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Topics A-Z listing of articles and resources about egovernment activities in Alberta.
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- eGovernment - Alberta - Archive
- Archived articles and resources about egovernment activities in Alberta.
Added: 17 November 2005
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- High-speed Internet access coming to unserviced rural areas
- Low density satellite solution ensures access for 97 % of Albertans. Government of Alberta News Release, March 19, 2012. "Edmonton... The Alberta government is looking to the land and sky to provide reliable, high-speed Internet access to Albertans in unserviced rural areas. The provincial government is committing $10.5 million toward making high-speed Internet available to an estimated 43,600 households currently without access using a variety of approaches, including satellite, wireless and other technologies..."
Added: 22 March 2012;
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- Albertans get connected to reliable health information
- Government of Alberta, News Release, May 4, 2011. "Improved provincial wait times reporting website also back on-line. Edmonton... A new online health tool connecting Albertans to trusted health care information and services, other health tools and wellness management tips has been launched. MyHealthAlberta's 2011 release is the first phase of the $33 million personal health portal (PHP) initiative. Once complete, the portal will give Albertans secure access to their personal health information through the province's electronic health record system..."
Added: 5 May 2011;
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- ID card opens more doors to everyday services for homeless Albertans
- Government of Alberta, News Release, October 7, 2010. "Edmonton - Homeless individuals will now be able to obtain secure Alberta government identification cards to help them access services and programs. Helping homeless people overcome the barriers they face when trying to acquire identification is part of the province’s 10-year plan to end homelessness..."
Added: 11 October 2010;
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- Empower people to revive democracy
- Relevant roles for citizens an antidote to apathy, By Avnish Na Nda. Edmonton Journal, August 30, 2010. "With participation at an all-time low, apathy has become the dominant political attitude in Alberta. Cynicism and disengagement have become the norm, as the majority of Albertans have divorced themselves from the electoral process. As these trends continue, political decisions will be increasingly made by the few, seriously threatening the vibrancy of our democracy. Fortunately, Alberta's political parties recognize the dangers inherent with an apathetic population and have sought to re-engage Albertans..."
Added: 2 September 2010;
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- Broadband as a catalyst for e-government - A Case Study of Five Rural Municipalities in Alberta
- (This document requires the use of Adobe Acrobat Reader). Government of Alberta, Agriculture and Rural Development, December 2009. "... The research found that the rural municipalities selected for this study are putting forth great effort to introduce the latest ICT to enhance the service delivery system for their citizens. The municipalities are at various stages of broadband development and e-government... Future expansion of municipal broadband usage faces many challenges including lack of leadership, lack of technical expertise, outdated technology, equipment and lack of finance. Demographic characteristics and rural attitudes towards the usage of broadband also pose challenge for the rural municipalities. Incentives can significantly influence the evolution of e-government toward actions that empower residents and businesses to learn to use the evolving technology platform. The Municipalities' action will ensure that their citizens are willing and able to use the technology. However, the need for increased funding, updated equipment, training, awareness and new technologies are important issues to be addressed..."
Added: 18 March 2010;
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- Broadband as a Catalyst for e-Government - case studies from Alberta, Canada
- Government of Alberta, Agriculture and Rural Development, March 9, 2010. "The Government of Alberta and its municipalities have also taken great strides to harness the implementation and the use of broadband technologies to enhance the delivery of public services to citizens. In this context a research project 'Broadband as a catalyst for e-government-A Case Study of Five Rural Municipalities in Alberta' was conducted from June - December 2009. The purpose of this research project was to collect information on broadband usage for e-government, its development stages, and best practices adopted by the rural municipalities of Alberta. The study provides information to devise a strategy for the deployment and promotion of the concept of modern and effective e-government in social and economic development of rural municipalities and placing them as leaders in e-government and broadband usage..."
Added: 18 March 2010;
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- Seven health regions reach milestone with electronic health records
- Government of Alberta, News Release, September 25, 2006. "Red Deer... The vision of every Albertan having an electronic health record took a leap forward with the installation of a new regional information system that covers over 90 per cent of Alberta..."
Added: 27 September 2006;
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- New tool to help Alberta police in the fight against crime
- Government of Alberta. News Release, August 28, 2006. "Government invests $100 million to implement new Information Technology strategy. Edmonton... Development of a new central crime database is part of a five-year, $100 million commitment by the Alberta government to enhance the safety and security of Albertans. The project will improve the ability of law enforcement agencies to share important criminal intelligence information..."
Added: 30 August 2006;
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- Alberta expands electronic health record development
- Alberta News Release, Alberta Netcare, March 16, 2006. "$116 million in new funding supports system upgrades and improvements. Edmonton... An additional $116-million provincial investment in the electronic health record system will support province-wide technology enhancements and connect more health professionals to the patient information they need to make the best care decisions..."
Added: 23 March 2006;
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