The past week has been very interesting on the environment front in Alberta. The government set aside $25 million for publicity to convince the world that Alberta oilsands development is environmentally responsible. It seems too many people are questioning the wisdom of uncontrolled growth and massive emissions in the tarsands. With hundreds of [...]

Yesterday marked the 39th anniversary of the celebration of Earth Day. A tremendous opportunity to think about our impact on the planet and contemplate the course of our actions. To mark the day in the Legislature, the entire Liberal Caucus asked pressing environment-related questions to the Government of Alberta. I also had [...]

In the Legislature yesterday I had the opportunity to question Environment Minister Rob Renner on an $85 million settlement recently given to the Western Irrigation District – the very same irrigation district who bailed out the Balzac Megamall and racetrack plan when they were unable to attain the water licenses they needed. Considering these [...]

Yesterday, the government’s Throne Speech emphasized continued growing of the economy and, predictably, disappointing on the environment, especially the crucial issue of water shortage and water management. Climate change policy continues to focus on expensive technology (carbon capture and storage) with weak targets, reflecting a government still in denial about our major contribution to [...]

Today is the Speech from the Throne at the Alberta Legislature, signaling a new session is beginning. This session will be different from any I’ve served so far, with a smaller Opposition trying to hold the government to account. After the disappointing results of the March 3rd election, there has been much [...]