Warner named legislative speaker for Alberta Assembly
Bob Wanner, former Medicine Hat public services commissioner and NDP MLA, named speaker of Alberta's Legislative Assembly after Gene Zwezdesky lost his seat. Wanner, who takes the oath as speaker, vows to learn quickly and emphasize representing the public’s best interests.
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Notley sworn in as Alberta’s first new premier in 43 years
Rachel Notley was sworn in as Alberta’s 17th premier on the legislature steps, heading a new NDP government. Her cabinet includes Joe Ceci as finance minister Margaret McCuaig Boyd as energy minister and Brian Mason as infrastructure and transport minister, ending 43 years of conservative rule.
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Alberta NDP forms first provincial government in history
Alberta voters delivered a historic shift on May 5 as the NDP won 54 of 87 seats to topple the Progressive Conservatives who had ruled since 1971. Rachel Notley becomes premier, the second female leader of the province, succeeding Jim Prentice.
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Alberta Chamber AGM debates minimum wage policy
Alberta Chambers of Commerce press policy to recommend annual wage reviews tied to CPI with a six month notice and ongoing wage research. Local chamber president Khrista Vogt cites potential job losses and a $320,000 annual impact for a restaurant if wage rises proceed. The group aims to keep Alberta business friendly while studying effects.
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