Category: Politics

  • Marney Delver Featured in Art Gallery in Macleod MP’s Ottawa Office

    May 8, 2015 – Ottawa, Ontario Macleod MP John Barlow has invited artists and photographers from across his riding to submit their work to be included in the Foothills Gallery, an exhibit area in his Ottawa office which features the work of local artisans. As of May 2015, Ms. Marney Delver is the new artist featured…

  • Cameron Wins Majority in UK 2015 Election

    Cameron Wins Majority in UK 2015 Election

    The Conservatives win a 12-seat majority in parliament as Labour are almost wiped out by the SNP in Scotland and the Liberal Democrats suffer major losses.

  • Notley must fix the voting system: Fair Vote Canada  

    Notley must fix the voting system: Fair Vote Canada  

    After an election in which 798,000 votes went nowhere, Rachel Notley has a golden opportunity to bring a more democratic voting system to Alberta. “Proportional representation is a long-time policy of the Alberta NDP,” said Yared Mehzenta, spokesperson for Fair Vote Canada’s Edmonton Chapter. “We call on the premier-elect to act on electoral reform.” “Given…

  • Okotoks Student Visits Ottawa

    Okotoks Student Visits Ottawa

      Amlika Nair, a Grade 9 student at Westmount School, was among a select group of Canadian students, aged 15 to 19, who had the chance to visit Ottawa for a week in February where they recreated parliament “on the Hill.” The “Forum for Young Canadians” provides youth with the opportunity to get a close…

  • AUMA Congratulates Premier-Elect Rachel Notley on Election Victory

    AUMA Congratulates Premier-Elect Rachel Notley on Election Victory

      Edmonton—May 6, 2015 Following last night’s election results, AUMA offers congratulations to NDP Leader Rachel Notley on her successful election as Premier-Elect of Alberta. “I look forward to meeting and discussing our joint priorities,” said Helen Rice, AUMA President. “A new political landscape in our province will create new opportunities to work together to…

  • Election Light 2015 Changes Alberta Skyline

    Election Light 2015 Changes Alberta Skyline

    Edmonton— ATB Financial’s headquarters in downtown Edmonton will again tonight be lit in the voice of the province recorded in Tuesday’s historic provincial election. The New Democratic Party won approximately 61 per cent of the 87 seats in the legislature. Wildrose captured 24 per cent, the Progressive Conservatives 11 per cent, with the Liberals and the…

  • Unofficial Results of Alberta’s 2015 Election from abvote.ca

    Unofficial Results of Alberta’s 2015 Election from abvote.ca

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  • Foothills Unofficial Election Results!

    Foothills Unofficial Election Results!

    Unofficial Elections results in the Foothills ridings shows: Livingstone-Macleod Riding – Wildrose Party Pat Stier re-elected! Highwood Riding – Wildrose Party Wayne Anderson elected! We’ll bring you full coverage tomorrow.  

  • No Voter Apathy Evident this Election!

    No Voter Apathy Evident this Election!

    Local polling stations are reporting a steady stream of voters all day long, with several busy surges. The Unoffical Report on Advance Polling stations from Elections Alberta showed a 31% increase in voter turn out compared to the 2012 Advanced Polls. One official at the C. Ian McLaren polling station in Black Diamond commented that…

  • It’s time for new energy in Alberta

    It’s time for new energy in Alberta

    By Greg Clark, the Alberta Party It’s been a remarkable few weeks in Alberta politics. Across the province it’s clear that Albertans have “got it”. On the doorsteps, in coffee shops and in seniors homes, citizens have expressed deep concern about the future of our province and the need for change. Everyone understands that the…

  • Wildrose Leader Brian Jean Releases Open Letter to all Albertans

    Wildrose Leader Brian Jean Releases Open Letter to all Albertans

      CALGARY, AB (May 4, 2015): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean released a letter to all Albertans asking for their support in the upcoming provincial election: “After 44 long years, the PC dynasty is coming to an end. “Albertans want change. They want to know they will have leadership that stands up for them and speaks…

  • Do You Know Where to Vote on May 5th?

    Do You Know Where to Vote on May 5th?

    [break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break][break] If you are wondering where to vote on May 5th, 2015 here’s your information: Black Diamond residents vote at C. Ian McLaren School, 402 – 3rd Street SW, Black Diamond. Longview residents also vote at C. Ian McLaren School, 402 – 3rd Street SW, Black Diamond. Turner Valley residents vote at Turner Valley School.…

  • Wildrose Pledges $500 Activity Tax Credits For Children and Seniors Once Budget is Balanced

    Wildrose Pledges $500 Activity Tax Credits For Children and Seniors Once Budget is Balanced

      CALGARY, AB (May 1, 2015): Today, Wildrose Leader Brian Jean said a Wildrose government would introduce a $500 Child Activity Tax Credit and $500 Seniors Activity Tax Credit once the budget is balanced. The tax credit would allow seniors and families with children under 18 years of age participating in cultural, arts, or sports programs to claim a tax credit for those fees…

  • Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi meets Brian Jean

    Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi meets Brian Jean

      CALGARY, AB — Brian Jean, leader of the Wildrose party poses for a photo with Calgary Mayor Naheed Nenshi after the two met Thursday afternoon.

  • Alberta Liberals Announce Most Comprehensive Arts & Culture Platform of ANY Party

    Alberta Liberals Announce Most Comprehensive Arts & Culture Platform of ANY Party

    By Jeremy Dutton, Alberta Liberal Party Red Deer – David Swann introduced the most comprehensive arts and culture policy of any party. “Even in these uncertain economic times, support for the Alberta creative community must continue,” says Alberta Liberal leader David Swann. “For every dollar invested in the arts, an estimated $12 of economic activity…