The @albertaNDP just set three fundraising records: 2022 was our record year, the fourth quarter was our record quarter, and December 31st was our record day.
Change is coming, Alberta.
Meanwhile, NDP energy critic, Kathleen Ganley, issued a statement asking the government to take action.
“Giving Alberta drivers a break at the pumps only works if gas prices actually come down — and stay down,” Ganley said. “Albertans have experienced price increases just as the fuel tax was removed in the past, and I fear that may be happening again.”
She adds Albertans need actual help, as they continue to deal with inflation “and the second-lowest wage growth in Canada.”
“Alberta’s NDP is once again calling for a full audit of gas prices. Albertans deserve to know what is driving cost, and to know that their government will take action to prevent any price gouging,” Ganley said.
Prices can still be found as low as $1.08 and $1.09 a litre if you look around.
— With files from Mark Strashok.
We’re focused on the road ahead
Support for Alberta’s NDP from Albertans out-paced results from the last quarter with over $1.4 million raised including more than 3,200 additional unique contributions compared to Q1.
“It’s so encouraging to see such a rise in support time and time again from Albertans. I am so thankful to those standing with Alberta’s NDP so we can work towards critical change for the province,” said Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley. “We’re once again seeing a government distracted by trying to save their own jobs, instead of dealing with the issues that Albertans are facing everyday like the rising cost of living and lack of access to public healthcare.
“Alberta is ready for a change, and my team and I won’t stop working for Alberta families and businesses.”
Elections Alberta released second quarter results today, seeing Alberta’s NDP raising $1,430,164.06 from over 31,000 unique contributions. That is an increase of more than 3,200 unique contributions from the first quarter of this year.
“Continuing to see a rise in unique contributions, and steady support from Albertans every quarter, is incredibly inspiring to see the unified appetite for change across the province,” said Alberta NDP Provincial Secretary Brandon Stevens. “This shows us that Albertans in every corner of the province want change, and are tired of the actions of the current and distracted government.”
Alberta’s NDP raised more than double the UCP, which Elections Alberta reports at $521,175 for Q2. This total does not include unverifiable numbers from UCP constituency associations. In 2021, the UCP passed the Election Statutes Amendment Act ahead of their leadership review to allow them to hide their constituency fundraising from Elections Alberta.
“I’m very proud that Alberta’s NDP continues to report our full fundraising numbers and continue to be transparent and truthful with Albertans,” said Stevens. “The UCP have a reputation of being dishonest about what happens behind closed doors, and while they are engrossed in the drama and attacks of their own leadership race, Albertan’s clearly can’t trust the UCP to be accountable.”
After the rules to enter the leadership race were announced by the UCP, it was revealed that candidates would have to submit a $175,000 fee for a chance to run. There are seven confirmed candidates for the UCP leadership race.
“During a time where we’re seeing the highest rate of inflation we have in over 40 years and our emergency healthcare systems continue to close for days and weeks at a time, the UCP are focused on gaining power and have been attacking Albertans along the way,” said Notley. “We haven’t seen them address any of the issues facing families now, or make commitments to build a better future.
“Alberta’s NDP continues to be focused on the road ahead, and how to create a better province for every Albertan through concrete policies and change that Albertans are so clearly desperate for.”
We’re focused on the road ahead
Support for Alberta’s NDP from Albertans out-paced results from the last quarter with over $1.4 million raised including more than 3,200 additional unique contributions compared to Q1.
“It’s so encouraging to see such a rise in support time and time again from Albertans. I am so thankful to those standing with Alberta’s NDP so we can work towards critical change for the province,” said Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley. “We’re once again seeing a government distracted by trying to save their own jobs, instead of dealing with the issues that Albertans are facing everyday like the rising cost of living and lack of access to public healthcare.
“Alberta is ready for a change, and my team and I won’t stop working for Alberta families and businesses.”
Elections Alberta released second quarter results today, seeing Alberta’s NDP raising $1,430,164.06 from over 31,000 unique contributions. That is an increase of more than 3,200 unique contributions from the first quarter of this year.
“Continuing to see a rise in unique contributions, and steady support from Albertans every quarter, is incredibly inspiring to see the unified appetite for change across the province,” said Alberta NDP Provincial Secretary Brandon Stevens. “This shows us that Albertans in every corner of the province want change, and are tired of the actions of the current and distracted government.”
Alberta’s NDP raised more than double the UCP, which Elections Alberta reports at $521,175 for Q2. This total does not include unverifiable numbers from UCP constituency associations. In 2021, the UCP passed the Election Statutes Amendment Act ahead of their leadership review to allow them to hide their constituency fundraising from Elections Alberta.
