Alberta government and auditor at odds over lawyer involvement in health probe

The Alberta government and its auditor general are at odds over the province’s decision to bring lawyers directly into the investigation surrounding multimillion-dollar health contracts.

The issue arose after the Opposition NDP revealed a leaked email this week from Alberta Health that directs public servants to contact a lawyer to co-ordinate if auditor general Doug Wylie requests an interview as part of his investigation.

Poilievre promises tougher ethics rules, takes aim at Carney's assets

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre is promising to tighten financial transparency rules for elected officials — and is using that promise to take aim at Liberal Leader Mark Carney.

Poilievre told a press conference in Ottawa on Sunday that if his party forms government, he'll ban what he calls "shadow lobbying."

Watch for temporary road closure in Olds Monday

ATCO Energy will be completing work on behalf of CP Rail along 50 Avenue, in Olds.

This work will affect the northbound lane of 50 Avenue, North of HWY 27.

Construction will begin at around 8 am and should be completed by about 4:30 pm. 

The northbound lane will be closed during this time. Flaggers will be on site to guide traffic through the area.

 

Central Alberta educators seek to better understand cerebral visual impairments in students

Educators from several Central Alberta school divisions gathered in Lacombe on March 18, for a professional development session aimed at helping teachers better understand and support students with cerebral visual impairments (CVI). 

The brain-based visual processing disorder affects how the brain interprets what the eyes see. Students with CVI often struggle with visual perception, especially in busy or unfamiliar environments. 

Poilievre pledges veterans' supports; Carney offers cheaper access to parks, museums

Conservative Leader Pierre Poilievre promised to cut red tape and step up support for veterans Saturday, while Liberal Leader Mark Carney pledged to make visiting national parks and museums more affordable for Canadian families.

Poilievre unveiled his party's plan for veterans during a press conference in Nepean, the suburban Ottawa community that contains the neighbouring ridings where he and Carney are running. 

Carney did not have any public events scheduled. NDP Leader Jagmeet Singh's itinerary shows he will hold an evening event in Timmins, Ont.

Heading to the mountains? Watch for snowfall warning

If you are planning on heading to the mountains, or areas to the Southwest of Alberta, watch for snowfall and slippery road conditions.

Just after 11 am, Saturday, April 12th, Environment Canada issued a Snowfall warning.

Heavy snowfall is expected in portions of the Rockies today and tonight, with local accumulations of 10 to 20 cm.

Snowfall amounts will be variable, but snow may accumulate rapidly over some locations, particularly over higher terrain.

Penhold teacher nominated for Edwin Parr Award

Chinook’s Edge School Division has nominated Penhold Elementary School teacher, Clancy Pennock for the 2024-25 Edwin Parr Award.  

“I am incredibly honoured to be nominated for this award,” said Pennock. “I truly believe it was a collaborative effort. I appreciate learning alongside so many incredible teachers. My grade team and the rest of the staff have been everything for me. They have helped me through everything.”  

Red Deer Arts Council presenting 'Memories' on till June 2nd

Red Deer Arts Council is presenting Memories by the Lettering Arts Guild on display in the Community Gallery until June 2nd.

This special exhibition, “Memories”, showcases the calligraphy and artwork of the Lettering Arts Guild of Red Deer. This unique collection brings together members of the Lettering Arts Guild together, each exploring the theme of memories through their own personal style and chosen media.

Alberta bill targets metal theft with ticket powers, VIN tracking

Under legislation proposed by the provincial government, police in Alberta would be able to issue tickets for scrap metal violations and require sellers to provide proof of ownership for catalytic converters.

The amendments to the Scrap Metal Dealers and Recyclers Identification Act would expand sales tracking requirements, let officers lay charges through violation tickets, and give justices of the peace authority to handle certain offences in traffic court.