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Alberta to use Sovereignty Act to push back on proposed federal emissions cap
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says her government is eyeing a number of steps to challenge the proposed federal greenhouse gas emissions cap.
Alberta forecasts $4.6B surplus in budget update, but braces for uncertainty
Alberta is forecasting a $4.6-billion surplus for this fiscal year, but Finance Minister Nate Horner says mounting pressures threaten to soon put the province in the red.
Lacking definitions among Alberta privacy commissioner's worries over 2 government bills
Alberta's information and privacy commissioner says she has big concerns — including fuzzy definitions and insufficient guardrails — in two bills now being debated in the house.
Fire-stricken Jasper braces for winter as it adapts to new normal
Three months after residents were allowed to return to the Rocky Mountain tourist town after a devastating wildfire, Jasper residents and businesses are gearing up for the winter season once again.
Investigation underway after Alberta Innovates hit by cyberattack
Alberta Crown corporation, Alberta Innovates, says it recently experienced "network issues" after it was the target of a cyberattack.
Alberta animal trapping, harvesting limits lifted to get more data: forestry minister
Alberta Forestry Minister Todd Loewen says the decision to lift limits on trapping and harvesting for animals like wolverines is being done to get more data on how many there are.
Alberta municipalities asked to 'nominate' oil companies not paying taxes for more enforcement
The Alberta government is asking rural municipalities to send letters pointing the finger at specific oil and gas companies that aren't paying their property taxes — but one rural leader says there's no hope for enforcement.
Alberta infrastructure minister accepted free Edmonton Oilers playoff tickets
Alberta's Infrastructure Minister Peter Guthrie says he accepted free Edmonton Oilers NHL playoff tickets but that it didn't contravene government conflict-of-interest rules.
Lower-than-forecast oil prices could mean Alberta budget deficit, premier says
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith says a potential budget deficit next year is not off the table as oil prices sit below what was projected.
Alberta publishes new accessibility design guide, but minister says more needs to be done
The Alberta government has published a new accessibility design guide, marking the first major update to the document since 2017.