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US Files Trade Grievances Against Quebec, Alberta

The United States has filed trade grievances against Quebec's French-language law (Bill 96) and Alberta's electricity import practices, citing unfair trade barriers for American companies, adding to existing concerns over Canada's supply management system and digital services tax.

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Alberta Health CEO Sues, Alleging Political Interference in Contracts

Former Alberta Health Services CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos is suing the Alberta government for \$1.7 million, alleging wrongful dismissal due to her investigation into contracts, including a \$70 million deal for Turkish medication and chartered surgical facilities; multiple investigations are underwa...

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Alberta Premier Demands Federal Action to Avert National Unity Crisis

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith met with Prime Minister Mark Carney, demanding immediate action on wildfires, oil sales, and resource rights to prevent a national unity crisis; she listed specific policy changes and warned of an unprecedented crisis if demands aren't met within six months.

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Sustainable Cities and Communities
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Alberta Bill Restricts Federal Access to Oil and Gas Sites

Alberta's government proposed a bill to restrict federal employees' access to oil and gas sites to prevent federal emission data collection, sparking a constitutional dispute over jurisdiction and environmental regulation; legal experts argue the bill is unconstitutional.

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Alberta Premier Adopts Diplomatic Stance on U.S. Trade Disputes

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is pursuing a diplomatic approach to trade disputes with the U.S., advocating for increased oil export capacity to the U.S. while also pursuing alternative markets, contrasting with the tougher stance of other Canadian leaders amid tariff threats and newly discovered r...

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Canada's $10-a-day Childcare Program Faces Extension Challenges

Eleven Canadian provinces and territories have agreed to extend the federal government's $10-a-day child-care program until 2031, with an additional $36.8 billion in funding, but Alberta and Saskatchewan have not yet agreed.

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Alberta Explores 'ClosureCo' Model to Tackle Massive Oil Well Cleanup Liability

Alberta faces a $33-billion to hundreds of billions of dollars liability from 274,215 inactive oil and gas wells; the province is considering a "ClosureCo" model, where specialized companies acquire and clean up wells, but its success hinges on securing funding without public subsidies.

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Carney Pushes for Faster Energy Approvals Amidst Alberta's Demands

Prime Minister Mark Carney visited Alberta on Thursday to discuss accelerating energy infrastructure development, facing demands from Premier Danielle Smith to scrap emission regulations and ensure unfettered pipeline access, amidst an ongoing US trade war.

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Alberta's \$70-Million Children's Medicine Import: A Costly Miscalculation

Alberta spent \$70 million importing five million bottles of children's pain relief medication from Turkey in 2022, despite warnings of potential financial loss; only 1.5 million bottles were used, prompting investigations into improper contracting.

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Alberta Secession Movement Gains Momentum Amid US Trade War

Fueled by economic grievances and support for Donald Trump, a growing secessionist movement in Alberta, Canada, seeks to make the province the 51st US state, representing roughly 10 percent of Canadians, according to the Telegraph.

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Alberta's Transgender Youth Healthcare Law Faces Charter Challenge

Alberta's new law, restricting hormone therapy and puberty blockers for transgender youth under 16, is facing a court challenge arguing it violates the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms by denying essential medical care; the government defends the law, citing evolving science and youth protect...

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Alberta Health Contracts Under Investigation Amid Corruption Allegations

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announced an external review into allegations of corruption in healthcare contracts following a lawsuit alleging government interference in securing overpriced deals for private contractors, prompting the resignation of a cabinet minister.

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