Seven individuals from Alberta have been found guilty of 41 counts under the province’s Wildlife Act for illegal trafficking big game, birds of prey and illegal guiding. The extensive investigation spanned Alberta, Ontario and Washington State.
In 2003, enforcement staff in southern and central Alberta received tips from the public about big game and birds of prey being illegally harvested and sold. Undercover operations exposed a network of individuals killing and selling birds of prey, along with elk, moose and deer. In addition, one individual was guiding without authorization.
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A former outfitter-guide has pleaded guilty to hunting without a licence and unlawful possession of wildlife. Under the creative sentencing provisions of the Wildlife Act, he is prohibited from being an outfitter-guide for two years and will have certain reporting requirements for an additional three years. In addition, his hunting licence is suspended for two years, and he must pay a $55,200 fine within six months, or face 10 months in jail.
The guilty pleas were part of a plea agreement that resulted in several other charges being withdrawn.
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For those of Ukrainian background, and those who wish they were, the Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village presents a feast of cultural delights on Ukrainian Day, Sunday, August 8.
Co-hosted by the Ukrainian Canadian Congress - Alberta Provincial Council, Ukrainian Day starts with a pancake breakfast, followed by divine liturgies, memorial services, pioneer centenary celebrations and the ‘Taste of Ukraine’ food fair. An afternoon concert features soprano Stephania Romaniuk, the Kupalo Ukrainian Dance Ensemble, the Diamonds Band and more.
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There are more Chinese restaurants in North America than all fast food outlets combined. They are iconic institutions on the prairie landscape. Yet, no one has investigated these institutions and their place in Alberta history - until now.
The Royal Alberta Museum’s Curator of Cultural Communities, K. Linda Tzang, wants to hear from Albertans who have connections to the thousands of Chinese restaurants, both past and present, which operated in every corner of the province. She wants to reach out to people who have stories and objects that they are willing to share in a new travelling exhibition being developed by the museum.
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Changes are in the works for Alberta Occupational Health and Safety, including compliance and enforcement, planning and education.
Beginning today and through to the end of the year, Thomas Lukaszuk, Minister of Employment and Immigration, will implement ten initiatives that will ensure Albertans can continue to have confidence in the health and safety of their workplaces, and address recommendations from the Office of the Auditor General.
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A fire ban is now in place at Dunvegan Provincial Park due to dry conditions. The ban is effective immediately and until further notice.
This fire ban prohibits the use of all wood, briquette and propane/natural gas fires, including those contained in designated fire facilities and portable fire pits. Gas and propane stoves and BBQs, when approved for cooking, are allowed.
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The Alberta government has charged Calgary-based internet sales company GreatCarsandTrucks.com for misleading consumers about its services and refund guarantee.
“Alberta’s Fair Trading Act makes it illegal for businesses to deceive consumers,” said Heather Klimchuk, Minister of Service Alberta, responsible for consumer protection. “There can be serious consequences for companies that refuse to follow the rules, including stiff fines and even jail time.”
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The new Grande Prairie bypass will open to traffic on the afternoon of July 30, providing an alternate route for traffic and helping to reduce congestion in the city.
“Investing in our provincial highway network supports thousands of jobs today, lays the foundation for future economic growth, and supports our communities,” said Luke Ouellette, Minister of Transportation. “The new bypass will improve traffic flow in Grande Prairie and provide an important transportation and economic link for the region.”
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The new Slave Lake Government Centre and Library is officially open, providing residents in the growing community with improved, one-stop access to government services.
“This is a building that works,” said Ray Danyluk, Minister of Infrastructure. “The Slave Lake Government Centre and Library is a first-class, well planned, sustainable building that will support the people who use it and work there by enabling efficient delivery of key services.”
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Two key paving projects will improve driving on Deerfoot Trail in Calgary. Motorists can expect nighttime lane closures and speed reductions to accommodate the paving work.
On Aug. 3, Lafarge Canada Inc. will begin paving 23 kms of Deerfoot Trail between 17 Ave. SE and the Ivor Strong Bridge near Anderson Road. The contractor will first pave the southbound lanes beginning at 17 Ave. SE and then move to the northbound lanes upon reaching the Ivor Strong Bridge. The work will be done between 7 p.m. and 5 a.m. daily to minimize traffic disruptions. At least one lane will be open to traffic at all times and the speed limit will be reduced to 80 km/h through the construction zone. Interchange ramps and loops may also be closed in and around the construction zone on a nightly basis.
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The severe storm that passed through Calgary on July 26 caused damage to the beach and security fencing at the Sikome Lake Aquatic Facility at Fish Creek Provincial Park. Throughout the park, nearly 200 trees were damaged.
To ensure public safety, Sikome Lake will be closed to the public until clean up and repairs are completed. With the lake and beach covered in leaves, the water treatment plant has been shut down and cannot be restarted until the leaves have been removed from the water. The clean-up work is expected to take two weeks.
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Over the last two weeks, firefighters have been busy working to extinguish more than 200 lightning-caused wildfires in the province’s forests. Despite the sharp increase in the number of new wildfires, crews have managed to contain them all.
The Marguerite River Wildfire, located approximately 80 km northeast of Fort McMurray near Suncor’s Firebag oil sands operation, is now classified as being held. The 3,300-hectare wildfire poses no threat to Suncor’s facility. There are approximately 50 firefighters, five helicopters and various pieces of heavy equipment working to completely extinguish the wildfire.
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The Government of Alberta has issued an enforcement order to IKO Industries Ltd., a Calgary-based building products manufacturer, for using groundwater from a shallow water well without proper authorization.
In September 2006, Alberta Environment informed the company that it required a licence to divert and use water from the well at its plant site. Since then, the company has continued to use water from the well without the necessary authorization.
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