Alberta Municipalities speaks out over province’s Bill 20 to have more control over local politics

Alberta’s cities and towns have begun fighting back against proposed provincial legislation. Bill 20 would give the province sweeping powers to get more involved in municipal affairs. As the group that represent municipalities ponders legal action, the premier stands firm that civic matters are ultimately provincial jurisdiction. Morgan Black reports.

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