Alberta faces historic 24.2 billion deficit on weak outlook
Alberta's first quarter update shows a deficit of 24.2 billion, more than triple the February projection. Finance Minister Travis Toews warns of very difficult days as debt nears 100 billion and revenue falls sharply amid oil price collapse and COVID-19. Opposition calls for policy shifts and pillar investments in health and education.
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Suffield base could weather changes in British training
Local officials warn that any scaling back or closure of British Army Training Unit at CFB Suffield near Medicine Hat would strike a heavy blow to the regional economy. Mayor Ted Clugston notes the base has stabilized the area since the 1970s while MPs Drew Barnes and Glen Motz say talks about BATUS use have occurred before and a new arrangement could replace an outright end to the partnership.
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