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Alberta used lists of America’s most banned books and a controversial database to identify ‘inappropriate’ material in schools

Alberta used lists of America’s most banned books and a controversial database to identify ‘inappropriate’ material in schools

Jonathan Friedman, managing director of U.S. free expression programs at PEN America, objected to the use of PEN’s database by the Government of Alberta.
Alberta, Ottawa putting $203 million into new affordable housing units

Alberta, Ottawa putting $203 million into new affordable housing units

The projects range from housing for young adults and students in downtown Edmonton to units in Calgary for those facing homelessness.
Library content order distracts from real issues, critics say

Library content order distracts from real issues, critics say

NDP education critic Amanda Chapman said urgent issues require the ministry’s attention, like student funding, a looming teachers’ strike and overcrowded classrooms.
2 more hospitalized, a dozen new illnesses reported in salami salmonella outbreak

2 more hospitalized, a dozen new illnesses reported in salami salmonella outbreak

While most of the illnesses reported are in Alberta with 67 people sickened, the outbreak also affects Ontario, where 15 people have been ill, as well as Manitoba with one person sick. One illness reported in B.C. is related to travel to Alberta.
A look at new rules for school library books and what won't be allowed on shelves

A look at new rules for school library books and what won't be allowed on shelves

The province says young students shouldn't be exposed to inappropriate sexual content.
Two charged with exploiting foreign workers with 90-hour weeks at motel, gas station

Two charged with exploiting foreign workers with 90-hour weeks at motel, gas station

The motel is located in Fox Creek, in northwest Alberta, and the gas station is in Calmar, southwest of Edmonton.
"Age-appropriate" school library standards across Alberta to begin in October

"Age-appropriate" school library standards across Alberta to begin in October

The ministerial order outlined that school boards must remove "sexually explicit" material by October 1 of this year
Farmers pleased but anxious after Alberta pauses new on-farm slaughter sale limits

Farmers pleased but anxious after Alberta pauses new on-farm slaughter sale limits

Alberta launched the program in 2020 and last week introduced new rules limiting annual sales per farm. The government's website says the limit could mean roughly four cows, 76 goats or 150 chickens per farm.
Alberta appoints lawyer, policy advisor to lead involuntary treatment commission

Alberta appoints lawyer, policy advisor to lead involuntary treatment commission

As commissioner, officials say longtime lawyer Jonathan Carlzon will be responsible for approving applications, though his decisions can be challenged in court.
Alberta education minister to give update on new rules for school library books

Alberta education minister to give update on new rules for school library books

Alberta's education minister is set to provide an update today on the development of new provincial rules for school library books.
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