Alberta News

1. 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.

2. 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.

3. 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.

4. 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.

5. 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.

6. 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.

7. 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).

8. 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.

9. 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.

10. 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.

11. 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.

12. 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.

13. 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.

14. Media Advisory: Infrastructure Announcement in Edmonton

    Members of the media are invited to attend an infrastructure announcement

15. 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

16. Backgrounder: Skilled Trades Awareness and Readiness program

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

17. 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.

18. 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.

19. 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.

20. 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.

21. 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.

22. Death of an inmate from Bowden Institution

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

23. 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.

24. 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.

25. 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

26. #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.

27. 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.

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

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

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. 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.

32. 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.

33. 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

34. Minister Vandal to announce major Government of Canada support for events and tourism experiences in Calgary and southern Alberta

    Government of Canada to announce major support for events and tourism experiences in Calgary and southern Alberta

35. Government of Canada to announce support to grow Calgary’s social start-ups, and for businesses to access diverse tech talent

    Minister Vandal to announce support to grow Calgary’s social start-ups, and for businesses to access diverse tech talent

36. Join us on Canada Day with free admission at national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas.

    Join us on Canada Day with free admission at national parks, historic sites, and marine conservation areas.

37. Minister O’Regan and Minister Boissonnault to hold a press conference with Alberta Federation of Labour President Gil McGowan

    The Honourable Seamus O’Regan Jr., Minister of Labour, will be in Edmonton to participate in a roundtable discussion with union representatives. They will discuss how government and unions can work together to create good jobs and strong communities through Canada’s energy transition. The Minister will be accompanied by the Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Tourism and Associate Minister of Finance, and Gil McGowan, President of the Alberta Federation of Labour.

38. Lii Buflo: A Métis Way of Life travelling exhibit showcases Métis culture through stories of their relationship with bison.  

    Parks Canada, the Arts and Heritage Foundation of St. Albert and Métis advisors launch exhibit to share history of the Métis people and their connection to bison.

39. Parks Canada and the Arts and Heritage Foundation of St. Albert unveil a new Indigenous exhibit

    Parks Canada and the Arts and Heritage Foundation of St. Albert unveil a new Indigenous exhibit

40. Information about COVID-19 at Bowden Institution 

    The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) advises that there are 39 active inmate cases of COVID-19 at Bowden Institution, in Alberta.

41. Government of Canada recognizes John Ware as a person of national historic significance

    John Ware’s horsemanship, generosity, and strength secured his place in the mythology of the Canadian West.

42. The Government of Canada Honours William H. Wilson and the late Paris K. Sahlen as Hometown Heroes

    The Government of Canada Honours William H. Wilson and the late Paris K. Sahlen as Hometown Heroes

43. Government of Canada to make an important announcement on John Ware

    Government of Canada to make an important announcement on John Ware

44. Government of Canada to make an important announcement on John Ware

    Government of Canada to make an important announcement on John Ware

45. Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes program honours Captain (N) (ret’d) William H. Wilson, OMM, CStJ, AEO, MSM, CD and the late Paris K. Sahlen, CD

    Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes program honours Captain (N) (ret’d) William H. Wilson, OMM, CStJ, AEO, MSM, CD and the late Paris K. Sahlen, CD

46. Can Praxis in Alberta receives federal funds for its Breaking the Cycle program

    Veterans Affairs Canada provides support through the Veteran and Family Well-Being Fund

47. Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes program honours Captain (N) (ret’d) William H. Wilson, OMM, CStJ, AEO, MSM, CD and the late Paris K. Sahlen, CD

    Parks Canada’s Hometown Heroes program honours Captain (N) (ret’d) William H. Wilson, OMM, CStJ, AEO, MSM, CD and the late Paris K. Sahlen, CD

48. Plant protein sprouting new roots in Alberta

    PIP International, a Canadian-based agri-food company, is celebrating the opening of a new $20-million pea-processing pilot facility in Lethbridge.

49. Canada and Alberta invest in Alberta’s Legislature Grounds

    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 the Honourable Prasad Panda, Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, announced $10 million in federal-provincial funding for a provincial infrastructure project located in Edmonton.

50. Media Advisory - Edmonton, Alberta

    Members of the media are invited to an infrastructure announcement in the presence of: • 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• The Honourable Prasad Panda, Alberta’s Minister of InfrastructureFollowing the announcement, a media availability will be held.