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Alberta urges census participation to secure federal funding

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May 13, 2026

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Alberta urges census participation to secure federal funding
The Alberta government is calling on residents to complete the 2026 census this month, arguing that an accurate headcount is essential for the province to receive its fair share of federal funding following years of record-breaking population growth. Read more: Minor changes made to Lloydminster’s 2026 budget The 2026 Census of Population, which runs from…
Lloydminster RCMP to host hands-on summer youth academy
Lloydminster youth interested in a career in law enforcement will have the chance to experience a “day in the life” of a police officer this July. At a Glance: The Lloydminster RCMP is now accepting applications for its 2026 Youth Academy, a three-day intensive “exposure event” designed to give teenagers a hands-on look at life…
Saskatchewan marks National Nursing Week with new workforce expansion
The Saskatchewan government is highlighting a significant growth in its nursing workforce as the province begins celebrating National Nursing Week. Read more: Lloydminster’s Bradley Air takes Rotary to the skies Health minister Jeremy Cockrill kicked off the week, which runs from May 11 to 17, by thanking the more than 20,000 nurses currently practicing across…
Spring garage sale sees quick success
Spring has officially arrived in the Border City, bringing with it the City of Lloydminster’s annual Spring Cleanup Garage Sale. Read more: Lloydminster’s Bradley Air takes Rotary to the skies “This is our annual spring cleanup garage sale,” said Sandra Brown, recreation co-ordinator, City of Lloydminster. The event took place in the Servus Sports Centre…
Sunrise Run a bigger hit in second year
The sun had long risen by the time runners and walkers took off from Holy Rosary High School for the second instalment of the Synergy Sunrise Run. Read more: Lloydminster’s Bradley Air takes Rotary to the skies The run, hosted by the Lloydminster Region Health Foundation (LRHF), financially supports mental health initiatives in Lloydminster. “We’re…