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What is census? Census is an official survey pf a population, including details of individuals in a nation In Canada, census is done every 5 years. The very first census conducted in Canada was in 1666. Why is census important? Information collected is converted into statistics used by communities, businesses and governments to plan services and make informed decisions about …
As part of Alberta’s Natural Gas Vision and Strategy, the proposed Circular Plastics Economy Model aims to reduce waste in our landfills, diversify our economy, and create more jobs. What is a Circular Plastics Economy? It is an economy where materials are reused, recycled and remanufactured the full value of materials is realized across multiple lifecycles Under this type of …
The Occupational Health and Safety Code (OHS Code) ensures Alberta workplaces stay safe and healthy. The OHS Code is being updated through the OHS Code review 2020-23 to keep pace with technological advances and new practices in modern workplaces align with recent changes to the Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHS Act) that will come into effect in fall 2021 …
The Plus 15 network in downtown Calgary includes 86 bridges and over 16 km of elevated walkways that connect office towers downtown, protect pedestrians from the weather, provide more direct connections between buildings. You will find the Plus 15 network especially helpful during the winter months, as you don’t have to expose yourself to extreme cold temperatures! But Plus 15 …
Are you a newcomer to the City of Calgary? Or maybe you have already become a Canadian citizen, but you have an immigrant background? Do you want to get more involved in your communities? Do you want to learn more about municipal selections in the fall of 2021? Do you have concerns that you want heard by the City’s elected …
The Calgary Local Immigration Partnership has recently launched the CLIP 2021 Newcomer Survey. Did you and your family relocate to Canada within the past 5 years? You are invited to share your experience of making Calgary your new home! To complete the survey, you must be: 18 years of age or older; A resident of Calgary; Born outside of Canada; …
Budget 2021 prepares Alberta for a strong economic recovery with investments to diversify the post-pandemic economy. The budget invests $1.5 billion in Alberta’s Recovery Plan which: builds on the province’s existing strengths in energy, agriculture, forestry and more. encourages diversification in technology and innovation, and pharmaceuticals and life sciences. Budget 2021 continues to provide critical social supports for children, families, …
Students are important partners in Alberta’s education system and student voices should play a role in shaping it. The Minister’s Youth Council gives students opportunities to share input and perspectives on provincial programs and initiatives. The Minister’s Youth Council is now seeking 40 members for the 2021-22 school year. Youth council members will share diverse perspectives with the minister build …
If you live in Alberta, you are now invited by the Alberta government to provide feedback on the province’s facility-based continuing care system. Why? Because the government wants to review long-term care and designated supportive living; gather input to help improve access; provide seniors and people with disabilities with the highest quality of care and services available. Now you can …
On November 27, 2020, the Government of Canada launched the LGBTQ2 survey, which is Step One towards the first federal LGBTQ1 Action Plan helps the government better understand the daily experiences of LGBTQ2 people helps advance equity and improve the lives of the LGBTQ2 communities Want to have your say in the LGBTQ2 Action Plan? Participate in the survey today! …
