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Final Update 50: Alberta wildfire situation

Alberta Emergency Management Agency and its partners are continuing to monitor the wildfire situation in the province with the goal of keeping Albertans safe throughout the wildfire season, which runs every year from March 1 to Oct. 31.

Albertans can continue to access supports and up-to-date wildfire-related information by calling 310-4455, from 8:15 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., Monday to Friday.

Other resources include:

  • Emergency financial assistance

Information on the financial assistance for unexpected emergencies through the Emergency Needs Allowance.

  • Alberta Emergency Alert

Find active alerts, archived alerts and details about the alerting system.

  • Emergency preparedness

Learn how you and your family can prepare yourselves for an emergency or disaster.

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Ask A Farmer Podcast: What are the best practices for preserving food?

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With increases in food costs in recent years and the desire to eat healthier, canning foods to preserve them is a topic of interest for Canadians. This podcast explores the topic of canning and the safety and science behind it as well as best practices for making canning at home a safe and successful experience. Connor Flynn and Martha Rogers, both Certified Master Food Preservers, provide their input to help develop knowledge, skills and confidence to safely preserve foods at home.