in Alberta.

26. 10-day passport pick up service expansion in Red Deer 

    Service Canada continues to introduce a variety of new measures to improve passport service delivery and decrease wait times for Canadians as it works through unprecedented demands. The triage system introduced this summer in 17 of our 35 passport offices has made a significant impact in reducing lineups and redirecting Canadians to the appropriate means to access service. The average wait time at call centres has also improved, going from a peak of 108 minutes in April to 27 minutes last week.

27. Information about COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution for Women

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that two inmates at Edmonton Institution for Women, in Alberta, have tested positive for COVID-19.

28. Recapture of inmate from Buffalo Sage Wellness House 

    At approximately 10:00 p.m. on August 6, 2022 inmate Monique Cardinal was apprehended by the Edmonton Police Service.

29. Government of Canada funds new net-zero River Valley Outdoor Activity Centre in Edmonton

    Today, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance and Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Dominic LeBlanc, Minister of Intergovernmental Affairs, Infrastructure and Communities, announced over $6.6 million in federal funding for the River Valley Outdoor Activity Centre.

30. Death of an inmate from Edmonton Institution

    On July 27, 2022, Bretton Fisher, an inmate from Edmonton Institution, died while in our custody following a serious assault.

31. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Edmonton

    Members of the media are invited to attend an infrastructure announcement

32. Escape from Buffalo Sage Wellness House 

    On July 28, 2022, during the 10:30 p.m. count, staff members at Buffalo Sage Wellness House (BSWH), a minimum and medium security Section 81 Healing Lodge, discovered that Crystal Sowan was not accounted for

33. Backgrounder: Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program

    List of organizations receiving funding under the Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program:

34. Government of Canada invests to help Canadians enter skilled trades

    Now more than ever, skilled tradespeople are in high demand to fill well-paying jobs and build rewarding careers. Approximately 700,000 skilled trades workers are expected to retire in Canada by 2028, creating an ever-growing need to recruit and train thousands more.

35. Canada and Metis Settlements General Council announce housing investments from Budget 2022 for Metis settlements of Alberta 

    Today, the Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations, joined President Herb Lehr of the Metis Settlements General Council to announce an investment of $29 million over seven years towards housing priorities for Métis settlements of Alberta.

36. Government of Canada and partner to make Budget 2022 echo announcement

    The Honourable Marc Miller, Minister of Crown–Indigenous Relations; Herb Lehr, President of the Metis Settlements General Council (MSGC); and Sherry Cunningham, Vice President of the MSGC, will make a Budget 2022 echo announcement.

37. Crossing the border to participate in the visit of Pope Francis to Canada? The CBSA gives tips for a smoother trip for travellers

    His Holiness Pope Francis will visit Canada from July 24 to July 29, with activities planned in the Edmonton area, the Quebec City area and in Iqaluit. The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) anticipates that this event will attract many travellers to Canada.

38. Government of Canada invests to expand supply chain capacity at the Edmonton International Airport

    The Government of Canada is committed to strengthening Canada’s trade corridors to keep our supply chains moving, strengthen our economy, and make sure Canadians get the goods they need on time.

39. Death of an inmate from Bowden Institution

    On July 18, 2022, Timothy Crowe, an inmate from Bowden Institution, died while in our custody.

40. Minister of Transport to make an important funding announcement to support trade corridors

    The Minister of Transport, the Honourable Omar Alghabra, will make an important funding announcement to support trade corridors. Minister Alghabra will be joined by Mayor Amarjeet Sohi and Tom Ruth, President and CEO of the Edmonton International Airport.

41. Parks Canada and Indigenous partners celebrate ceremonial opening for Waterton Lakes National Park’s new visitor centre

    Parks Canada and Indigenous partners celebrate ceremonial opening for Waterton Lakes National Park’s new visitor centre.

42. Parks Canada, project partners and stakeholders gather for the ceremonial opening of Waterton Lakes National Park’s visitor centre

    Parks Canada, project partners and stakeholders gather for the ceremonial opening of Waterton Lakes National Park’s visitor centre

43. #EVWeek in Canada: Minister Boissonnault Announces $3.95 million in Funding for EV Charging Options for Drivers Along Trans-Canada Highway

    As part of #EVWeek in Canada, the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, on behalf of the Honourable Jonathan Wilkinson, Minister of Natural Resources, announced a $3.95 million investment in Shell Canada to install 79 EV chargers across 37 Shell retail locations along critical corridors between Alberta, British Columbia, Ontario, Manitoba and Saskatchewan, with the majority of them remaining open 24/7.

44. Government of Canada invests in outdoor community sport and recreation infrastructure across Calgary

    More than $720,000 in Canada Community Revitalization Fund support to revitalize four outdoor community recreation facilities for the benefit of Calgarians of all ages and abilities.

45. Federal support to help modernize community sport and recreational infrastructure across Calgary

    Federal support to help modernize community sport and recreational infrastructure across Calgary.

46. Information about COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution for Women

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that three inmates at Edmonton Institution for Women in Alberta have tested positive for COVID-19.

47. Seizure of contraband at Edmonton Institutuion 

    On June 22, 2022, correctional officers at Edmonton Institution, a maximum security federal institution, confiscated contraband and unauthorized items from inmates during a search of the institution. The search was ordered to ensure the safety and security of the institution, its staff and inmates.

48. Calgary Stampede to make full-scale come-back with major funding from the Government of Canada; four other tourism experiences in southern Alberta to benefit from federal investments

    PrairiesCan Minister Daniel Vandal announced nearly $12 million to support the return of a full-scale 2022 Calgary Stampede and new or enhanced tourism experiences that attract visitors and support quality jobs in southern Alberta.

49. Backgrounder: Calgary Stampede to make full-scale come-back with major funding from the Government of Canada; four other tourism experiences in southern Alberta to benefit from federal investments

    PrairiesCan Minister Daniel Vandal announced nearly $12 million to support the return of a full-scale 2022 Calgary Stampede and new or enhanced tourism experiences that attract visitors and support quality jobs in southern Alberta.

50. Minister Vandal announces federal investment supporting inclusive growth and employment opportunities in Calgary

    Federal funding of $7 million through PrairiesCan will support innovative inclusive economic growth, innovation and access to tech talent in Calgary