by Shane Getson | Feb 25, 2021 | Alberta Economy, Alberta Environment, MLA Shane Getson
Carbon Tax Will Grow From $40 to $170/tonne Recently Prime Minister Trudeau planned an increase of the carbon tax to $170/tonne by 2030 right in the middle of a pandemic. The tax in isolation does nothing, it is a cash grab, and ineffectual in obtaining the alleged...
by Shane Getson | Jan 22, 2021 | Alberta Economy, Alberta Environment, Alberta Projects, MLA Shane Getson, UCP - United Conservative Party, What Matters To You!
Keystone XL & Trans Mountain Pipelines I know that at this point I technically am not a “Newly Elected Official”, but quite frankly, there are some days it sure feels like it. Receiving a request for my opinion on items from a few of the media outlets, sure does...
by Shane Getson | Jan 21, 2021 | Alberta Economy, Alberta Environment, MLA Shane Getson, UCP - United Conservative Party
As many are aware, Alberta has always been a best-in-class province. We have captured that western pioneer spirit, with a gritty make it happen attitude. I am very proud to also recognize that we as Albertans have a deep connection with the land, as well as the...
by Shane Getson | Jan 21, 2021 | Alberta Economy, Alberta Environment, MLA Shane Getson, UCP - United Conservative Party
Alberta December 2020 Auctioned Leases Cancelled “We have listened carefully to the concerns raised in recent days, and thank those who spoke up with passion. As a result, we will pause future coal lease sales in former Category 2 lands. The coal leases from the...
by Shane Getson | Sep 4, 2020 | Alberta Economy, Rural Alberta
Sharing 2020 Early Fall Investment Updates I hope everyone has had a chance to enjoy the great outdoors this summer, and everything our great province has to offer. I know it is hard for many not to be able to travel outside the country, but what better place to be...
by Shane Getson | Jul 16, 2020 | Albertan Jobs, Business in Alberta
Shaping the Path to Alberta’s Recovery The last couple of weeks have been extremely busy for our government as we have announced multiple developments and programs, geared to reinvigorate Alberta’s economy. Alberta’s Recovery Plan is designed to get Albertans...