Canada News Centre - Alberta

Government of Canada Launches the New seniors.gc.ca

Thu, 16 May 2013 18:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Canada's Minister of State for Seniors, along with the Honourable George VanderBurg, Alberta's Associate Minister of Seniors, were in Calgary today at the West Hillhurst Go-Getters Association to announce the launch of the newly revamped seniors.gc.ca, a central source of information for seniors, their families, and caregivers.

Harper Government Announces Supportto End Violence Against Aboriginal Women and Girls in Northern Alberta

Thu, 16 May 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced Harper Government support for a new project that will tackle violence against women and girls in an Aboriginal community in Northern Alberta. The Minister was joined by the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre.

The Honourable Alice Wong will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:47:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), accompanied by the Honourable George VanderBurg, Associate Minister of Seniors, will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families.

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

Wed, 15 May 2013 19:30:00 GMT

Seniors across the country will soon have new opportunities to use their leadership abilities, energy and skills to continue to make a difference in their communities through the New Horizons for Seniors Program (NHSP). The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State for Democratic Reform and Member of Parliament for Edmonton¿Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), made the announcement today while speaking to members of the Alberta Caregivers Association.

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:37:00 GMT

The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan.

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Calgary Entrepreneurs

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:35:00 GMT

Calgary, Alberta, May 14, 2013-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), today met with local small business entrepreneurs and members of the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. He listened to the priorities of Calgary entrepreneurs while underscoring the Harper Government's recent efforts to help small and medium-sized enterprises (SME) through Economic Action Plan 2013.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Calgary get jobs

Tue, 14 May 2013 19:25:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Calgary to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Michelle Rempel, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment and Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre-North, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Michelle Rempel will make an announcement to assist local youth

Mon, 13 May 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Michelle Rempel, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of the Environment and Member of Parliament for Calgary Centre-North, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Minister of State Bernier to Deliver Keynote Address to Calgary Entrepreneurs

Mon, 13 May 2013 15:58:00 GMT

Event date: May 14, 2013 — The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), will deliver a keynote address to the Calgary Chamber of Commerce. Minister of State Bernier will hold a media availability after his remarks.

Launch of the Algal Carbon Conversion Pilot Project

Fri, 10 May 2013 16:10:00 GMT

Thank you for that great introduction, Joan. I would like to begin by thanking our host, TELUS Spark, and to welcome everyone here today. It is my pleasure to join you in celebrating a very exciting project and to highlight another example of our government's support of business innovation in Canada.

LaVar Payne will participate in a celebration to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Medicine Hat

Thu, 09 May 2013 15:30:00 GMT

LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament for Medicine Hat, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will participate in a celebration to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Medicine Hat.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Medicine Hat get jobs

Wed, 03 Apr 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for Medicine Hat youth to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament for Medicine Hat, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

LaVar Payne will make an announcement to assist local youth

Tue, 02 Apr 2013 19:31:00 GMT

LaVar Payne, Member of Parliament for Medicine Hat, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Economic Action Plan 2013: Connecting Canadians with Available Jobs

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 18:45:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, today highlighted key Economic Action Plan 2013 measures that will address Canada's overall skills and labour shortages and transform the way Canadians receive skills training, in her remarks at the Petroleum Services Association of Canada in Calgary, Alberta.

Harper Government Announces New Personalized Health Research Projects Across Canada (Alberta)

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 17:15:00 GMT

Edmonton, Alberta, March 26, 2013-Canadians with debilitating diseases will soon benefit from new personalized approaches to treatment thanks to researchers across the country and funding from the Harper Government. The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced an investment of $2.4 million to support a research project in Alberta, as part of the national announcement made by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), alongside Mike Lake, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Industry.

Economic Action Plan 2013: Connecting Canadians with Available Jobs

Tue, 26 Mar 2013 16:30:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch to highlight skills and training in Economic Action Plan 2013 and make an announcement

Mon, 25 Mar 2013 21:50:00 GMT

Dr. Kellie Leitch, Parliamentary Secretary to the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will highlight skills and training measures in Economic Action Plan 2013 and make an announcement.

Harper Government Supports Canadian Jobs and Industry by Maximizing Military Procurement

Fri, 22 Mar 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, highlighted the Economic Action Plan 2013 commitment to better leverage future investments in equipment for the Canadian Armed Forces while welcoming the delivery of the upgraded light armoured vehicles III now rolling out of the General Dynamics Land Systems - Canada's Edmonton plant.

