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Housing market notes

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The Housing Market Notes contain analysis of the latest housing market data for Alberta, released quarterly, with data from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Canada Mortgage and Housing... More ≫

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The Housing Market Notes contain analysis of the latest housing market data for Alberta, released quarterly, with data from the Canadian Real Estate Association, Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation, and Statistics Canada.

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Accessibility design guide 2024

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current... More ≫

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This resource was developed to assist designers, builders and other users of the Alberta building code, also referenced as the NBC(AE), to meet and possibly exceed – within reason - the current minimum accessibility design standards and practices. The resource explains the intents and objectives of each section of the code, as it relates to accessibility requirements, and recommend best practices where accessibility and safety are concerns to seniors and persons with disabilities.

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Tips on selecting an OHS consultant : OHS information for employers

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Tip sheet for employers when considering hiring an occupational health and safety consultant.

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Tourism levy – Registered online brokers

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As of October 1, 2024, all online brokers that facilitate short-term accommodation transactions in Alberta – either between operators or accommodation hosts and purchasers – are required to... More ≫

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As of October 1, 2024, all online brokers that facilitate short-term accommodation transactions in Alberta – either between operators or accommodation hosts and purchasers – are required to register with TRA. Online brokers are only required to collect and remit the tourism levy for purchases of accommodation for which the online broker collects payment.

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Guide to OHS : supervisors

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of a workplace supervisor in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation... More ≫

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of a workplace supervisor in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation related to occupational health and safety and describes the responsibilities of the worker, employer and the provincial government, as well as those of the supervisor, in ensuring a healthy and safe workplace. It also looks at non-compliance and explains what steps can be taken if supervisors or other work site parties don't comply with the law.

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Alberta small business profile

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The Alberta Small Business Profile 2024 details the importance of small business to Alberta's economy, using facts and statistics about small businesses in Alberta. Context is provided through... More ≫

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The Alberta Small Business Profile 2024 details the importance of small business to Alberta's economy, using facts and statistics about small businesses in Alberta. Context is provided through comparisons with other Canadian provinces, and through industry and regional breakdowns within Alberta. This publication serves as a helpful tool for businesses leaders, policy makers, entrepreneurs and all Albertans, providing a means the monitor the competitiveness of Alberta's small business and the entrepreneurial environment.

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Guide to OHS : employers [2023 to current]

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of employers in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation related to... More ≫

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This guide introduces Alberta's occupational health and safety laws and the role of employers in ensuring health and safety at the work site. It discusses provincial legislation related to occupational health and safety and describes the responsibilities of the worker, supervisors and the provincial government, as well as those of the employer, in ensuring a healthy and safe workplace. It also looks at non-compliance and explains what steps can be taken if supervisors or other work site parties don't comply with the law.

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STANDATA variance : building [National Building Code–2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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STANDATA interpretation : building [National Building Code-2023 Alberta Edition]

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the... More ≫

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The following STANDATA were issued under the National Building Code–2023 Alberta edition. STANDATA, which include province-wide variances and interpretations, are specific to the version of the Code that they were issued under. Once a new Code comes into effect, all existing STANDATA are deemed to be obsolete and cannot be used for new construction. They are, however, still valid for evaluating code compliance of existing structures by fire services, insurance companies and by building inspectors in consideration of renovations and retrofits.

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Superintendent of Insurance : enforcement activities

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To protect consumers and enhance public confidence in insurance, the Alberta Superintendent of Insurance monitors, investigates and takes appropriate regulatory action when there is non-compliance... More ≫

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To protect consumers and enhance public confidence in insurance, the Alberta Superintendent of Insurance monitors, investigates and takes appropriate regulatory action when there is non-compliance with the Insurance Act and Regulations. Regulatory action includes administrative penalties, cease and desist orders, compliance undertakings and court prosecutions. In all cases involving regulatory action, there will be public notification on the Government of Alberta website at http://insurance.alberta.ca/bulletins. This document contains enforcement activities undertaken by the Alberta Superintendent of Insurance and is updated to add new information as necessary.

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