Danielle Smith visits Tofield as state of local emergency expands to Beaver County – July 2 Mercury is out now!
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Alberta teachers’ strike fuels national petition on notwithstanding clause
Teacher leaders in Canada are pushing the federal government to restrict the use of the notwithstanding clause in labor disputes, following Alberta's controversial invocation to end a teachers' strike. The Canadian Teachers’ Federation has launched a petition highlighting the harmful implications of using this clause to undermine workers' rights.
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Court of King’s Bench quashes separatist petition referendum; premier pledges to appeal
A Court of King’s Bench decision favored the Athabasca Chipewyan First Nation and Blackfoot Confederacy, nullifying a referendum petition for Alberta's independence. Justice Leonard ruled the Chief Electoral Officer had erred in approving a petition deemed unconstitutional. Both the separatists and Alberta’s government plan to appeal the ruling.
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Province eyes Highway 14 improvements near Tofield
Highway construction near Tofield, set to begin in 2028, aims to enhance traffic safety along Highway 14, as confirmed by Minister Devin Dreeshen. The development includes a 19-kilometre overlay and updated intersections for better traffic flow, addressing safety concerns amid high collision rates on this vital trade route.
Justice Minister hosts rural roundtable on MAID concerns
Minister of Justice Mickey Amery introduced Bill 18, aimed at establishing stringent protections for Medical Aid in Dying (MAID) in Alberta. The bill restricts MAID eligibility for individuals with mental illnesses, under 18, and those lacking decision-making capacity. It seeks to prevent coercion in MAID decisions and impose sanctions on violators.