Provincial News
$2.5M Raised Through Support Our Troops
The province launched its Support Our Troops program in 2014 and Albertans have responded strongly – purchasing nearly 45,000 plates since then. This public support has resulted in almost $2.5 million raised for Support Our Troops. The Canadian Armed Forces official charitable cause is operated by Canadian Forces Morale and Welfare Services. Support Our Troops…
Read MoreAg and Food Sector: Top 3 Disruptors
Climate change, protectionism and automation are three forces Bloomberg identifies as major disruptors to the global economic outlook. They’re also among the biggest trends for Canadian agri-food supply chains to watch in 2020. With the potential to both promote and inhibit growth, these forces will shift the profitability of Canadian businesses. Climate change and protectionism shift ag…
Read MoreAlberta Farm Animal Care Awards Nominations Now Open!
The Alberta Farm Animal Care Awards of Distinction were initiated in 2001 to recognize individuals or groups who have made exceptional contributions in the field of livestock welfare. They apply new, innovative ideas and management practices to improve and ensure high standards of animal well being. They understand the public’s need for assurance that farm…
Read MoreMLA’s Returning to Legislature on Feb. 25
Alberta’s MLAs will return to the Legislature for a Speech from the Throne which will outline the government’s legislative agenda for the year ahead. We will be watching to see what the government lays out as their priorities and will ensure that we advocate for on the policies that have been brought forward by our…
Read MoreHave Your Say: Budget Consultation 2020
The provincial government is budget consultations to hear from Albertans for the Budget 2020. Join Finance Minister Travis Toews on a telephone town hall to share your thoughts on how to get Alberta’s finance back on track. Northern Alberta (north of Red Deer) – Monday, January 27 from 6:30 to 8 pm Southern Alberta (including…
Read MoreGive Your Feedback on Agriculture Research
The government is holding engagement sessions and launching an online survey to gather feedback about the future of agriculture research in Alberta. Find out more information and fill out the survey today! The survey takes approximately 15 minutes of your time and will be available to Albertans until January 31, 2020.
Read MoreOHS Online Resource Portal
The OHS Online Resource Portal has a new look and feel with improved navigation and search capabilities. Quickly find the resources you need or browse topics to help guide you through OHS legislative requirements. New and updated information includes: Health and safety committees and representatives (new) Mandatory health and safety committee and representative training Occupational…
Read MoreNew Rules for Workplace Health and Safety
Requirements and training for workplace health and safety committees (HSC) and representatives (HS representative). Rather than being committees or representatives required at each worksite, HSC and HS representatives will be required for each employer regardless of how many sites the employer operates. Also, while government-approved training is still mandatory for work site health and safety…
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