Harper Government helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Edmonton

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 20:30:00 GMT

On behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, the Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, today announced that vulnerable people in Edmonton will have greater access to housing and support services, as a result of a new investment provided to Homeward Trust Edmonton.

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce an investment to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:42:00 GMT

The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce an investment to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Harper Government Invests in Research Excellence at Canadian Universities (Alberta)

Fri, 15 Mar 2013 15:30:00 GMT

Edmonton, Alberta, March 15, 2013-Some of the world's most accomplished and promising minds working in diverse scientific disciplines will receive significant support from the Harper Government, through the Canada Research Chairs program, to pursue world-class research at post-secondary institutions across Canada. The Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, today announced an investment of $5.8 million to support eight Canada Research Chairs in Alberta as part of the national announcement made by the Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology).

Harper Government to Make Significant Announcement About Research and Innovation in Canada (Alberta)

Thu, 14 Mar 2013 16:35:00 GMT

Event date: March 15, 2013 - On Friday, March 15, the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, will highlight a significant investment related to research and innovation in Canada.

Governments of Canada and Alberta support Aboriginal skills development

Wed, 13 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT

In Alberta, 350 Aboriginal people will be trained for high-demand jobs in the energy sector, thanks to investments from the Governments of Canada and Alberta, and other partners. The announcement was made today by the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Robin Campbell, Alberta Minister of Aboriginal Relations.

The Honourable Laurie Hawn will announce Government of Canada support to the Trade Winds to Success Training Society to help local Aboriginal persons enter the job market

Tue, 12 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to the Trade Winds to Success Training Society to help local Aboriginal persons enter the job market.

MP Brent Rathgeber congratulates the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation for receiving a Prime Minister's Volunteer Award

Sat, 02 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT

MP Brent Rathgeber congratulates the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation for receiving a Prime Minister's Volunteer Award

Brent Rathgeber will participate in a celebration at the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation

Fri, 01 Mar 2013 19:00:00 GMT

Brent Rathgeber, Member of Parliament for St. Albert, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development Canada, will participate in a celebration at the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation.

Minister Jason Kenney congratulates Randy Fowler for receiving a Prime Minister's Volunteer Award

Fri, 22 Feb 2013 14:36:00 GMT

The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism Canada, and Member of Parliament for Calgary Southeast, today participated in an event held in honour of Randy Fowler, who is among the first recipients of the Prime Minister's Volunteer Awards (PMVA). Minister Kenney also announced that the Association for the Rehabilitation of the Brain Injured (ARBI) was selected by Mr. Fowler for a one-time grant from the Harper Government.

Government of Canada helps vulnerable people in Calgary

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 20:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for people with disabilities at risk of homelessness in Calgary to help them integrate into the workforce. The announcement was made by Devinder Shory, Member of Parliament for Calgary Northeast, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in central Alberta get jobs

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 15:00:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in central Alberta to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by Earl Dreeshen, Member of Parliament for Red Deer, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Jason Kenney will participate in a celebration at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary

Thu, 21 Feb 2013 14:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Jason Kenney, Minister of Citizenship, Immigration and Multiculturalism, and Member of Parliament for Calgary Southeast, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will participate in a celebration at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary.

Devinder Shory will announce an investment to help local residents with disabilities find jobs and to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness

Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:30:00 GMT

Devinder Shory, Member of Parliament for Calgary Northeast, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce an investment to help local residents with disabilities find jobs and to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness.

Harper Government helps to kick-start Canadian entrepreneurial business in Calgary, Alberta

Fri, 15 Feb 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, is pleased to announce that the Government of Canada has awarded a $564,533 contract to IntelliView Technologies Inc. for its pre-qualified innovation through the Canadian Innovation Commercialization Program.

Harper Government helps to kick-start Canadian entrepreneurial businesses

Thu, 14 Feb 2013 17:50:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, will make a local announcement in support of Canadian innovation and the Canadian economy.

Government of Canada Investment Supports Social Enterprise

Wed, 13 Feb 2013 22:00:00 GMT

Through an investment by the federal government, Trico Charitable Foundation will launch a project to help not-for-profit organizations increase the impact of their social enterprises. The Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, made the announcement today.

