CALGARY, AB – Today, United Conservative Party (UCP) leadership candidate Travis Toews released his strategy to strengthen Alberta within confederation. “Albertans have made massive contributions to the rest of Canada over the years, including a net $600 billion in federal taxes paid with little to show for it,” said Toews. “We must use every tool at our disposal […]
As a rancher and cattleman, I know the last few years have been incredibly challenging for the agriculture producers who are so vital to the heritage and economy of all Alberta communities. Extreme weather, global supply chain issues, and the impacts of the COVD-19 pandemic have all taken their toll on our industry. I also […]
As a rancher and cattleman, I know the last few years have been incredibly challenging for the agriculture producers who are so vital to the heritage and economy of all Alberta communities. Extreme weather, global supply chain issues, and the impacts of the COVD-19 pandemic have all taken their toll on our industry. I also […]
I’m running to ensure our children and grandchildren have the same kind of opportunities and freedoms that Kim and I have been blessed with. We must strengthen Alberta’s place in Canada and win meaningful reforms. Threats and sternly worded letters aren’t enough, and radical actions that create chaos will only set us back. I have […]
Many Alberta families are facing an affordability crisis. The best way to help with affordability is to ensure Alberta attracts job-creators so we can all earn a good living. Alberta now has a low unemployment rate and is poised for the biggest GDP rebound of any province in Canada. I’m committed to keeping our recovery […]
I firmly believe one of the most important things we can do as a government, as a society, and as parents is ensure our children have an excellent education. Alberta has succeeded on this front by respecting parents’ right to direct their child’s education, and under my leadership our world-leading school choice model will be […]
I want to extend an invitation to all Albertans … let us seize this opportunity to step into the next chapter in our history united, laying aside our differences to focus on our shared vision – a hopeful future for our children and grandchildren, on the foundation of a free and prosperous Alberta. I am […]
The COVID-19 pandemic exposed a capacity crisis in Alberta’s health care system. We have one of the best-funded systems in Canada and yet, throughout the pandemic, our system was on the brink of collapse. Alberta can and should do better. 1. Decentralize AHS and keep executives accountable As I travel across Alberta, I continually […]