Alberta Archives - Page 25 of 34

18 Feb

Poilievre Vows to Defend ‘United Canada’ Amid Alberta Separatist Push

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Ottawa (Rajeev Sharma): Pierre Poilievre says the Conservative Party remains firmly committed to a united Canada as a separatist movement in Alberta campaigns for a referendum on independence. Responding to questions from reporters on Tuesday, Poilievre stated that the Conservatives are “entirely a federalist caucus,” adding that no member of his parliamentary team has expressed support for Alberta separatism. The group Stay Free Alberta is currently seeking to trigger a provincial referendum on Alberta becoming an independent country. Organizers have until May to gather nearly 178,000 signatures required to move the proposal forward. Under Canadian law, provinces cannot unilaterally separate…

17 Feb

Alberta RCMP Report Surge in Weapons Calls, School Lockdowns After Tumbler Ridge Shooting

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): The Royal Canadian Mounted Police in Alberta say there has been a noticeable increase in reports of people carrying weapons and subsequent school lockdowns in the days following the deadly mass shooting in Tumbler Ridge, which left nine people dead last Tuesday. Cpl. Troy Savinkoff said the spike in calls over a short period is unusual, though he stopped short of definitively linking it to the tragedy in British Columbia. “Having those calls in that short amount of time is more than what is standard,” Savinkoff said in a phone interview Sunday. “We certainly can't disprove that…

14 Feb

UCP Auto Insurance Overhaul Sparks Backlash: Higher grid rates, and “Care-First” system set for 2027

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): The United Conservative Party government has announced sweeping changes to Alberta’s auto insurance system, promising relief for some drivers while introducing a new “care-first” model and sharply higher costs for others. The reforms, approved by the Government of Alberta, will be rolled out in stages through 2026 and 2027. Under temporary rules in place until the end of 2026, annual rate increases for so-called “good drivers” are capped at 7.5 per cent. To qualify, motorists must have no traffic convictions such as speeding or distracted driving in the past three years and no at fault accidents…

09 Feb

Most Albertans favour staying in Canada despite sovereignty debate: Angus Reid survey

Rajeev Sharma0 CommentsAlberta, CanadaAlberta referendum, Alberta separatism, Angus Reid Institute, provincial sovereignty

Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Amid renewed discussion around provincial sovereignty, a clear majority of Albertans would choose to remain part of Canada if a separation referendum were held today, according to a new survey released by the Angus Reid Institute. The survey found that only 29 per cent of Albertans would vote in favour of separation, with most of them describing their stance as a leaning rather than a firm commitment. In contrast, 65 per cent said they would vote to stay in Canada, and most respondents in this group said their decision was definite. The findings are part of the…

08 Feb

Alberta Premier Defends Judicial Reform Stance, Calls Funding Threat a Negotiation Tool

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Edmonton (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has pushed back against mounting criticism over her recent remarks on judicial reform, saying her warning about withholding court funding was intended as a bargaining strategy rather than an attack on judicial independence. Speaking during her weekend call-in radio program, Smith said her government’s objective is to open dialogue with Ottawa and arrive at an arrangement that she believes would be balanced and respectful to the province. She argued that Alberta is seeking an equal voice in the process of appointing judges, not a confrontation with the federal government. Smith’s comments follow a…

08 Feb

Dashmesh Culture Centre and Police Agencies Hold Successful Community Safety Town Hall

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Calgary ( Rajeev Sharma): Dashmesh Culture Centre, in collaboration with the Calgary Police Service (CPS), successfully organized a Community Safety and Awareness town hall meeting to address growing concerns about crime and public safety in the area. The meeting was held in response to recent incidents involving extortion threats, intimidation, and gun violence that have created fear and uncertainty among residents and business owners. The town hall provided a platform for open and direct engagement between the community and law enforcement agencies. Representatives from the Calgary Police Service (CPS), RCMP, ALERT, and Crime Stoppers participated in the meeting, engaging directly…

07 Feb

Strong Alberta contingent set to compete at Milano-Cortina 2026 Winter Games

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta will have a significant presence on the world stage next year, with 45 athletes from the province selected to compete for Team Canada at the 2026 Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games in Milano-Cortina, Italy. The athletes, drawn from communities across Alberta, will take part in a wide range of disciplines, reflecting the province’s depth in winter sport. Their selection highlights years of training, persistence and support from provincial programs designed to help high-performance athletes compete internationally. Tourism and Sport Minister Andrew Boitchenko said the athletes embody Alberta’s strong sporting culture and commitment to excellence. He noted…

07 Feb

Alberta MLAs to engage Oregon leaders to strengthen cross-border ties

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Two Alberta legislators will travel to the United States this month as part of efforts to deepen economic and political engagement with key American states. MLA for Leduc-Beaumont Brandon Lunty and MLA for Cypress–Medicine Hat Justin Wright are scheduled to visit Salem, Oregon, from February 8 to 11 to take part in the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region’s (PNWER) 2026 Capital Visits. The trip is aimed at reinforcing Alberta’s role as a strategic partner to U.S. states and advancing shared economic interests. During the visit, the MLAs are expected to meet with Oregon lawmakers, senior state officials, academics…

07 Feb

Alberta leads national job gains, adds nearly 42,000 full-time positions

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta continues to outperform the rest of the country on the employment front, recording a sharp rise in full-time jobs despite ongoing global economic uncertainty, according to Jobs, Economy, Trade and Immigration Minister Joseph Schow. In a statement released Friday, Schow said the province added 41,800 full-time jobs in the most recent month, underscoring Alberta’s ability to weather broader economic headwinds that are affecting other parts of Canada. The minister credited the gains to the provincial government’s focus on economic diversification and investment attraction, noting that Alberta has posted the strongest employment growth in the country over…

07 Feb

Alberta reaches labour deal with health care support workers, says Minister Horner

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Calgary (Rajeev Sharma): Alberta’s government has announced the successful conclusion of collective bargaining with thousands of health care support staff, marking the end of negotiations across the province’s major health sectors for the current round. Treasury Board President and Finance Minister Nate Horner confirmed that the Alberta Union of Provincial Employees (AUPE) has finalized a new collective agreement covering general support services (GSS) employees working with Alberta Health Services (AHS), provincial health agencies (PHAs) and provincial health corporations (PHCs). The agreement affects nearly 31,000 workers employed in a wide range of roles across hospitals, clinics and other health care facilities…