Alberta
Hanna RCMP believe arsonist started fires near highway
News release from Hanna RCMP
Hanna RCMP investigate several grass fires along Alberta Highway 9
On June 21, 2023, at 6:39 p.m., Hanna RCMP responded to reports of multiple grass fires along Highway 9, between Hanna and Youngstown. It is believed that the fires were intentionally set, and are similar in nature to multiple grass fires that occurred along Highway 9, west of the community of Craigmyle, on June 13, 2023.
Hanna RCMP are seeking any witnesses to the June 21 incident, as well as any potential dashboard camera footage during that time. If you observed any person(s) or vehicles stopped in the area between Hanna and Youngstown that you believe may be involved in this incident, please contact the Hanna RCMP at 403-854-3393.
As the suspect involved in this incident is still at large, the RCMP are asking for the public to be alert for suspicious activity in this area going forward, and to call 911 if you believe a criminal incident is in progress. A description of any suspect(s) or vehicle, including license plates would be of assistance in this investigation.
Hanna RCMP
Alberta
Official statement from Premier Danielle Smith and Energy Minister Brian Jean on the start-up of the Trans Mountain Pipeline
Alberta
Protecting the right to vote for Canadian citizens: Minister McIver
Minister of Municipal Affairs Ric McIver issued the following statement in response to Calgary City Council’s vote to extend the right to vote to permanent residents:
“Yesterday, Calgary city council passed a motion advocating for permanent residents to be extended the right to vote in civic elections. Alberta’s government has been clear since the beginning: only Canadian citizens are able to vote in civic elections. That will not be changing.
“The Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms affirms the right of every Canadian citizen to vote and to run as a candidate. This right extends to voters in municipal, provincial and federal elections.
“Protecting our democracy is of the utmost importance. Our provincial election legislation, like the Local Authorities Elections Act, has also been clear since its inception that voting is a right of Canadian citizens.
“Alberta’s government is also ensuring that voting is accessible for more Albertans. The Municipal Affairs Statutes Amendment Act proposes to enable special ballot access for any voter who requests it, without having to provide any specific reason such as physical disability, absence from the municipality or working for the municipal election. The ministries of Seniors, Community and Social Services and Service Alberta and Red Tape Reduction are also making it easier for individuals to obtain the identification Albertans need for a variety of services, including the ability to cast a ballot.
“Our government will continue to protect the integrity of our elections and make sure voting is accessible for all Albertans who are Canadian citizens.”
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