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CANADA | Oct 23, 2026

[Article] Minister's Seniors Service Awards 2026

On October 1, 2026, recipients, community leaders and guests gathered at Government House in Edmonton for the Minister’s Seniors Service Awards. The ceremony honoured nine individuals and organizations for their outstanding service and the meaningful difference they make in the lives of Alberta’s seniors.

Senior Living: Keeping fit and doing your bit

Swimming, cycling, walking, recycling pay dividends for yourself and others. After having been spoiled in the six weeks to mid-November by cloudless blue skies, above-average daytime highs and only

Before things turn deadly: What can be done to prevent domestic homicide

By the time someone experiencing abuse from a partner reaches the point of needing an emergency shelter or a restraining order, society has, in a sense, already failed both victim and abuser. All of

Advocacy groups stress importance of supporting Calgary seniors during the holidays

Seniors advocacy groups say while showing care and support is a meaningful initiative year round, it’s especially important over the holidays and during long, cold winter months. MP Fortin, an agin

Food insecurity a struggle for those with celiac disease, Calgarian says

Canadians face 5 to 7 per cent price increase for food in 2022 A Calgary woman with celiac disease says her budget can't keep up with the rising cost of the food she needs. Jade Jones says she's had

Celebrating progress on a new cancer centre

Patients will soon see improved access to cancer care as construction crews make significant progress on the new Calgary Cancer Centre. Approximately 900 construction and trades workers are working 2

Alberta Housing Sector’s Response to Passing of Bill 78: Alberta Housing Amendment Act

After years of consultation with the Government of Alberta, the Alberta Seniors & Community Housing Association (ASCHA), which represents over 100 organizations that provide community and seniors

Fall session: Alberta’s Recovery Plan moves ahead

Alberta’s Recovery Plan came into sharp focus during Alberta’s legislature sitting, with major advancements on creating jobs and diversifying the economy. The fall session started on Oct. 25

No bus ride, no forms, just food — how tiny charity startups have pushed big players to change

The pandemic has led to the birth and growth of numerous startup charities as an alternative to established and long-standing charitable organizations. Operating on a more informal basis that seeks to

A new weapon in the fight against opioid overdose

Alberta’s government is the first in Canada to fully cover the cost of the injectable opioid treatment drug Sublocade. The treatment lasts in a person’s system for 30 days, providing stabiliza