Prentice Shakes Alberta Cabinet With New Faces
Alberta's new premier Jim Prentice expanded his cabinet by naming two unelected civilians to lead health and education. Former Edmonton mayor Stephen Mandel becomes health minister and Gordon Dirks takes education. Prentice plans byelections for himself, Mandel, and Dirks as part of a broader cabinet shakeup aimed at ending patronage and contract concerns.
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Federal party leaders pitch to middle class in Ottawa
Prime Minister Stephen Harper framed Conservative gains as benefits for families with tax cuts and programs worth about 3500 dollars annually. Tom Mulcair pressed a federal minimum wage plan while Justin Trudeau proposed two year EI premium holidays for employers hiring more workers. Parliament resumes launch campaign for 2015.
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Smart meter overrun discussed by Medicine Hat council
Medicine Hat city council questioned an expected overrun of 3.8 million dollars on the 15 million project to install automated meters. Gerry Labas outlined causes from budgeting, meter swaps, and pilot delays while stating an eight percent return and 24 million in future savings from reduced labor and improved billing. Council member Conn Jamie McIntosh supported the project but urged earlier discussion amid public concern.
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