Gas prices rise as Alberta resumes fuel tax
Gas pump The province of Alberta is resuming their fuel surcharge. After a nearly two-year break, Alberta is again collecting tax on the price of gas. As of Monday, January 1st, there is a nine-cent tax on every liter of gas sold in the province. The amount of tax charged is linked to the price of West Texas Intermediate Crude. As oil prices drop, the fuel surcharge goes up. Alberta…
Federal government injecting over $1 billion in funding for Alberta healthcare
Physician and patient. Image via https://www.albertahealthservices.ca/info/page13253.aspx The Federal Government is handing out $1.06 billion for healthcare in Alberta. The money is intended to help stabilize Alberta’s primary care over the next three years. At a joint news conference in Calgary,…
Three charities receive donations from Regimental Ball
Cheque Presentation to Pastew Place Detox The Wood Buffalo RCMP is handing out money to three local community organizations. At the November 24, 2023, Regimental Ball, guests gathered to raise $4,750 for local not-for-profits. The money is being divided between…
AHS warns of dangers of button batteries
Button Batteries. CC license, Wikimedia Commons. With Christmas fast approaching, Alberta Health Services (AHS) is reminding Albertans about the dangers of button batteries. These small circular batteries are often found in toys and electronics, and they pose a risk to…
Regional Emergency Services urges residents to watch out for thin ice
Thin Ice. Image by Jonathan Kington via Wikimedia Commons The Regional Municipality of Wood Buffalo (RMWB) is advising everyone to look out for thin ice. With Fort McMurray Wood Buffalo experiencing unseasonably warm weather and little snow, Regional Emergency Services…