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Alberta Recall Act Stays: No Changes Coming

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith announces the province's recall legislation will remain unchanged for now, despite ongoing debates about its effectiveness and implementation requirements.

Alberta Recall Act: Your Guide to Firing MLAs

Discover how Alberta's groundbreaking Recall Act empowers voters to remove MLAs and municipal politicians between elections. Learn the rules, thresholds, and process for this democratic tool.

Alberta Sovereignty Act: Rights Revocation Fears

Albertans express deep concerns about the provincial government's power to revoke rights and freedoms through the Alberta Sovereignty Act, fearing unprecedented governmental overreach.

Calgary Mayor's Cautious Optimism on Federal Budget

Calgary Mayor Jeromy Farkas expresses measured optimism about the 2021 federal budget, highlighting potential benefits for Alberta's economy while raising concerns about ongoing challenges for the energy sector.

Alberta's Notwithstanding Clause Faces Intense Scrutiny

Alberta's plan to invoke the notwithstanding clause in its sovereignty act legislation sparks intense constitutional debate and sets the stage for a historic political showdown over provincial powers versus federal authority.

Alberta Seeks New Auditor General Amid Extension Offer

Alberta's government is launching a search for a new Auditor General while current AG Doug Wylie offers to extend his term for two more years, creating political tension and uncertainty around financial oversight.

Montreal voter turnout hits near 40-year low

Montreal's municipal election sees continued decline in voter participation, marking the third lowest turnout since 1986. Analysis reveals troubling trends in civic engagement across Canada's second-largest city.

Soraya Martinez Ferrada Elected Montreal Mayor

Soraya Martinez Ferrada makes history as Montreal's new mayor, celebrating a decisive victory in Saint-Michel while outlining her vision for affordable housing and community development.

Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer Re-elected in 2025

Montreal's municipal political landscape sees continuity as Laval Mayor Stéphane Boyer wins decisive re-election, promising continued urban transformation and economic development.

Chilean Refugee Runs for Montreal Mayor

Discover how Soraya Martinez Ferrada's refugee experience from Chile's dictatorship fuels her campaign to become Montreal's next mayor, bringing a unique perspective on immigration and urban leadership.

Montreal Mayor Election: Live Results

Live coverage of Montreal's municipal election results as voters determine the city's next mayor and political direction for the coming term.

Quebec Municipal Election 2025: Live Updates

Follow our live coverage of Quebec's 2025 municipal elections as voters across the province cast ballots for mayors and councilors in pivotal local races that will shape communities for the next four years.

Gatineau Votes: Municipal Election Decides City's Future

Gatineau residents are heading to the polls today in a municipal election that could reshape the city's leadership and direction for the next four years. Discover what's at stake and who's competing for the mayor's chair.

Quebec Municipal Elections: Over 1,000 Towns Vote

Voters across Quebec are heading to the polls today in municipal elections that will determine mayors and council members in more than 1,000 municipalities. From major urban centers to small rural communities, citizens are shaping their local governments

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