Alberta
Democracy's Double Standard: Alberta Government's Inconsistent Stand on Rights
Alberta's government faces criticism for selectively invoking democracy—defending the notwithstanding clause while...
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Alberta Government Faces Safety Charges Over Jasper Wildfire Firefighter's Death
Alberta faces six safety charges over the 2024 death of wildland firefighter Morgan Kitchen, 24, killed by a falling...
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Alberta Government Under Fire Over Two Controversial Moves Critics Call Anti-Democratic
Alberta government faces criticism over daylight saving time decision and electoral boundaries overhaul that critics...
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Alberta Government Eyes Tougher Driver Testing as Collision Rates Climb
Alberta's Smith government is eyeing tougher driver testing as Calgary's police chief calls local driving behaviour...
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Alberta Government Raises Taxes on Residents Amid Record $100B Provincial Debt
Alberta government raises taxes on residents while borrowing $9.4B more, pushing provincial debt over $100B for first...
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Alberta Drivers Could Save Up to $366 Annually Under New Auto Insurance System
Alberta drivers could save up to $366 annually on auto insurance under the province's new system starting in 2027,...
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Premier Smith Demands Greater Alberta Input in Federal Judge Selection Process
Premier Danielle Smith is calling for meaningful provincial consultation in federal judge appointments, citing concerns...
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Alberta Government Plans New Municipal Councillor Code of Conduct Framework
Alberta plans new province-wide code of conduct for municipal councillors with independent investigation process,...
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Alberta to Impose Provincial Code of Conduct for All Municipal Councils
Alberta will introduce provincewide conduct standards for municipal councillors with independent oversight and...
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Survive on $1,740 a Month: Alberta Is About to Cut Disability Benefits for 79,000 of Its Most Vulnerable Citizens
On July 1, the Alberta government plans to move 79,000 AISH recipients onto a new program that cuts benefits by $200...
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Alberta Announces Dismantling of AHS in Major Healthcare Restructuring
The Alberta government has announced the dismantling of Alberta Health Services and its replacement with four new...
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Alberta Launches Free Dental Care Program for Low-Income Seniors
The Alberta government has launched a new dental care program providing free comprehensive dental coverage to...
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WestNet Analysis: Gaps in Alberta’s Lobbying Registry Leave Public in the Dark on Industry Influence
A WestNet News analysis of Alberta’s lobbying registry has found significant gaps in disclosure requirements that...