Alberta remains confident on carbon pricing deal
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Alberta remains confident on carbon pricing deal

Alberta and the federal government are progressing towards a carbon pricing agreement, aiming to increase the rate to $130 per tonne by 2025 while maintaining competitiveness for large emitters. Environment Minister Grant Hunter announced $28 million in funding for six projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions and creating jobs, demonstrating a balance between environmental and economic goals.
Camrose Area Lawyers Sound Alarm Over UCP and Judicial Independence
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Camrose Area Lawyers Sound Alarm Over UCP and Judicial Independence

A letter from a group of lawyers in Camrose criticizes the UCP government for actions undermining democratic processes, including changing petition rules, concerns about judicial independence, and recent comments from Premier Smith regarding judges. They urge public involvement to safeguard democracy and judicial integrity, echoed by Alberta's Chief Justices' statements.