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CANADA | Feb 03, 2026
[News] Men's Shed finds success in Strathmore
Strathmore's Men's Shed had its official launch earlier this week.
READ MOREExpanding virtual health care
To support Albertans’ health care needs during the COVID-19 pandemic, the province is working with physicians to increase options for virtual care. Adjustments to how physicians can bill the provinc
New platform highlights Calgary's accessible and inclusive businesses
Sean Crump, who is the co-founder of accessibility advocate company Included by Design, helped develop Krooshl. It's a platform allowing people to purchase tickets, plan events and see which venues in
Efficient or resilient: Alberta must find the right balance to protect our food supply
Recent events such as COVID-19, the 2021 drought, and the effects of the atmospheric rivers in B.C., shine a light on the fragility of our food systems. We saw simultaneous food dumping and supply dis
Re-envisioning aging in Canada
Ageism is something we’re all familiar with but many shrug off as “not that serious.” In fact, ageism is ingrained in our society. The World Health Organization’s Global Report on Ageism esti
Temporary testing options given to health-care workers
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At the direction of Alberta’s government, Alberta Health Services will provide all unimmunized physicians and staff the option of temporary frequent COVID-19 testing to ensure the anticipated de
More boosters, tests and measures to fight Omicron
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Alberta’s government is taking further steps to strengthen vaccine protection and testing while bringing in new public health measures to reduce contact between Albertans as Omicron cases contin
Alberta expands boosters, launches booster shot campaign
Alberta is opening COVID-19 vaccine boosters to all Albertans aged 18 and older while launching an ambitious booster shot campaign to protect Albertans from the rapidly spreading Omicron variant.
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Construction to begin on Spirit River seniors housing
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The governments of Alberta and Canada are partnering on construction of a new $24.8-million housing project that will provide needed homes for seniors with a range of care needs in Spirit River.
Firefighters to play key role in offering addiction treatment
A first in Canada, firefighters in Edmonton are joining the fight against opioid overdose by supporting immediate access to addiction treatment and supporting families.
Albertans in Edmonton struggli
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