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Eggen consults community groups about racism in Alberta

Aug 29, 2017 | 9:58 AM

EDMONTON – Education Minister David Eggen said Monday he will continue to meet with community groups across the province to gather ideas on how to combat racism and build a more inclusive Alberta.

Eggen has already met with dozens of groups in Edmonton, Red Deer and Calgary, following Premier Notley’s request for him to gather input in July.

He plans to meet with groups in Fort McMurray, Grand Prairie, Medicine Hat and Lethbridge, but the dates have not been announced.

The minster also said he is looking to hear from individuals with ideas about how the government can help Albertans deal with racism through a public survey.

“Three questions: where do you see problems with discrimination, hatred and racism in our province? What practical steps can we take as the government of Alberta to rectify the situation? And what other ideas do people have or personal experience do they want to share” he said from the steps of the Legislature.

The survey is available on the Government of Alberta’s website. It will be open to the public until September 22.

The report is expected to be completed this fall.