Province

Jean announces willingness to step down and seek leadership in united conservative movement

Wildrose Leader Brian Jean announced Thursday afternoon via Facebook Live that if Wildrose members approve a unity agreement with the PC party, he is prepared to stand down as leader of the Wildrose, and to seek the Leadership of what Jean called a “single principled, conservative party” in a race this summer.
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Business

Parties applaud Trump’s approval of Keystone XL

Shortly after U.S. President Donald Trump signed executive orders to move forward on construction of the Keystone XL project, previously blocked by President Obama, the Conservative Party of Canada and Wildrose issued statements applauding the move. […]

Province

Private members bill could reduce red tape, Wildrose says

Cardston-Taber-Warner MLA Grant Hunter will introduce a private member’s bill that would legislate a one-for-one rule on new government regulations on businesses. If passed, for each new business regulation the government adds, one must be removed. […]

Local News

Nominations open for 26th Annual Emerald Awards

Nominations are now open for the Alberta Emerald Foundation’s (AEF) 26th Annual Emerald Awards, which recognize and celebrate the outstanding environmental achievements of Alberta’s large and small businesses, individuals, not-for-profit organizations, community groups, youth, and governments. Nomination deadline is Feb. 17. […]

Province

Wildrose call NDP budget consultations a sham

The Wildrose charged the NDP government of “pulling a fast one on the taxpayers of Alberta” Tuesday. A day after the government announced a series of consultations on the 2017-2018 budget, the Wildrose argue the budget consults are simply “campaign-style meetings that are invite-only for NDP friends,” something the Wildrose believe the NDP party should be paying for. […]

National News

Deputy Commissioner Marianne Ryan announces retirement from RCMP

After serving the country for 35 years, Commanding Officer of the Alberta RCMP – Deputy Commissioner Marianne Ryan has announced her retirement. Ryan has held the position for the past three years. Mar, 3 will be her final day as Commanding Officer. […]

Local News

Albertans asked for input into Budget 2017

The government is inviting Albertans to share their priorities and other ideas on the 2017 budget. Albertans are encouraged to provide their comments and suggestions over the next few weeks as the government prepares for Budget 2017.

Minister of Finance Joe Ceci will host meetings with community leaders and the public while visiting towns and cities around the province. […]

Province

Government adds new controls to payday loan laws

Payday lenders are now required to provide all loans with installment plans, with no penalty for early payback. The government says the new rules greatly reduce the interest rate, as well as take measure to keep Albertans from falling into a cycle of borrowing. […]

Province

Two new petrochemical plants announced, one in Sturgeon County

The province announced two new approved petrochemical plants Monday, projects the government believes will “add jobs, diversify the energy industry and create lasting benefits for Alberta’s economy.”

The two projects process propane extracted from natural gas resources into value-added plastics products used worldwide. The province says the projects have been approved to receive royalty credits under Alberta’s Petrochemicals Diversification Program, announced in February of this year. […]

Local News

Impaired Driving Awareness Month kicks off with province-wide check stop blitz

Local RCMP, Peace Officers, and the province are reminding motorists that December is Impaired Driving Awareness Month.

With friends and family travelling to social events and gatherings, many involving alcohol, police are encouraging the community to stand up and speak out against impaired driving before it happens. […]

Province

New legislation will limit donations to political campaigns

The government says if its Fair Elections Financing Act passes, it will “ensure Albertans – not big money and special interest groups – decide the outcome of elections,” and create a “sunshine list” for third party advertising. […]