Alberta carbon tax
Is federal carbon tax killing jobs? Experts say answer isn’t ‘black and white’
The Saskatchewan Government has said the carbon tax is killing jobs, but one expert says job losses in the energy sector are not the result of any sole factor, but a confluence of different issues. Continue reading
It will be hard to calculate the federal carbon tax’s effect on jobs: experts
Some experts say not enough time has passed and not enough research has been done to know what impact federal carbon pricing is having on jobs. Continue reading
Greenhouse gas intensity decreasing at Suncor, CNRL: report
By Scott Johnston Reporter
Recently released data from Canada’s two largest oil and gas producers, Suncor and CNRL, show the same thing: their greenhouse gas emission intensity levels continue to trend downward. Continue reading
Alberta launches promised constitutional challenge of federal carbon tax
The government said the federal tax, which is imposed on any province that doesn’t establish its own policy, “disrupts the balance of Canada’s federation.” Continue reading
Federal carbon tax will be imposed in Alberta on Jan. 1: environment minister
Ottawa says a federal carbon tax will be imposed on Alberta starting Jan. 1. Continue reading
Alberta makes it official: Bill passed and proclaimed to kill carbon tax
Members of the legislature voted Monday night to pass the bill that repeals the tax. Continue reading
Alberta provincial carbon tax dead, as federal tax looms
The premier’s office says that, as with all tax change announcements, it takes effect at the time it’s announced, with legislation to support the change coming at a later date. Continue reading
Alberta throne speech followed by bill to repeal provincial carbon tax
Kenney has promised what he calls a spring of renewal to repeal the provincial carbon tax brought in by the former NDP government and to pass new rules to help businesses and entrepreneurs flourish. Continue reading
Albertans will pay either provincial or federal carbon tax. Which will hurt less?
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
Alberta Premier Jason Kenney has pledged to remove the province’s carbon tax by May 30. Once that happens, the federal backstop is expected to take its place. We look at which tax is easier on the average Albertan’s pocketbook. Continue reading
UCP members sworn in at Alberta legislature ahead of spring session
The 63 members of the United Conservative caucus, including Premier Jason Kenney, were sworn in at the legislature on Tuesday morning. Continue reading