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 Environment, MLA Shane Getson, News, UCP - United Conservative Party
Today Alberta Energy Minister Sonya Savage issued a statement noting recently-issued 11 coal leases will be cancelled and future coal lease sales in former Category 2 lands will be paused. As Minister of Environment and Parks, I have heard from many Albertans...
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 | Jan 2, 2021 | Alberta Environment, MLA Shane Getson
Invitation to Contribute We are inviting Albertans to tell us how Alberta Environment and Parks land-use policies can provide more clarity and consistency in managing our outdoor spaces. This input from Albertans will help shape future policy and legislation...
