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Alberta retaliates against U.S. tariffs with non-tariff trade measures Alberta is pushing back against new U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods with a series of non-tariff trade measures aimed at supporting local businesses and reducing reliance on American products. Premier Danielle Smith announced the response Tuesday, calling the tariffs imposed by U.S. President Donald Trump “clearly […]

Martin Long Sworn In as Alberta’s New Infrastructure Minister After Guthrie’s Resignation EDMONTON — Just two days after the sudden resignation of Peter Guthrie as Alberta’s Minister of Infrastructure, Premier Danielle Smith has appointed Martin Long, the MLA for West Yellowhead, to take over the portfolio. Long was sworn in on February 27. The move […]

EDMONTON — Alberta’s 2025 budget, unveiled Thursday by Finance Minister Nate Horner, forecasts a significant revenue shortfall, marking the province’s first deficit in three years. The province anticipates a $5.2-billion shortfall for the fiscal year beginning April 1, with deficits of $2.4 billion in 2026 and $2 billion in 2027. The budget cites unpredictable global […]

Alberta Government to Unveil 2025 Budget Amid Economic Challenges EDMONTON — The Alberta government will present its 2025 budget on Thursday, February 27, at 3:15 p.m. Many Albertans will be watching closely for signs of increased education funding amid ongoing school support staff strikes and negotiations with the Alberta Teachers’ Association. The budget comes at […]

Smith Urges Diplomacy, Border Security, and Energy Policy Overhaul to Avoid U.S. Tariffs Alberta Premier Danielle Smith is urging Canadian leaders to strengthen relations with the newly inaugurated Trump administration to avoid potential U.S. tariffs on Canadian goods. While President Donald Trump has refrained from imposing tariffs for now, Smith believes the risk remains and […]

Alberta Prepares for Oil Tariffs as Incoming Trump Administration Maintains Tough Stance Albertans should brace for tariffs on the province’s oil exports to the United States, Premier Danielle Smith warned following a weekend meeting with U.S. President-elect Donald Trump. Speaking at a Monday morning news conference, Smith said the proposed 25 per cent tariffs on […]

A Fort McMurray firefighter is among 40 personnel from Alberta heading to California to assist in battling devastating wildfires near Los Angeles. The team departed from Edmonton yesterday and is expected to arrive in the fire-stricken region shortly. The wildfire, fueled by gale-force winds, has scorched over 150 square kilometres, destroyed more than 12,000 structures, […]

Smith Highlights Alberta Energy in Weekend Meeting with Trump Alberta Premier Danielle Smith met with incoming U.S. President Donald Trump at his Mar-a-Lago estate over the weekend. During her discussions with President-elect Trump, she spoke of the critical importance of Alberta’s energy exports to the American economy and energy security. “We had a friendly and […]

Canadian Oil Majors Forecast Higher Production in 2025 Amid Demand Optimism and Policy Uncertainty Canadian oil giants Suncor, Cenovus, and Imperial Oil each released corporate guidance on December 12. The companies are taking a bullish stance on 2025, forecasting production increases despite looming policy and potential trade challenges. Suncor outlines plans to boost production to […]

Alberta Creates Interdiction Patrol Team to Secure U.S. Border Alberta is launching a specialized law enforcement unit to enhance security and crack down on illegal activities along its nearly 300-kilometre border with the United States. The Interdiction Patrol Team (IPT), established within the Alberta Sheriffs, will target drug smuggling, gun trafficking, and illegal border crossings. […]