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Legislative Assembly of Alberta
8:32 Opening
30:04 Oral Question Period
1:22:10 Afternoon Session
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Foreign
members,
the
prayer
Lord,
the
god
of
righteousness
and
Truth
Grant
to
our
King,
to
his
government,
to
members
of
the
legislative
assembly
and
to
all
in
positions
of
responsibility
the
guidance
of
your
spirit.
May
they
never
leave
the
province
wrongly
through
love
of
power,
desire
to
please
or
unworthy
ideas.
But,
laying
aside
all
private
interest
and
Prejudice,
keep
in
mind
the
responsibility
to
seek
to
improve
the
condition
of
all
honorable
members.
I
ask
you
to
remain
standing.
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Members
seated
in
the
speaker,
Gallery
is
one
of
the
most
incredible
most
outstanding
constituents
of
olds
Didsbury
Three
Hills.
She
is
my
constituency
assistant,
Alana
Gibson
she's,
accompanied
by
her
husband,
Alistair
Gibson,
and
their
three
wonderful
daughters,
Charlotte,
Elizabeth
and
Amelia
I
invite
the
Gibsons
to
rise
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
the
assembly.
B
Foreign
also
seated
in
the
speaker's
Gallery
today
are
very,
very
close:
good
friends
of
mine,
Lauren,
casmer,
Jack,
Casimir
and
Eli
Casimir.
They
are
constituents
who
live
in
Old,
States
reels.
They
are
here
as
part
of
the
homeschooling
association
of
North,
Star
Academy
out
of
Pittsburgh,
and
also
my
favorite
sister,
much
to
the
Chagrin
of
my
other
sister
Naomi
Pulliam
and
my
nephew
Isaac
Pulliam,
please
rise
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
the
assembly.
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Today
we
are
very
very
pleased
to
have
the
grandfather
joining
us
today
of
our
head
page
Alia
78,
her
grandfather,
Mr,
Doug
Tupper,
is
the
former
executive
director
of
the
police
commission.
So
it
is
on
a
particularly
difficult
day
for
him,
but
I
ask
them
to
rise
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
the
assembly.
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And
finally,
honorable
members
I'd
also
like
to
introduce
to
you
and
through
me,
six
staff
of
the
Alberta
ombudsman's
office,
seated
in
the
galleries.
These
hard-working
staff
are
here
today
to
watch
the
proceedings
and
the
Ombudsman
is
appreciative
of
their
work.
Please
rise
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
the
assembly.
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You
Mr
Speaker
today
I
am
very
happy
to
introduce
the
classes
from
a
cold
Lacombe
Upper
Elementary
School
I'd
like
to
recognize
there's
teachers,
Derek,
Rankin
and
Heather
McKay
Hawkins
both
have
been
with
the
school
for
more
than
20
years.
Also,
educational
assistance,
Angela
Richter
and
Eden
Cade
and
included
included
in
this
class
is
the
granddaughter
of
my
constituency,
assistant,
Cheryl
Christie,
to
all
the
students
and
teachers
from
a
Cole
comb.
Second,
upper
Upper,
Elementary
School,
please
rise
today
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
the
house.
F
Park
has
a
school
group.
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
it's
an
honor
to
introduce
to
you
and
through
you,
the
grades,
five
and
six
classes
from
Woodbridge
Farms,
Elementary
School
and
their
teacher
Antonio
triska.
Thank
you
all
so
much
for
being
here,
please
rise
and
receive
the
warm
welcome
of
this
house.
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H
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
I
rise
today
to
introduce
to
you
and
through
you,
a
terrific
friend
of
mine,
a
community
Builder,
a
council
member
of
the
town
of
Peace
River,
a
cancer
survivor
and,
more
importantly,
Mr
Speaker.
A
deeply
good
person.
Shelley
Shannon,
please
rise
and
receive
the
very
warm
welcome
in
the
house.
I
Has
an
introduction
thank
you.
Mr
Speaker
I'd
like
to
introduce
to
you
and
through
you
my
friend,
Nick,
the
gear
Nick
is
a
lifelong
Central
Burton
and
a
several
engineering
student
at
University
of
Alberta
admitted
at
only
the
age
of
17..
He
is
also
a
member
of
the
United
or
the
conservative
Club
at
the
University
and
is
excited
to
learn
about
the
work
we
do
here.
Please
rise
and
receive
a
warm
welcome
from
the
assembly.
J
As
was
mentioned,
he
was
on
the
police,
commission
he's
also
a
former
assistant
Deputy
minister,
with
an
Alberta
environment
and
was
a
trustee
and
board
chair
with
Edmonton
Public
Schools
but,
most
importantly,
he's
a
grandfather
to
Ayla
7ne
he's
here
to
watch
her
today
in
action.
So
please
join
me
in
welcoming
him
as
well.
K
I
think
I'm
honored
to
rise
today
to
introduce
to
you
and
through
you,
my
very
good
friend,
Dr
bavini
gohil
bavinia
is
the
director
and
co-founder
of
the
Grassroots
Global
health
and
acute
care,
physician
site
chief
of
a
hospitalist
program
in
South,
Health
Campus
in
Calgary,
and
a
clinical
assistant
professor
at
the
University
of
Calgary.
Thank
you
so
much
the
minister
of
indigenous
Affairs
and
Tamaya
today
for
meeting
with
us
and
thank
you
so
much
to
you,
Dr
gohill,
for
all
the
work
that
you
do
yet
here
at
home
and
across
the
globe.
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G
Thank
you
very
much.
Mr
Speaker
I
rise
today
with
a
very
heavy
heart
last
night
possible
Travis
Jordan,
Constable,
Brett
Bryant,
the
Police
Service
were
tragically
killed
in
the
line
of
duty
while
responding
to
a
call
possible.
Brett
Ryan
was
30
years
old,
five
and
a
half
years
of
service
gospel,
Travis
Jordan
was
35.
He
had
about
eight
and
a
half
years
of
service.
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G
Mr
Speaker
every
day
police
officers
across
Alberta
put
their
uniforms
on
they
step
up
and
protect
and
serve
our
communities.
These
courageous
men
and
women
bravely
rise
to
any
challenge
that
comes
their
way
to
protect.
The
public
police
officers
are
more
than
just
the
uniform
that
they
wear.
They
are
an
integral
part
of
the
communities
that
they
serve
their
moms,
their
dads.
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G
Albertans
would
not
be
the
great
province
that
it
is
today
without
the
service
and
sacrifice
of
constables,
Jordan
and
Ryan,
and
Alberta's
government
is
here
to
support
the
Edmonton
Police
Service,
their
members,
their
families
during
this
tragedy
to
honor
the
service
and
dedication
of
these
officers
lost.
The
flags
of
the
legislature
will
be
lowered
to
half-mast.
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Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
and,
of
course,
thank
you
to
the
minister
for
his
words
today.
It
is
with
great
sadness
that
I
Rise
to
deliver
this
statement
to
the
house,
marking
the
loss
of
two
Edmonton
police
officers
killed
in
the
line
of
duty.
Earlier
this
morning,
Constable
Travis
Jordan
35
years
old,
a
member
for
eight
and
a
half
years.
Constable
Brian,
Brett
Ryan
30
years
old,
a
member
of
five
years.
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I
first
want
to
speak
to
the
members
of
the
Edmonton
Police
Service
and,
by
extension,
all
albertans
who
serve
their
communities
on
police
forces
across
this
province.
Alberta
stands
with
you.
Today's
tragedy
reminds
us
of
your
sacrifice
and
of
your
bravery.
You
put
yourselves
in
danger
for
the
sake
of
our
loved
ones,
our
children,
our
parents
and
our
grandparents,
people
who
mean
the
world
to
someone,
but
our
total
strangers
to
you.
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You
work
in
one
of
the
most
dangerous
professions
in
the
world
and
the
consequences
of
your
courage
can
sometimes
be
devastating.
Today,
all
of
Alberta
Grieves
with
you
and
I,
want
to
speak
to
the
families
of
these
officers.
It
takes
an
enormous
amount
of
strength
to
see
your
loved
ones
go
to
work
every
day,
knowing
that
they
will
face
these
kinds
of
dangerous
situations
and
to
receive
this
news
is
devastating,
but
do
know
that
you
are
not
alone
in
all
albertans
mourn
with
you,
Mr
Speaker.
We
also
know
there's
another
woman
involved.
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Finally,
I
wish
to
speak
to
all
of
us
in
this
assembly,
no
matter
what
side
of
the
aisle
we
sit
on
across
this
country,
we
have
lost
seven
officers
in
the
last
six
months.
We
know
that
Frontline
responders
are
facing
increased
risks,
doing
their
job,
keeping
citizens
safe
after
three
years
of
greater
and
greater
stress
on
our
communities
all
across
this
country.
I
believe
that
we
can
say
these
incidents
are
not
isolated
and
neither
are
the
solutions.
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We
owe
it
to
the
memory
of
Commons,
double
Jordan
and
Constable
Ryan
to
come
together
to
find
Solutions
and
to
provide
greater
support
and
greater
strength
to
albertans
throughout
our
Province.
We
owe
it
to
all
First
Responders,
their
families
and
all
albertans
to
do
everything
we
can
to
keep
officers
safe
as
they
set
out
each
day
to
do
the
same
for
us.
Thank
you.
Mr
Speaker,.
M
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
families
across
this
province
are
feeling
the
pressure
of
the
increased
cost
of
living.
