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...
by Shane Getson | Jul 15, 2020 | Alberta Aviation
Bill 201 Has Passed On June. 26th, Bill 201 that would establish a Strategic Aviation Advisory Council, received royal assent in the Legislature. This Bill was a Private Members’ Public Bill that was brought forward by MLA Richard Gotfried of Calgary-Fish Creek. The...
by Shane Getson | Jul 15, 2020 | Alberta Economy, Utility Corridors
Canada Needs Exports One-third of our national GDP is based on exports. Many economists have advocated building new infrastructure as the best way to restart the economy. But the longer-term benefits are even greater. Canada is the source of the best natural resources...
by Shane Getson | Jul 15, 2020 | Albertan Communities, Lac Ste-Anne-Parkland
Last week was Constituency break for the Legislature as it allowed MLA’s to take some time to visit their Constituencies and recharge to prepare for the “home-stretch” of the spring/summer session of the Legislature. Being able to socialize and interact with...
by Shane Getson | Jul 15, 2020 | Lac Ste-Anne-Parkland
Approved STIP Funding I am very happy to announce that Parkland County has been approved for STIP funding. STIP stands for the Strategic Transportation Infrastructure Program, and our government announced back in November of 2019 that we would be offering this program...
by Shane Getson | Jul 13, 2020 | COVID-19, MLA Shane Getson
Focus on Challenges Raised by COVID-19 I wanted to update my Constituents on how Alberta has been progressing during phase two of our relaunch program. I am very happy to report that Albertans have done exceptionally well during phase two as numbers have flattened...
by Shane Getson | Jul 1, 2020 | MLA Shane Getson
Happy Canada Day – A Message of Hope I wanted to wish my Constituents, Albertans, and all Canadians a Happy Canada Day! Today marks Canada’s 153rd birthday since this beautiful nation signed Confederation in 1867. For me, Canada Day is a day of gratitude. There...
by Shane Getson | Jun 27, 2020 | MLA Shane Getson
On June 13th I attended my first ever rally at the Alberta Legislature. I joined a great many like-minded Albertans who are not going to sit quietly and allow the Federal government to trample our property rights. We were all present to add our voices to the thousands...
by Shane Getson | Jun 6, 2020 | Alberta Economy, Business in Alberta, UCP - United Conservative Party
Call for Nominations MLA Shane Getson would like to encourage all Albertans to nominate an individual, business or non-profit organization for a Minister’s Seniors Service Award. The details for the nominations are elaborated as follows: Issue: Nominations for the...
by Shane Getson | Jun 6, 2020 | Albertan Communities, COVID-19
Funds for Mayerthorpe Food Bank I recently spoke with Tammy Lee Gilroy of the Mayerthorpe Food Bank, to thank her and her team for the support they provide our community, about their operations, their recent troubles with break-ins and the positive impact of their...