“I’m very proud that Alberta’s NDP continues to report our full fundraising numbers and continue to be transparent and truthful with Albertans,” said Stevens. “The UCP have a reputation of being dishonest about what happens behind closed doors, and while they are engrossed in the drama and attacks of their own leadership race, Albertan’s clearly can’t trust the UCP to be accountable.”
After the rules to enter the leadership race were announced by the UCP, it was revealed that candidates would have to submit a $175,000 fee for a chance to run. There are seven confirmed candidates for the UCP leadership race.
“During a time where we’re seeing the highest rate of inflation we have in over 40 years and our emergency healthcare systems continue to close for days and weeks at a time, the UCP are focused on gaining power and have been attacking Albertans along the way,” said Notley. “We haven’t seen them address any of the issues facing families now, or make commitments to build a better future.
A nomination meeting to select the Calgary-North NDP candidate in the next provincial election will be held on Saturday, December 17th.
Voting will take place at the Beddington Theatre Arts Centre, 375 Bermuda Dr. NW, on December 17th from 2:30 pm until 5:30 pm.
There will be an advanced poll at the Panorama Hills Community Centre, 88 Panamount Hill NW, on Wednesday, December 14th, with voting from 6:00 pm until 9:00 pm.
Mail-in-ballots are also available to members eligble to vote who are unable to vote in person. Mail-in-ballots may be requested from Will O’Connor at woconnor@albertandp.ca. All mail-in-ballot requests must be made prior to 5:00 pm on Wednesday, December 7th.
There are currently three eligible candidate for the nomination:
Rajesh Angral
Hassan Bokhari
Moses Mariam
Albertans deserve better leadership from their government. Rachel Notley is building a strong team of local candidates. Together, we can bring positive change to Alberta by working for a diversified economy that lifts everyone up, we can have the backs of frontline healthcare workers, and stop the race to the bottom.
To be eligible to vote in this nomination you must be a member in good standing with Alberta’s NDP. Further, you must have joined Alberta’s NDP or renewed your membership before 11:59 PM on Saturday, December 3rd, 2022, the 14th day prior to the nomination meeting date, and live in the constituency. Memberships can be purchased or renewed at albertandp.ca/join.
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Michelle Baer, city solicitor for the city of Red Deer, will be the NDP candidate for Red Deer-South in the next Alberta provincial election.
“Red Deer is a very unique and special place, and I am so grateful that this community has put their faith in me to be their representative in the next election,” said Baer. “Red Deer is the third largest city in the province, yet is often stuck between being considered a ‘big city’ or a rural area.
“Red Deer deserves a strong voice in government to represent the distinctive issues this area faces. I’m excited for the chance to do the hard work Red Deer needs and deserves.”
As the City Solicitor for 11 years, Baer manages the City’s legal and legislative departments and provides legal and procedural advice to the city departments and City Council. A lawyer by trade, Baer is the City Solicitor for Red Deer providing legal and procedural advice to City Council and support for city operations. Prior to this role, Baer was a lawyer in private practice at Chapman Reibeek LLP.
Since 2015, Baer has been volunteering her time to sponsor refugees and support newcomers to Canada. So far, Baer has organized the sponsorship of two families and continues to support these families as they integrate into the Red Deer community.
“Being a city stuck in the middle, Red Deer has been facing a lot of delays in key decisions under this current government and we need support,” said Baer. “The Red Deer Regional Hospital, as an example, is on the verge of critical failure. We need to repair the relationship between the government and healthcare professionals, and I believe Rachel Notely will do that.”
Baer has three grown children, and lives in Sunnybrook. After completing her law degree, Baer stayed home to raise her three children and went on to work as a program manager for Lacombe and District Family and Community Support services before returning to law.
“Parents and teachers in my community are not happy with the proposed curriculum from the UCP. I’m proud to be joining Alberta’s NDP who have committed to reversing the curriculum in its entirety,” said Baer.
“Others in my community are talking about the struggles they have with the skyrocketing monthly costs. I’m proud to be joining Alberta’s NDP who have a plan to keep more of their money in their pocket.”
Support for Alberta’s NDP from Albertans out-paced results from the last quarter with over $1.4 million raised including more than 3,200 additional unique contributions compared to Q1.
“It’s so encouraging to see such a rise in support time and time again from Albertans. I am so thankful to those standing with Alberta’s NDP so we can work towards critical change for the province,” said Alberta NDP Leader Rachel Notley. “We’re once again seeing a government distracted by trying to save their own jobs, instead of dealing with the issues that Albertans are facing everyday like the rising cost of living and lack of access to public healthcare.
“Alberta is ready for a change, and my team and I won’t stop working for Alberta families and businesses.”
Elections Alberta released second quarter results today, seeing Alberta’s NDP raising $1,430,164.06 from over 31,000 unique contributions. That is an increase of more than 3,200 unique contributions from the first quarter of this year.
