Bill 70
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‘Evolving threats’ to public safety at legislature warrant security boost: ProvinceThe opposition NDP, meanwhile, reiterated concerns that the director of the incoming security service will be appointed by government, and could be influenced or directed.CanadaMay 11, 2022
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Saskatchewan Premier Moe says independent MLA Wilson should step down, run in byelectionMeanwhile Saskatchewan Rivers MLA Nadine Wilson, who resigned from the Sask. Party amid allegations she lied about vaccination, says its 'business as usual' at her office.PoliticsApr 28, 2022
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As Sask. session resumes, opposition eyes healthcare while government readies budgetHealthcare and cost of living will remain top of mind, if the opposition has its way. The government, meanwhile, hints surgical wait times will be targeted in the coming budget.CanadaMar 6, 2022
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Bill would protect Alberta health workers, care homes from some COVID-19 lawsuitsThe bill exempts a range of workers, including doctors, pharmacists, and care-home operators, from being sued over COVID-19 unless it is for gross negligence.PoliticsApr 22, 2021
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Thousands protest amendments to skilled trades budget bill at Queen’s ParkMore than one thousand skilled tradespeople flooded the front lawn of Queen's Park on Wednesday to protest the Liberal government's proposed amendments to Bill 70, which they say will threaten jobs and workplace safety.CanadaNov 30, 2016
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Quebec job advocates want government to reconsider Bill 70Bill 70 could cut social assistance cheques in half if people don't seek work through the government's new Objectif Emploi program.PoliticsSep 19, 2016
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Quebec government pledges $45M for youth unemployment, critics call it workfareThe Quebec government says it is investing $45 million a year for the next three years into Quebec's youth employment centres.CanadaApr 25, 2016
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‘A direct attack against human rights’: New Quebec bill targets province’s impoverishedA new bill proposes that Montreal's homeless work harder to find jobs. If not, they'll be cut off financially.CanadaJan 26, 2016
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