Alberta fire chiefs seek enhancements to roadside safety messaging

Alberta fire chiefs seek enhancements to roadside safety messaging

In Alberta, there is confusion regarding the rules for passing emergency vehicles. The Alberta Fire Chiefs Association urges a renewed public awareness campaign to emphasize the need to slow down to 60 km/h and move over when driving past stopped emergency vehicles. Enhanced visibility measures, like blue lights, aim to improve safety, but enforcement remains a concern.
Opposition MLA questions Province’s new music plan

Opposition MLA questions Province’s new music plan

The Alberta Music Action Plan aims to enhance the local music scene without direct financial support for artists. Minister Tanya Fir described it as a roadmap for maximizing existing funding through an Alberta Music Commission. Critics, including NDP’s Joe Ceci, argue it overlooks artist benefits and lacks a comprehensive growth strategy.