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FASD learning series 2014/15 evaluation : final report

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This annual report provides a review of the work done under the FASD Learning Series. The series, administered by Human Services, was introduced in 2007 to increase community and individual... More ≫

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This annual report provides a review of the work done under the FASD Learning Series. The series, administered by Human Services, was introduced in 2007 to increase community and individual capacity to support individuals with Fetal Alcohol Spectrum Disorder and their caregivers across the lifespan.

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Disabilities by Level of Severity among Seniors (65+), Canada and Provinces

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the level of disability severity among the age group 65+ for Canada and provinces in 2012. The severity of disability is divided into four subcategories:... More ≫

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the level of disability severity among the age group 65+ for Canada and provinces in 2012. The severity of disability is divided into four subcategories: mild, moderate, severe and very severe.

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Types of Disabilities among Albertans Aged 15 and Over by Sex

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the types of disabilities among Albertans aged 15 and over by sex for 2012. Ten “disability types” are included: Developmental, Dexterity, Flexibility,... More ≫

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the types of disabilities among Albertans aged 15 and over by sex for 2012. Ten “disability types” are included: Developmental, Dexterity, Flexibility, Hearing, Learning, Memory, Psychological, Mobility, Pain, Seeing, plus an “Unknown” category. Within each type of disability, it is further divided into males and females.

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Prevalence of Disability by Age Group and Sex, Alberta and Canada

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes types of disabilities among Albertans and Canadians aged 15+ by age group and sex for 2012. The data are divided into five age group categories (15-24,... More ≫

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes types of disabilities among Albertans and Canadians aged 15+ by age group and sex for 2012. The data are divided into five age group categories (15-24, 24-44, 45-64, 65-74 and 75+) and are split up into males and females.

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Labour Force Status of Canadians and Albertans with and without Disabilities

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the 2011 labour force status of Canadians and Albertans based on their activity limitations or participation restriction. The three rates that this... More ≫

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This Alberta Official Statistic describes the 2011 labour force status of Canadians and Albertans based on their activity limitations or participation restriction. The three rates that this official statistic presents are the participation rate, the employment rate and the unemployment rate.

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Lead at the work site

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In this bulletin, information is provided on workplaces that may use lead, health effects due to lead exposure, options for the control of exposure as well as the requirements in Alberta’s... More ≫

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In this bulletin, information is provided on workplaces that may use lead, health effects due to lead exposure, options for the control of exposure as well as the requirements in Alberta’s occupational health and safety (OHS) legislation for lead.

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Radiation protection regulation amended in 2013 : highlights

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The Radiation Protection Amendment Regulation came into effect on July 25, 2013. This Regulation was made after a comprehensive review with extensive public consultation. Only minor changes to the... More ≫

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The Radiation Protection Amendment Regulation came into effect on July 25, 2013. This Regulation was made after a comprehensive review with extensive public consultation. Only minor changes to the Radiation Protection Regulation were proposed at this time.

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The prime contractor

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It is quite common for more than one employer to be working at a work site. Each of these employers may be directing the activities of one or more other employers. With so many people at the work... More ≫

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It is quite common for more than one employer to be working at a work site. Each of these employers may be directing the activities of one or more other employers. With so many people at the work site, each responsible for occupational health and safety, it makes sense to have a single party coordinate the activities for the entire work site.

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Guideline for developing a code of practice for chemical hazards

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This Bulletin provides guidance for preparing a code of practice for chemical hazards to meet the requirements of the OHS legislation. It does not provide procedures for specific chemical hazards;... More ≫

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This Bulletin provides guidance for preparing a code of practice for chemical hazards to meet the requirements of the OHS legislation. It does not provide procedures for specific chemical hazards; however some resources are identified that can assist with this.

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Mental health and wellness

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mental health. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about... More ≫

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Developed to support English as a Second Language learners, this resource contains a reading excerpt on mental health. This is one in a series of resources created to help ESL students learn about living in Alberta while also developing their English-language skills. The resources can be used by teachers within the ESL classroom, or by ESL learners who may be working independently.

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