Publications

Minister’s Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and... More ≫

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Presents the winners and shortlisted initiatives of the Minister's Awards for Municipal and Public Library Excellence, which recognize noteworthy accomplishments in the provision of municipal and public library services in Alberta. Each year, municipalities and public libraries have highlighted promising practices including new and unique approaches to issues, streamlined processes for existing practices, and creative community partnerships.

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Alberta Community Justice awards

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Annual list of recipients of the Alberta community justice awards, which recognize the outstanding contributions of individuals and organizations promoting community justice in Alberta.

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Governance agreement respecting Legal Aid [2024]

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Contains an agreement between the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, the Legal Aid Society of Alberta, and the Law Society of Alberta to provide essential and high quality legal services... More ≫

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Contains an agreement between the Minister of Justice and Attorney General, the Legal Aid Society of Alberta, and the Law Society of Alberta to provide essential and high quality legal services for disadvantaged and low-income Albertans, and other persons specified in the Agreement, to ensure meaningful access to legal rights and the protection of the law

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Municipalités albertaines dotées d’une francophonie florissante

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Cette carte montre les municipalités albertaines membres de réseaux francophones formels, ainsi que les municipalités ayant des institutions francophones.

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Safer communities and neighbourhoods (SCAN)

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The SCAN unit operates under the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, which uses legal sanctions and court orders to hold owners accountable for illegal activity happening on their property.... More ≫

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The SCAN unit operates under the Safer Communities and Neighbourhoods Act, which uses legal sanctions and court orders to hold owners accountable for illegal activity happening on their property. This brochure provides a brief overview of SCAN and how you can work with them to make your neighbourhood a safer place.

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Alberta municipalities with thriving Francophonie

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This map shows Alberta municipalities that are members of formal francophone networks, as well as municipalities with francophone institutions.

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Canada community-building fund : program guidelines

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Provides guidance to administrative staff in local governments seeking to apply to the Canada Community-Building Fund program for funding. The program provides predictable, long-term, stable... More ≫

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Provides guidance to administrative staff in local governments seeking to apply to the Canada Community-Building Fund program for funding. The program provides predictable, long-term, stable funding for Canadian municipalities to help build and revitalize public infrastructure while creating jobs and long-term prosperity. Updated August 2024, pursuant to the new administrative agreement signed with the federal government in July, 2024.

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Family Resource Networks : 2023-24 preliminary reporting

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The Family Resource Network (FRN) program was launched to address the root causes and factors leading children and families to become involved with the child intervention system. These networks... More ≫

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The Family Resource Network (FRN) program was launched to address the root causes and factors leading children and families to become involved with the child intervention system. These networks connect families to community-specific services and supports they need. Through ongoing evaluation, Children and Family Services (CFS) collaborates with FRN agencies to improve service delivery, optimize resource use and ensure the program continues to meet the evolving needs of children, youth, and families across Alberta. This report shares preliminary findings from the 2023-24 evaluation. This commitment to evaluation enhances accountability, allows the ministry to innovate and adapt, and supports healthier outcomes and brighter futures for those served by the FRN program.

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Expedited newly constructed condominium registration : request process

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The Condominium Property Act does not permit transfers of new condominium units to utilize the Pending Registration Queue, Western Protocol, or Gap Insurance to close real estate transactions. In... More ≫

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The Condominium Property Act does not permit transfers of new condominium units to utilize the Pending Registration Queue, Western Protocol, or Gap Insurance to close real estate transactions. In order to release funds to the developer, the title must be issued in the registered owners’ name. The Land Titles Office (LTO) has developed processes for the solicitor acting on behalf of builders/developers or purchasers of newly constructed condominiums to request expedited registration, effective December 2, 2021. This will prevent delays and enable funds to be released to the developer.

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Temporary rent assistance benefit (TRAB) rates

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The temporary rent assistance benefit provides a modest subsidy for working households with low income or those between jobs. Support is intended to help eligible tenants afford their rent while... More ≫

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The temporary rent assistance benefit provides a modest subsidy for working households with low income or those between jobs. Support is intended to help eligible tenants afford their rent while they stabilize or improve their situation. This document provides the TRAB rates in Alberta's seven largest municipalities.

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