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Recognizing foreign talent

Alberta's government is establishing a new advisory committee that will help improve the province's foreign credential recognition system.

Province-wide — Alberta RCMP conducts traffic enforcement over Canada Day long weekend

Edmonton – This Canada Day long weekend, from June 28 to July 1, your Alberta RCMP removed a total of 101 impaired drivers from our provincial roadways. Of the 101 impaired motorists, 79 drivers received Immediate Roadside Sanction (IRS) FAILs and 22 received IRS WARNs. As well, 1,679 traffic safety violation tickets were issued with 780 motorists being written up for exceeding the speed limit, 31 for distracted driving, and another 34 for the improper use of vehicle safety restraints.

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Expanding economic corridors across the Prairies

Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba are collaborating on economic corridor projects to improve infrastructure, enhance network efficiency and reduce regulatory hurdles.

3x3 basketball a slam dunk in Edmonton

World-class basketball returns to Alberta with Hoop City 3x3, Canada's largest 3x3 basketball event, taking place in Edmonton July 5-7.

Edmonton — Alberta RCMP reminds residents of the 9PM Routine

Alberta summers mean late nights with the sun shining bright, however, it's still important to remember a nightly routine. On average, property crime tends to rise during the summer months. In July 2023, in Alberta RCMP jurisdictions, there were 2,798 reports of Theft Under $5,000. Property crimes are often crimes of opportunity, and maintaining a nightly routine can help deter thefts. The "9PM Routine" is a movement followed by police services around the world, encouraging people to follow a nightly checklist to ensure their property is secured.

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