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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

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.
GST holiday a flop in St. Albert

GST holiday a flop in St. Albert

Little saved, much headache, say residents
Remember to re-new your registration: St. Albert RCMP

Remember to re-new your registration: St. Albert RCMP

Drivers who are found to be driving without valid registration could face a $324 fine.
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.
Amazing Mrs. Atkinson was a woman of many firsts

Amazing Mrs. Atkinson was a woman of many firsts

Suzie Atkinson was 'a champion of anything that would do good in her community'
Alberta optometrists say coverage changes could increase wait times

Alberta optometrists say coverage changes could increase wait times

Provincial amendments to vision benefits came into effect Feb. 1
Three players from St. Albert soccer club selected for Canada Summer Games.

Three players from St. Albert soccer club selected for Canada Summer Games.

The three St. Albert players will showcase their skills at the Canada Summer Games in St. John's, N.L. in August.
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