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Alberta’s new driver’s licences, ID card with health numbers

byMeridian Source Staff

June 6, 2026

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Alberta’s new driver’s licences, ID card with health numbers
Albertans will soon have one less card to worry about in their wallets. Starting July 2, the provincial government will begin issuing redesigned driver’s licences and identification cards that integrate personal health numbers and Canadian citizenship markers. Read more: Former Lloydminster Housing Authority manager charged with fraud, theft The initiative aims to eliminate the need…
Saskatchewan seeding hits new high but trails historical averages
Saskatchewan farmers made significant strides in the fields last week, pushing seeding progress to 80 per cent complete, up from 52 per cent the previous week, according to the latest provincial crop report released on June 4. Read more: Rooted in history: Trees planted to celebrate Sandy Beach milestone Despite the rapid advancement for the…
Fabulous Fink shatters three records
The stars were out in Lloydminster last week as multiple records fell during the Northwest High Schools Athletic Association district track and field championships. Read more: Lloydminster Lions Club donates $10,000 to local groups Included in the long list of personal achievements were 17 record-setting performances from eight athletes, including the U.S. college bound Kate…
Alberta invests $4M in adaptive learning pilot for skilled trades
The Alberta government is investing $4 million into a new two-year pilot program aimed at helping skilled trades workers fast-track their certifications while staying on the job. Read more: Lloydminster Lions Club donates $10,000 to local groups On June 3, the province announced it’s partnering with the Christian Labour Association of Canada (CLAC) and Canadian…
Column: Time flies when you’re having fun
Time sure does fly when you’re having fun! It’s hard to believe I’ve been walking through the doors of Lloydminster’s locally owned and operated newspaper for 10 years. That’s right, last week marked a decade of employment with Lloydminster Source Ltd., working for Reid Keebaugh and Clark Wright. Read more: Lloydminster Lions want you, to be…