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Government increases support for women’s emergency shelters

The Alberta government has invested $1.76 million to fund 79 more beds in women’s emergency shelters across the province. The additional beds will increase shelter capacity by 15 per cent and will provide more options for people who are experiencing family violence.

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More information on women's shelters.

Province provides $3.7 million for youth mentoring

An innovative partnership between government and community agencies will give Alberta’s youth new opportunities to benefit from positive role models.

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More about mentoring