Tag: Central Alberta

  • Parents Will Pay Higher Prices to Send Their Kids to School Under NDP Carbon Tax: Smith

    Parents Will Pay Higher Prices to Send Their Kids to School Under NDP Carbon Tax: Smith

    EDMONTON, AB: The NDP government should come clean on the full cost of the carbon tax in classrooms across Alberta and the higher bus and school fees that will be paid by parents, Wildrose Shadow Education Minister Mark Smith said today. A media estimate pegs the cost increase for filling the tanks of the 500…

  • CFIB Challenges Premier’s Minimum Wage Assertions

    CFIB Challenges Premier’s Minimum Wage Assertions

    CALGARY, April, 2016 – Contrary to the government’s belief, the prevailing story that a large number of minimum wage earners are single parents is a myth.  On Thursday, Premier Notley justified the government’s plans to press ahead with their $15 minimum wage proposal by claiming: “it is not appropriate for a single parent to work…

  • Hunter Statement on National Day of Mourning

    Hunter Statement on National Day of Mourning

    EDMONTON, AB (April 28, 2016): Wildrose Shadow Jobs Minister Grant Hunter released the following statement to mark Canada’s National Day of Mourning: “Our National Day of Mourning was established as a way to honour the memories of those who have lost their lives in the course of their work. “Last year, 125 Albertans never came…

  • Statement from Minister Gray on National Day of Mourning

    Statement from Minister Gray on National Day of Mourning

    Labour Minister Christina Gray released the following statement regarding National Day of Mourning, a day honouring the workers who have lost their lives or suffered injury or illness in work-related incidents in 2015. “Last year, there were 125 fatalities in Alberta, according to the Workers’ Compensation Board, and many more work-related injuries. “Today, on National…

  • Government responds to Child and Youth Advocate Special Report on Aboriginal Youth Suicide

    Government responds to Child and Youth Advocate Special Report on Aboriginal Youth Suicide

      The Ministers of Human Services, Education, Indigenous Relations and the Associate Minister of Health issued the following statements in response to the Child and Youth Advocate’s Special Report on Aboriginal Youth Suicide: “The stories of these young people are heartbreaking and are reflective of some very uncomfortable realities of our society. I am grateful…

  • Child and Youth Advocate releases investigative review involving suicides of seven Aboriginal youth

    Child and Youth Advocate releases investigative review involving suicides of seven Aboriginal youth

    The Office of the Child and Youth Advocate has completed an Investigative Review regarding the suicides of seven Aboriginal youth and is publicly releasing the results of the review as outlined under the Child and Youth Advocate Act. “We must work harder to support Aboriginal young people at risk for suicide. I sincerely hope this…

  • What Should I Do if I Meet a Service Dog?

    What Should I Do if I Meet a Service Dog?

  • ree Tax-Filing Services Help Families Most in Need Access New Alberta Child Benefit

    ree Tax-Filing Services Help Families Most in Need Access New Alberta Child Benefit

    The Government is reminding eligible parents to file a tax return to receive the new Alberta Child Benefit and also that free tax clinics are available throughout Alberta to help. “During these tough economic times, our government is ensuring that parents are able to provide their children with opportunities to succeed and thrive. I encourage…

  • Premier Notley to Promote Climate Leadership and Economic Diversification in Washington, D.C.

    Environmental responsibility and diversification across sectors will be at the forefront of discussions when Premier Notley travels to the U.S. capital from April 27 to 29. While on the ground, Premier Notley will draw attention to Alberta’s progress on the Climate Leadership Plan and how it will create opportunities to advance clean technologies and renewables…

  • Jean Calls on Notley and Feds to Speak out Against Planned Tanker Ban, Support Line 3

    EDMONTON, AB: (Tuesday), Wildrose Leader Brian Jean once again called on Premier Rachel Notley to state her position on a planned tanker ban on British Columbia’s north coast, and also asked for the federal Liberal government to reverse its long-standing opposition to the Northern Gateway pipeline and to formally approve the Enbridge Line 3 replacement. As…

  • Budget 2016 Invests in Alberta Hospitals to Support Patients and Families

    Budget 2016 Invests in Alberta Hospitals to Support Patients and Families

    Alberta is boosting funding for maintaining and renewing health-care facilities by 16 per cent. The 2016 capital plan includes $759.5 million for maintenance and renewal of the province’s health-care facilities over the next five years, as part of Alberta’s Infrastructure Maintenance Program. This represents an overall increase of about $107 million — or roughly 16…

  • Fildebrandt Statement on Alberta Credit Downgrade

    Fildebrandt Statement on Alberta Credit Downgrade

    EDMONTON, AB: Yesterday, Wildrose Shadow Finance Minister Derek Fildebrandt released the following statement in response to Moody’s credit downgrade: “No one is surprised by today’s announcement by Moody’s that Alberta’s AAA credit rating has been downgraded. In the Fall, Wildrose repeatedly warned the government that overspending and no controls on borrowing would lead to credit downgrades.…

  • Choice in Education Makes our Province Stronger

    Choice in Education Makes our Province Stronger

      During the past election campaign, Wildrose firmly stood behind defending parental choice in education. Public, Catholic, Independent, Charter and Home Education options all play a critical role in our education system. This diversity of choice gives parents viable and effective alternatives, while improving overall learning outcomes. At the end of the day, a parent…

  • Statement from Minister Joe Ceci on Moody’s Credit Rating

    Statement from Minister Joe Ceci on Moody’s Credit Rating

      President of Treasury Board and Minister of Finance Joe Ceci issued the following statement about Moody’s credit downgrade. “Today’s credit rating downgrade is a disappointment. Around the world, companies and governments engaged in petroleum production are facing ratings downgrades. In Alberta, we are in a better position than most to manage these pressures, while…

  • Clearing the Air in Central Alberta

    The Alberta government is releasing a plan to help improve ambient air quality in the Red Deer region. Between 2009 and 2013, ambient air quality in the region exceeded Canadian standards for fine particulate matter. The plan will help bring ambient air quality in compliance with national standards. “Our government is committed to reducing the…