Province breaks down barriers to parks access
Albertans with physical disabilities will have five new parks to enjoy with their families this summer, plus a new place to fish in the Castle parks next summer.
View ArticleSylvan Lake park transfer could benefit economy
A proposed transfer of Sylvan Lake Provincial Park to the Town of Sylvan Lake could provide a significant economic boost for the community.
View ArticleSolar energy for Stewardship Centre
Government is supporting energy efficiency at Lethbridge’s Farm Stewardship Centre.
View ArticleAlberta invests $12 million to protect water
The Government of Alberta is safeguarding water resources with nearly $12 million in new multi-year grants for watershed planning and advisory councils and the Alberta Water Council.
View ArticleAlberta invests in land and water conservation
The province is providing nearly $9 million to three non-profit groups to protect ranchlands, river habitats and watersheds in southern Alberta.
View ArticleCastle Parks tourism supported by Budget 2017
Highway paving and new water pipelines are part of nearly $20 million in infrastructure investment for the Castle Provincial Park and neighbouring communities.
View ArticleUniversity of Lethbridge Destination Project on track
The University of Lethbridge Destination Project is on track for completion thanks to government’s continued capital investment in Budget 2017.
View ArticleFishing season sees opening of 12 new lakes
Alberta families will have a dozen new destinations for fishing this year, thanks to the recovery of several lakes and fisheries closed for decades.
View ArticleMunicipal solar savings
Government and municipalities are celebrating the success of the Alberta Municipal Solar Program.
View ArticleLearn about bear safety this weekend in Canmore
Alberta families will have hands-on opportunities to hone their bear spraying technique this weekend at Kananaskis Bear Day.
View ArticleAlberta to bolster Calgary’s flood resilience
The Government of Alberta is investing $13.4 million to help the City of Calgary boost its flood readiness.
View ArticleEfficiency rebates support home improvements
A new Energy Efficiency Alberta program will support homeowners and local Alberta contractors through rebates for insulation, tankless hot water heaters and windows.
View ArticleEarth Day: Minister’s Statement
The Minister of Environment and Parks and Minister responsible for the Climate Change Office, Shannon Phillips, has issued the following statement to mark Earth Day, which takes place each April 22:
View ArticleImproving flood resilience in southeast Alberta
The Government of Alberta is investing $2.1 million to help Medicine Hat and neighbouring communities boost flood readiness.
View ArticleInstant rebates for energy-efficient products
Albertans will save money with instant rebates at stores for energy-efficient home products, with a new retail campaign running April 28 to June 11.
View ArticleCreosote-monitoring plan for Calgary community
The Alberta government is undertaking a five-year, $1.3-million project to continue assessing creosote levels in Calgary’s West Hillhurst community.
View ArticleOnline rebate rounds out new efficiency program
Albertans have a brand new way to save money on smart thermostats, high-efficiency washers and fridges.
View ArticleWhirling disease in Oldman watershed
The Canadian Food Inspection Agency (CFIA) has declared the Oldman River watershed infected with whirling disease.
View ArticleNew online tools help Albertans tap into savings
New web-based tools will help Albertans save hundreds of dollars in their homes by fending off “vampire power” and other common household energy traps.
View ArticleAlberta ups fight against aquatic invasive species
The Alberta government is adding two new inspection stations and 30 new boat inspectors to aid in the ongoing fight against aquatic invasive species.
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