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Singer Corb Lund says coal isn't partisan- it's an environmental one for those who love Alberta's natural bounty- including ranchers and hunters

That's why he's launched a citizen driving initiative aimed at ending Alberta's new coal projects

Thoughts?

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Singer Corb Lund says coal isn't partisan- it's an environmental one for those who love Alberta's natural bounty- including ranchers and hunters

That's why he's launched a citizen driving initiative aimed at ending Alberta's new coal projects

Thoughts?

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Mining CEO touts benefits of Grassy Mountain project as protesters warn of environmental harm The CEO of a major minerals company believes that a proposed steelmaking coal mine would greatly benefit south...

The timing of the approval of Corb Lund's anti-coal iniative comes the same day as the CEO of Grassy Mountain made his pitch in Lethbridge for a project he argues is economical and environmentally sound.

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Alberta government refusing questions from NDP MLA over question period remark EDMONTON — Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s government and a member of the Opposition NDP are in a standoff over questions in the legislature.

The UCP wants Schmidt to say sorry for suggesting in questions last week that Education Minister Demetrios Nicolaides would be OK abetting sexual predators if he doesn't make changes to how serious incidents are reported at daycares.

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Federal public servants to face ‘different levels’ of return-to-office rules Podcast Episode · The Courtney Theriault Show · 12/08/2025 · 7m

The feds could soon end hybrid work for public sector employees, arguing it would boost productivity and collaboration in the office

But @andiewinnipeg.bsky.social argues there's no room for workers, flu rates are way up and it will force women from the workforce

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Here's the petition of the legislative proposal by Corb Lund on banning coal mining on the Eastern slopes

Citizen Initiative Application Approved, Notice of Initiative Petition Issued - Elections Alberta EDMONTON – Today, Alberta’s Chief Electoral Officer, Gordon McClure, issued a Notice of Initiative Petition. This confirms a citizen initiative petition application has been received and the Chief Ele...

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Elections Alberta has approved musician Corb Lund's Citizen Driven Initiative application to ban coal activity within the Eastern Slopes of the Rocky Mountains.

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Dreams do come true.

Globe editorial: The questions unanswered in Alberta’s health care procurement controversy The province has called off negotiations for two private surgical facilities, but the mystery surrounding the government’s actions remains

"Last Friday, the Alberta government cancelled negotiations with two companies, owned in part by Mr. Mraiche...That move deepened the mystery surrounding the government’s actions, and leaves fundamental questions unanswered."

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"The Herald attempted to contact Tanner through the recall email, as well as by calling Aztec Steel Fabricators where a Ryan Tanner is listed as co-owner, but received no response."

Stalled recall? Recall campaign on Nathan Neudorf goes radio silent

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Alberta’s Smith says courts should not be gatekeepers on constitutional questions | Globalnews.ca Premier Danielle Smith says courts shouldn’t be “gatekeepers” to an independence referendum, defending legislation stopping a court case after a judge called it undemocratic.

Alberta’s Smith says courts should not be gatekeepers on constitutional questions, adds giving Justice Minister Mickey Amery the power over referendum questions upholds democracy

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Is the UCP a separatist party?

Former PC cabinet minister Mark Norris admits there are reasons to think that but instead argues they're a party of "half-wits" given how many mistakes they've made, and how often they have to fix their own legislation.

Thoughts?

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National Day of Remembrance and Action on Violence Against Women Podcast Episode · The Courtney Theriault Show · 2025-12-05 · 10m

At least 580 women have been killed by men since 2020.

Would adding femicide to the criminal code and declaring a provincial DV epidemic help save lives?

Chatted with Cat Champagne from AB Council of Women's Shelters on violence against women.

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Judge says proposed referendum on Alberta independence would be unconstitutional | CBC News An Alberta judge has determined a proposed referendum question on Alberta separating from Canada is unconstitutional, less than 24 hours after the provincial government introduced legislation that wou...

Judge says proposed referendum on Alberta independence would be unconstitutional, calls proposed UCP legislation to override decision antithetical to the rule of law and democracy.

