Category: Alberta

July 20, 2026 – Drumheller, Alberta – Correctional Service Canada

On July 14, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drumheller Institution.

The contraband and unauthorized items seized included methamphetamine, cell phones and accessories, SIM card, USB sticks, and SD cards. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $223,150.

The police have been notified and the institution is investigating.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) uses a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, inmates, and visitors.

CSC is heightening measures to prevent contraband from entering its institutions in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.

CSC has also set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions so that it may receive additional information about activities relating to security at CSC institutions. These activities may be related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety and security of visitors, inmates, and staff members working at CSC institutions.

The toll-free number, 1‑866‑780‑3784, helps ensure that the information shared is protected and that callers remain anonymous. 

Nearly 500,000 Alberta families benefiting from more generous payments starting this month

July 17, 2026                            Edmonton, Alberta                   Employment and Social Development Canada

The Government of Canada is lowering costs for families by strengthening the Canada Child Benefit (CCB). The CCB is a monthly tax-free payment to help them with the costs of raising children.

Today in Alberta, on behalf of the Honourable Anna Gainey, Secretary of State (Children and Youth), the Honourable Eleanor Olszewski, Minister of Emergency Management and Community Resilience and Minister responsible for Prairies Economic Development Canada, and Corey Hogan, Parliamentary Secretary to the Minister of Energy and Natural Resources, are pleased to announce the increased tax-free support the program is delivering to families in 2026-27.

Starting this month, the CCB will provide families with up to $8,157 per child under the age of 6 and up to $6,883 per child aged 6 to 17. This represents an increase of up to $160 per child under age 6 and up to $135 per child aged 6 to 17 compared to the previous year, helping families manage everyday expenses such as groceries, clothing and child care. In Alberta alone, the CCB provides over $4 billion in benefits to approximately 500,000 families each year, helping reduce financial pressures and contributing to the financial stability of households across the province.

Today, nationally, the CCB supports about 3.6 million families caring for 6 million children, delivering approximately $30 billion in annual tax-free payments. The CCB has helped to lift hundreds of thousands of children out of poverty and has put more money directly into the pockets of parents who need it most.

July 13, 2026 – Drumheller, Alberta – Correctional Service Canada

On July 8, 2026, as a result of the vigilance of staff members, packages containing contraband and unauthorized items were seized at Drumheller Institution.

The contraband and unauthorized items seized included methamphetamine, chargers as well as vaping devices and accessories. The total estimated institutional value of this seizure is $944,860.

The police have been notified and the institution is investigating.

The Correctional Service of Canada (CSC) uses a number of tools to prevent drugs from entering its institutions. These tools include ion scanners and drug-detector dogs to search buildings, personal property, inmates, and visitors.

CSC is heightening measures to prevent contraband from entering its institutions in order to help ensure a safe and secure environment for everyone. CSC also works in partnership with the police to take action against those who attempt to introduce contraband into correctional institutions.

CSC has also set up a telephone tip line for all federal institutions so that it may receive additional information about activities relating to security at CSC institutions. These activities may be related to drug use or trafficking that may threaten the safety and security of visitors, inmates, and staff members working at CSC institutions.

The toll-free number, 1‑866‑780‑3784, helps ensure that the information shared is protected and that callers remain anonymous. 

July 7, 2026 – Ottawa, Ontario – Agriculture and Agri-Food Canada

The Honourable Heath MacDonald, Minister of Agriculture and Agri-Food, will announce a significant investment in Canada’s beef industry, helping to boost export opportunities, increase competitiveness and ensure Canadian beef continues to be renowned and even more highly sought across the globe. He will be joined by representatives from the Canadian Cattle Association and Canada Beef.

Minister MacDonald and other participants will be available for questions following the announcement.

Date

Wednesday, July 8

Time

11:15 am to 12:00 pm MDT

Location

Stampede Grounds
AltaLink Hall
Near cattle pen
Calgary, AB