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Premier's Summit on Fairness for Newcomers

4 years ago

Art and Culture

Premier’s Summit on Fairness for Newcomers | Feb 16th

On February 16, the Premier’s Summit on Fairness for Newcomers will bring together immigration stakeholders from across Alberta in-person and…

Canada wears red for women’s heart health on February 13

4 years ago

BIPOC Health

Canada wears red for women’s heart health on February 13

Cities across the country are recognizing February 13 with official proclamations. Historic and popular buildings, landmarks, bridges, signs and storefronts will be…

4 years ago

Art and Culture

Clare’s Law – Reducing Domestic Violence Against Women

On April 1, 2021, Alberta’s version of Clare’s Law came into effect, signifying a shift towards supporting women and victims…

Jacqueline Biollo and her mum | Photocredit Jacqueline Biollo

4 years ago

Art and Culture

In the black | A Column by Jacqueline Biollo, MBA, ICD.D

An important way to honour Black History Month is to recognize the importance of education, raise awareness and act on…

4 years ago

Art and Culture

Keep fire out of your kitchen | February 6 to 12 is Burn Awareness Week

EFRS would like to also remind Edmontonians that smoke alarms save lives. Replace all alarms that are 10 years old…

4 years ago

Art and Culture

New Workforce Partnerships get Albertans back to work

Alberta’s government is funding projects that give Albertans the tools to find good jobs and employers the skilled workers they…

“Feb. 1-7 is Eating Disorders Awareness Week. More than 55,000 Albertans are affected by eating disorders such as anorexia, bulimia and binge eating.

4 years ago

BIPOC

Everyone Has Role To Play |Eating Disorders Awareness Week February 1-7

“There are thousands of women and men in Alberta who have recovered from eating disorders and they provide a shining…

Political Strategist Jacqueline Biollo writes a weekly column for Ladiescorner.ca

4 years ago

Art and Culture

Does Colour Inspire? | Jacqueline Biollo, MBA, ICD.D

Create a positive mindset. I knew I didn’t want to disappoint the event organizer by not respecting the request, so,…

4 years ago

BIPOC

Silence of the Workforce: Immigrant Women’s Employment in Canada

To counter racism, sexism, and the political and economic structures hindering immigrant women in Canada, growing your personal and community…

Kaycee Madu back as Minister of Labour and Immigration

4 years ago

Alberta

Support for Minister Kaycee Madu Grows | Developing Story

"We must not stand by and watch the injustice, disrespect, racism and discrimination continue today in the 21st. Century, to…

Alberta Listens to Albertans on Draft Curriculu

4 years ago

BIPOC

Alberta Listens to Albertans on K-6 Draft Curriculum

The virtual sessions will be held from Jan. 31 to Feb. 28 across all five regions: north, Edmonton and surrounding…

4 years ago

Alberta

Alberta’s Investment in Diverse Community Projects across Alberta

The Community Initiatives Program Project-Based grant stream provides funding to organizations creating opportunities for Albertans to engage with their communities.…