February 2009

Feb 27	Celebrate the power of lifelong learning March 2-8 Edmonton... Experience the power of lifelong learning at events across Alberta during International Adult Learners' Week. March 2-8 is a week to celebrate the achievements of adult learners and encourage adults to continue learning.
Feb 25	New program promotes young entrepreneurs Edmonton... Funding from a three-year, $3-million Youth Technopreneurship Program is now available to help run business plan contests for youth across the province starting with recent high school graduates.
Feb 20	New research program takes classroom anywhere, anytime Edmonton... Research focusing on ways to use small, portable devices such as cell phones and PDAs to deliver courses and instructional material to Albertans could revolutionize education worldwide.
Feb 12	Alberta Enterprise Corporation selects board members Edmonton... Leading executives and entrepreneurs have been named to the board of the new Alberta Enterprise Corporation. They will guide the corporation as it expands Albertaâ€™s technology-focused venture capital industry.
Feb 6	Top apprentices, employers and instructors recognized Edmonton... The province's top apprentices, employers and instructors will be honoured at the 12th annual Alberta Apprenticeship and Industry Training Board Awards ceremony in Edmonton on February 6. The awards celebrate Albertans who demonstrate excellence and commitment to their trade.