Alex Anas Ahmed
Alex Anas Ahmed is a Political Science and History graduate from the University of Calgary. He has actively written on relevant Canadian issues with dozens of prominent interviews under his belt.
Alberta security grants now available, immediate funding an option for those at risk of hate or bias-motivated crimes
Madu: "While we work towards the ultimate goal of eliminating hate crimes in Alberta and bringing those guilty to justice, this fast-tracked grant program will help protect those most at risk.”
Alberta delayed fewer surgeries during pandemic than other provinces
Approximately 95 percent of surgeries delayed during the second and third waves have been rebooked.
Alberta-Canada partnership to provide rent support for 35,500 low-income Alberta households
Amery: The investment promotes personal choice, stability, security and stimulates Alberta's economic growth.
Alberta Finance Minister 'hopeful' in 'good faith' collective bargaining with province's nurses
614 nurses made more than the sunshine list barrier of $129,809. The highest-paid registered nurse receiving $240,058 in salary, premium pay and benefits.
Alberta Gaming, Liquor and Cannabis praises province for keeping promise on red tape reduction
As of June 1, Alberta’s government has completed more than 400 red tape reduction initiatives removing more than 109,500 regulations for a 16.36 percent overall reduction.
Alberta takes 50 percent equity stake in Sturgeon Refinery, estimates saving taxpayers $2 billion
The Alberta government purchased a stake in the province's Sturgeon Refinery, hoping to reduce risk and save an estimated $2 billion over time.
CTF advocates reining in of governor general's unaffordable 'platinum perks'
The CTF estimates that the five living former governors general will receive more than $18 million if they continue to collect their pensions to age 90.
Lethbridge physicians urged city council to repeal mask mandate
Lethbridge’s bylaw came into effect in August of 2020, before the province introduced its mandate last December. The bylaw was expected to remain in place until December of 2021.
Alberta's ends fiscal year with smaller deficit, 'notable' gains
The Alberta government is committed to setting a timeframe for balancing the budget and repaying debt.
WATCH: Statues of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth toppled at Manitoba legislature
Statues of Queen Victoria and Queen Elizabeth II were toppled at the Manitoba legislature on Thursday afternoon by a large group wearing orange shirts.
Farkas proposes 'bill of rights' for Calgary taxpayers to 'level the playing field'
The typical Calgary homeowner saw their property taxes increase from $1,173.61 in 2010 to $2,174.67 in 2020.
Stage 3 reopening a cause for 'celebration' in Alberta, despite calls to cancel Canada Day
Several cities, municipalities and hamlets have already called for Canada Day to be cancelled so that residents can reflect on the "true history" of Canada.
Jason Kenney condemns 'violent hate crimes' against churches, says they are 'profoundly unCanadian'
Kenney: “L’Eglise de Saint-Jean-Baptiste was a place tied up in the lives of people, marriages, baptisms and funerals for generations, including Indigenous peoples."
REPORT: Alberta’s provincial debt increased 138 percent in 5 years to $115.8 billion
"The Alberta government has been on the runaway spending train for more than a decade now."
31 tickets issued in first month of Edmonton pilot project on public alcohol consumption
"If Edmontonians do not comply with the rules, it is possible that this program will be suspended next year, despite its popularity."