Jason Copping: Season’s Greetings
Season’s Greetings This past year has had many ups and downs as Alberta and the world continued to navigate through the COVID-19 pandemic. I want to take a moment to thank all the health care workers who continue to work tirelessly to protect the lives of Albertans. I also want to say thank you to […]
Jason Copping: December MLA Update
This month as we start to celebrate the holiday season and spend time with family and friends I would like to remind you to continue to follow the public health measures in place. The holidays are a time for giving and the best gift we can give to each other is our health. Please be mindful […]
NEWS RELEASE: United Conservatives delivering where Notley NDP failed on rural broadband
With the Rural Municipalities of Alberta convention underway, the United Conservative caucus is highlighting that when the Notley NDP was in government, they invested nothing whatsoever into rural broadband. In stark contrast, Alberta’s United Conservative government has made a commitment to invest a historic $150 million into rural broadband that will likely unlock further funding […]
NEWS RELEASE: Notley NDP endorses illegal pipeline protests
The United Conservative Caucus condemns the Notley NDP for endorsing illegal protests against the Coastal GasLink pipeline in B.C., a project supported by every elected First Nations Chief and Council along the project’s route. The Alberta NDP Provincial Council passed a resolution endorsing the illegal pipeline blockades this past weekend. High-profile NDP MLAs like Janis Irwin and Richard Feehan have also […]
Tracy Allard: November Newsletter
In Session:Last month, we returned to session, ready and eager to get to work on the issues that matter most to Albertans. As a result of my obligations to represent my constituents in the Assembly, I am away from my office for large portions of time while we are in session in Edmonton until mid-December. […]
Jason Copping: November 19 MLA Update
The past few weeks have been busy as we have seen some great economic activity come back to Alberta. Last week alone we saw $7 billion in new investments. These investments will create thousands of new, well paying jobs for Albertans. The recent investments along with our government’s recovery plan is positioning our province for prosperity […]
Jason Copping: November 5 – MLA Update
The last few weeks have been busy as the fall session of the legislature resumed and our government introduced legislation to implement Alberta’s Recovery Plan. We also continue to see COVID numbers and hospitalizations decline. This is in large part to Albertans following the guidelines set in place through the Restricted Exemption Program and continuing […]
Jason Copping: Lest we Forget
This month we take the time to remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice serving our country. We remember what they and their families gave up so that we can have the freedoms we enjoy today. I appreciate that the last few years in dealing with COVID has meant the freedoms we all enjoy were […]
Jason Copping: October 22 – MLA Update
This week we have seen our ICU, hospitalizations and COVID numbers start to decline. This is in large part to Albertans who have been following the measures and ensuring to get their vaccines. Thank you. Please note that we are not out of the woods yet. ICU admissions remain high and we continue to postpone […]
Jason Copping: October MLA Update
As we head into the Thanksgiving long weekend I want to reflect on what I am thankful for. Dealing with the Covid-19 pandemic over the past 18 months has been incredibly challenging for our province. As I have watched Albertans pull together to meet this challenge, I am thankful for a number of things: I […]
Jason Copping: September MLA Update
Earlier this week I was asked to move from the ministerial portfolio I have held since I was first elected as the Minister of Labour and Immigration. I have truly enjoyed my time as the Minister and want to thank all of the organizations I have had the privilege to work with. The work they do […]
Tracy Allard: August Newsletter
This summer has been busy with multiple ministerial visits to Grande Prairie, including the Premier, providing me an opportunity once again to showcase our city and region for what we contribute to our great province. Among the visiting ministers, some highlights include hosting a round table with Minister Schulz regarding the Child and Youth Well-Being Review, […]