It
costs
more
to
put
food
on
the
table
because
grocery
prices
have
increased,
utilities
are
more
expensive
and
it's
harder
for
albertans
to
pay
for
their
homes,
as
both
mortgages
and
rent
are
increasing.
M
Right
now
and
today,
I'm
going
to
speak
to
the
need
to
support
Alberta
drivers
by
making
Insurance
more
affordable,
it's
harder
for
families
to
drive
to
work,
drop,
kids
off
at
school
and
their
sports
games
and
music
lessons
when
insurance
premiums
increase
and
they
have
increased
a
lot
over
the
past
few
years,
many
families
saw
their
premium
go
up
as
high
as
30
percent
during
a
pandemic.
This
is
unacceptable.
Mr,
speaker
and
it
is
avoidable.
I
was
proud
to
be
part
of
a
government
that
successfully
froze
insurance
premiums.
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We
did
this,
even
though
the
province
faced
many
economic
challenges.
We
prioritize
this
because
supporting
families
to
pay
their
bills
is
the
most
important
during
tough
Economic
Times
under
the
UCP
insurance
premiums,
skyrocketed
albertans
paid
more,
even
though
they
drove
less
during
the
pandemic.
We
continually
called
UCP
to
support
drivers
and
stop
allowing
insurance
premiums
to
increase.
I
was
glad
to
see
the
UCP
announced
they
would
freeze
insurance
rates
in
January
until
the
end
of
2023.
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However,
Mr
Speaker
that
good
news
was
short-lived,
because
two
insurance
companies
announced
the
rate
increases
in
March
for
13
and
16
percent,
which
were
approved
by
the
automobile
insurance
rate
board.
Unfortunately,
the
announced
Insurance
freeze
is
no
freeze
at
all
albertans
pay
more
for
the
most
expensive
car
insurance
in
Canada
and
is
still
getting
more
expensive.
Albertans
deserve
real
relief
to
bring
down
the
cost
of
keeping
their
cars
on
the
road.
N
N
This
is
a
tragedy
that
will
be
felt
around
the
halls
of
the
legislature
around
the
city
of
Edmonton,
our
Province,
our
country
and
indeed
around
the
world.
First,
they
want
to
acknowledge
the
families
and
friends
the
fallen
officers
who
are
involved
in
this
heartbreaking
event.
Our
thoughts
and
prayers
are
with
you,
as
you
navigate
the
days
and
the
weeks
ahead.
N
N
I
want
to
thank
all
the
men
and
women
in
uniform
to
put
their
lives
at
risk
every
single
day
to
keep
our
communities
safe.
Alberta's
law
enforcement
agencies
are
world
class
and
part
of
the
reason.
Alberta
is
the
best
place
to
live
work
and
raise
a
family.
Rest
assured
our
thoughts,
and
our
prayers
are
with
you
today
we
stand
with
you.
Thank
you
for
your
service.
B
O
Glenmore
Mr
Speaker,
Alberta's
children
are
the
future
of
this
great
Province
and
securing
their
future
should
be
our
top
priority.
Children
in
care
have
survived
difficult
circumstances,
they
have
lived
through
trauma
and
face
barriers
in
work
and
their
education
when
they
transition
out
of
care.
The
transition
to
adulthood,
program
or
tap
exists
to
remove
that
barrier.
O
We
need
to
remove
barriers
to
education,
employment
for
Alberta's,
Youth
and
Young
adults
transitioning
out
of
care
so
that
they
can
have
access
to
the
same
opportunities
as
their
peers.
This
is
precisely
the
reason
why
I'm
thrilled
that
the
Alberta's
government
has
made
the
decision
to
change
the
eligibility
of
age
224,
while
simultaneously
injecting
28
million
dollars
into
the
program
to
ensure
that
young
adults
have
more
options
once
they
age
out
of
care.
O
Everyone,
no
matter
their
background,
should
have
equal
opportunities
to
succeed
in
this
great
province,
and
programs
like
tap,
are
doing
just
that
to
ensure
that
no
child
in
Alberta
is
Left.
Behind
securing
Alberta's
future
also
means
protecting
our
most
vulnerable,
especially
Alberta's,
Youth
and
Young
adults.
Thank
you
for
making
sure
that
youth
aging
out
of
care
are
fully
empowered
to
succeed
as
adults.
L
Mr
Speaker
I
know
all
of
us
in
this
assembly
were
heartbroken,
as
we've
already
discussed,
to
learn
of
the
deaths
of
the
two
Edmonton
police
officers.
This
morning,
Constable
Travis
Jordan
and
Constable
Brett
Ryan.
These
officers
were
killed
in
the
line
of
duty
doing
their
jobs
serving
their
communities.
Our
opposition
joins
the
government
in
offering
our
deepest
condolences
to
their
families,
their
friends
and
their
colleagues
in
this
devastating
loss.
We
all
share
in
that
grief
and
that
sadness
so
to
the
to
the
minister
of
Public
Safety.
L
G
G
Alberta's
government,
of
course
extends
our
deepest
sympathies
and
condolences
to
the
friends
and
families
and
loved
ones
of
the
fallen
officers
as
a
result
of
the
tragic
events
that
occurred
today,
whereas
government
of
course
has
established
the
heroes
Fund
in
2020
for
First
Responders
who
die
in
the
line
of
duty.
This
fund
provides
a
one-time,
tax-free
payment
of
a
hundred
thousand
dollars
for
eligible
family
members.
L
Well,
thank
you
very
much
to
the
minister
for
that
answer.
This
tragedy
is
a
somber
reminder
of
the
dangers
that
police
officers
face
each
and
every
day
in
their
service
to
albertans.
We
know
that
police
members
are
a
family
and
that
these
events
have
an
impact
on
every
single
member
of
the
service,
and
we
want
to
make
sure
that
that
those
members,
those
officers,
are
supported
in
this
difficult
time
as
well.
So
can
the
minister
tell
this
assembly
what
supports
or
services
are
being
provided
to?
Fellow
Edmonton
police
officers
grieving
this
unimaginable
loss.
G
You
very
much
and
I
couldn't
agree
more
with
the
leader
of
the
opposition.
We
were
United
United
on
this.
The
government
Alberta
is
going
to
continue
to
support
the
Edmonton
Police
Service
through
this
incredibly
difficult
time,
these
fantastic
men
and
women
who
Patrol
our
streets
every
day
to
keep
our
community
safe.
You
know
we're
here
to
help
offer
any
resources
that
we
have
available,
we're,
of
course,
in
direct
contact
with
the
Edmonton
Police
Service
and
there
to
let
them
know
that
we
are
here
for
them
and
to
all
the
courageous
officers
on
the
front
lines.
L
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
and
thank
you
again
to
the
minister.
These
tragedies,
of
course,
also
carry
a
deep
impact
on
the
community
and
on
our
city
and
on
our
Province
and
I
know
that
all
of
Edmonton
and
all
of
Alberta
stand
in
solidarity
with
our
officers
today,
and
the
people
of
this
city
in
this
province
will
be
looking
for
ways
to
express
their
condolences.
In
fact,
I
know
for
a
certainty
that
the
people
of
this
city
in
this
province
will
do
everything
they
can
to
show
their
support
for
these
officers
and
their
families.
G
The
minister,
thank
you
very
much
to,
of
course,
the
the
overwhelming
support
across
this
country
has
been
been
amazing.
Our
government's
going
to
continue
to
work
with
EPS
to
pay
our
respects
to
Constable,
Travis,
Jordan
and
Constable
gray,
Ryan
and,
of
course,
the
appropriate
manner
we're
going
to
support
GPS
on
Memorial
remembrance
opportunities.
The
officers
names
will
be
included
in
the
Pillar
of
Strength
Monument
on
the
south
grounds
of
the
legislature,
and
their
names,
of
course,
are
going
to
be
part
of
the
honor
roll
read
out
at
police
and
peace
officer.
Memorial
Day.
G
P
You
Mr
Speaker.
We
are
all
shocked
by
the
death
of
two
Edmonton
police
officers
earlier
today
as
credit
for
justice
and
Public
Safety
I
joined
my
colleagues
on
both
sides
of
this
house
to
extend
my
deepest
condolences
to
the
loved
one
of
constable,
Travis
Jordan
and
Constable
Brad
Ryan
into
their
fellow
offices
at
Edmonton,
Police,
Service
and
across
this
province.
Can
the
premiere
update
this
house
and
what
sports
are
available
to
those
grieving?
The
slaves.
G
Thank
you
very
much,
I
think
we're
very
fortunate
that
the
admin
Police
Service,
along
with
the
Edmonton
Police
Association,
have
been
extremely
supportive.
I
have
seen
them.
They
are
there
for
those
families
who
have
been
grief
stricken
over
the
deaths
of
these
officers,
not
to
mention
the
police
officers
that
I
saw
earlier
today
also
have
been
extremely
grief.
Stricken
I
can
tell
you.
We
are
working
very
closely
with
the
Edmonton
Police
Service
and
the
Edmonton
Police
Association
to
ensure
whatever
supports
they
need
are
available
to
them.
P
Thank
you
Vanessa
for
that
answer.
The
second
sudden
loss
of
two
officers
will
reopen
painful
memories.
For
many
albertans
Alberta
has
lost
many
Brave
offices
and
First
Responders.
In
the
line
of
duty.
Many
people
in
my
community
are
reminded
of
the
death
of
Calgary
police,
Sergeant,
Andrew
Harnett
on
New
Year's
Eve
in
2020..
