Kathleen Ganley
Alberta government looks to include schools in abortion protest buffer zones
Currently, there is a legal 50-metre buffer zone around abortion clinics in Alberta to prevent staff and patients from being harassed by protesters. Continue reading
Next phase of Alberta’s rural crime strategy to focus on victims
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
Alberta’s rural crime strategy has seen more than 800 arrests and 2800 charges laid, but more remains to be done. Continue reading
Alberta Justice adds $4.5M to victims of crime fund
Justice Minister Kathleen Ganley says the money will go to a number of initiatives, including $1.1 million to help police help victims. Continue reading
Alberta commits $70M to legal aid services
Alberta is putting in another $70 million to legal aid services as part of a new agreement. Continue reading
Alberta RCMP’s new commanding officer returns to province where he’s spent most of his career
Alberta Justice says Assistant Commissioner Curtis Zablocki has been appointed the RCMP commanding officer for the province. Continue reading
RCMP tout success of Alberta rural crime strategy
RCMP said the program has been successful because their strategy involved targetting repeat offenders as well as working with volunteer community crime watch groups. Continue reading
Group wants housing legislation reform for Alberta common-law couples
The Alberta Law Reform Institute says it wouldn’t be difficult, they could just use the same legislation that married couples already use. Continue reading
Best practice guide to help Alberta police investigate sexual assault cases
By Aurelio Perri Radio reporter
Developed over a number of years, a new best practice guide will provide police across Alberta with up-to-date information about sexual violence and better ways to support victims. Continue reading
B.C. set to take Alberta to court over ‘turn off the taps’ legislation
By Richard Zussman Online Journalist based at B.C. Legislature
“Alberta has the right to act in the public interest to reduce the negative impacts to our treasury and the economy,” said a letter from Alberta’s justice minister. Continue reading
Politics and parenting: Baby boom spurs change in one of Alberta’s oldest institutions
By Jennifer Crosby Anchor
More female ministers walk the halls of the Alberta legislature — some with babies on their hips, part of a shift that is changing the face of politics worldwide. Continue reading