Alberta government news releases today
The Government of Alberta publishes every ministry’s news releases, statements and media advisories through a single newsroom on Alberta.ca. Releases are issued in Mountain time, and the busiest windows are mid-morning and early afternoon on sitting days and around Cabinet announcements.
Below are the latest Alberta government news releases that Government Radar has collected, tagged by topic, each linking to the original on Alberta.ca. If you work an Alberta file, these are the announcements you would otherwise be refreshing alberta.ca for.
Latest Alberta releases
- Cracking down on illegal dumping
Alberta’s government is cracking down on illegal dumping and high-risk waste facilities to protect communities, private property and the environment.
- More time to get your $100 rebate
Albertans now have one more month to apply for their $100 Alberta Energy Rebate to get more money back in their pockets.
- National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
Minister of Indigenous Relations Rajan Sawhney issued the following statement on National Day for Truth and Reconciliation:
- Enhancing addiction pre-treatment in Edmonton
Alberta’s government is investing in new pre-treatment beds in Edmonton to bridge the gap between detox and treatment for people pursuing recovery from addiction.
- Strengthening specialized care in southern Alberta
Alberta’s government and partners are investing $71 million to open Calgary’s first cyclotron facility, expanding access to diagnostic imaging and cancer care.
- Collegiate schools open doors for more students | Des écoles collégiales ouvrent leurs portes à plus d’élèves
Back to school this year means more teachers, more schools, more supports and more career pathways for Alberta students.
- New francophone school campus breaks ground | Un nouveau campus scolaire francophone franchit une étape importante avec le début des travaux
Alberta’s government has broken ground on a new shared francophone school facility in Edmonton that will house two distinct high schools: one public and one Catholic.
- Fortifying North American agriculture partnerships | Renforcer les partenariats agricoles en Amérique du Nord
The 35th annual Tri-National Agricultural Accord will bring senior leaders from North America together in Calgary, Alberta.
- Alberta and Canada advance high-speed rail plan
Alberta’s plans for high-speed rail between Calgary and Edmonton are moving forward, with the federal government supporting the province’s efforts to advance the project.
- Apprenticeship Day: Minister McDougall
Minister of Advanced Education Myles McDougall issued the following statement on Apprenticeship Day:
- Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day: Minister Ellis
Minister of Public Safety and Emergency Services Mike Ellis issued the following statement on Police and Peace Officers’ Memorial Day:
- Strengthening school emergency preparedness
Alberta is strengthening school safety with new standards to help schools prevent, prepare for and respond to emergencies.
- Strengthening North American trade relationships
Minister of Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Joseph Schow will travel to Mexico and Texas to showcase Alberta’s competitive advantage and partnership opportunities.
- Promoting Alberta’s iGaming market
Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction Minister Dale Nally will visit Las Vegas to showcase Alberta’s regulated iGaming market and strengthen industry partnerships.
- Laying the groundwork for public safety training
Alberta's government is investing $38.5 million to build the infrastructure to support Beaumont’s proposed Alberta Motor Transport Association safety campus.
- Developing talent for Alberta's life sciences sector
Alberta is helping graduates gain real-world experience and support innovation through Genome Alberta's work placements.
- Orders in Council
Orders Approved – September 24, 2026
- Provincial Hunting Day: Minister Loewen
Minister of Forestry and Parks Todd Loewen issued the following statement on Provincial Hunting Day:
- Strengthening Alberta’s courts
Appointments to the Court of King’s Bench of Alberta and the Alberta Court of Justice will increase court capacity and support public safety across the province.
- Helping Albertans affected by gambling addiction
Albertans experiencing gambling addiction now have access to enhanced specialized treatment and recovery services.
- Building a healthier Alberta
Alberta’s government is investing $14 million to support sport and recreation infrastructure projects throughout the province.
- Students invited to join focus group
Current post-secondary students and recent graduates of Alberta post-secondary institutions are invited to express interest in participating in a student focus group.
- Update on fatal shooting involving Edmonton Police Service
The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is continuing its investigation of a fatal shooting at a home in west Edmonton.
- Connecting Albertans to meaningful employment
WorkFirst, Alberta’s new online Talent Exchange, opens doors for qualified job seekers while helping employers find the talent they need.
- Mental health funding for First Nations students
Back to school this year means back to more teachers, schools and mental health supports for First Nations students.
- Keeping the value of Alberta's ideas at home
Alberta’s new Intellectual Property Framework will help turn Alberta-made ideas, research and inventions into companies, jobs and lasting economic value at home.
- Levelling up local business for global success
Alberta’s government is investing $1.1 million in a new program to help Alberta businesses expand into international markets, grow their exports and create jobs at home.
- More career education and financial literacy
With a focus on career planning and financial literacy, new curriculum being field tested this school year will help prepare students for success in their future jobs.
- Update on ASIRT investigation in Yukon
The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team (ASIRT) is investigating an allegation of excessive force involving an RCMP officer in Whitehorse, Yukon.
- Suspending fuel tax for savings at the pump
Starting Oct. 1, Albertans will save the full 13 cents per litre provincial fuel tax at the pump as global uncertainty pushes energy prices higher.
- Alberta’s top trades talent on the world stage
Alberta's largest-ever Team Canada contingent will showcase the province's skilled trades talent at WorldSkills Shanghai 2026.
- Consent Awareness Week: Joint Statement
Minister of Advanced Education Myles McDougall and Minister of Arts, Culture and Status of Women Tanya Fir issued the following statements on Consent Awareness Week:
- New health centre on the way for Airdrie
Alberta’s government is partnering with Covenant Health to develop a new health centre, bringing more care and health services to Airdrie.
- National Forest Week
Minister of Forestry and Parks Todd Loewen issued the following statement on National Forest Week:
- Taking Alberta’s energy story to New York
Minister of Environment and Protected Areas Grant Hunter will promote Alberta’s approach to responsible energy development and emissions reduction in New York City.
- Yom Kippur: Statement from Associate Minister Yaseen
Associate Minister of Multiculturalism Muhammad Yaseen issued the following statement on Yom Kippur:
- Boosting energy partnerships in the U.K.
Energy and Minerals Minister Brian Jean is travelling to London to advance carbon capture development and grow energy partnerships.
- Orders in Council
Orders Approved – September 17, 2026
- A step toward all-season fun for Lady MacDonald
Lady MacDonald has been designated as an All-Season Resort Area, creating opportunities for accessible year-round fun.
- Update on fatal shooting in south Calgary
In the early morning of Aug. 26, 2026 Calgary Police Service officers responded to a call from a woman who was in distress and said she was armed and planning to harm herself. The…
Headlines and excerpts come from Government of Alberta. Each links to the original release on the official site. Topic tags are assigned by Government Radar.
Monitoring Alberta: what to know
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- Older releases are searchable at alberta.ca/announcements.cfm.
- Open consultations are on the public engagement search. Filter Status to “Open”. Many stakeholder engagements are never announced by news release.
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