The City of Wetaskiwin has implemented a series of security measures following an alleged violent threat at the city hall. In a public notice, Sue Howard, city manager wrote that…
Alberta’s government has announced a new initiative aimed at addressing the province’s labour shortages in law enforcement by introducing a new Alberta Advantage Immigration Program (AAIP) pathway for law enforcement…
A Calgary-based construction company and its supervisor have been fined a combined $546,000 following convictions under Alberta’s occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation in connection with a workplace fatality. Volker…
The Alberta government has revised the regulations governing private sector pension plans, specifically targeting those in the construction trades, to enhance the financial security of nearly 180,000 plan members, it…
Unifor Local 530-A members at Shell Scotford in Fort Saskatchewan, Alta., have decisively voted against a mediator’s recommendations for a settlement, citing that the proposed terms would keep their compensation…
Lafarge Canada was justified in terminating a site superintendent who tested positive for THC following a minor vehicle accident at a worksite, according to a ruling by the Court of…
Space is getting tight at the Municipal District (MD) of Bighorn administration office in Exshaw, Alta. The MD’s municipal planning commission (MPC) approved the addition of two ATCO office trailers…
During the Covid-19 pandemic, Paxlovid, a drug for immunocompromised individuals diagnosed with Covid, was covered by Health Canada on an emergency basis. While private insurance may cover some of the…
There are many hazards associated with wildfires, and they aren’t all external. They can still affect you even if they don’t burn your house down. Anxiety is understandably a major…
Accessibility Standards Canada and the Government of Alberta have entered into a formal agreement to strengthen their collaboration on developing accessibility standards. Announced on June 10, 2024, the Memorandum of…
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