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The Minister’s Seniors Service Awards are open and accepting nominations for individuals, nonprofit organizations, and businesses who serve seniors through their extraordinary work in volunteerism, philanthropy, innovation, or outstanding service. Since 1998, the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards

Associate Minister of Immigration and Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued the following statement on Canadian Multiculturalism Day: “Since 2003, Canadian Multiculturalism Day has been celebrated to focus on mutual respect and to recognize that everyone in Canada is free to practice their

Editor’s note: If you or a loved one need help regarding suicide, you can call the Canada Suicide Prevention Service’s 24/7/365 free support line at 1-833-456-4566. You can also text 45645 between 2 p.m. and 10 p.m. According to Statistics Canada, middle-aged men die by suicide more than anyone else

Beginning in July, almost two million Albertans will receive rebates on their electricity bills to help them manage high electricity costs. More than 1.9 million homes, farms and small businesses will receive monthly credits of $50 on their July, August and September electricity bills, for a total

Albertans will continue to save the 13-cent provincial fuel tax on every litre of gasoline or diesel they purchase for at least another three months. With the fuel tax relief program in place, Albertans save money with every fill-up. With the corresponding reduction in GST, this amounts to total

Everyone is welcome to join Lt.-Gov. Salma Lakhani, Premier Jason Kenney, Minister of Indigenous Relations Rick Wilson and Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi on June 20 at Edmonton City Centre, on the main floor at the west entrance, from 11:45 a.m. to 1:15 p.m. for Indigenous performances, stories and

Fourteen organizations and individuals have received Alberta Community Justice Awards for their work improving safety in their communities. Recipients received awards in five categories: leadership, innovation, community mobilization, partnerships and collaboration, and service enhancement. READ

The new Women’s Hub directory connects women easily with services and resources that will help empower them to succeed at work, at home and in the community. This online directory allows women to search all of the supports offered by Alberta’s government and filter results based on their personal

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on Canadian Men’s Health Month: “June marks Canadian Men’s Health Month. It’s an important reminder to men of every age and background that their health matters. “Research suggests that men tend to focus less on their health and well

Clare’s Law continues to be a valuable resource for Albertans at risk of domestic violence, with more than 400 applications for disclosure since the law came into effect. Through Clare’s Law, Albertans have the right to know and ask about an intimate partner’s past and whether they have a history of