“Continuing to see a rise in unique contributions, and steady support from Albertans every quarter, is incredibly inspiring to see the unified appetite for change across the province,” said Alberta NDP Provincial Secretary Brandon Stevens. “This shows us that Albertans in every corner of the province want change, and are tired of the actions of the current and distracted government.”
Alberta’s NDP raised more than double the UCP, which Elections Alberta reports at $521,175 for Q2. This total does not include unverifiable numbers from UCP constituency associations. In 2021, the UCP passed the Election Statutes Amendment Act ahead of their leadership review to allow them to hide their constituency fundraising from Elections Alberta.
“I’m very proud that Alberta’s NDP continues to report our full fundraising numbers and continue to be transparent and truthful with Albertans,” said Stevens. “The UCP have a reputation of being dishonest about what happens behind closed doors, and while they are engrossed in the drama and attacks of their own leadership race, Albertan’s clearly can’t trust the UCP to be accountable.”
After the rules to enter the leadership race were announced by the UCP, it was revealed that candidates would have to submit a $175,000 fee for a chance to run. There are seven confirmed candidates for the UCP leadership race.
“During a time where we’re seeing the highest rate of inflation we have in over 40 years and our emergency healthcare systems continue to close for days and weeks at a time, the UCP are focused on gaining power and have been attacking Albertans along the way,” said Notley. “We haven’t seen them address any of the issues facing families now, or make commitments to build a better future.
“Alberta’s NDP continues to be focused on the road ahead, and how to create a better province for every Albertan through concrete policies and change that Albertans are so clearly desperate for.”
NDP Critic for Advanced Education, and former Education Minister David Eggen will be the NDP candidate for Edmonton-North West in the next Alberta provincial election.
“I am extremely excited to continue to fight for a brighter future for all Albertans,” said Eggen. “We have seen the current government make deep generational cuts to our post-secondary system, and present a backwards curriculum that experts, teachers, and parents all have rejected.
“Rachel Notley and Alberta’s NDP understand the importance of education not just to our children’s future, but to the economy of our province. We have drafted many robust proposals, including a map for the future of post-secondary.”
Eggen has always been focused on supporting Alberta students on their path to success. As Minister of Education from 2015-2018, he championed the building and modernization of 244 new schools across Alberta.
“We expect to see a surge of enrollment in Alberta’s post-secondary schools, and we need a government that prepares our schools to be a pillar in economic diversification – not cut and slash their budgets which harms the quality of education provided to our students,” said Eggen.
“An NDP government would ensure our schools are supported, as we already have a map to strengthen the sector which was developed through robust consultation and research.”
Eggen holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Alberta and taught for nearly 20 years both globally and at local schools. He is active in the community, having been a trustee with the Forum for Young Albertans, a chair leader of the Canadian Paraplegic Association, and former executive director of Friends of Medicare.
In his spare time, Eggen is an active gardener and frequently raises tomato seedlings to hand out to constituents.
“My colleagues and I on Rachel’s team have spent our time in opposition listening to Albertans to understand the pressure they’re under as bills pile up every month,” said Eggen. “I will continue to work hard for my community, and believe that an NDP government can help all Albertans succeed.”
At the end of the spring sitting of the Legislature, NDP House Leader Christina Gray and Energy Critic Kathleen Ganley called out the UCP on the complete failure to address the top issues facing Alberta families and businesses.
“The UCP have been entirely engrossed in their own internal drama, and have failed to address the single most important issue in the lives of Alberta families: the punishing monthly bills Albertans are struggling to pay,” said House Leader Christina Gray. “Many of these bills have grown by hundreds of dollars a month because of decisions made by the UCP.”
“I’m sure we will hear the Government House Leader congratulate himself on the number of bills the government passed,” said Energy Critic Kathleen Ganley. “But he’s missing the point entirely – the bills Albertans care about are the ones piling up on their kitchen table, and by every measure, those have gotten worse under the UCP.”
In this spring sitting, the UCP presented a budget that charges Albertans an additional billion dollars in income taxes through bracket creep, while reducing the value of the Child and Family Benefit, Seniors Benefit, Income Support, and AISH.
“As a result of UCP policies, Albertans are paying more income tax, more property tax, more tuition, more interest on student debt, more camping fees and more for car insurance,” Ganley. “But on top of all of that, there’s utilities.”
The UCP removed the NDP rate cap on electricity, and Albertan’s bills are now hundreds of dollars higher while natural gas prices have hit a 30-year high.
“Over 13 weeks of sitting in the legislature and the UCP has failed to do anything about this. Not a single Albertan has gotten a rebate, and the government still can’t give Albertans a straight answer about when they will,” Ganley continued.
“No one in this government is looking out for Alberta families. Alberta’s New Democrats are a unified team. We are energized, and we are ready to lead.
“We will always be focused on Albertans, on what Albertans need, and on keeping more money in Albertans’ pockets.”