LANDSLIDE: 91.5% Approval of Danielle Smith

Sources close to Premier Danielle Smith have told The Counter Signal that the UCP leader has received a whopping 91.5% approval rating at her leadership review. Beyond the leadership review, party members voted on a number of policy resolutions presented by party constituencies. The policies are non-binding, meaning the UCP will not have to act […]

Smith cracks down on backyard butchers

Alberta’s government has announced significant changes to its meat inspection regulations, prompted by a recent surge in illegal slaughter operations and the sale of uninspected meat. The proposed Meat Inspection Amendment Act aims to increase fines for offenders from a maximum of $10,000 to $100,000 per offense. “We are taking action to maintain public confidence […]