P
G
Thank
you,
I'll.
Let
the
the
minister
speak.
Let
me
just
say
this:
Sergeant
Andrew
Harnett
is
Constable
when
I
was
a
sergeant
within
Calgary,
Police,
Service
and
I
want
to
thank
you
for
bringing
bring
that
up.
It
was
very
tragic
event
for
the
officers
that
I
worked
with.
Obviously,
the
death
of
that
officer
is
horrific.
Any
death,
any
death
is
horrific
and
I'll
just
say
this.
G
P
Thank
you,
minister,
for
that
answer
and
I.
Do
you
know
that
you
have
served
on
the
front
line,
so
I
realized
that
only
few
hours
have
passed,
but
many
albertans
are
looking
for
ways
to
express
their
support
for
badminton
Police
Service,
their
colleagues
and
loved
one
of
those
fallen
officers
and
before
the
details
of
a
memorial
services
are
available.
Can
you
share
with
Alberta's
that
how
they
can
express
sport
for
it
into
Police?
Service
are
those
who
have
their
lost
their
loved
ones.
G
You
know,
let
me
just
say
this,
and
this
was
brought
up
today
at
the
at
the
press
conference.
If
you
see
a
police
officer,
thank
them
thank
them
for
the
service,
thank
them
for
what
they
do
and
I
would
say
that
that
is
the
first
step
in
the
right
direction,
but
certainly
if
you
would
like
to
express
your
condolences,
then
certainly
reach
out
to
Edmonton
Police
Service
I
know
that
they
have
a
big
heart
and
they're.
They
would
probably
really
appreciate
it.
Thank
you,
sir
The.
J
I,
too,
want
to
express
my
condolences
for
everyone
impacted
by
the
brutal
killings
this
morning,
including
the
families
and
colleagues
of
constables,
Jordan
and
Ryan
Mr
Speaker.
Many
of
my
constituents
have
contacted
me
to
ask
about
why
they're
not
eligible
for
the
government's
affordability
payments,
despite
financial
hardship
that
they
are
going
through
less
than
a
quarter
of
albertans
have
received
payment.
So
far,
will
the
premier
consider
expanding
eligibility
to
help
low-income
folks
who
don't
have
children.
Q
Is
risen,
thank
you.
Mr,
Speaker
and
I'd
also
like
to
provide
condolences
to
the
families,
the
senseless
violence
that
happened
last
night.
In
response
to
the
question,
though,
the
first
24
hours
of
the
affordability
portal,
when
it
did
open,
140
000
applications
came
through.
That's
140,
000
albertans
that
were
receiving
this
payment.
Q
It
is
something
that's
a
hundred
dollars
a
month
going
towards
those
who
need
supports
the
most,
and
it
is
something
that
we've
we've
worked
very
hard
to
make
sure
that
everybody
is
receiving
this
payment
that
can
get
the
payment,
and
it
is
something
that
we
we
on
this
side
of
the
aisle
obviously
know
when
it
comes
to
inflation
and
the
cost
of
living.
It's
something
that
we
try
as
a
government
very
hard
to
reduce,
and
that's
why
we
have
low
taxes.
J
Mr
Speaker,
when
these
payments
were
first
announced,
the
government
said
that
it
would
cost
approximately
900
million
dollars
to
in
payments
to
albertans.
However,
last
month
they
confirmed
that
only
96
million
dollars
had
actually
been
paid
out
to
albertans.
We
know
that
there
are
hundreds
of
thousands
of
albertans
who
are
eligible
under
the
already
limited
criteria
who
could
really
use
the
help
so
to
the
government?
Why?
If
so
few
albertans
received
affordability,
payments.
Q
You
very
much
Mr
Speaker
I
would
like
to
remind
the
opposition
and
tell
all
albertans
that
when
it
comes
to
the
the
fuel
tax
being
removed
permanently
here
in
Alberta,
that
goes
a
long
way
of
helping
Alberta
families
get
to
work,
drive
to
work
and
drive
their
kids
to
to
soccer
a
hockey
practice,
and
also
the
electricity
rebate
is
also
going
to
to
all
albertans.
So
there's
a
suite
of
measures
that
this
government
that
our
government
put
in
place
to
try
to
help
with
this
inflation
crisis.
J
Honorable
member
Mr
Speaker,
we
know
that
the
application
process
for
these
payments
isn't
easy
for
some
albertans.
While
many
have
applied.
Many
applications
require
edits
to
make
them
eligible.
Registry
agents
have
told
us
that
there
isn't
an
edit
button,
so
people
can
make
changes
to
their
applications
and
on
Monday,
an
estimate
subminister
for
service
Alberta
acknowledge
this
issue.
We
are
already
halfway
through
the
eligibility
period
and
this
edit
button
can
make
a
difference
for
people
struggling
to
pay
their
bills
this
month.
R
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
and,
as
the
minister
responsible
for
the
team
that
is
building
out
the
functionality
of
this
portal,
I'm
happy
to
respond.
It's
a
thoughtful
question.
I
want
to
highlight
that
an
edit
button
has
been
added
already
for
individual
applicants
so
that,
if
there's
an
individual
albertan
who
had
an
issue
with
getting
their
banking
information
signed
up
for
Direct
Deposit,
they
can
correct
that
already
on
the
portal
and
I
encourage
them
to
visit
the
portal.
R
To
do
that
in
terms
of
now
developing
that
and
extending
that
edit
function
to
Registries,
who
then
support
folks
face
to
face
that
is
in
the
works,
and
it
will
be
done
very
soon
and
we'll
be
happy
to
update
this
house
when
that's
the
case.
I
do
also
just
want
to
highlight
that
over
1.1
million
albertans
have
success.
S
Firefighters
endure
great
risks
to
serve
our
communities.
Some
of
those
risks
are
immediate,
but
others
develop
over
time,
which
is
why
presumptive
coverage
and
retroactive
coverage
are
vital
to
ensure
those
two
protect
us
are
protected
too.
Other
provinces
know
this
and
in
fact,
Ontario
has
recently
provided
presumptive
coverage.
Retroactive
back
to
January
1960
is
the
Premier
aware
of
this
retroactive
presumptive
coverage,
Ontario
has
provided
to
their
firefighters.
T
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker.
It
appears
the
NDP
are
claiming
that
our
government
doesn't
care
about
First
Responders.
This
is
a
retroactive
retroactivity
issue,
Mr
Speaker,
it's
an
issue
that
their
government
never
addressed.
Our
government
has
done
a
thorough
review.
The
WCB
has
done
a
thorough
review.
There
is
exactly
one
case
that
might
be
impacted
by
retroactivity
that
individual
passed
while
the
NDP
were
in
government
and
the
NDP
did
not
alter
the
law,
while
our
hearts
go
out
to
that
family.
S
Edmonton
decor,
as
Ontario's
decision
demonstrates,
we
have
the
power
to
help
Alberta
firefighters
diagnosed
with
cancer
and
their
families,
including
those
already
look
locked
into
disputes
with
WCB.
In
fact,
Ontario
government
has
provided
this
coverage
retroactive
all
the
way
back
to
1960..
It's
an
easy
decision
to
make
one
that
provides
vital
protection
and
thanks
to
First
Responders.
Does
the
premier
agree
that
if
Ontario
can
provide
this
level
of
protection
to
all
firefighters,
Shirley
Alberta
can
do
as
much
for
the
heroes
of
the
2016
Fort
McMurray
fire
The.
T
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker.
We
find
that
it
remains
unclear
whether
retroactivity
retroactivity
would
have
helped
in
the
circumstances.
The
WCB
has
a
fairness
office
that
is
handling
this
complex
case.
That's
how
it's
been
handled
in
the
past.
It's
been
how
it's
been
handled
with
other
governments
and
that's
the
way
it
needs
to
be
handled.
S
Firefighters,
who
fought
the
Fort
McMurray
wildfires,
are
heroes
who
deserve
our
unequivocal
support
and
not
a
single
one
should
be
left
out
of
coverage
for
cancers
they
face
as
a
result
of
heroism.
During
that
fire
making
sure
this
bill
has
retroactive
coverage
is
the
least
we
can
do,
and
Ontario
has
now
shown
and
can
be
done
to
the
premier.
Can
we
agree
that
these
firefighters
deserve
our
thanks
and
support,
and
can
we
agree
to
amend
bill
nine,
as
the
opposition
has
proposed.
T
Well,
thank
you.
Mr
Speaker,
there's,
no
question
that
the
fire
fire
fighters
deserve
our
thanks
and
our
help
and
that's
why
Mr
Speaker
we've
done
a
thorough
review.
There
is
one
case
that
might
and
I
say,
might
be
impacted
by
retroactivity
and
that
individual
has
already
passed.
Mr
Speaker
Alberta
is
again
that's
the
leader
on
protecting
firefighters
will
soon
be
making
changes
to
expand
our
leadership
on
this
issue
and
Mr
Speaker
again,
the
policy
is
complex
and
retroactivity
risks
creating
more
unfairness
than
it
solves.
The.
H
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
as
children
in
government
care
become
adults,
they
often
are
left
wondering
how
they
will
be
able
to
fend
for
themselves
as
they
prepare
to
start
their
life
on
their
own.
The
transition
to
adulthood,
program
or
tap
within
Children's
Services
provides
the
supports.
They
need
to
succeed
now
and
into
the
future.
Two.
My
colleague,
the
minister
of
children's
services.
