Smith apologizes for Wildrose to PC floor crossing
Former Wildrose leader Danielle Smith apologizes to Albertans for the December floor crossing that moved eight Wildrose MLAs to join Premier Jim Prentice's PC government. She says more time for engagement was needed and accepts responsibility for public anger. Smith vows to seek the PC nomination for Highwood.
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Hatters hope Prentice flood claim pledge speeds relief
Alberta premier Jim Prentice announced 20 million in funding and 15 temporary case workers to clear the 2013 flood disaster recovery program backlog of about 2000 claims. Dave Marshall and Anne Switzer welcomed moves but remained cautious about political timing and outcomes.
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Harper government braces for grilling over oil plunge economy
MPs return to the House with the economy as the focus amid oil price collapse. Prime Minister Stephen Harper touts a balanced budget and income splitting while opposition question the fiscal plan and Bank of Canada rate cut. The NDP and Liberals urge a committee update from Finance Minister Joe Oliver and Governor Stephen Poloz as election jitters rise.
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