Anna Smith

Jan 9, 2025 | bowislandcommentator.com | Anna Smith

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanBy Anna SmithSouthern Alberta NewspapersLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterWhile the holidays can be a time of joy and celebration, Recovery Alberta and Alberta Health Services wish to extend a hand for those who may be instead experiencing stress, sadness or isolation. For many, says Recovery Alberta, the holidays can be especially difficult when dealing with addiction, mental health challenges, or the grief of losing a loved one.

Jan 9, 2025 | bowislandcommentator.com | Anna Smith

Posted on January 9, 2025 by Ryan DahlmanSouthern Alberta Newspapers Screenshot Photo. NEW COMPENSATION MODEL: Adriana LaGrange is shown during a recent livestream announcement. By Anna SmithSouthern Alberta NewspapersLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe latest move in the province’s effort to make primary health care more accessible for Albertans is a new primary care physician compensation model.

Dec 19, 2024 | underscore.news | Anna Smith

This story was originally published by High Country News. Indigenous voters — motivated in part by economic issues, land rights, tribal sovereignty and the preservation of language and culture — tended to support progressive priorities and liberal candidates in the November election, according to the National Electorate Voter Poll, which researchers at BSP Research, First Nations Development Institute and others shared last week.

Dec 6, 2024 | therecord.com | Anna Smith

The union representing beef slaughterhouse workers in the province says Cargill’s plan to cut its global workforce may not affect members at the High River plant, but it is still evaluating the situation. The United Food And Commercial Workers, Local No. 401, president Thomas Hesse said the union is requesting information on an announcement this week by Cargill that it plans to reduce its employee numbers by five per cent worldwide.

Nov 28, 2024 | vauxhalladvance.com | Anna Smith

Posted on November 28, 2024 by Vauxhall AdvanceBy Anna SmithSouthern Alberta NewspapersLocal Journalism Initiative ReporterThe Government of Alberta is looking to help bridge the gap between urban and rural youth and show the possibilities of a future in agriculture with the help of 4-H Alberta. In a press conference Nov.