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New Energy Partnership to Be Announced in Calgary

  Prime Minister Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, seen here together last month, have been discussing a potential agreement focused on the energy sector for months.  Former Bank of England governor Mark Carney and Alberta Premier Danielle Smith are expected to unveil a major energy deal in Calgary this Thursday, according to a source familiar with the matter. The agreement is anticipated to focus on advancing clean energy initiatives while balancing Alberta’s traditional oil and gas strengths. Carney, who has been a vocal advocate for sustainable finance and climate-conscious investment, is set to join Smith in highlighting how the deal could position Alberta as a leader in energy transition. While details remain under wraps, the announcement is expected to emphasize collaboration between government and industry, aiming to attract investment, create jobs, and strengthen Canada’s role in global energy markets. The Calgary event underscores the growing importa...
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Alberta Premier Danielle Smith Replaces Deputy Health Minister Amid AHS Allegations

 

In a significant political move, Alberta Premier Danielle Smith has removed Deputy Health Minister Andre Tremblay following allegations of government interference in lucrative medical contracts. The decision comes in the wake of a lawsuit filed by former Alberta Health Services (AHS) CEO Athana Mentzelopoulos, who claims she was wrongfully dismissed for investigating questionable contracts pushed by high-ranking government officials.

Mentzelopoulos alleges that she faced pressure from government officials, including those in the premier's office, to sign off on contracts with surgical facilities at inflated prices. The lawsuit, which has not yet been tested in court, also claims that Health Minister Adriana LaGrange attempted to thwart her probe into these contracts.

Premier Smith has announced that Tremblay will continue to serve as the head of Alberta Health Services while the government conducts an internal review. Smith has also stated that an independent third party will be hired to assist with the investigation and that a "legal conflicts wall" will be established to separate the ongoing work of those implicated from the investigation.

Despite calls for a public inquiry, Smith has opted for an internal review, emphasizing the government's commitment to transparency and accountability. Both Smith and LaGrange have denied any involvement in the awarding of private surgery contracts, asserting that all contracting decisions were made by AHS staff.

The allegations have sparked a political firestorm in Alberta, with opposition parties and some members of Smith's cabinet calling for a more thorough investigation. As the situation unfolds, the government faces mounting pressure to address the concerns raised by Mentzelopoulos and ensure the integrity of Alberta's healthcare system.


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