U
You
very
much
Mr
Speaker
and
if
you
would
so
indulge
me,
I
too
would
like
to
express
my
sincerest
condolences
to
the
families
and
indeed,
all
albertans
impacted
by
the
tragedy
we
heard
today.
Budget
2023
is
an
investment
in
our
future
by
investing
in
the
future
of
Youth
and
Young
adults
transitioning
out
of
care.
U
We
are
investing
in
future
prosperity
for
this
province
and
that's
exactly
why
I
was
proud
to
announce
that
we
are
investing
an
additional
25.6
million
to
the
transition
into
adulthood
program
as
part
of
the
Children's
Services
Ministries
in
the
next
three
years
to
support
young
adults
transitioning
out
of
government
care
and
into
adulthood.
The
Honorable
member.
B
H
Peace
River
well,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
given
that
youth
leaving
from
care,
often
locked
the
network
needed
to
find
good
employers
to
sponsor
them
for
entry
into
apprenticeship,
education,
programs,
and,
given
that
these
young
adults
experience
training
and
employment
barriers
compared
to
their
peers
to
the
same
Minister.
Could
you
please
let
us
know
what
additional
funding
is
available
in
the
budget
to
help
them
find
jobs
within
demand?
Trades,
The,.
U
Services,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
to
The
Honorable
member
for
the
question.
In
addition
to
to
the
25.6
million
dollars
that
we've
allocated
I
was
pleased
to
announce,
along
with
my
colleague
and
Deputy
Premier
and
minister
of
skilled
trades
and
professions,
and
additional
2.5
million
dollars,
which
will
be
allocated
to
support
youth
in
transition
to
further
develop
their
skills
and
careers
in
the
trades
as
well.
This
will
benefit
approximately
500
youths
transitioning
out
of
government
care
and
into
their
future
educational
Pursuits
and.
H
I,
don't
remember
well,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
given
that
youth
and
Care
have
been
looking
forward
to
this
kind
of
support
to
help
them
succeed
and
further,
given
that
aligns
perfectly
with
the
views
of
the
child
advocate
of
this
legislature
to
the
minister.
What
is
this
government's
plan
to
make
sure
that
these
children
and
kids
continue
to
access
the
ports
they
need
as
they
age
out
of
care?
Honorable.
U
Speaker
we
recognize
the
value
that
this
tremendously
important
and
Incredibly
well-received
program
has
been
providing
in
the
The
Honorable
member
is
indeed
correct.
It
does
align
with
many
of
the
views
of
The
Advocate,
and
it
is
because
of
these
reasons
that
we
have
committed
funding
increases
for
the
next
three
years,
with
5.5
million
dollars
allocated
in
this
year's
2023-2024
budget,
eight
and
a
half
million
for
24.25
and
finally
11.6
million
for
the
25
26
years.
Thank
you,
The.
V
Thank
you
as
an
edmontonian
I'm,
very
grateful
to
for
the
brave
service
of
the
Edmonton
Police
Service
and
their
women
and
men
who
are
officers
and
I,
send
my
deepest
condolences
to
the
family
and
the
friends
and
the
colleagues
of
constable
Jordan
and
Constable
Ryan
Mr
Speaker.
One
of
the
hardest
parts
of
my
role
as
the
critic
of
our
children's
services
is
but
even
more
as
a
mother
is
to
every
month
see
the
growing
list
of
children
and
young
people
who
have
died
while
receiving
child
intervention
services.
V
Last
year
was
the
worst
year
on
record
in
Alberta,
49
children
and
young
people
died.
We
all
hoped
we
wouldn't
see
another
year
like
it,
but
this
year
is
no
better.
To
date.
45
children
and
young
people
have
died
to
the
minister
of
children's
services.
What
is
being
done
differently
truly
differently
to
make
a
change.
U
Speaker
once
again,
as
a
father
of
three
young
children,
there
is
no
greater
tragedy
than
hearing
about
the
death
of
any
child
and,
once
again,
my
heart
and
my
condolences
go
out
to
the
families
that
are
impacted
by
this.
As
The
Honorable
member
is
indeed
aware,
any
child
receiving
or
intervention
services
and
who
dies
or
is
seriously
injured,
is
reported
publicly
and
we
conduct
a
rigorous
and
thorough
examination
of
exactly
what
happened.
U
U
Speaker,
an
increasing
number
of
Youth
have
died
as
a
result
of
drug
poisoning
leading
to
the
to
the
child
and
youth
Advocate
recommendation
that
the
government
establish
a
specific
youth,
opioid
strategy
and
that's
exactly
what
we've
done
recently.
The
minister
of
mental
health
and
addictions
announced
a
number
of
initiatives,
including
a
four
and
a
half
million
dollar
investment
into
the
virtual
opioid
program,
a
dependency
program,
as
well
as
a
92
million
dollar
investment
in
Casa
for
kids,
which
is
certainly
helping
to
address
these
troubling
concerns.
Thank
you.
The
Honorable
member.
V
U
Regardless
of
how
the
member
wishes
to
spin
it,
we
are
working
diligently
to
expand
and
increase
the
top
program
as
a
holistic
and
comprehensive
approach
to
addressing
youth
aging
out
of
care
and
into
adulthood,
and
will
continue
to
do
that
through
the
supports
that
we
have
just
elaborated
on
through
the
various
member
statements
and
the
questions
prior.
Thank
you.
The.
M
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
I
would
like
to
start
by
offering
my
condolences
to
the
families,
friends
and
colleagues
of
the
two
Edmonton
police
officers
who
lost
their
lives
today.
Mr
Speaker
albertans
rely
on
our
emergency
alert
system
to
keep
them
safe,
but
they
need
to
know
what
will
be
there
when
tragedy
strikes.
This
requires
regular
testing,
so
albertans
and
our
government
know
it
will
work
on
March
1st.
The
system
was
tested,
but
a
burden
didn't
get
just
one
alert.
They
received
a
total
of
nine
alerts.
M
W
You
very
much
Mr
Speaker
for
the
question.
I
would
also
take
this
opportunity
to
extend
my
deepest
sympathies
to
the
families,
friends
and
colleagues
of
constables,
Travis,
Jordan
and
Brett
Ryan.
With
regards
to
the
exacts
on
the
nine
versus,
however,
many
certain
people
received
I'll
undertake
to
make
sure
that
I
get
those
four
The
Honorable
member
I
do
want
to
just
take
an
opportunity
for
The
Honorable
member
for
Calgary
McCall
and
mention
that
the
mental
health
helpline
1-877-303-2642
and
then
also
211,
is
also
available,
24
hours
a
day
for
Indianapolis.
Thank
you.
M
Given
that
the
premier
suggested
the
issues
came
from
other
government
agencies,
but
we
know
that's,
not
accurate
and
given
that
media
now
reports
that
it
was
quote
Old
code
that
caused
the
problem
on
the
provincial
side
and
given
that
the
alert
is
critical
in
ensuring
the
health
and
safety
of
albertans
in
the
event
of
an
emergency.
What
steps
have
been
taken
to
fix
this
problem?.
R
M
Given
that
albertans
need
to
know
the
system
will
be
there
when
they
need
it,
and
given
that
there
was
a
glitch
in
a
previous
test,
and
given
that
the
minister
says
it
has
been
fixed,
what
lessons
did
the
government
learn
from
this
test
and
will
there
be
another
test
of
the
system
in
the
near
future
after
these
problems
are
resolved
to
ensure
that
it's
actually
working
the
way?
It's
supposed
to.
R
And
Innovation
Mr
Speaker.
We
always
look
to
learn
from
all
of
our
experiences
good
and
bad,
and
so
we
are
certainly
taking
a
look
into
this
situation.
To
make
sure
that
our
public
alert
system
will
be
as
strong
as
it
possibly
can
be.
And,
as
I
mentioned
before,
my
department
at
technology
and
Innovation
will
be
supporting
the
minister
of
Public
Safety
and
his
team
to
make
sure
that
we
take.
R
X
X
There
is
presently
a
sizable
group
of
freeded
Mind,
freedom-minded,
Ontario
Physicians
willing
to
relocate
to
Alberta,
given
that
our
communities
are
crying
out
for
doctors,
particularly
in
the
South
Zone
Mr
Speaker,
given
that
as
March
3rd
in
Medicine
Hat
we're
18
available
Physicians
short,
including
five
in
family
medicine
and
three
in
emergency
medicine
to
the
health
Minister.
Please
share
with
us
what
you're
willing
to
do
to
cut
through
the
red
tape
to
accommodate
a
group
of
dedicated
medical
professionals,
The.
Y
Oh,
thank
you
Mr
Speaker
I
know
the
minister
of
health
is
is
actively
looking
at
every
option:
every
solution
to
ensure
that
we
have
adequate
number
of
Physicians
working
and
and
serving
albertans
Mr
Speaker.
That's
one
reason
why
we
increased
a
health
budget
by
almost
a
billion
dollars.
This
year,
Mr
Speaker
there
will
be
funding
for
additional
seats
for
every
health
care
occupation,
including
120
new
seats
over
the
three-year
fiscal
plan
in
our
schools
of
medicine.
The.
X
You
Mr
Speaker,
attracting
doctors
is
about
more
than
spending
money.
However,
given
that
physician
shortages
in
Alberta
have
become
a
systemic
issue,
and
given
that
a
February
6th,
the
City
of
Lethbridge
had
49
doctor
position,
vacancies,
including
nine
in
family,
medicine
and
eight
in
emergency,
and
given
the
fact
that
physician
compensation
and
development
now
account
for
nearly
25
percent
of
our
total
health
budget.
