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Workers' Compensation Act

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The Workers' Compensation Act creates the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) as a corporation and grants it authority to administer a system of workplace injury insurance for the workers and... More ≫

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The Workers' Compensation Act creates the Workers' Compensation Board (WCB) as a corporation and grants it authority to administer a system of workplace injury insurance for the workers and employers of the province of Alberta. The organization compensates injured workers for lost income, health care and other costs associated with a work-related injury through an employer funded model.

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Alberta Aids to Daily Living and Extended Health Benefits Regulation

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This Regulation establishes that the Minister may provide a health aid and extended health benefits to a resident of Alberta in certain circumstances, prescribes the matters in which the Minister... More ≫

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This Regulation establishes that the Minister may provide a health aid and extended health benefits to a resident of Alberta in certain circumstances, prescribes the matters in which the Minister may designate, appoint an authorizer, and establish appeal panels.

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Tobacco, Smoking and Vaping Reduction Act

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This Act establishes a number of measures to protect Albertans from the harms of tobacco, second-hand smoke, and vaping (particularly among youth).

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Protection for Persons in Care Regulation

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This Regulation sets out designated service providers, along with decisions and actions that do not constitute abuse under the Protection for Persons in Care Act.

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Seniors Benefit Act General Regulation

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Establishes the benefit year income thresholds for the Alberta Seniors Benefit (ASB) program and Special Needs Assistance for Seniors (SNA) program. This Regulation is the common responsibility of... More ≫

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Establishes the benefit year income thresholds for the Alberta Seniors Benefit (ASB) program and Special Needs Assistance for Seniors (SNA) program. This Regulation is the common responsibility of the Ministry of Seniors, Community and Social Services and the Ministry of Health.

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Opioid Damages and Health Care Costs Recovery Act

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The Act gives Alberta a direct and distinct cause of action against manufacturers and wholesalers of opioid products to recover the cost of health care benefits caused or contributed to by an... More ≫

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The Act gives Alberta a direct and distinct cause of action against manufacturers and wholesalers of opioid products to recover the cost of health care benefits caused or contributed to by an opioid-related wrong. The Act allows for the Crown to recover the cost of health care benefits incurred with respect to particular individual insured persons or on an aggregate basis, with respect to a population of insured persons. The Act governs other matters related to such an action, including: the type of evidence that is admissible to establish causation and quantify damages or the cost of health care benefits; joint and several liability of manufacturers and wholesalers and their respective directors and officers; limitation periods; and the retroactive effect of the Act.

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Protection for Persons in Care Act

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This Act provides safeguards against abuse for adults receiving services from publicly-funded care agencies. The Act creates a duty to report abuse.

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Hospitalization Benefits Regulation

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This Regulation regulates a variety of matters relating to the management of finances, payments and costs including the registration of persons who are not registered with the Minister,... More ≫

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This Regulation regulates a variety of matters relating to the management of finances, payments and costs including the registration of persons who are not registered with the Minister, establishes certain goods and services as insured services under the Act, various charges, grants, payments to hospitals, payment for out-of-province hospitalization, hospital capital projects, and offenses.

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Continuing Care Act

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The Continuing Care Act regulates the full spectrum of continuing care services and settings in Alberta, including continuing care homes, supportive living accommodations, and home and community... More ≫

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The Continuing Care Act regulates the full spectrum of continuing care services and settings in Alberta, including continuing care homes, supportive living accommodations, and home and community care. The Act establishes authority and oversight for licensing, accommodations, and the delivery of publicly funded health care in the continuing care system. It includes requirements for licensing, compliance and enforcement actions, and appeals. The Act repeals the Nursing Homes Act, Supportive Living Accommodation Licensing Act, Long Term Care Information Act, and Resident and Family Councils Act.

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COVID-19 Related Measures Act

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This Act provides civil liability protection, retroactive to March 1, 2020, that is specific to exposure or transmission of COVID-19. This liability protection applies to those acting in good... More ≫

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This Act provides civil liability protection, retroactive to March 1, 2020, that is specific to exposure or transmission of COVID-19. This liability protection applies to those acting in good faith, following COVID-19 public health orders, guidance and legislation, and who are not grossly negligent.

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