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Central Alberta town faces uncertain future as it drowns in debt and faces potential insolvency | CBC News

The Town of Gibbons in central Alberta faces an uncertain future due to a multimillion-dollar financial crisis, potentially leading to insolvency. The town's mayor and council have acknowledged the severity of the situation, which has resulted from years of poor financial decisions. The Alberta government has appointed an official administrator to oversee the municipality's governance and finances. Efforts are underway to address the crisis, including discussions with the Alberta Ministry of Municipal Affairs, layoffs, and the exploration of service transfers to Sturgeon County. A viability review will examine the town's governance and financial state, with potential outcomes including downgrading its status to a hamlet.

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Alberta government won't say if promised new triage emergency doctors are on the job | CBC News

Nearly a month after Alberta’s hospitals minister announced the immediate deployment of triage liaison physicians in overcrowded emergency rooms, the province and its health agencies have not confirmed if any such doctors are currently working. The government claims recruitment for these roles is ongoing, but has not provided details on the number of doctors hired or their locations. The Alberta Medical Association has not reached an agreement with the government regarding employment conditions for these doctors, raising concerns about potential legal risks for physicians. Critics argue that the government's response to emergency room overcrowding is inadequate, with calls for an emergency command center and legislative debate.

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