Is
a
minister
really
in
a
position
to
turn
away
any
qualified
experienced
out
of
Province
doctors
who
want
to
practice
in
Alberta.
Y
Well,
thank
you,
Mr,
Speaker
and
I
know.
The
minister
again
is
looking
at
every
solution
to
ensure
that
we
can
onboard
Health,
Care,
Professionals
foreign
trained
Health,
Care,
Professionals,
Health,
Care
Professionals
from
other
provinces
and
other
countries,
Mr
Speaker.
But
on
top
of
that
we
are
creating
more
spaces
here
in
the
province.
So
albertans
who
want
to
pursue
a
career
in
health
care,
can
in
fact
do
so
Mr
Speaker.
We
are
focused
as
a
government
on
expanding
capacity
in
health
care.
X
Mr
Speaker
more
money
is
not
buying
results
and,
given
that
all
the
taxpayer
money
that
this
government
has
dumped
into
rural
physician,
Recruitment
and
Retention,
and
given
that
physician
compensation
now
accounts
for
nearly
10
percent
of
this
government's
total
operational
spending
and
given
the
fact
that
over
the
past
two
years,
numerous
numerous
emergency
rooms
across
Alberta
have
been
temporarily
closed
due
to
physician
shortages.
Is
this
Minister
finally
willing
to
consider
options
for
physician
recruitment?
Then
don't
involve
the
failed
strategy
of
just
throwing
more
hard-earned
taxpayers
money
at
it.
The.
Y
Board
Mr
Speaker.
We
do
need
to
pay
our
doctors
and
I'm
pleased
to
say
that
the
minister
of
Health
has
struck
an
agreement
with
the
Alberta
Medical
Association
on
on
a
new
remuneration
agreement
with
our
incredible
Physicians
Mr
Speaker,
those
Physicians
that
serve
albertans
every
day
and
in
all
the
minister
is
again
looking
at
every
solution
to
ensure
that
we
can
provide
more
Physicians
across
the
province
in
rural
Alberta
and
urban
Alberta
Mr
Speaker.
In
fact,
there
are
250
more
doctors
working
at
the
end
of
2022
than
at
the
beginning,
but
our
work's
not
done.
Z
Dad
my
condolences
to
Constable's
Jordan
and
Ryan,
their
family's
friends
and
first
responder
community
nonprofits,
fill
critical
needs
employ
nearly
300
000
albertans
contribute
5.5
billion
to
the
economy
and
another
5
billion
in
volunteer
hours,
they're
struggling
right
now.
The
essential
workers
putting
the
needs
of
the
communities
first
are
suffering.
An
analysis
by
the
Calgary
chamber
of
voluntary
organizations
shows
instability.
Will
the
minister
rise
in
this
house
and
tell
us
what
this
government
is
doing
to
support
nonprofits
and
the
critical
work
that
they
do.
AA
You
Mr
Speaker,
I'm
speaking
with
heavy
heart
I,
also
want
to
acknowledge
my
condolences
for
the
following
for
the
families
and
for
the
following
officers
before
I
answer.
This
question:
Mr
Speaker,
the
question
of
helping
non-profits
to
do
more
is
a
real
one
and
just
for
your
information,
I
have
an
honor
of
working
as
a
social
worker
in
the
field
for
over
28
years,
I
worked
with
ccbo
in
my
past,
so
the
advocacy
they're
they're
advancing
for
the
sector.
We
wholeheartedly
support
that.
Z
Given
that
many
organizations
are
facing
higher
demand,
74
reporting
an
increase
in
need
and
lack
of
supports
for
programs
with
complex
needs
and
that
41
percent
identified
significant
reduction
in
capacity
and
given
the
current
affordability
crisis,
has
major
impacts
in
this
sector,
with
88,
citing
inflation
as
a
massive
concern,
with
insurance
going
as
high
as
150
percent,
forcing
downsizing
and
layoffs
while
funding
Agreements
are
not
keeping
Pace
with
population
growth
and
inflation.
Why
does
this
budget
not
do
more
to
ensure
a
better
future
for
30
000
non-profits
in
Alberta
The.
AB
You
Mr
Speaker
and
thank
you
to
the
member
for
her
advocacy
for
not-for-profits
I'm,
so
proud
of
budget
2023
2024,
because
there
is
significant
funds
available
for
not-for-profits
within
this
budget.
Specifically
within
my
Ministry,
we
increase
funding
for
the
PDD
sector.
We
increased
a
significant
funding
for
homeless,
shelters
and
homeless,
Outreach
programs.
We
increase
money
for
seniors
and
Senior
groups,
as
well
as
increased
funds
with
fcss.
AB
Z
Given
that
Karen
ball,
president
and
CEO
of
the
Calgary
chamber
of
voluntary
organization
stated
and
I
quote,
when
non-profits
fail,
so
does
our
society
and
given
that
I
urge
this
government
to
listen
to
their
needs
and
make
a
definite
commitment
to
work
alongside
them
and
provide
more
fiscal
assistance
than
the
small
amounts
we
see
in
budget
2023.
Will
the
minister
commit
to
working
with
groups
like
the
Calgary
chamber
of
voluntary
organizations
to
ensure
non-profits
get
the
resources
they
need
to
continue
the
vital
and
essential
work
in
Alberta.
AB
You
Mr
Speaker
and,
of
course
the
answer
to
that
question
is
yes.
Karen
ball
is
actually
a
constituent
and
a
friend
of
mine
we
do
talk.
I
actually
am
scheduled
to
give
her
a
call
later
this
afternoon,
we've
of
course
want
to
continue
to
part
with
our
not-for-profits
we've
seen
significant
work
within
2023,
not
just
in
my
Ministry,
but
in
children's
services
in
culture,
in
health,
in
Justice
in
education.
There's
increased
funding
right
across
the
board
for
not-for-profits
in
our
community.
AB
AC
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
I'd
like
to
offer
my
condolences
to
the
family
and
friends
of
constables,
Jordan
and
Ryan,
and
all
First
Responders
being
affected
by
what's
going
on,
Mr
Speaker,
Edmonton,
Public
Schools
expect
that
2.7
increase
in
enrollment
for
this
upcoming
year
by
2027.
There
will
not
be
enough
space
for
all
high
school
students
in
the
city.
We
all
know
schools
take
time
to
build
and
we
have
all
known
about
forecasted
enrollment
growth
in
Edmonton
schools.
AC
AD
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
and
first
I
want
to
offer
my
condolences
and
prayers
as
well
to
the
family
and
friends
and
all
those
that
are
impacted
by
the
deaths.
As
a
mother.
Pardon
me
as
the
mother
of
a
police
officer
myself,
it's
my
worst
nightmare
that
I
can
think
of
it's.
The
worst
thing
I
can
possibly
think
of
to
lose
one
of
my
children
in
such
a
way,
and-
and
so
my
heart
goes
out
to
all
of
them
on
the
question
that
was
asked,
the
in
fact
the
member
opposite
is
incorrect.
AC
AD
You
Mr,
Speaker
and
I
guess
the
member
opposite
did
not
know
that
Edmonton
Public
Schools
actually
had
two
new
high
schools,
one
that
is
opening
in
May
of
2024,
the
Southeast
High
School,
and
the
Joey
Moss
school
as
well
is
slated
actually
just
opened
here,
I
believe
in
September
of
2022.
those
in
addition
to
the
other
schools
that
have
been
allocated
in
in
the
future.
We
can
say
that
over
the
last
number
of
years
that
we
have
announced
eight,
where
am
I
18
projects
for
Edmonton
that
will
address
these
needs.
AD
AD
Correct
we've
allocated
16
or
sorry
18
projects
overall
to
Edmonton,
and
while
the
NDP,
during
their
four
years
only
allocated
eight
projects,
Mr
Speaker
I
would
say
that
our
record
as
a
whole
over
the
last
four
years
is
106
schools
across
this
province.
New
infrastructure
we're
58
alone
this
year,
the
members
opposite
during
their
time
period,
only
47,
Mr,
Speaker
and,
in
fact,
Mr
Speaker.
They
failed
rural
Alberta.
When
we
allocated
37
schools,
they
only
allocated
14.
AE
Thank
you,
Mr
maker
I'd
like
to
offer
my
deepest
condolences
to
the
friends,
family
and
colleagues
of
Constable's,
Jordan
and
Ryan,
and
the
terrible
tragedy
that
they're
going
through
right
now,
Mr
Speaker.
Our
government
recognizes
and
supports
the
important
role
Transportation
infrastructure
plays
in
building
our
province's
economic
corridors
and
communities.
In
acknowledging
that
role,
we
must
include
one
road
that
my
constituents
of
Calgary
Pagan
know
far
too
well.
Deerfoot
Trail,
Deerfoot
Trail
is
currently
the
busiest
Road
in
Alberta
and
both
daily
commuters
and
businesses
are
feeling
the
Pains
of
this.
Q
You
very
much
Mr
speaker
and
it
is
tragic
events
like
we
all
heard
about
today.
That
really
do
put
things
into
perspective,
but
regarding
the
question,
Calgary
did
receive
2.2
billion
dollars
in
budget
2023.
430
million
actually
went
towards
upgrades
to
Deerfoot
Trail
and
just
last
November.
We
actually
announced
significant
improvements
on
the
south
side
of
Deerfoot
Trail,
improving
the
bull
bottom
Trail
and
Anderson
Road
South,
Line,
Drive
and
Glenmore
Trail
interchanges,
7
new
bridge
structures,
Mr
Speaker,
are
going
to
be
built
on
the
Deerfoot
and
construction
will
begin.
