Jason Copping: Back to School
The summer months always go by so quickly and this summer was no exception as we were able to get back to normal – seeing family and friends, attending the Calgary Stampede and other festivals, and touring our province. It was great to get back out into the community to connect with many of you, […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – Aug 31, 2021
The end of August means one thing for most Albertan parents – back to school. I know some of you are feeling hesitant about sending your kids back, but I assure you there is a comprehensive back to school plan to keep students and staff safe. As a father of three daughters who will be […]
Jason Copping – Back to School BBQ
Jason Copping: MLA Update – July 30, 2021
I hope that you are enjoying summer with friends and family. As we turn to the August long weekend I want to remind you to be safe whether staying here in Calgary or heading out to enjoy all Alberta has to offer. Alberta hit another milestone earlier this month when 75 per cent of eligible […]
Jason Copping: Alberta Recovery Plan – Jobs Now Program
Summer is officially here and with the majority of the population now having received one vaccine, and second doses being administered, Alberta is poised to have a great summer. Restrictions are further eased and we are starting to get back to a sense of normalcy. The Alberta government’s priority continues to be protecting the lives […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – June 18, 2021
This week the spring session of the legislature wrapped up and policies were put in place to continue to protect both the lives and livelihoods of Albertans. As COVID-19 recedes our focus must turn to recovery. Our government is poised to see our economy get back on track and we are implementing supports to help […]
Jason Copping: Protecting lives and livelihoods
The spring session of the legislature has wrapped with the Alberta Government continuing to pass legislation aimed to protect the lives and livelihoods of Albertans. Facing a third wave of COVID, Albertans were once again asked to take a step back and limit activities. I know this was not easy, but it was necessary to […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – June 4, 2021
This week, Alberta reached a milestone as we began to reopen under stage one and the rollout of second doses. Our government’s reopening plan safely eases restrictions in three stages as vaccinations go up and hospitalizations go down. Alberta has also met the targets to enter stage two on June 10, which will see further easing […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – May 21, 2021
As you know, two weeks ago, we announced more restrictions in order to stop the spike. I am encouraged though to see our case numbers declining. This is in large part due to the restrictions that have been in place and Albertans stepping up once again to do the right thing and follow the guidelines. For […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – April 23, 2021
I want to start this e-newsletter out by mentioning that this week is National Volunteer Week – an opportunity for us to all thank the many volunteers who give their time, talent and energy to give back to our city and province. This past year, more than ever, we have seen the dedication and commitment […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – April 9
This week our government had to make the difficult decision to impose more restrictions and move back in the COVID plan from Step 2 to Step 1 to combat the rising case numbers of both COVID and the variants. This decision was not made lightly. I recognize that there is a lot of fatigue around […]
Jason Copping: MLA Update – March 26, 2021
I want to start by thanking all of those who attended my virtual townhall on March 16th. I appreciated you taking the time to engage and ask questions that have been on your mind. Questions ranged from the COVID reopening plan, our government’s top three priorities for the year, initiatives to create jobs, funding for […]