Alberta News

1. Minister Anandasangaree to announce Agricultural Benefits specific claims settlements with nine First Nations under Treaties 5, 6, and 10

   Minister Anandasangaree will meet with 9 First Nations under Treaties 5, 6, and 10 to partake in community celebrations and make several announcements.

2. Government of Canada to announce contracts for clean electricity

   George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Jean-Yves Duclos, Minister of Public Services and Procurement and Quebec Lieutenant, will make an announcement on clean electricity.

3. Rebuilding after the fire: Government of Canada announces rent relief for Jasper National Park lessees and licensees

   Up to $15.2 million in rent relief for affected businesses and the Municipality of Jasper allowing them to redirect financial resources towards recovery and rebuilding efforts.

4. Rebuilding after the fire: Reopening attractions to welcome visitors for the winter season

   Reopenings support businesses and residents whose livelihoods rely directly and indirectly on hosting and guiding visitors to Jasper National Park.

5. Parks Canada - Backgrounder: Jasper National Park Reopenings

   Jasper National Park Reopenings

6. Federal and provincial governments invest in upgrades for public buildings throughout Alberta

   Ten communities across Alberta will have upgraded and more accessible buildings after a combined investment of almost $18 million from the federal and provincial governments.

7. Backgrounder: Federal and provincial governments invest in essential building upgrades throughout Alberta

   The federal government is investing $13,811,772 through the COVID-19 Resilience Stream (CVRIS) of the Investing in Canada Infrastructure Program (ICIP) to support upgrades in ten communities through three bundles of projects to improve accessibility, air quality, and building systems across Alberta. The Alberta government is investing $4,182,373 into these projects.

8. $13 million federal investment to improve health services in Driftpile Cree Nation through construction of the Mihtatikaw Sipiy Health and Wellness Facility

   On September 26, 2024, Chief Dwayne Laboucan of Driftpile Cree Nation, along with Council, Elders, community members, and representatives from Indigenous Services Canada, celebrated the start of construction of the Mihtatikaw Sipiy Health and Wellness Facility.

9. MP Chahal announces federal investments to commercialize Alberta-made quantum technologies

   More than $8.4 million through PrairiesCan will accelerate the development of quantum applications and products, and maintain Alberta’s leadership in this emerging sector

10. MP Chahal to announce federal investments to advance quantum technologies in Alberta

    George Chahal, Member of Parliament for Calgary Skyview, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, will announce federal support for strategic investments aimed at growing quantum-ready technologies, companies and talent to solidify Alberta’s global leadership in this emerging sector.

11. Government of Canada helps religious and community organizations in Calgary protect themselves against hate-motivated crimes

    Everyone who lives in Canada deserves to be and feel safe in their communities. These last few years, we’ve witnessed a rise in hate incidents experienced by many communities. This is unacceptable, and the federal government is taking action to combat hate and protect communities.

12. Government of Canada helps religious and community organizations in Edmonton protect themselves against hate-motivated crimes

    Everyone who lives in Canada deserves to be and feel safe in their communities. These last few years, we’ve witnessed a rise in hate incidents experienced by many communities. This is unacceptable, and the federal government is taking action to combat hate and protect communities.

13. Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments to launch and expand tourism experiences across Alberta

    More than $4 million through PrairiesCan is enabling small businesses, not-for-profit organizations and communities to share their unique attractions and draw visitors from across Canada and around the globe

14. Backgrounder: Minister Boissonnault announces federal investments to launch and expand tourism experiences across Alberta

    Through the Tourism Growth Program (TGP), the federal government is investing $108 million over three years to support Indigenous and non-Indigenous communities, small- and medium-sized businesses and not-for-profit organizations in developing local tourism products and experiences to help more domestic and international visitors discover all that Canada has to offer.

15. Minister Boissonnault to announce federal investments for unique tourism experiences across Alberta

    The Honourable Randy Boissonnault, Minister of Employment, Workforce Development and Official Languages, on behalf of the Honourable Dan Vandal, Minister for PrairiesCan, to announce federal support for businesses, communities, and organizations in developing and sharing their local tourism products for visitors from across Canada and around the globe.

16. Chief Mountain port of entry closes for the season

    The Chief Mountain port of entry is closing for the season on September 30, at 6:00 p.m. Mountain Standard Time (MST).

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

    This section of the river was officially designated in March 2024.

18. 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.

19. 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

20. 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.

21. 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.

22. 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.

23. 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.

24. 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.

25. 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.

26. 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

27. 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.

28. 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.

29. 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.

30. 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.

31. 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.

32. 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.

33. 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.

34. 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

35. 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

36. 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.

37. 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.

38. 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.

39. 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.

40. 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

41. 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.

42. 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

43. 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.

44. 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

45. 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.

46. 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.

47. 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

48. 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.

49. 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.

50. 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.