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Completing a privacy impact assessment : annotated template

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A privacy impact assessment describes how proposed administrative practices or information systems may affect the privacy of the individuals who are the subjects of the information. This template... More ≫

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A privacy impact assessment describes how proposed administrative practices or information systems may affect the privacy of the individuals who are the subjects of the information. This template is intended to assist community-based custodians in completing privacy impact assessments.

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Alberta emergency medical services dispatch review : report to the Government of Alberta

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A review of Alberta’s emergency medical services dispatch system was conducted to identify opportunities to improve the system and provide recommendations on strategies to implement changes with... More ≫

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A review of Alberta’s emergency medical services dispatch system was conducted to identify opportunities to improve the system and provide recommendations on strategies to implement changes with the goal of improving patient outcomes. The review included a comparison of the Alberta Health Services dispatch model with nine comparable systems from other provinces and other countries, as well as internal and external stakeholder engagement. Alberta’s government will be accepting all recommendations and is working on a plan of action to carry them out.

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Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee final report

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures,... More ≫

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The Alberta EMS Provincial Advisory Committee was established on January 24, 2022 to explore issues facing the emergency medical services (EMS) system that may contribute to service pressures, gaps and human resource/workforce challenges. This included: examining ground ambulance, air ambulance and dispatch services; reviewing procedures and policies related to the delivery of EMS services; and identifying current and emerging issues that impact EMS delivery in Alberta. This final report presents the results of the committee's work, and presents over 50 recommendations to enhance the EMS system so that it is strong, sustainable and provides quality care for patients. Alberta’s government will be accepting all recommendations and is working on a plan of action to carry them out.

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Operator COVID-19 support funding : application guidelines for operators

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Guidelines and application for program funding for operators of non-contracted licensed supportive living and both contracted and non-contracted home care, hospices and residential addiction and... More ≫

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Guidelines and application for program funding for operators of non-contracted licensed supportive living and both contracted and non-contracted home care, hospices and residential addiction and mental health treatment centres. This one-time funding is to offset the costs for increased staffing, additional cleaning supplies and personal protective equipment.

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Review of Connect Care, Alberta Netcare and MyHealth Records : final report

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This reports presents the results of an independent third-party review of Connect Care, Netcare, and MyHealth Records. The review included comprehensive engagement to gain insights and... More ≫

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This reports presents the results of an independent third-party review of Connect Care, Netcare, and MyHealth Records. The review included comprehensive engagement to gain insights and perspectives from senior health information management professionals, interested parties and end-users. This report presents the findings of the review and includes 14 recommendations representing opportunities to make proactive decisions to avoid future cost, risk and duplication, and progress towards a suggested future-state model. It includes an implementation roadmap sequenced to enable Alberta to manage and balance the pace of implementation within a fiscally-constrained environment and make informed decisions that will deliver patient-centric care and support Alberta's position as a digital health leader.

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Mass fatality plan

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The Mass Fatality Plan provides guidance to Alberta's municipalities in the development of their emergency management plans, and will act as an operational framework to inform first responder,... More ≫

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The Mass Fatality Plan provides guidance to Alberta's municipalities in the development of their emergency management plans, and will act as an operational framework to inform first responder, municipal, and provincial activity during a mass fatality incident. It also describes the method by which the Office of the Chief Medical Examiner will work with municipal government, law enforcement, provincial government departments, the funeral services industry, the healthcare sector, and other stakeholders in the event of a mass fatality incident in Alberta.

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Alberta Health Services performance review

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This performance review of Alberta Health Services, conducted by Ernst & Young LLP, aims to provide clear answers on how health care dollars are being spent, what improvement opportunities... More ≫

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This performance review of Alberta Health Services, conducted by Ernst & Young LLP, aims to provide clear answers on how health care dollars are being spent, what improvement opportunities exist across AHS when considering leading organizations and systems, and to provide recommendations on how long-term sustainability of the health care system can be achieved. The review approach included hearing directly from Albertans, including patients, staff and physicians working in AHS, as well as from key stakeholder groups including patient advocates, regulatory bodies and associations, municipalities and universities.

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Alberta Air Quality Notification Protocol : what you need to know

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This information sheet provides information on how notification, assessment, and communication of air quality events occur in Alberta. It is also intended to increase public awareness about the... More ≫

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This information sheet provides information on how notification, assessment, and communication of air quality events occur in Alberta. It is also intended to increase public awareness about the Air Quality Notification Protocol and to encourage the public to sign up for Environment Canada’s EC Alert Me and WeatherCAN app, as well as the Government of Alberta’s Air Quality Health Index app.

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Well-being and resiliency : a framework for supporting safe and healthy children and families

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention... More ≫

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The Well-being and Resiliency Framework provides rationale for and describes the ways of working to promote well-being and resiliency in Alberta. It defines the key elements of the prevention continuum of services, identifies desired outcomes, supports decision-making on funding and service delivery and promotes an understanding of how trauma impacts development. The framework captures emerging research and leading practices and reflects the cultural diversity of Alberta. It also incorporates Indigenous perspectives on well-being and resiliency. The framework offers an interconnected perspective by sharing insights about how well-being and resiliency are promoted from both western and Indigenous worldviews.

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Well-being and resiliency : evaluation framework

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports... More ≫

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The Evaluation Framework describes the desired results of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework and outlines ways to monitor progress towards and understand meaning of outcomes. It supports provincial implementation of the Well-being and Resiliency Framework by serving as a platform for ongoing monitoring, adaptation and continuous improvement. The Evaluation Framework will ensure the desired outcomes identified in the Well-being and Resiliency Framework are clearly articulated to be specific, measurable, reasonably achievable, relevant and timely. The Evaluation Framework includes indicators and measures for the defined continuum of services; processes to measure and report on outcomes and effectiveness of wellbeing and resilience programs provincially; and supports regular reporting on the achievement of the overarching outcome of helping children and youth be safe and reach their full potential.

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