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New permit system could pose safety risks to Albertans, NDP critic says

New permit system could pose safety risks to Albertans, NDP critic says

Gurinder Brar, Alberta's red tape reduction critic, said a new permitting approach dubbed the automatic yes toolkit could compromise public safety and the environment while continuing to undermine community trust in government.
Civil society groups call for impact assessment of CCS megaproject

Civil society groups call for impact assessment of CCS megaproject

A group of civil society organizations is urging Canada’s federal environment minister to require an impact assessment of a carbon capture and storage megaproject in northeast Alberta.

New Writer in Residence at St. Albert Public Library brings generous spirit and sense of play to residency

Anna Marie Sewell has an impressive resume, to be sure; an author of novels, poetry collections, magazine articles and even choral scores highlighting a breadth of writing achievements.
Rural transit ideas floated behind the scenes, UCP says

Rural transit ideas floated behind the scenes, UCP says

“I don't want to show my cards yet, but we're actually working on some really interesting policy ideas on how to increase transit options for rural Alberta,” said Alberta Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen.
Most Albertans side with education workers, poll shows

Most Albertans side with education workers, poll shows

A majority of Albertans side with striking education workers, and the government appears to be losing ground with UCP supporters as job actions ramp up, a new poll suggests.
Small-town Alberta needs you, future municipal professionals

Small-town Alberta needs you, future municipal professionals

Deadline is Tuesday, Feb. 18, at noon to apply for positions under the Municipal Internship Program in 16 municipalities, the province announced.
Musée Heritage Museum 2025 offerings showcase St. Albert history

Musée Heritage Museum 2025 offerings showcase St. Albert history

Community's journey through time reflected in four diverse exhibitions
St. Albert's Cleopatra's relive the Roaring Twenties

St. Albert's Cleopatra's relive the Roaring Twenties

Take in a fun, fizzy night at the local speakeasy
St. Albert's Arden Theatre hosts triple-bill ballet

St. Albert's Arden Theatre hosts triple-bill ballet

Ballet Kelowna soars on stage with The Cowboy Suite & Other Works
'Power abusers' and bots shaped Alberta election discourse, report says

'Power abusers' and bots shaped Alberta election discourse, report says

Small group of abusive users shifted online conversations during 2023 Alberta election, researchers say
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