Commentary How is it that Alberta elected an NDP government in 2015 and now appears to be poised to do so again? As the province ostensibly considered to be Canada’s conservative heartland, it seems inconceivable that Alberta would put Rachel Notley back in the premier’s chair. But if current polls are to be believed, that…
Why Alberta Conservatives Are Loyal to Conservative Principles, Not Parties
Alberta’s New Curriculum: Ditching the Regressive Theory of Discovery Learning
Commentary Alberta is hoping to pilot a new K-6 curriculum soon, and not surprisingly it has upset some parents, the NDP, and the teachers’ union. There are a lot of entrenched interests standing in the way, but hopefully Albertans will see this curriculum implemented. It is guided by the best evidence about student learning and…
Hundreds Gather to Support Alberta Church Shut Down for Ignoring Covid-19 Orders
SPRUCE GROVE, Alta.—Hundreds of people are gathered outside an Alberta church charged with refusing to follow COVID−19 health rules. On the first Sunday since GraceLife Church was shut down and fenced off by Alberta Health Services, an estimated 500 people gathered outside to oppose COVID−19 regulations and show support. GraceLife Church and its pastor, James…
Too Much Groupthink in Public Education
Commentary “I live in a rather special world. I know only one person who voted for Nixon. Where they are I don’t know.” So said liberal film critic Pauline Kael after Richard Nixon won the 1972 American presidential election. To her surprise, it wasn’t a close result. Nixon won 49 out of 50 states and…
Every Student Deserves a Knowledge-Rich Curriculum
Commentary While Prime Minister Wilfrid Laurier’s support for conscription during World War II angered English Canadians, it ultimately strengthened the federation since it reassured French Canadians that the federal government took their concerns seriously. Now, use your critical thinking skills to analyze this statement. Hopefully, you didn’t spend more than two seconds on this one….
Alberta Introduces Legislation That Would Help Voters ‘Fire’ Elected Officials
Alberta has introduced a bill that would allow voters a chance to “fire” their elected representatives if they break public confidence, says Premier Jason Kenney. Introduced on Monday, Bill 52, the Recall Act, would allow Albertans to initiate a process that could lead to the removal and replacement of elected members of the legislative assembly…
Alberta Crown Prosecutors Continue to Drop COVID-19 Tickets, More Withdrawals to Be Expected
Prosecutors in Alberta are continuing to withdraw tickets issued to residents who had defied COVID-19 public health orders. Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedom, a charity law firm that defends Canadians’ Charter Rights, announced on Tuesday that Alberta provincial Crown prosecutor has dropped three tickets, and a municipal crown prosecutor has revoked one. “Public health officials are…
Alberta Crown Prosecutors Continue to Drop COVID-19 Tickets, More Withdrawals Expected
Prosecutors in Alberta are continuing to withdraw tickets issued to residents who had defied COVID-19 public health orders. The Justice Centre for Constitutional Freedom, a charity law firm that defends Canadians’ Charter Rights, announced on Tuesday that Alberta provincial Crown prosecutor has dropped three tickets, and a municipal crown prosecutor has revoked one. “Public health officials…
Alberta Court Rules Pastor Charged With Violating COVID-19 Orders to Remain Jailed Until Trial
An Alberta court has ruled that a pastor who defied COVID-19 restrictions must remain in jail for eight weeks as he waits for his trial. Pastor James Coates of Edmonton’s GraceLife church was charged with one count of breaking the Public Health Act after continuing to hold Sunday services despite a fine to the church and…
Dangerous Offender on the Run Could Be Heading to Saskatchewan, Edmonton Police Say
Edmonton police say a man identified as a dangerous offender is on the loose after removing his monitoring ankle bracelet. Clint Carifelle, 30, was last seen around 119 Avenue and 101 Street on Wednesday night, the Edmonton Police Service said in a media release on Thursday. Police say he could heading toward Saskatchewan. Carifelle is roughly…
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