Alberta News

1. Creating jobs by investing in Alberta agriculture

   Alberta’s government has streamlined its Canadian Agricultural Partnership (CAP) grant process to make it easier for producers to access grants.

2. Government collaboration supporting the future of Alberta’s clean hydrogen sector  

   Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, the Honourable Jason Kenney, Premier of Alberta, and His Worship Don Iveson, Mayor of Edmonton, announced that their governments are working closely with Air Products Canada Ltd. to advance clean energy in Canada and jointly pursue a transformative $1.3 billion net-zero hydrogen production investment. The clean hydrogen facility would be operational by 2024, a first-mover anchor to secure Canada’s early foothold in the global hydrogen market, pending further discussions and a final scope decision from the company.

3. Governments announcing support for the future of Alberta’s clean hydrogen sector 

   The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, together with the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable, Jason Kenney, Premier of Alberta, and Don Iveson, Mayor of Edmonton, will participate in an announcement about efforts to advance a project to create net-zero emission hydrogen energy in Canada.

4. Canada Invests in Hydrogen Fueling Station for Commercial Fleet in Alberta

   The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $2.3-million investment in the Alberta Zero-Emissions Truck Electrification Collaboration (AZETEC) project.

5. Backgrounder: Canada and Alberta invest in over 360 projects to upgrade housing for seniors and families in 95 communities   

   Funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support infrastructure projects in Alberta. The Government of Canada is investing nearly $25.6 million in these projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program with the Alberta government providing nearly $6.4 million. In total, this represents a combined infrastructure investment of more than $31.9 million.

6. Canada and Alberta invest in over 360 projects to upgrade housing for seniors and families in 95 communities 

   Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Prasad Panda, Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced funding for 362 infrastructure projects that will repair and upgrade housing for seniors and families with low income in 95 communities across the province. They were accompanied at the announcement by the Honourable Deb Schulte, Minister of Seniors; The Honourable Josephine Pon, Alberta’s Minister of Seniors; and Naheed Nenshi, Mayor of Calgary.

7. Brief Panellist Bios

   Brief Panellist Bios

8. Expert Advisory Panel on Moving People Sustainably in the Bow Valley in Banff National Park

   Expert Advisory Panel on Moving People Sustainably in the Bow Valley in Banff National Park.

9. Waterton Lakes National Park officially kicks off 2021 summer season

   Waterton Lakes National Park officially kicks off 2021 summer season.

10. Parks Canada announces members of the expert panel on visitor movement in Banff National Park

    Parks Canada announces members of the expert panel on visitor movement in Banff National Park.

11. Bar U Ranch National Historic Site has kicked off its 2021 visitor season and there’s room to roam

    Bar U Ranch National Historic Site has kicked off its 2021 visitor season and there’s room to roam.

12. Backgrounder: Canada and Alberta invest in infrastructure projects to improve recreation, active transportation, and emergency response in four communities

    Funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support 12 infrastructure projects in Alberta. The Government of Canada is investing more than $9.1 million in these projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program. Contributions by recipients toward their respective projects are more than $2.2 million. Funding recipients are responsible for any additional project costs.

13. Canada and Alberta invest in infrastructure projects to improve recreation, active transportation, and emergency response in four communities

    Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Prasad Panda, Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced funding for 12 infrastructure projects. The projects include upgrades to playgrounds and sports facilities, additional pathways and trails for active transportation, and improvements to emergency response and prevention infrastructure.

14. Canada and Alberta invest in projects to support communities and improve the quality of health care facilities

    Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Prasad Panda Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced funding for infrastructure projects that will provide repairs and upgrades to health care facilities in 12 municipalities across the province.

15. Backgrounder: Canada and Alberta invest in projects to support communities and improve the quality of health care facilities

    Funding through the Investing in Canada plan will support five infrastructure projects in Alberta. The Government of Canada is investing more than $27 million in these projects through the COVID-19 Resilience Infrastructure Stream of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program with the Alberta government providing over $6.8 million. In total, this represents a combined infrastructure investment of more than $33.8 million.

16. Canada and Alberta invest in projects to support communities and improve the quality of health care facilities 

    Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and Prasad Panda Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced funding for infrastructure projects that will provide repairs and upgrades to health care facilities in 12 municipalities across the province.

17. Chief Mountain border crossing remains closed due to COVID-19

    The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) is reminding travellers that the seasonal Chief Mountain, Alberta border crossing (AB Hwy 6) will remain closed until further notice.

18. Government of Canada announces exciting progress on campgrounds in Waterton Lakes National Park

    Waterton Lakes’ reconstruction of Crandell Mountain Campground to begin this spring and Townsite Campground now open for the season.

19. COVID-19 related death of an inmate

    On May 11, 2021, an inmate from Bowden Institution died as an apparent result of complications related to COVID-19.

20. TSB releases investigation report about a 2020 landing accident in Calgary, Alberta 

    TSB releases investigation report about a 2020 landing accident in Calgary, Alberta

21. Information about COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution

    Correctional Service Canada (CSC) advises that one inmate and two staff members recently tested positive for COVID-19 at Edmonton Institution, located in Edmonton, Alberta. We are closely monitoring the situation and measures are in place to minimize spread of the virus within the institution.

22. Canada and Alberta support infrastructure investments to upgrade Yellowhead Tribal College’s STEM facilities

    Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Minister and Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Prasad Panda, Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, and Dr. Diana Steinhauer, President of the Yellowhead Tribal College, announced joint funding to upgrade educational facilities at the Yellowhead Tribal College. Once the project is completed, students will benefit from a restructured classroom and laboratory, expected to increase educational attainment in the STEM fields (science, technology, engineering and mathematics).

