Category: Jason Kenney

Next Step on Alberta Pension Plan in Spring, but No Change Without Referendum: Kenney

EDMONTON—Premier Jason Kenney says his government will make a decision this spring on whether to pursue pulling Alberta out of the Canada Pension Plan. But Kenney says even if the United Conservative government proceeds, Albertans will have the final say through a referendum on whether to create an Alberta Pension Plan. Treasury Department officials are…


Kenney Expresses Concern as Indications Biden Administration May Cancel Keystone XL Pipeline

Indications that the incoming U.S. administration may be planning to cancel the Keystone XL pipeline is raising concerns for Alberta Premier Jason Kenney. A briefing note shared by members of President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team purportedly contains the words “Rescind Keystone XL pipeline permit,” suggesting the incoming president will cancel the project via executive action,…


Kenney Says Alberta Has ‘Strong Legal Basis’ to Seek Damages If Biden Administration Cancels Keystone XL Pipeline

Indications that the incoming U.S. administration may be planning to cancel the Keystone XL pipeline is raising concerns for Alberta Premier Jason Kenney. A briefing note shared by members of President-elect Joe Biden’s transition team purportedly contains the words “Rescind Keystone XL pipeline permit,” suggesting the incoming president will cancel the project via executive action,…


Alberta Eases Some COVID 19 Rules as a Test, Including for Hair Salons, Outdoor Groups

EDMONTON—The Alberta government is easing public-health rules around funerals, outdoor gatherings, and hair salons while warning residents to keep following other restrictions in place to limit the spread of COVID-19. Starting Monday, personal and wellness services, including hair salons and tattoo parlours, can open by appointment only. Outdoor social gatherings, which were previously banned, will…