Albertans to vote on equalization, daylight saving time, and senators in October election

Premier Jason Kenney says he would like to see change, and why not in this upcoming election?

“Alberta has a long and proud tradition of grassroots, direct democracy. We will renew that tradition this fall. I encourage all Albertans to get engaged on these important issues and I look forward to taking part in the debate this fall.”

The province says, over the last 25 years, Albertans have contributed more than $400 billion more to the nation in tax dollars than they have received in federal spending.

“The current program has many issues, including a formula that requires it to grow automatically with Canada’s economy, even if contributing provinces like Alberta are experiencing immense economic challenges,” the release states.

From the release, the following notable facts were given.

Daylight saving time:

Across Canada and the United States, more governments are bringing forward legislation to move to permanent daylight saving time, also known as summer hours. In 2019, Service Alberta asked Albertans if they thought we should make a similar shift.

More than 141,000 Albertans responded, of which 91 per cent were in favour of year-round summer hours.

Senate elections:

“Along with the municipal elections and the two referendum questions this fall, Albertans will elect three Senate nominees – one for each of the two current vacancies and one in case of early retirement.

The Senate nominee election enhances democracy in the province by allowing Albertans to choose the individuals who will best represent them in Parliament. Having representatives elected by Albertans would increase senators’ accountability to Alberta voters to defend the province’s interests.”

For more information on the initiative and the October 18 elections go to Information on Senate/referendum elections.

by Connor Gunn

Albertans to vote on equalization, daylight saving time, and senators in October election

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