Tom Vernon

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• Smith’s discrimination comments being used as recruiting tool in Ontario

  Smith hasn't apologized for the comments, but has since said she did not mean to trivialize discrimination faced by minority communities and other persecuted groups.

  Canada

  Oct 13, 2022
• Albertans to see tax hike on gas prices Oct. 1

  Retailers have been told by the UCP government to begin collecting 4.5 cents per litre in provincial fuel taxes as the average closing price of WTI has fallen below $90 per barrel.

  Consumer

  Sep 22, 2022
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• Oilsands operators confident they can meet Canada’s net zero goals

  Alberta's oilsands sector generates around 70 million tonnes of emissions each year — around one-tenth of Canada's entire emissions profile.

  Economy

  Sep 16, 2022
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• Former Alberta NDP cabinet minister Deron Bilous will not seek re-election

  First elected in 2012, Deron Bilous served as a cabinet minister in Rachel Notley's NDP government from 2015 to 2019, and was re-elected for a third term in 2019.

  Economy

  Aug 11, 2022
• As oil prices fall, what happens to Alberta’s gas tax relief plan?

  Alberta's current gas tax relief plan is tied to the price of oil. For the relief to be changed, the price of WTI would need to average below $90 USD for the entire quarter.

  Consumer

  Aug 5, 2022
• Dr. Hinshaw receives massive bonus for extra COVID-19 pandemic work

  Dr. Deena Hinshaw saw a COVID-related bonus of $230,000 last year. At the same time, Alberta nurses were being asked to take a pay cut.

  Politics

  Aug 1, 2022
• Heartland Generation exploring hydrogen conversion for decades old plant

  The proposal would see the company not only convert the Battle River Power Station to hydrogen, but build a new facility on the same site to produce the needed hydrogen.

  Economy

  Jul 26, 2022
• Alberta NDP wants inquiry into beef price hikes

  According to Statistics Canada, the price for ground beef in Alberta has jumped 11 per cent year over year, while prices for top sirloin cuts have jumped 43 per cent.

  Economy

  Jul 15, 2022
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• Albertans set to receive double carbon tax rebate this week

  A family of four can expect to receive $539.50 on Friday morning. Two more quarterly payments will be sent to Albertans in October and January.

  Consumer

  Jul 14, 2022
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• Danielle Smith files UCP nomination package with a focus on Alberta autonomy

  Smith has promised legislation she will authorize the provincial government to refuse to enforce federal laws deemed harmful to Alberta's interests.

  Politics

  Jul 12, 2022
• Alberta’s tourism industry faces daunting path to rebuild lost workforce

  "It could take up to ten years to get back to where we were pre-pandemic," said Darren Reeder with the Tourism Industry Association of Alberta.

  Consumer

  Jun 9, 2022
• Kenney seriously considered leaving his post before deciding to fight for his job: audio recording

  In a secret recording obtained by Global News, Kenney said to caucus staff members that "the lunatics are trying to take over the asylum, and I'm not going to let them."

  Politics

  Mar 24, 2022
• Premier Kenney encouraged by Trudeau ban on Russian oil, wants Biden to follow suit

  "This unnecessary war must stop now, the costs will only grow steeper and those responsible will be held accountable," the prime minister said while announcing the measure.

  Economy

  Feb 28, 2022
• Leaked emails show caucus frustration with Premier Jason Kenney remains

  "Just a thought, defuse the border confrontation and remove the REP as of midnight; two birds with one stone," MLA Dave Hanson emailed while the Premier was still speaking.

  Politics

  Feb 2, 2022
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• Economist believes Alberta is on track for a balanced budget this year

  "Markets are kind of anticipating oil averaging about $76 per barrel in the coming fiscal year, and we only need $71 dollars per barrel in order to balance," said Trevor Tombe.

  Economy

  Jan 14, 2022
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• Getting regulations right key to unlocking Alberta’s next energy economy

  'Alberta can be one of the largest global producers of lithium, based on the resources that we have here in the province,' said E3 Metals CEO Chris Doornbos.

  Economy

  Jan 7, 2022
• Getting off coal, how Capital Power plans to completely transform Genesee

  The Genesee power plant is currently being converted from coal fired to natural gas, the new turbines are also hydrogen ready when there's enough supply to make that switch.

  Economy

  Jan 5, 2022
• Major projects have Grande Prairie on the leading edge of new energy economy

  "Grande Prairie has always been an entrepreneurial capital across Canada, and now it's just bringing those future opportunities to light," said Grande Prairie Mayor Jackie Clayton.

  Economy

  Jan 4, 2022
• UCP holds Christmas party after asking Albertans to scale back close contacts

  Photos obtained by Global News show among those in attendance at a UCP Christmas party was Justice Minister Kaycee Madu.

  Politics

  Dec 22, 2021
• Canadian energy sector expects uptick of activity in 2022

  The annual forecast is projecting 6,457 wells to be drilled in Canada next year, a 26 per cent increase over 2021, creating an additional 7,280 jobs in the industry.

  Canada

  Nov 23, 2021
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• Mike Nickel fails to win Edmonton mayoral race as opponents say ‘stop with the polarization’

  Nickel finished second to Amarjeet Sohi, earning nearly 60,000 votes, finishing with 25 per cent support.

  Politics

  Oct 19, 2021
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• AHS threatened with constitutional challenge over COVID-19 vaccine mandate

  The group has sent a letter directly to AHS CEO Dr. Verna Yiu demanding the policy be reviewed, calling it a disproportionate response to the COVID-19 virus.

  Health

  Oct 15, 2021
• Former UCP MLA Drew Barnes explores forming a new rural Alberta political party

  Former UCP MLA Drew Barnes explores forming a new rural Alberta political party due to what he believes is a lack of representation for those in rural areas.

  Politics

  Oct 11, 2021
• UCP constituency association demands review of Premier Jason Kenney’s leadership

  The United Conservative Party constituency board in Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills voted 27 to 1 in favour of launching a leadership review.

  Politics

  Sep 17, 2021
• Alberta’s 4th wave of COVID-19 mirrors the beginning of previous 2 spikes: Expert

  'I don't see any bending of the curve that would suggest that we're going to see an earlier or lower peak than those two previous waves.'

  Health

  Aug 26, 2021