Decision Alberta
Fake social media bots in Alberta vote hint at dangers in federal election: experts
Rapid Response Mechanism examined the Alberta election to understand how the manipulation of social media can influence democratic politics. Continue reading
Investigation finds ‘co-ordinated’ social media bots in Alberta election
A federal agency investigating the recent Alberta election has found evidence the campaign featured tactics including co-ordinated, false social media postings. Continue reading
Stephen Mandel steps down as Alberta Party leader
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Stephen Mandel is resigning as leader of the Alberta Party to pursue a role at Concordia University. Continue reading
Recount confirms United Conservatives won in tight Calgary-Falconridge race
A recount confirmed UCP candidate Devinder Toor won in Calgary-Falconridge, but by fewer votes than previously counted. Continue reading
Judge overseeing recount in tight race for Calgary-Falconridge
Ballots from a tight race in Calgary-Falconridge from last month’s Alberta election are being recounted by hand in a Calgary courtroom. Continue reading
Notley request for special prosecutor denied for UCP leadership investigations
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
According to the deputy attorney general, investigations are already independent of government, and appointing a special prosecutor is at the discretion of police. Continue reading
Hundreds gather at Alberta Federation of Labour convention in Calgary
By Carolyn Kury de Castillo Reporter
Labour groups are worried about jobs and wages under a new UCP government. Continue reading
Alberta NDP calls for special prosecutor to oversee RCMP investigation of UCP leadership race
By Adam MacVicar Digital Journalist
Notley”s request comes as RCMP investigate alleged voter fraud involving Calgary-East UCP MLA-Elect Peter Singh. Continue reading
Jason Kenney sworn in as Alberta’s 18th premier
It’s official. Jason Kenney has been sworn in as Alberta’s 18th premier. Continue reading
COMMENTARY: Canadians keep rejecting electoral reform. Maybe we should take heed.
Rob Breakenridge wonders how many more electoral reform setbacks we need to show that Canadians don’t want to change the way we elect governments. Continue reading