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| MLA Legislature Report Alana DeLong, MLA
Landlord-tenant dispute resolution service opens doors in Calgary: Landlords and tenants in Calgary will now be better able to settle disputes outside the courtroom. Alberta's Residential Tenancy Dispute Resolution Service (RTDRS) is expanding to Calgary and area, and will begin accepting applications from landlords and tenants on June 16. Tenants and landlords wanting to resolve disputes about issues such as security deposits, rent arrears, evictions and damages can have the matter heard by a tenancy dispute officer. The fee for the service is $75. The decision by the tenancy dispute officer is binding on both parties. The Calgary RTDRS office will be located on the main floor of the Rocky Mountain Plaza, 230 - 7th Avenue SE. More information on the service is available at www.rtdrs.alberta.ca or dial toll-free 310-0000 then 780-644-3000. Local family violence and bullying prevention projects benefit from $3 million in provincial funding: Individuals, families and communities across the province are sharing $3 million from the Government of Alberta in support of their local efforts to find solutions to family violence and bullying. The province's Community Incentive Fund supports initiatives that increase the awareness of family violence and bullying and address topics such as abusive relationships, cyber-bullying, and abuse of older adults. The fund encourages community groups to work together to address these issues through coordinated actions and services. Examples of this year's 93 projects include a teen mentorship program on building healthy relationships, information and support on family violence for immigrant communities, and the development of an anti-bullying video. I want to congratulate both Pathways Community Services Association and Sonshine Community Services of Calgary Bow who each received $75,000.00 toward programs to combat family violence and bullying to ensure Albertans live in safe and secure communities. For a complete list of the projects receiving funding in 2008, please visit www.familyviolence.alberta.ca. Over 400 community-based projects have received more than $15 million in Community Incentive Fund support since 2004. Best wishes for a safe and enjoyable Summer! A special thanks to all my constituents who have taken the time
to call, write and meet with me over the past several years. Your
many well thought out comments and advice has been of immeasurable
value to our Government and to all the people of Alberta. As always,
my staff and I are available to answer any questions and/or concerns
that you may have. Public Consultations Please visit http://www.gov.ab.ca/home/Index.cfm?Page=625
and provide your input to matters that affect Albertans.
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