To access home care, designated supportive living or long-term care, the first step is to contact AHS . Call Health Link at 811 to arrange for an assessment by an AHS health professional who will help identify your or your loved one’s unmet needs. Is home care covered by Alberta health? Yes, Alberta Health Services […]
Category: Alberta
Do You Have To Pay For Cataract Surgery In Alberta?
How much will it cost to have cataract surgery? Alberta Health covers the cost for the ophthalmologist, day surgery fee, basic replacement lens, and the anesthetist. You will need to pay for your eye drops. You will likely need a change in your glasses after surgery – the cost of this is your responsibility. Is […]
How Much Do We Spend Per Hour Day On Health Care In Alberta?
$59 million per day. Every hour, Alberta spends $2.4 million — $59 million per day — to keep the province’s health-care system running. How much is spent on healthcare in Alberta? A new report from the Canadian Institute for Health Information shows Alberta will spend an estimated $38.7 billion on health care in 2022. The […]
Do You Get Charged For Calling 911 Alberta?
Bill 56: Local Measures Statutes Amendment Act, 2021 received Royal Assent on June 17, 2021. Alberta’s wireless 911 levy increased from 44 cents to 95 cents on September 1, 2021. Do you get charged for calling 911 in Canada? No. The 9-1-1 service during an emergency call is free of charge in Canada. How do […]
What Are The Levels Of Care For Seniors In Alberta?
Continuing Care is made up of three main levels: Home Care, Designated Supportive Living and Long Term Care. What is level 4 care Alberta? Offers private, personal living space and personal care for adults and seniors. Offers housing and support for adults with a wide range of health issues. What is level 3 care Alberta? […]
How Do I Get An Alberta Health Card For A New Immigrant?
You must apply within 3 months of establishing residency and provide all the required documents. If your AHCIP application is not received within 3 months of when you arrive and establish permanent residency in Alberta, the effective date of your coverage will be determined when your application is processed. How do I apply for an […]
Are Condo Fees Monthly In Alberta?
To start off simple, condo fees (or condominium contributions – which can be used interchangeably) are monthly contributions by Owners to contribute towards the maintenance and upkeep of your community. Are condos paid monthly? Condo fees can range anywhere from $50 to $1,000 per month. The amount of the fee depends on a number of […]
Are Condo Fees Tax Deductible In Alberta?
Condominium fees If you earn rental income from a condominium unit, you can deduct the expenses that you would usually deduct from it. You can also deduct condominium fees that represent your share of the upkeep, repairs, maintenance and other current expenses of the common property. Can you claim condo fees on your income tax? […]
How Much Money Should Be In A Condo Reserve Fund Alberta?
According to the Condo Act, 10 percent of a new condo’s operating budget must go towards the reserve fund. How much should a condo have in their reserve fund? The Federal Housing Administration (FHA) has weighed in by requiring approved condominium projects to have at least 10% of the annual operating budget set aside for […]
How Much Is Foreign Buyer Tax In Alberta?
Effective March 30, 2022, the NRST was increased to 20% and is now effective province-wide. Effective October 25, 2022, the NRST was increased further to 25%. Is there any foreign buyer tax in Alberta? Alberta is one Province that does not have a Transfer Tax. How much is foreign buyer tax in Canada? Ontario has […]