Alberta government launches financial aid due to teachers' strike
The Alberta government has announced financial assistance for parents during the teachers' strike. Find out who is eligible for payments, how to apply through Alberta.ca, and when to expect transfers.
Canada Strong Pass is back: what it means for Canadians and visitors to the country
The Canadian government is reviving the Canada Strong Pass program, which offers free admission to national parks and museums, discounts on rail travel, and cultural attractions. The program will run until December 2025, encouraging Canadians to travel more and discover their country.
Canada slows down processing of immigration applications – IRCC determines who will be considered first
The Canadian Immigration Ministry (IRCC) has announced its plan for 2025: only key programs — CEC, FSWP, Express Entry, and Community Pilots — will be fully processed. Other streams, including Start-Up Visa and Caregiver, are expected to experience significant delays.
A new branch of Meest Canada has opened in Calgary – the company is expanding its support for the Ukrainian community
A new Meest Canada branch has opened in Calgary. The company is expanding its services for Ukrainians, offering parcel delivery, money transfers, and promotional programs to support the community in Alberta.
Over 700,000 children left without classes: teachers' strike begins in Alberta
A large-scale teachers' strike has begun in Alberta — more than 50,000 teachers have stopped working, and classes in schools have been temporarily suspended. Educators are demanding higher salaries and better working conditions, while the government is calling for a return to negotiations.
$15 an hour: why Alberta has the lowest minimum wage
The minimum wage in Alberta remains at $15/hour, while other Canadian provinces are raising their rates. Why isn't the government changing the minimum wage, and what does this mean for workers?
In Canada, postal workers have declared a nationwide strike
A nationwide postal strike has begun in Canada. Why are Canada Post employees protesting, and what consequences await citizens and businesses
Alberta launches digital Alberta Wallet and mobile health card
Alberta launched the Alberta Wallet app, which was the first to feature a digital health card. This service is unique to Canada and simplifies access to government documents
Driver's licenses in Alberta will have a citizenship indicator
Alberta may become the first province in Canada to include citizenship status on driver's licenses. The government is developing legislative changes to simplify identification and reduce bureaucracy.