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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.
MLA despairs of rise of antisemitism as Passover begins
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MLA despairs of rise of antisemitism as Passover begins

During a Passover event, Alberta MLA Samir Kayande highlighted the contrast between the holiday's spirit and the current rise of antisemitism in Canada, referencing past incidents and recent alarming statistics. He emphasized the need for community support as incidents of hate crimes against Jewish individuals have surged, marking a disturbing trend in society.
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Notwithstandinging hammer on teachers and the ATA

Gerry M. Footz responds to an article by MLA Jackie Lovely, criticizing the UCP's actions in education. He highlights the government's failure to negotiate fairly with teachers, their low per capita spending on education, and their anti-union stance. Footz expresses skepticism regarding the UCP's commitment to genuinely improving educational conditions in Alberta.