Payne voices grave concerns over Nexen sale to state Chinese firm
Collin Gallant reports that MP LaVar Payne warned in a 2012 letter to Industry Minister Paradis that the Nexen oilsands sale to a Chinese state-owned company risks Canadian values and legal norms. He said the concerns reflected constituents and noted potential positive outcomes as well. The CBC posted the document online after an FOI release, highlighting inside Conservative Caucus processes.
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Relay for Life moves to daytime in Medicine Hat
The Canadian Cancer Society shifts this year’s Relay for Life to a noon to midnight schedule on June 22 and relocates from Kin Coulee Park to Medicine Hat High School football field. Organizers aim to broaden participation across youth families and seniors, noting 70 teams registered this year and a 12 hour event designed to reduce overnight burdens.
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Alberta Ontario compare notes on doctors pay talks
Premier Alison Redford says Alberta and Ontario are comparing notes on how to negotiate doctors pay. Ministers of health discussed contract talks and fee structures. Ontario battles a large deficit and pressed reforms to cut doctors fees.
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Redford to host Alberta economic summit February 9
Premier Alison Redford announces an economic summit at Mount Royal University in Calgary on February 9 to brainstorm solutions to Alberta’s budget reliance on energy revenues. She cites a $6 billion hit from falling oil prices and seeks ways to stabilize spending and reduce revenue volatility. Participating panelists will be named soon.
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