This
spring
The.
AE
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker.
Everyone
in
animals
driven
on
Deerfoot
Trail,
can
agree
that
this
is
a
welcomed
investment
to
improve
our
province's
busiest
Road.
Given
that
these
improvements
to
Deerfoot
Trail
would
further
develop
Alberta's
economy.
Can
the
minister
tell
the
house
about
how
these
investments
into
Deerfoot
Trail
will
drive
our
economy
forward?
The.
Q
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
hundreds
of
Jobs
Direct
indirectly,
will
be
created
by
the
improvements
to
this.
The
construction
work
on
on
Deerfoot
Deerfield
is
obviously
a
major
trade
route
through
the
province
of
Alberta
shipping
Goods,
not
just
from
the
airport,
but
up
and
down
Highway
2
throughout
the
province
and
the
economic
benefits
of
improving
the
Deerfoot
from
bull
bottom
Trail
to
Glenmore
Trail
will
provide
about
a
23
million
economic
boost
to
the
province,
but
also
Mr
Speaker
Mr
Speaker,
allowing
calgarians
to
be
able
to
get
home
sooner
to
spend
more
time
with
their
families.
AE
The
Honorable
member,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
given
that
those
who
use
Deerfoot
Trail
daily
are
not
limited
to
the
semi
trucks
that
keep
our
grocery
shelves
stocked
and
help
our
local
businesses
take
Goods
to
Market,
and,
given
that
there
are
many
thousands
of
people
that
use
Deerfoot,
Trail
daily,
whether
it's
to
go
to
school
or
going
to
and
from
work,
can
the
same
Minister
tell
the
house
about
how
the
deer
foot
Trail
upgrades
will
benefit
albertans,
who
commute
daily
on
this
road.
The.
Q
Minister,
well
obviously
Mr
Speaker.
We
are
committed
to
making
lives
better
here
in
the
province
of
Alberta
and
calgarians.
Calgary
commuters
will
actually
see
a
15
Improvement
in
their
morning
rush
hour,
commute
and
also
a
22
percent
Improvement
in
their
evening
rush
hour,
commute
Mr
Speaker.
Once
this
construction
is
done,
and
in
total
that
means
about
900
000
hours
a
year
will
be
saved
with
the
completion
of
these
Deerfoot
Trail
improvements
and
Mr
Speaker.
AF
Alberta
seniors
deserve
a
dedicated,
seniors
Advocate.
This
role
was
created
to
ensure
the
voices
and
concerns
of
Alberta
seniors
will
be
heard
by
the
government.
I
was
disappointed
that
the
UCP
terminated
the
position
of
the
seniors
Advocate.
The
recent
report
of
the
auditor
general
shows
the
negative
impact
of
covid-19
pandemic
on
seniors
and
that
there
is
a
need
for
seniors
to
have
a
dedicated,
independent
voice.
Will
the
minister
support
the
re-establishment
of
an
independent
senior's
advocate.
AB
AB
Speaker
seniors
do
have
an
advocate
within
the
health
advocacy
office
who
is
speaking
on
behalf
of
senior
issues
and
concerns
part
of
the
reason
why
we
merged
these
two
offices
is
because
over
a
third
of
the
concerns
that
were
coming
into
the
seniors,
Advocate
were
health
related
and
so
by
merging
these
two
offices
together
we're
actually
able
to
better
serve
seniors
to
make
sure
that
their
concerns
are
being
addressed.
As
we
go
forward,
there's
going
to
need
to
be
a
strong
relationship
between
the
minister
of
seniors
and
the
minister
of
Health
to
address
these
issues.
AF
Given
that
this
budget
proposes
a
2.4
percent
increase
in
accommodation
rates
for
seniors
in
continuing
care,
and
given
that
this
increase
comes
during
a
cost
of
living
crisis,
which
could
mean
families
face
difficult
choices
between
paying
their
bills
while
ensuring
that
their
family
member
is
being
cared
for,
given
that,
as
we
deal
with
this
affordability
crisis,
ensuring
that
the
seniors
who
built
this
province
have
the
support
they
need
is
critical.
Will
the
minister
reverse
this
proposed
increase
in
accommodation
rates.
AB
You
Mr
Speaker
and
again
to
the
member
for
her
question
and
her
advocacy.
This
government
is
taking
action
in
regards
to
addressing
affordability,
challenges
for
for
seniors
indexing.
Senior
Benefits,
as
well
as
supplementary
benefits,
was
a
big
part
of
that,
but
also
bringing
in
the
affordability
payments
to
help
seniors
get
through
this
affordability
crisis.
We're
also
working
towards
expanding
out,
affordable
housing
for
seniors
right
across
this
province
in
the
communities
that
seniors
have
raised
their
families
and
built
their
life
sin.
AF
Given
that
albertans
are
in
the
debt
of
the
seniors
who
built
this
province,
and
we
in
this
house
need
to
provide
them
with
the
support
that
they
need
and
given
that
seniors
voices
should
be
heard
by
their
elected
representatives,
Minister,
please
explain
what
steps
are
being
taken
to
ensure
that
no
seniors
fall
through
the
cracks
during
this
affordable
affordability
crisis.
When
will
the
minister
reinstate
the
office
of
the
seniors,
Advocate
The.
AB
You
Mr
Speaker
and
again
to
the
member
for
the
question.
Of
course,
we
are
making
sure
that
seniors
voices
are
heard
through
the
health
Advocates
office
through
the
senior
Advocate
within
the
health
Advocates
office,
to
make
sure
that
the
concerns
that
the
seniors
have
are
that
they're
able
to
present
that
to
the
the
health
advocacy
office,
of
course,
compiling
that
data
to
help
inform
government
on
how
best
we
move
forward
and
to
make
sure
that
seniors
concerns
are
being
addressed
in
this
community.
We
are
committed
to
improving
the
lives
for
our
seniors
and
budget.
AB
AG
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
and
I'd
just
like
to
begin
by
offering
my
condolences
to
the
family,
friends
and
colleagues
of
the
fallen
officers
who
passed
away
today
yesterday,
I
had
the
honor
of
introducing
Bill
207
jobs.
Investment
intensive
proposal
acts
if
passed.
The
bill
would
direct
the
minister
to
develop
a
tax
credit
that
would
provide
investment,
incentives
to
companies
making
Capital
investments
in
clean
tech,
carbon
materials,
critical
minerals,
processing
and
advanced
manufacturing.
AG
Y
Of
Treasury
board
well,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
to
appreciate
the
members
opposite,
the
member
opposite,
putting
forward
a
bill
that
he
believes
will
further
Alberta's
economic
growth
and
diversification.
Mr
Speaker
that
a
goal
that
objective
has
been
the
objective
of
this
government
since
day,
one
in
2019..
That's
why
Mr
Speaker
we
worked
hard
to
create
the
most
competitive
business
environment
of
any
province
in
the
nation.
We
started
out
by
reducing
our
business
tax
rate
from
12
to
8
percent
Mr
Speaker
we've
been
focused
on
reducing
red
tape
and
Mr
Speaker.
AG
Well,
Mr
Speaker,
given
that
the
competition
for
investment
in
new
emerging
sectors
is
increasing
after
the
United
States
passed
the
inflation
reduction
act
and
then,
given
that
Alberta
has
some
of
the
lowest
capital
investment
growth
in
the
country.
Our
proposed
tax
credit
is
estimated
to
leverage
a
projected
10
billion
in
incremental
Investments
and
will
create
an
estimated
to
20,
000
jobs
and
so
I've
been
asked.
Why
would
the
government
continue
with
their
tax
cuts
when
we
know
that,
in
fact,
tax
credits
allow
growth
and
compel
growth
in
the
province
for
albertans
and
for
our
economy.
Y
Mr
Speaker,
we
believe
that
broadly
creating
a
competitive
business
environment
is
really
government's
role
and
responsibility.
Now
we're
also
I
believe
that,
where
we
have
sectors
where
we're
naturally
competitive
and
we're
competing
with
other
jurisdictions
that
at
times,
specific
incentives
and
tax
credits
are
worthy
and
Mr
Speaker.
That's
why
we
brought
in
the
Alberta
petrochemical
incentive
program.
That's
a
targeted
tax
incentive
grant
program,
Mr
Speaker.
That
is
attracting
interest
from
investors
around
the
world,
Mr
Speaker.
We
have
tens
of
billions
of
dollars,
investment
lined
up
to
come
into
the
sector
in
Alberta.
Y
Speaker
I
know
the
members
opposite
dislike
tax
cuts
that
that's
abundantly
apparent,
but
Mr
Speaker
in
budget
2022,
we
allocated
600
million
dollars
for
skills
and
jobs.
We've
added
to
that
in
budget
23,
with
over
300
million
dollars
again
Mr
Speaker,
to
ensure
that
albertans
can
step
into
training
opportunities
to
ensure
that
all
albertans
can
be
skilled
to
flourish
in
the
economy
of
the
future.
Mr
Speaker
every
albertan
needs
to
participate.
The
Alberta
Advantage
The.
AH
My
deepest
condolences
to
the
family,
friends
and
co-workers
of
the
fallen
officers,
the
just
transition
plan
to
phase
out
oil
and
gas
will
harm
not
only
my
constituents
but
oil
and
gas
workers
across
our
Province.