Governments of Canada and Alberta invest to help Aboriginal youth get jobs

Fri, 08 Feb 2013 18:30:00 GMT

The governments of Canada and Alberta are providing support for youth in Alberta to help them gain the skills, experience and knowledge they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made today by the Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, and the Honourable Robin Campbell, Alberta's Minister of Aboriginal Relations.

The Honourable Laurie Hawn will make an announcement to assist local youth

Thu, 07 Feb 2013 18:30:00 GMT

The Honourable Laurie Hawn, Member of Parliament for Edmonton Centre, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an announcement to assist local youth.

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Calgary get jobs

Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:30:00 GMT

The Government of Canada is providing support for youth in Calgary to help them gain the skills, knowledge and experience they need to enter and succeed in the job market. The announcement was made by the Honourable Diane Ablonczy, Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas and Consular Affairs) and Member of Parliament for Calgary-Nose Hill, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Diane Ablonczy will announce Government of Canada support to City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre to assist local youth

Fri, 01 Feb 2013 19:25:00 GMT

The Honourable Diane Ablonczy, Minister of State of Foreign Affairs (Americas and Consular Affairs) and Member of Parliament for CalgaryNose Hill, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada support to City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre to assist local youth.

Minister Ambrose hosts economic roundtable in Calgary with women business leaders

Tue, 22 Jan 2013 20:25:00 GMT

The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today hosted an economic roundtable with a number of women business leaders in Calgary. This consultation was an opportunity to continue discussing some of the challenges they face, and what matters most to Canadians--jobs and the economy.

The Honourable Alice Wong will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013

Mon, 21 Jan 2013 20:15:00 GMT

The Honourable Alice Wong, Minister of State (Seniors), will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013

Harper Government creates up to 36 000 student jobs

Thu, 10 Jan 2013 16:00:00 GMT

The Harper Government has officially launched Canada Summer Jobs 2013, which will create up to 36 000 job opportunities for students across the country. The Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State (Finance) and Member of Parliament for Macleod, made the announcement today on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Ted Menzies will make an important announcement

Wed, 09 Jan 2013 19:44:00 GMT

The Honourable Ted Menzies, Minister of State (Finance) and Member of Parliament for Macleod, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will make an important announcement.

Knowledge Infrastructure Program Finale

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:30:00 GMT

Thank you to the University of Alberta for hosting us today.

Harper Government Celebrates Knowledge Infrastructure Program Success

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 19:25:00 GMT

Edmonton, Alberta, November 30, 2012-The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology) and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Spruce Grove, today celebrated and officially brought to a close the Knowledge Infrastructure Program (KIP) in a ceremony held at the University of Alberta.

Government of Canada Helps People in Edmonton Who are Homeless or at Risk of Homelessness

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:00:00 GMT

People who are homeless or at risk of homelessness will benefit from improved access to transitional housing thanks to renovations made to the Edmonton YMCA's housing facility as a result of federal funding provided through Homeward Trust Edmonton. The announcement was made by the Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development.

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce Government of Canada funding to help the homeless or those at risk of homelessness in Edmonton

Fri, 30 Nov 2012 15:44:00 GMT

The Honourable Tim Uppal, Minister of State (Democratic Reform) and Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Sherwood Park, on behalf of the Honourable Diane Finley, Minister of Human Resources and Skills Development, will announce Government of Canada funding to help the homeless or those at risk of homelessness in Edmonton.

Minister of State Goodyear and Minister Ambrose Wrap Up Knowledge Infrastructure Program

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 19:15:00 GMT

Event date: November 29, 2012 - The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Member of Parliament for Edmonton¿Spruce Grove, will wrap up the Knowledge Infrastructure Program, a key initiative under Canada's Economic Action Plan, with a finale event at the University of Alberta.

Minister of State Goodyear and Minister Ambrose Wrap Up Knowledge Infrastructure Program

Thu, 29 Nov 2012 19:13:00 GMT

Event date: November 29, 2012 — The Honourable Gary Goodyear, Minister of State (Science and Technology), and the Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Member of Parliament for EdmontonSpruce Grove, will wrap up the Knowledge Infrastructure Program, a key initiative under Canada's Economic Action Plan, with a finale event at the University of Alberta.

