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What we heard : Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act review

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The report summarizes input received from the Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act 2019 review engagement, involving close to 10,000 people attending consultation meetings or completing an online... More ≫

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The report summarizes input received from the Tobacco and Smoking Reduction Act 2019 review engagement, involving close to 10,000 people attending consultation meetings or completing an online public survey.

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Health Professions Act handbook

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This guide to the Health Professions Act provides an overview of key features of the legislation for regulated health care professionals, employers and others. Examples of topics covered include... More ≫

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This guide to the Health Professions Act provides an overview of key features of the legislation for regulated health care professionals, employers and others. Examples of topics covered include the role of regulatory colleges, registration as a health professional, access to information, the complaints process, and continuing competency programs.

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Rabies prevention and control manual : guidance for public health and veterinary professionals

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This manual has been developed through a partnership between Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch – Alberta Region, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry,... More ≫

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This manual has been developed through a partnership between Alberta Health, Alberta Health Services, the First Nations and Inuit Health Branch – Alberta Region, Alberta Agriculture and Forestry, and Alberta Environment and Parks to provide guidance to public health and veterinary professionals in Alberta about rabies prevention and control.

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Pool standards, July 2014 (amended January 2018)

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The Pool Standards set specific technical standards pertaining to water quality and facility operations required under the Public Swimming Pools Regulation. The Standards set requirements for... More ≫

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The Pool Standards set specific technical standards pertaining to water quality and facility operations required under the Public Swimming Pools Regulation. The Standards set requirements for operator education, recirculation, water chemistry and microbiology, water quality monitoring, anti-entrapment, policies and plans related to pool safety and supervision, public education, water quality incident response and general sanitation. Also included are a protocol for management of contaminated public swimming pool water and the calculations for maximum bather load and flow rates through anti-entrapment suction outlets.

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Standards for artificial tanning facility signage

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The Standards outlined in this resource establish the required content and dimensions for signage mandated in facilities that offer ultraviolet artificial tanning in Alberta.

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Pool standards, July 2014 (amended 2017)

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The Pool Standards, which are under the Public Swimming Pools Regulation, set out technical requirements for the operation and maintenance of public swimming pools. The Standards apply to public... More ≫

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The Pool Standards, which are under the Public Swimming Pools Regulation, set out technical requirements for the operation and maintenance of public swimming pools. The Standards apply to public facilities, such as those owned by municipalities or located at hotels, motels, condo and apartment buildings and campgrounds. They do not apply to pools located at single family dwellings. The Standards have been developed in consultation with the pool industry, pool operators and public health officials from Alberta Health Services.

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What we heard : medical assistance in dying

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The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that medical assistance in dying will become legal in Canada on June 6, 2016. This ruling has created broad and sensitive questions that the Government of Alberta... More ≫

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The Supreme Court of Canada ruled that medical assistance in dying will become legal in Canada on June 6, 2016. This ruling has created broad and sensitive questions that the Government of Alberta needs to consider in regulating the delivery of medical assistance in dying. To help determine the best response, an MLA Consultation Panel was set up to gather input from Albertans. The Panel solicited input through an online survey, written submissions, and meetings with stakeholders. This document presents a summary of the feedback the Panel received during the consultation process.

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Addressing elder abuse in Alberta : a strategy for collective action

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This strategy provides a plan for the Government of Alberta, in collaboration with community partners and all Albertans, to work together to prevent and address elder abuse. All sectors and... More ≫

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This strategy provides a plan for the Government of Alberta, in collaboration with community partners and all Albertans, to work together to prevent and address elder abuse. All sectors and citizens can contribute to an Alberta where seniors are able to feel safe and participate in all aspects of community life.

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