An
important
dividing
line
between
the
provinces
and
the
federal
government
is
that
natural
resources
and
their
development
fall
under
provincial
jurisdiction,
Gibson
energy
claims.
One
of
four
barrels
exported
from
western
Canada,
runs
through
Hardesty
to
the
minister
of
energy.
AI
You
Mr
Speaker.
This
is
not
the
first
time
that
we've
seen
devastating
policies
from
Ottawa
for
our
energy
industry.
The
key
phrase
here
is
constitutional
rights.
Alberta
has
a
long
history
of
protecting
those
constitutional
rights.
Let's
take
a
walk
down
memory
lane,
whether
that's
Peter
lahid,
fighting
against
Justin,
Trudeau's
father
and
his
National
energy
program
or
Justin.
The
Drama
teacher
Trudeau's
terrible
just
transition
plan
plan,
I
assure
you
we
are
doing
and
will
continue
to
do
everything
to
guarantee
that
our
rights
remain
our
rights
The.
AH
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
and
thank
you
to
the
minister,
given
that
ottawa's
just
transition
plan
is
clearly
to
hinder
Alberta's
production
of
oil
and
gas
and
further,
given
that
there
is
an
ongoing
energy
crisis
where
energy
is
necessary.
Part
of
life
for
heating,
our
homes
to
fueling
our
cars
to
the
minister
of
energy.
Is
the
government
of
Alberta
prepared
to
export
our
morally
and
responsibly
sourced
energy
to
the
world
struggling
with
energy
security,
The.
AI
Speaker
here
in
Alberta,
we
produce
the
most
reliable,
responsible
and
secure
energy
of
anywhere
in
the
world.
Recent
events
have
made
it
clear
that
energy
security
is
a
huge
priority
for
jurisdictions
like
Germany
Japan
and
South
Korea.
Last
year,
the
German
Chancellor
came
to
Canada,
looking
for
Canadian
LNG
and
Justin
Trudeau
turned
him
down.
I
recently
visited
Germany
and
Norway
to
advocate
for
Alberta,
because
I'll
Ottawa
clearly
doesn't
have
the
Compassion
or
the
best
interest
of
albertans
or
Canadians.
For
that
matter
in
mind,
the
world
needs
more
Alberta.
AH
Member
for
Camrose,
thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
and
thank
you
to
the
minister
for
the
answer.
Given
that
Justin
Trudeau
has
gone
down
the
path
of
just
transition
and
given
that
others
support
this
misdirected
notion
to
the
minister
of
energy,
how
has
Alberta
contributed
to
the
welfare
and
well-being
of
the
rest
of
the
country?
The.
AI
Speaker
there
are
approximately
2500
coal
plants
operating
globally
right
now,
with
189
under
construction,
many
of
which
are
located
in
China
are
responsible,
reliable
and
ESG
leading
energy,
especially
our
natural
gas,
can
offset
increasing
Global
emissions.
If
we
can
move
those
coal
plants
to
Alberta
LNG,
we
contribute
leadership,
technological
innovation
and
the
highest
standard
of
ESG
throughout
the
world.
We
should
be,
and
are
the
standard
that
every
other
country
tries
to
live
up
to.
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,.
B
AJ
AG
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker,
I'm
honored,
to
be
a
representative
in
this
chamber
of
Alberta's
great
capital
city
of
Edmonson,
as
MLA
for
Edmonton
Northwest
I
have
seen
Edmonton
grow
and
develop
into
a
Great
Canadian
city
that
it
is
today
with
endless
potential
for
the
future.
However,
this
is
certainly
not
by
accident
through
Partnerships
at
all
level
of
government.
Down
to
the
community
level,
Edmonton
has
been
able
to
build
a
welcoming
home
for
thousands
of
people
who
move
here
every
year.
It
is
critical
that
we
do
not
let
up
in
this
effort,
Mr
Speaker.
AG
We
need
to
ensure,
by
investing
in
Edmonton,
by
building
schools
and
hospitals
and
also
supporting
non-profits
who
serve
this
city.
We
need
to
continue
to
invest
to
ensure
that
our
cities,
most
vulnerable,
are
supported
in
every
way
and,
more
and
importantly,
the
city
needs
a
partner
in
the
legislature
to
ensure
that
these
needs
and
are
acted
on.
AG
AK
It
hit
me
very
hard
to
learn
that,
just
after
the
midnight
this
morning,
Edmonton
Police
Service
response
to
a
family
dispute
in
the
Northwest
Edmonton
and
a
two
police
officers
were
killed
in
the
light
of
Duty
two
young
DPS
virgins,
35
years
old,
Constable,
the
travel
Jordan
in
a
30
years,
older
brother
Orion
did
not
come
home
to
their
family
after
the
night
shift
this
morning
through
all
the
details
of
this
horrified
act
are
not
yet
known.
We
know
that
the
officers
colleagues
rushed
them
to
these
hero.
AK
We
need
to
keep
a
tragedy
like
this
from
happening
again:
Mr
Speaker,
the
Alberta
Government,
always
stands
proudly
with
our
men
and
women
in
uniform,
a
career
that
all
too
often
I'm
sure
fields
of
faintness,
so
I'm
going
to
say
right
now
with
No
Reservations
on
behalf
of
my
colleague
in
the
Alberta
legislature.
Thank
you.
E
Ponoka
Mr
Speaker
in
the
last
few
months,
Ottawa
has
once
again
misunderstood
Alberta
with
their
paternalistic
just
transition-
it's
not
surprising,
but
it
is
frustrating
and
disappointing
at
a
time
when
our
International
allies
are
suffering
due
to
lack
of
access
to
Essential,
Oil
and
Gas
Energy
with
people
in
Europe
burdened
by
astronomically
high
prices.
The
NDP
liberal
government
not
only
refuses
to
send
them
what
they
need,
but
simultaneously
seeks
to
dismantle
Alberta's
industry
and
jobs.
Just
transition
is
a
proposal,
could
not
be
more
ill-timed
or
falsely
named
the
colonial
Ottawa.
E
Liberals
are
blinded
by
an
agenda
that
has
little
bearing
on
reality
and
in
its
Pursuit,
are
happy
to
afflict
albertans
with
joblessness
by
way
of
a
government
Crusade
against
the
industry
that
literally
fuels
our
nation's
economy.
It's
one
thing
to
promote
the
positive
benefits
of
a
green
energy
technology.
A
sector
Alberta
has
embraced
as
a
leader.
It's
another
thing
entirely
for
an
NDP
liberal
coalition
to
Institute
top-down
bans
and
restrictions
on
an
industry
that
constitutes
the
lifeblood
of
modern
civilization,
as
Alberta
moves
toward
diligently
towards
a
low-carbon
future.
E
It
is
undeniable
that
oil
and
gas
produced
here
is
among
the
most
ethically
sourced
in
the
entire
world,
but
the
woke
would
sooner
import
oil
from
dictatorships
produced
with
zero
environmental
standards.
As
we
continue
to
innovate
and
diversify
our
economy
here,
it
would
be
foolish
and
short-sighted
for
Ottawa
to
abandon,
or
rather
eliminate,
Alberta's
fuel
industry
with
a
stroke
of
a
pen.
Our
allies
are
in
desperate
need
of
these
resources,
and
developing
nations
will
continue
to
Source
energy
somewhere
as
they
grow
their
economies
and
improve
their
people's
quality
of
life.
E
Not
only
would
just
transition
destroy
hundreds
of
thousands
of
jobs
and
set
Alberta
and
Canada's
economy
back
for
a
generation,
but
but
it
would
also
be
clearly
unjust
to
continue
refusing
our
allies
and
developing
nations
the
Basic
Energy
supplies
that
they
so
desperately
need.
Thank
you.
Mr
Speaker.
S
Firefighters
are
our
heroes,
they
keep
our
communities,
our
cities
and
our
Province
safe
from
fires,
as
well
as
many
other
hazards.
They
protect
our
families,
friends
and
loved
ones
from
danger,
and
they
risk
their
lives
in
the
process.
I
thank
them
for
their
continued
service,
but
I
know
that
words
are
simply
not
enough
not
when
the
realities
of
their
job
can
lead
them
to
develop
cancer.
The
Fort
McMurray
Wildfire
shook
our
Province.
It
was
devastating,
but
I'm,
proud
of
the
way
albertans
rallied
around
each
other
to
offer
support
during
this
time.
S
Albertans
did
everything
they
could
from
fundraising
to
donating
needing
items
to
opening
their
homes.
All
while
Alberta
firefighters
did
everything
they
could
to
stop
the
fire
as
quickly
as
possible.
So
it
is
hard
now
to
see
the
ways
in
which
the
spirit
of
Community,
Care,
friendship
and
support
seems
to
have
fallen
away
and,
in
its
place,
has
been
an
unnecessary
fight
when
coverage
should
be
provided
and
to
whom
we
have
the
power
here
and
now
to
end
these
disputes
and
do
the
right
thing
to
make
sure
bill.
Nine
includes
retroactive
coverage
for
cancer.
S
Firefighters,
develop
as
a
result
of
their
job
as
the
province
of
Ontario
did
earlier
this
month.
So
I
want
to
remind
the
UCP
that
this
support
is
possible,
that
we
have
the
amendment
at
the
ready
to
correct
this
wrong
and
align
Alberta's
Pro
policy
with
provinces
like
Ontario.
Our
firefighters
have
given
us
so
much.
Let's
work
together
and
provide
them
with
retroactive
coverage.