23. New public transit and active transportation infrastructure in Banff and Cold Lake, Alberta

    Today, the Honourable Jim Carr, the Government of Canada’s Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, the Honourable Ric McIver, Alberta’s Minister of Transportation and Municipal Affairs, announced funding for the construction of a pedestrian-cyclist bridge in Banff and the addition of a low-floor bus to the City of Cold Lake’s fleet. These projects will increase accessibility and encourage sustainable modes of transportation.

24. Minister Champagne highlights clean technology investments in  Budget 2021

    Today, the Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, met with some of Alberta’s foremost business leaders, investors, innovators and policy makers to discuss the clean tech investments announced in Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.

25. Minister Champagne to discuss Budget 2021 investments in clean technology that will drive economic growth to benefit Albertans

    The Honourable François-Philippe Champagne, Minister of Innovation, Science and Industry, will participate in a virtual panel discussion on Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.

26. Minister Ng highlights Budget 2021 investments in small businesses and entrepreneurs

    “This is the time to lean in and build back a more innovative, inclusive and sustainable future.

27. Minister Maryam Monsef highlights investments in families, early learning and child care in Budget 2021

    Budget 2021 is the Government of Canada’s plan to finish the fight against COVID-19 and ensure a robust economic recovery that is inclusive of all Canadians. Today, Minister of Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, the Honourable Maryam Monsef, met with Alberta women-, family- and youth-serving organizations to discuss investments in early learning and childcare, as well as other supports for families introduced in Budget 2021: A Recovery Plan for Jobs, Growth, and Resilience.

28. Minister Monsef holds Roundtable on Budget 2021 Investment in Families, Early Learning and Child Care

    Members of the media are invited to join the Honourable Maryam Monsef, Minister for Women and Gender Equality and Rural Economic Development, as she highlights the Budget 2021 investments in families, early learning and child care. The Minister will also participate in a media availability, before hosting a roundtable with stakeholders.

29. Death of an inmate from Drumheller Institution

    On April 15, 2021, an inmate from Drumheller Institution died while in our custody.

30. Value Chain Solutions - Heartland Complex Expansion Project — Comment Period on the Draft Tailored Impact Statement Guidelines and Draft Public Participation Plan

    The Impact Assessment Agency of Canada is conducting an impact assessment for the proposed Value Chain Solutions - Heartland Complex Expansion Project. The project would expand the approved Heartland Project, a bitumen upgrader and refinery, located in Alberta's Industrial Heartland, about 18 kilometres northeast of Fort Saskatchewan.

31. Minister Wilkinson invites Canadians to help shape the future of mountain national parks

    Parks Canada launches Indigenous and public engagement on draft management plans

32. Government of Canada Invests nearly $16 Million to Expand Virtual Health Care Services in Alberta

    Today, the Honourable Patty Hajdu, Minister of Health, announced the signature of a bilateral agreement with Alberta to support efforts to expand virtual health care services for its residents. Under the agreement, the province will invest federal funding based on agreed-upon pan-Canadian priorities for accelerating virtual health care services during the pandemic.

33. Government of Canada supports Alberta agri-food sector with investment in BioNeutra

    The agriculture and agri-foods sectors support quality jobs for Canadians and are of vital importance to the Canadian economy. That is why today, the Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, announced more than $2.94 million to help Alberta-based BioNeutra to double its manufacturing capacity and better compete in global markets.

34. Minister Carr announces federal investment in Rainbow Resource Centre to support seniors in Western Canada

    While the pandemic has been hard on everyone, it has been hardest on seniors. Seniors helped to build the country we know and love today, and the Government of Canada is committed to helping reduce their social isolation during this difficult period.

35. Minister Jim Carr to announce additional funding to help seniors stay connected

    Minister Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies and Member of Parliament for Winnipeg South Centre, along with Sherri Rollins, City Councillor for Fort-Rouge East Fort Garry, will announce funding from the New Horizons for Seniors Program, which includes funding to support projects with the Rainbow Resource Centre.

36. Canada Invests in Innovative Clean Technology at the University of Alberta

    The Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies and Member of Parliament of Winnipeg South Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, today announced a $1,990,000 investment in the University of Alberta’s biojet technology.

37. Government of Canada takes important steps to protect critical habitat of trout in Alberta

    A key part of protecting aquatic species at risk is ensuring their critical habitat is also protected. The Government of Canada recognizes that we must safeguard these vital areas—including breeding sites, nursery areas, or feeding grounds—to help our at-risk species recover and survive for future generations.

38. Canada and Alberta invest in highway projects to make transportation safer and more efficient, create good jobs, and support regional economies

    Today, Larry Bagnell, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Economic Development and Official Languages and Minister responsible for CanNor, on behalf of the Honourable Catherine McKenna, Minister of Infrastructure and Communities, and the Honourable Ric McIver, Alberta’s Minister of Transportation and Municipal Affairs, announced funding to improve road safety and travel efficiency on Highway 15 and Highway 19. The funding announcement was made during a groundbreaking event for the Highway 19 project.

39. Canada Invests in Smart Grid Technology in Alberta

    The Honourable Jim Carr, Special Representative for the Prairies, on behalf of Canada’s Minister of Natural Resources, the Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., today announced a combined investment of over $900,000 for two smart grid projects in Alberta that will enhance the energy grid and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.