New Royal Alberta Museum
A new Royal Alberta Museum will be built in downtown Edmonton starting this year. To read more click here.Training begins at the new Edmonton Remand Centre
Construction of the largest remand centre in Canada is nearing completion. The $569 million new Edmonton Remand Centre will have bed space for 1,952 individuals in seven low-rise pods. Staff training sessions have begun at the new Remand Centre in anticipation of the facility opening in the spring of 2013.
School Infrastructure Update
The Government of Alberta currently has about 80 school projects worth about $1 billion being planned, under construction or recently completed. This total includes 14 new schools which are expected to open in six Alberta communities in 2012, and 22 new or replacement schools and 13 modernizations, expected to open for students in September 2014. These school projects will not only benefit students and communities today; they also represent an investment in tomorrow.
Honourable Wayne Drysdale named Minister of Infrastructure
On May 8, 2012 Grande Prairie – Wapiti MLA Wayne Drysdale was appointed Alberta’s new Minister of Infrastructure by Premier Alison Redford. Minister Drysdale and his fellow Cabinet Members were sworn-in by Lieutenant Governor Donald S. Ethell during a ceremony held at Government House in Edmonton.
LEED Silver Certified Buildings up to 45% More Efficient
The Government of Alberta is fulfilling its commitment to sustainability by providing healthier working, learning and living environments in its public buildings. As part of this commitment the GOA has adopted, as a minimum, the LEED Silver environmental standard for its new and renovated buildings. The widely accepted LEED system means certified buildings benefit from more natural light, better air quality and a smaller environmental footprint while enjoying lower energy costs.
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Last updated: May 16, 2012 01:30