It's
just
the
right
thing
to
do.
S
H
B
Y
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker
I
now
wish
to
table
the
2022-23
supplementary
Supply
estimates,
along
with
an
update
to
the
2223
fiscal
plan,
as
required
by
the
fiscal
planning
and
transparency
act.
This
2022-23
fiscal
plan
update
contains
no
changes
from
the
information
provided
in
the
23
to
26
fiscal
plan
tabled
for
Budget
2023..
The
documents
I'm
tabling
today
reflect
the
realities
we've
faced
and
the
needs
we've
addressed
since
I
tabled
budget
2022
in
February
of
last
year.
Y
These
funding
requests
will
also
provide
for
the
planned
spending
to
enable
electricity,
rebates
and
other
affordability
supports
that
have
provided
relief
to
albertans
struggling
with
our
current
affordability
crisis.
The
unique
and
challenging
circumstances
of
this
last
year
called
up
on
the
government
to
act
fast
and
to
make
life
more
affordable
and
we
responded
Mr
Speaker
in
total.
The
supplementary
Supply
estimates
will
allow
additional
spending
by
19
government
departments
when
passed.
The
estimates
will
authorize
an
approximate
increase
of
2.7
billion
in
expense
funding.
Y
5000
pardon
me
500
000
in
capital,
investment
funding
for
the
government
and
292
million
in
financial
transactions
of
this
funding.
The
four
highest
expenses
are
a
753
million
dollars
for
treasury
board
and
finance
for
investment
in
the
Alberta
Heritage
savings
trust
fund,
636
million
for
energy,
primarily
for
the
cost
of
selling
oil
and
the
site
Rehabilitation
plan,
553
million
for
health,
primarily
for
physician
payments
and
the
new
Alberta
Medical
Association
agreement,
355
million
for
affordability
and
utilities
for
rebates
and
grants
under
the
affordability
action
plan.
Thank
you.
Mr
Speaker.
B
Honorable
members,
thank
you
to
The
Honorable,
the
president
of
the
treasury
board,
the
Minister
of
Finance.
He
has
moved
government
motion
23
government
motion.
23
is
debatable
pursuant
to
standing
order,
18
1
I.
Is
there
anyone
wishing
to
join
in
the
debate,
seeing
none
I
am
prepared
to
call
on
the
minister
to
close
debate.
The
minister
honorable
members,
the
president
of
Treasury
board
and
the
Minister
of
Finance
has
moved
government
motion
23.
all
those
in
favor
of
the
motion,
please
say
aye
any
opposed.
Please
say
no.
Y
B
Members,
pursuant
to
standing
order
61-2
this
is
a
non-debatable
motion.
Having
heard
the
motion,
as
proposed
by
The
Honorable,
the
president
of
Treasury
board
the
Minister
of
Finance.
Does
the
assembly
agree
to
the
motion
government
motion
24,
all
those
in
favor,
please
say
aye
any
opposed.
Please
say
no!
B
AJ
B
AL
AL
Well,
remember
is
I'd
like
to
Now
call
the
committee
to
order
committee
prior
to
beginning
the
chair
will
outline
the
process
for
this
afternoon.
The
committee
of
Supply
will
first
call
on
the
chairs
of
the
legislative
policy
committees
to
report
on
their
meetings
with
the
various
Ministries
under
their
mandate.
No
vote
is
required
when
these
reports
are
presented.
The
committee
will
then
proceed
to
the
vote
on
the
estimates
of
the
offices
of
the
legislative
assembly.
The
vote
on
the
main
estimates
will
then
take
place.
AL
AM
Committee
on
Alberta's
economic
future
and
pursuant
to
standing
order,
59
section
one
subsection,
10.
I,
am
pleased
to
report
that
the
committee
has
reviewed
the
2023-2024
proposed
estimates
and
business
plans
for
the
following:
Ministries
executive,
Council,
Ministry
of
advanced
education,
Ministry
of
culture,
Ministry
of
Forestry
parks
and
tourism,
Ministry
of
infrastructure,
Ministry
of
jobs,
economy
and
Northern
development,
Ministry
of
skilled
trades
and
professions,
Ministry
of
technology
and
Innovation,
Ministry
of
trade,
immigration
and
multiculturalism.
Thank
you,
madam
chair.
AH
The
standing
committee
on
families
and
communities
pursuant
to
standing
order,
59.0110
I'm
pleased
to
report
that
the
committee
has
reviewed
the
2023-24
proposed
estimates
and
business
plans
for
the
following:
Ministries
Ministry
of
children's
services,
Ministry
of
Education,
Ministry
of
Health,
Ministry
of
Justice,
Ministry
of
mental
health
and
addiction,
Ministry
of
Public
Safety
and
Emergency
Services,
Ministry
of
seniors
community
and
Social
Services,
Ministry
of
service
Alberta
and
red
tape
reduction.
Thank
you
minute.
Madam.
AL
AN
59.01-10
I
am
pleased
to
report
that
the
committee
has
reviewed
the
2023-2024
proposed
estimates
and
business
plans
for
the
following:
Ministries:
Ministry
of
affordability
and
utilities,
Ministry
of
Agriculture
and
irrigation,
Ministry
of
energy,
Ministry
of
environment,
protected
areas,
Ministry
of
indigenous
relations,
Ministry
of
Municipal,
Affairs,
Ministry
of
Transportation
and
economic
corridors
and
Ministry
of
Treasury
board
and
finance
and
I'd
like
to
thank
all
of
my
committee
members
for
their
participation.
Thank
you.
AL
Thank
you,
honorable
member.
We
shall
now
proceed
to
the
vote
on
the
2023-24
offices
of
the
legislative
assembly
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
pursuant
to
standing
order,
59.03
sub
5,
which
requires
that
these
estimates
be
decided
without
debate
or
Amendment.
Prior
to
the
vote
on
the
main
estimates,
I
must
now
put
the
following
question
on
all
matters
relating
to
the
2023-24
offices
of
the
legislative
assembly
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
for
the
fiscal
year,
ending
March
31st
2024,
180
million
409
000.
Are
you
agreed
any
opposed
miscarriage?
Shall
the
bill
be?
Shall
the
vote
be
reported?
AL
Are
you
agreed
any
opposed
that
is
carried
I
know?
We
shall
now
proceed
to
the
final
vote
on
the
main
estimates.
Those
members
in
favor
of
the
resolutions
for
the
2023-24
government
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
for
the
fiscal
year
ending
March,
31st
2024,
please
say
aye
any
opposed.
Please
say
no,
that
is
carried
a
division
has
been
called
or
ring.
The
bells.
AL
AL
AL
AL
O
AL
AL
Remember,
as
that
is
carried,
we
will
proceed
with
the
voting.
Shall
the
vote
be
reported?
Are
you
agreed
any
opposed
carried
I
would
now
like
to
invite
The
Honorable
government
house
leader
to
move
that
the
committee
rise
and
Report
the
2023-24
offices
of
the
legislative
assembly
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
and
the
2023-24
government
estimates
General
Revenue
fund,
The,
Honorable
government
host
leader.
Thank.
AL
AL
Speaker,
the
committee
of
consideration,
certain
resolutions
relating
to
the
2023-24
offices
of
the
legislative
assembly
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
and
the
2023-24
government
estimates
General
Revenue
fund
reports
as
follows,
and
requests
leave
to
sit
again.
The
following
resolutions
for
the
fiscal
year,
ending
March
31st
2024,
have
been
approved.
AL
Commissioner,
one
million
four
hundred
and
ten
thousand
the
government
made
estimates
Advanced
education,
expense
to
2
billion,
416
million,
985
thousand
dollars;
capital
investment,
twenty
five
thousand
financial
transaction,
one
billion
60
million;
one
hundred
thousand
affordability
in
utilities,
expense,
87,
128,
000,
capital,
investment,
twenty
five
thousand
Financial
transactions;
ninety
seven
million
970
906
million
nine
hundred
and
seventy
thousand
Agriculture
and
irrigation
expense.
679.
AL
AP
Just
like
reconciling
the
home
checkbook,
isn't
it
great
job
on
all
those
numbers,
but
honorable
member,
if
we
could
request
some
clarification
on
the
following:
Financial
transactions
for
affordability
and
utilities,
expenses
for
culture,
expenses
for
energy
expenses,
for
service
Alberta
expenses
for
Tech
and
Innovation?
Please.
AL
AL
AL
AL
AP
AP
Y
Well,
Mr
Speaker
I
requests
leave
to
introduce
Bill
11
the
appropriation
act
2023
this
being
a
money
Bill
her
honor,
The
Honorable,
the
lieutenant
governor
having
been
informed
of
the
contents
of
this
bill
recommends
the
same
to
the
assembly.
This
bill
requests
a
total
of
57.4
billion
from
the
General
Revenue
fund,
consistent
with
budget
2023
presented
in
the
house.
This
house
on
February
28th
I,
ask
all
of
my
colleagues
in
this
assembly
on
both
sides
of
the
aisle
for
their
support
in
this
bill.
AP
AJ
Thank
you,
Mr
Speaker.
It
has
been
a
wonderful
week
of
work
here
in
the
legislature,
but
the
time
has
come
to
head
on
to
our
respective
directions.
You
don't
have
to
go
home,
but
I
encourage
you
do,
but
you
do
have
to
get
out
of
here
and
with
that
said,
I
do
move
that
the
assembly
be
adjourned
until
1
30
pm
on
Monday
March,
20th,
28
23..
Here
here.