Happy Holidays!

A message from Premier Ed Stelmach

While there is certainly a chill in the air, homes around Alberta are coming alive with the warmth of the season. People are coming together with family, friends, neighbours and co-workers to enjoy the holidays.

With the tremendous amount of uncertainty around the world, we are reminded of the many blessings we enjoy as Albertans. During this time of year, I give thanks for our province’s natural beauty, abundant resources and most importantly, its remarkable people.

I wish you all a very Merry Christmas and Happy New Year, from my family to yours.

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Vision 2020 puts patients at center of sustainable health system

To improve Alberta’s health system into the future, the provincial government is moving forward on Vision 2020, a report outlining a number of actions to build Alberta’s health system.

There are five goals in Vision 2020:

1. providing the right service, in the right place, and at the right time;
2. enhancing access to high-quality services in rural areas;
3. matching workforce supply to demand for services;
4. improving co-ordination of care and delivery of care; and
5. building a strong foundation for public health.

Learn more about Vision 2020

Students urged to Speak Out about education in Alberta

Alberta students are being asked to provide their perspectives on education through the Speak Out - Alberta Student Engagement Initiative. The initiative offers a variety of opportunities for students to share their ideas and be actively engaged. These activities will occur over several months, culminating in the Minister of Education’s Student Advisory Council in spring 2009.

More information about Speak Out

Land-use Framework ushers in new era of stewardship for Alberta

Alberta’s Land-use Framework, developed in consultation with Albertans, will ensure future land development considers cumulative environmental impacts as well as social and economic factors. Regional plans that consider the full impact of development on the land, air, water and wildlife will guide planning.

Learn more about Alberta's Land-use Framework