Minister of State Bernier Highlights Tourism Accomplishments While in Banff

Fri, 23 Nov 2012 17:40:00 GMT

Banff, Alberta, November 23, 2012-Today, the Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), will recognize the importance of Canada's ski areas and parks to the economy at the 12th annual Association for Mountain Parks Protection and Enjoyment Gala. The theme of this year's event is "Celebrating a Century of the World's Greatest Skiing."

Minister of State Bernier to Visit Banff

Thu, 22 Nov 2012 21:55:00 GMT

Event date: November 23, 2012-The Honourable Maxime Bernier, Minister of State (Small Business and Tourism), will deliver a keynote address at the 12th annual Association for Mountain Parks Protection and Enjoyment Gala in Banff.

Canada News Centre - Alberta

Government of Canada Launches the New seniors.gc.ca

Harper Government Announces Supportto End Violence Against Aboriginal Women and Girls in Northern Alberta

The Honourable Alice Wong will make an announcement that will help seniors and their families

Harper government invests in projects to support Canadian seniors

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce Government of Canada support for the New Horizons for Seniors Program in Alberta and Saskatchewan

Minister of State Bernier Meets With Calgary Entrepreneurs

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Calgary get jobs

Michelle Rempel will make an announcement to assist local youth

Minister of State Bernier to Deliver Keynote Address to Calgary Entrepreneurs

Launch of the Algal Carbon Conversion Pilot Project

LaVar Payne will participate in a celebration to help those who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Medicine Hat

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Medicine Hat get jobs

LaVar Payne will make an announcement to assist local youth

Economic Action Plan 2013: Connecting Canadians with Available Jobs

Harper Government Announces New Personalized Health Research Projects Across Canada (Alberta)

Economic Action Plan 2013: Connecting Canadians with Available Jobs

Dr. Kellie Leitch to highlight skills and training in Economic Action Plan 2013 and make an announcement

Harper Government Supports Canadian Jobs and Industry by Maximizing Military Procurement

Harper Government helps people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness in Edmonton

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce an investment to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness

Harper Government Invests in Research Excellence at Canadian Universities (Alberta)

Harper Government to Make Significant Announcement About Research and Innovation in Canada (Alberta)

Governments of Canada and Alberta support Aboriginal skills development

The Honourable Laurie Hawn will announce Government of Canada support to the Trade Winds to Success Training Society to help local Aboriginal persons enter the job market

MP Brent Rathgeber congratulates the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation for receiving a Prime Minister's Volunteer Award

Brent Rathgeber will participate in a celebration at the Lo-Se-Ca Foundation

Minister Jason Kenney congratulates Randy Fowler for receiving a Prime Minister's Volunteer Award

Government of Canada helps vulnerable people in Calgary

Government of Canada invests to help youth in central Alberta get jobs

The Honourable Jason Kenney will participate in a celebration at the Carriage House Inn in Calgary

Devinder Shory will announce an investment to help local residents with disabilities find jobs and to help people who are homeless or at risk of homelessness

Harper Government helps to kick-start Canadian entrepreneurial business in Calgary, Alberta

Harper Government helps to kick-start Canadian entrepreneurial businesses

Government of Canada Investment Supports Social Enterprise

Governments of Canada and Alberta invest to help Aboriginal youth get jobs

The Honourable Laurie Hawn will make an announcement to assist local youth

Government of Canada invests to help youth in Calgary get jobs

The Honourable Diane Ablonczy will announce Government of Canada support to City of Calgary  Youth Employment Centre to assist local youth

Minister Ambrose hosts economic roundtable in Calgary with women business leaders

The Honourable Alice Wong will be holding a round table with key stakeholders to discuss upcoming priorities for Budget 2013

Harper Government creates up to 36 000 student jobs

The Honourable Ted Menzies will make an important announcement

Knowledge Infrastructure Program Finale

Harper Government Celebrates Knowledge Infrastructure Program Success

Government of Canada Helps People in Edmonton Who are Homeless or at Risk of Homelessness

The Honourable Tim Uppal will announce Government of Canada funding to help the homeless or those at risk of homelessness in Edmonton

Minister of State Goodyear and Minister Ambrose Wrap Up Knowledge Infrastructure Program

Minister of State Goodyear and Minister Ambrose Wrap Up Knowledge Infrastructure Program

Minister of State Bernier Highlights Tourism Accomplishments While in Banff

Minister of State Bernier to Visit Banff

The Honourable Diane Ablonczy will announce Government of Canada support to City of Calgary Youth Employment Centre to assist local youth