As promised, I will be providing regular updates to keep you informed and will provide up-to-date information on vaccine rollout and COVID-19 cases each time. Central to my update today is Budget 2021 which was tabled in the Alberta Legislature on February 25. The two main themes from Budget 2021 are critical investment in health …
Tracy Allard: A Message from your MLA – March Read More »
Read moreThis week I was back in Edmonton for the Spring session of the legislature. Our government continues to protect lives and livelihoods through increased funding for health care and capital projects, and creating jobs. I have been hearing from constituents on their frustrations with the reopening plan and I can understand your disappointment, it has …
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March 11, 2021 (SPRUCE GROVE, AB): On Wednesday, Spruce Grove-Stony Plain MLA Searle Turton introduced Bill 213, the Traffic Safety (Maximum Speed Limit for Provincial Freeways) Amendment Act, which, if passed, would set the maximum speed limit for many provincial freeways at 120 kilometres per hour. Turton introduced the bill after conducting extensive research that …
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February 26, 2021 (CALGARY, AB): Alberta’s government is making a historic investment into Calgary’s healthcare facilities, while charting a course towards post-pandemic recovery for the world-class city. “This budget is positive news and brings hope to Calgarians during these difficult times,” said Richard Gotfried, MLA for Calgary-Fish Creek and Calgary Caucus Chair for the United …
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Read moreThe past few weeks have been busy and encouraging. The number of COVID-19 cases have reduced as we have slowly opened up Alberta under Step one of our reopening plan. Our government has also provided Albertans with a comprehensive vaccination roll out so you know when you can expect to receive your vaccine. Further details …
Jason Copping – MLA Update February 26, 2021 Read More »
Read moreAs promised, I will be providing regular updates to keep you informed and will provide up-to-date information on vaccine rollout and COVID-19 cases each time. We are taking a cautious approach to protect lives and livelihoods. Albertans are making progress, but we still have a long road ahead of us. Our health providers have done …
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Read moreDear Constituents of Lethbridge-East, Thank you for all of your correspondence and questions about the recent news surrounding coal mining. I appreciate you honestly sharing your thoughts with me and I know the environment and protection of our natural spaces is a very important issue to many Albertans, which is why I want to be …
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Read moreWe have been dealing with COVID-19 for one year now. With many thanks to health professionals, we are now at the stage where Albertans are being vaccinated against this virus. This means we can protect the most vulnerable and look towards an end to restrictions and getting our economy back on track in the coming …
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Read moreOne year ago this week Canada had its first case of the COVID-19 virus. For so many this has been a most challenging year and one I am sure we will never forget. Today, Premier Kenney announced Alberta’s COVID plan for gradually opening up our province. I want to once again thank you for doing …
Jason Copping – MLA Update January 29, 2021 Read More »
Read moreAs we get into the fourth week of 2021, I recognize the challenging start to the year and I wanted to reach out directly. Many of you have contacted my office regarding my decision to travel over Christmas and your frustration over the year of Covid restrictions. I understand and hear your anger, and I …
Tracy Allard: A Message from Your MLA – January Read More »
Read moreI would like to wish everyone a very happy new year and look forward to 2021 bringing us all good health, happiness and success. This past holiday season was very different with families being asked to give up traditional family gatherings. Like many of you, I stayed home in Calgary and spent time with extended …
Jason Copping – MLA Update January 15, 2021 Read More »
Read more2021 – Focus on lives and livlihoods I think we can all agree that we look forward to what 2021 has in store for Alberta. 2020 is behind us and I am optimistic that this new year will be better. Albertans have continued to do what we do best – show resilience and support one …
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