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November 03, 2006
Traffic Safety Plan to reduce deaths, injuries
A made-in-Alberta Traffic Safety Plan is designed to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries in the province.
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November 01, 2006
New information line helps Albertans stop family violence
A new 24-hour toll-free information line will help callers reach out to someone they think might be struggling with family violence. Calling 310 1818 will put Albertans in touch with specialists who can provide information, advice and referrals.
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October 31, 2006
Natural gas rebate triggered for November
Albertans will receive a provincial natural gas rebate on their November heating bills. This automatic rebate will save the average household about $27.
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October 26, 2006
New law first in Canada to protect children from drug activity
Children exposed to serious drug activity, such as manufacturing and trafficking, will soon benefit from additional protection under a new law that takes effect November 1, 2006. The legislation is the first of its kind in Canada.
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October 25, 2006
Alberta athletes benefit from new sport centres
Alberta’s competitive athletes will soon have important support services closer to home, thanks to three partnerships between Alberta colleges and the provincial and federal sport agencies.
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October 23, 2006
Police can seize vehicles used to solicit prostitutes
Police in Alberta will now be able to seize a vehicle when the driver is charged with soliciting street prostitutes.
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October 23, 2006
Gaming revenues to help First Nation communities
New gaming policies now allow First Nation charities to spend charitable gaming proceeds in ways that directly benefit their communities.
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October 17, 2006
Alberta declares a provincewide gun amnesty for October
In an effort to get unwanted guns off the street, Albertans can safely hand over their illegal or unwanted firearms and ammunition to police without facing charges for possessing unregistered and unlicensed weapons.
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October 17, 2006
Conference explores changing economy
With an economy as hot as Alberta's it might seem unusual to be holding a conference about economic development but that is just what is happening October 24-26 in Camrose, Alberta.
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October 05, 2006
Alberta cracks down on overdue traffic fines
In an effort to make Alberta roads safer and to further deter drivers from committing traffic offences, a new pilot project is targeting Albertans with overdue traffic fines.
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October 05, 2006
SuperNet brings new opportunities for historic site
Alberta SuperNet has already opened doors for students, libraries and local government offices. So perhaps it should come as no surprise that an interpretive centre focused on prehistoric times is also taking full advantage of 21st century technology.
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October 03, 2006
Government invests $239 million in bioenergy
A $239 million investment in Alberta’s bioenergy sector will make the province a leader in producing renewable energy from organic materials.
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September 29, 2006
New programs promote better health for children and youth
More than $30 million in funding will put children and youth on a path to lifelong health. The funding will provide newborn screening programs and programs to promote healthy weights, as well as an award for healthy school communities.
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September 26, 2006
2005-06 annual reports released
Increased investment in infrastructure and savings, new dental and optical programs for seniors, and more police officers for Alberta communities are among the accomplishments presented in the Alberta government’s 2005-06 ministry annual reports.
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September 21, 2006
Alberta Royalty Tax Credit Program to end
The Alberta government is eliminating the Alberta Royalty Tax Credit Program (ARTC). This follows changes to remove or reduce four other oil and gas royalty programs. As a result of these changes, Alberta’s energy revenues could increase by up to $300 million.
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September 19, 2006
Crystal meth report gives 83 recommendations
After consulting with Albertans, the Premier’s Task Force on Crystal Meth has put forward 83 recommendations to fight the growing problem of crystal methamphetamine in Alberta communities.
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