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Legislature Update � July 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Legislature Update - June 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Legislature Update - May 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Wed, 12 May 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Legislature Update - April 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Fri, 09 Apr 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Competitiveness Review - Energizing Investment

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Alberta Gives Green for Going Green

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 18 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST

Thousands of Albertans have made their homes more energy efficient since the Alberta government announced the energy efficiency rebate program in April, 2009. More than 38,000 Albertans have received $9.3 million in rebates, helping to avoid over 330,000 tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions. That's the equivalent of removing 63,000 vehicles off the roads.

In Calgary, over 20,000 homeowners have received cheques totaling $4 million.

The program provides consumer rebates for:

energy evaluations for homeowners to assess the current energy efficiency of their home and to measure its efficiency after improvements are made;
efficient home heating systems, hot water heating systems, clothes washers and insulation upgrades; and
new homes achieving a high level of energy efficiency.

'The tremendous response to the energy efficiency rebate program in just under a year speaks to the commitment of Albertans to reduce their environmental footprints,' says Environment Minister Rob Renner. 'Consumers have the power to make a positive environmental impact through their day-to-day energy decisions. Clearly, the people of our province want to do their share.'

Delivering on commitments laid out in its 2008 Climate Change Strategy, the Government of Alberta invested $36 million over three years to help Albertans reduce their greenhouse gas emissions. Many of the rebates are tied to the federal ecoENERGY Retrofit Program, enabling consumers to recoup costs from both programs. The program is administered by Climate Change Central, a non-profit organization empowering Albertans to take action on climate change.

Rebates are available on purchases retroactive to January 1, 2009. To apply for a rebate, visit http://www.climatechangecentral.com/ or phone 1-888-537-7202.

Legislature Update - March 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Tue, 02 Mar 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Budget 2010: Striking the Right Balance

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Tue, 16 Feb 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Legislature Update - February 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 04 Feb 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Legislature Update - January 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 MST

I trust you and your family have had a good Christmas season.

As the new year begins and we prepare for another busy session of the Alberta Legislature, I am encouraged by all our government has accomplished for Albertans in 2009. From our plan for Alberta's economic recovery to electricity transmission to blazing a trail towards more environmentally friendly resource development, we have taken steps to help ensure that our province remains a great place to live, work and raise a family.

Highlights from the past year include The Way Forward, our comprehensive four-point plan designed to bring Alberta back. This year, we also introduced the amalgamation of Alberta's regional health authorities into the new Alberta Health Services, created a new provincial pharmaceutical plan that will see Albertans save considerably on generic prescription drugs, and committed to funding a number of carbon capture and storage (CCS) projects in order to decrease Alberta's carbon emissions. As a government, we will remain focused on our objectives and on leading our province toward renewed prosperity.

The Way Forward

Our party's plan will see Alberta back in a budget surplus position and saving for the future within three years. We will accomplish this by limiting government spending, using our cash reserves in the Sustainability Fund to cover a portion of our revenue shortfalls, continuing to invest in public infrastructure in order to prepare Alberta for when growth returns, and continuing to promote our industries abroad to ensure that Alberta remains competitive and attracts investment.

Our focus during this period of recovery will be on helping seniors and low-income Albertans, and supporting the programs and services that Albertans need most, such as health care, education and seniors' benefits. This will all be done while keeping taxes low. Our government recognizes that we cannot tax ourselves out of this recession, and as such, remains committed to ensuring that Alberta has the most competitive tax rates in the country.

Crime and Safety

Last year, our community saw several gang-related murders - showing that this problem is not localized just to the inner city. Since this time, I have received many calls on this topic and have met with Calgary police and other community stakeholders. As part of our safe communities initiative, I will be introducing a bill this spring to restrict access to certain types of gang-related paraphernalia, including body armor. British Columbia has a similar law and I am looking forward to bringing the same law here in order to help keep our communities safe.

Alberta Health Services

In 2009, Alberta Health Services (AHS) was created as our province's new single health authority responsible for the delivery of health services. This role was previously performed by nine regional health authorities, the Alberta Cancer Board, the Alberta Alcohol and Drug Abuse Commission and the Alberta Mental Health Board. In addition, AHS also assumed responsibility for emergency medical services from Alberta's municipalities. As a result of these moves, the government will realize significant savings through elimination of numerous administrative departments and procurement - while maintaining a local voice in health care.

The creation of AHS and the streamlining of health services delivery in Alberta is part our province's long-term health strategy, Vision 2020. This strategy focuses on the sustainability of our health care system and aims to see a more coordinated and team based approach to care. These changes will enable our healthcare system to perform for every Albertan when they need it, and ensure that every patient receives the right care, in the right place and at the right time.

Lowering prescription drug costs for Albertans

2009 also saw the introduction of an enhanced provincial drug plan that will see the reduction of prescription drug costs for all Albertans. Under the new provincial strategy, all new generic prescription drug prices were immediately reduced to 45 per cent of the brand-name price, and starting in April 2010, the price for existing generic drugs will also be reduced. This new plan will save Albertans, employers and government a considerable amount of money, improve prescription drug use and help our province provide better care to Albertans and improve their overall health.

To learn more about AHS, the Alberta Pharmaceutical Strategy or Vision 2020, please visit www.helath.alberta.ca.

Carbon Capture and Storage

This year, the Government of Alberta also announced a $2 billion investment in carbon capture and storage (CCS) technology. This investment shows our commitment to clean energy production and will maintain Alberta's economic and competitive advantage. The expertise and knowledge that will be generated from the projects supported by this investment will make Alberta a leader in CCS technology, providing skills that can be shared around the globe as we search for ways to reduce our greenhouse gas emissions and combat climate change.

CCS technology can also be used for enhanced oil recovery and helps increase the production from existing reserves. That means that the hard to reach oil from conventional reserves can be accessed. This increased production will translate into greater royalty revenues being collected by the province; revenues that will help ensure the delivery of programs and services in Alberta.

For more information on Alberta's investment in CCS technology, please visit http://www.energy.alberta.ca/Initiatives/1438.asp.

Legislature Update January 2010

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 07 Jan 2010 00:00:00 MST

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Jonathan Denis Weighs in on MLA Defections - SE Calgary News

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Mon, 04 Jan 2010 00:00:00 MST

SE Calgary News editor Markham Hilsop interviews several policital insiders on the defection of 2 former Government MLA's.

For the full article and video, please follow this link.

MLA Jonathan Denis Reviews 2009, Previews 2010 with SE Calgary News

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Fri, 01 Jan 2010 00:00:00 MST

SE Calgary News editor Markham Hilsop interviews MLA Jonathan Denis.

Full article and video interview are available here.

3 Minutes with Jonathan Denis - SE Calgary News

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Wed, 16 Dec 2009 00:00:00 MST

SE Calgary News Editor Mark Hilsop interviews Jonathan Denis, MLA Calgary Egmont and Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy on December 16, 2009.

Topics include the Alberta Human Rights Commission, possible changes to the Alberta Human Rights Act and a private member's motion that would require individuals or groups lodging a complaint to pay legal costs if the commission found for the other party.

The full article and video of the interview can be seen here.

Jonathan Denis named Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 MST

Jonathan Denis, MLA for Calgary-Egmont was named as the Parliamentary Assistant to the Minister of Energy on Wednesday, September 16, 2009. Jonathan succeeds Honourable Len Webber, MLA Calgary-Foothills, after Mr. Webber was appointed to cabinet as the Minsiter of International & Intergovernmental Relations.

For more information, check out this press release

Calgary-Egmont Map

calgary.egmont@mypcmla.ca — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 00:00:00 MST

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