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Alberta auditor general seeks funding for health care audits, staff wage increases Doug Wylie is seeking $3 million for audits of 8 new health care organizations, to cover staff pay increases, and replace outdated software.

Alberta auditor general seeks funding for new health care audits, staff wage increases and to replace outdated software; UCP MLA accused AG's office of failing to live up to its core responsibilities.

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The petitioner against LaGrange cites the 'CorruptCare' scandal and her time as education minister during the COVID peak.

LaGrange says she worked to save education jobs during COVID, and that she was not health minister when the 'CorruptCare' scandal happened.

The petitioner against the NDP's Chapman says she is a harsh partisan and backs unions over families who prioritize education and affordability.

Chapman replies by laying out what she's done on the education file.

And then there were 19.

Recall petitions have been approved for UCP MLAs Peter Singh, Tanya Fir and Adriana LaGrance, along with NDP MLA Amanda Chapman.

Should religion be exempt from Canada’s hate speech laws? Podcast Episode · The Courtney Theriault Show · 2025-12-04 · 7m

As the feds reportedly discuss axing the religious 'good faith' exemption from its hate speech bill, could you go to jail for just reading the bible outloud as some critics suggest?

No, says one free speech expert, who says the bar for a hate crime remains high.

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Danielle Smith slips to her lowest support in two years in latest Angus Reid poll.

Smith finds herself in the middle of the pack among all premiers, with Wab Kinew and Susan Holt pacing the pack.

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Sam Mraiche was investigated by Elections Alberta over alleged illegal political donations Regulator says Mraiche was being investigated this year in connection to an alleged straw donor scheme

“Mr. Mraiche is alleged to have given funds to other people for the purpose of having those people make contributions to a registered party."

Sam Mraiche was investigated by Elections Alberta over alleged illegal political donations

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UCP AGM: gun seizure program, separatism and the PC party name Podcast Episode · The Courtney Theriault Show · 2025-12-01 · 12m

The bill would look to sewer plans for Peter Guthrie to rebrand the Alberta Party with the PC moniker.

He claims the government is doing this because they are scared at the prospect of another conservative brand stealing votes.

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The bill would move more authority and responsibility to Amery over what questions are put to voters from the chief electoral officer.

Alberta bill aims to clear further obstacles to citizen-driven referendum questions EDMONTON — The Alberta government is clearing more legal hurdles faced by citizens aiming to put referendum questions on a ballot, including the prospect of leaving Confederation.

New Alberta bill would end court case on APP sovereignty question, limit new party names and end longest ballot.

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"I’m just a member of the community who feels like we need to take our power back."

Brittany, behind the recall petition for Premier Smith, says she has no ties to the NDP or AFL and argues Smith doesn’t represent her constituents.

Thoughts?

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Alberta government hires PR firm during teacher strike! 🤯 Read the full story and comment on TownAndCountryToday.com

Alberta government awarded PR firm sole-source $200K contract to run education campaign to sway public opinion during teachers' battle

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"I’m just a member of the community who feels like we need to take our power back."

Brittany, behind the recall petition for Premier Smith, says she has no ties to the NDP or AFL and argues Smith doesn’t represent her constituents.

Thoughts?

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Alberta used notwithstanding clause to avoid costly arbitration with teachers, infrastructure minister says Alberta infrastructure minister says the province invoked the notwithstanding clause to force teachers back was due to cost.

Alberta used notwithstanding clause to avoid costly arbitration with teachers, infrastructure minister confirms

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"Andre Tremblay is currently on a leave of absence from his role at Alberta Health Services. As this is an internal AHS HR matter, we cannot comment further."

Here's confirmation about a change of leadership at AHS.

Giving Tuesday: Edmonton youth and family charities see surging demand Podcast Episode · The Courtney Theriault Show · 2025-12-02 · 7m

There is no shortage of causes to highlight on this Giving Tuesday, but I'll give a nudge to the Bissell Centre.

Chatted with @scarletbjornson.bsky.social about their work and fundraising as affordability remains a top issue for people.

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