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CANADA | Apr 13, 2026

[Report] Retirement and post-retirement employment among older Canadians

This report was written by Sharanjit Uppal, Brittany Etmanski, Vincent Hardy and Sébastien LaRochelle-CôtéUsing data from the Labour Force Survey, this study presents trends in the number of retirements and summarizes the reasons for retirement. Additionally, it uses data from the Survey of Finan

Electricity Rebates to Start Arriving on July Bills

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 wil

Extending Fuel Tax Relief for Albertans

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, Albert

Celebrate National Indigenous Peoples Day

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

Celebrating Albertans Who Protect our Communities

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,

Women’s Hub Helps Women Find Support

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

Canadian Men’s Health Month: Minister Copping

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

Keeping Albertans Safe from Domestic Violence

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, Alb

COVID-19 in Alberta: Minister Copping

Minister of Health Jason Copping issued the following statement on COVID-19 in the province: “The updated COVID-19 data posted June 15 is more good news, especially for the people working in our h

World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: Minister Pon

Minister of Seniors and Housing Josephine Pon issued the following statement on World Elder Abuse Awareness Day: “June 15 is World Elder Abuse Awareness Day, a day for all of us to unite against e