Liberal Calgary MP calls proposed sovereignty act a 'gimmick' yyc ableg abpoli cdnpoli
Smith’s office did not respond to requests for comment Thursday. She has previously said the bill is intended to put the federal government on notice about provincial jurisdiction and provide a legal framework for when that jurisdiction is impeded on.Article content
Trade, Immigration and Multiculturalism Minister Rajan Sawhney said at an unrelated news conference Thursday that cabinet ministers had a chance to provide feedback and concerns to Smith. Finance Minister Travis Toews issued a statement Wednesday saying he had legitimate concerns about the bill as it was previously presented but that what was tabled has addressed his concerns.
However, the act does not state this and legal experts say the sweeping power it would give cabinet, coupled with a lack of legislature oversight, is democratically dangerous.
Philippines Latest News, Philippines Headlines
Similar News:You can also read news stories similar to this one that we have collected from other news sources.
Lights out: fallout from worldwide shortage impacting streetlight repair in Calgary - Calgary | Globalnews.caCity of Calgary officials said there are backlogs to repair burnt-out streetlights due to supply chain issues earlier this year.
Read more »
Cookies for a cause: Global News Calgary holiday cookie sale this Thursday - Calgary | Globalnews.caToday's the day! The GlobalCalgary Holiday cookie sale at ATCO Park. From 7-9 a.m. you can buy a 🍪 baker's dozen 🍪 for $20 with $$ to the Morning of Giving 'It's a win-win-win for everybody!' Global_Leslie said. Full details linked below 👇 YYC
Read more »
Calgary Police Commission hears success story from drug court - Calgary | Globalnews.caEric Flinton took the lectern Wednesday afternoon to speak to the Calgary Police Commission about how drug court helped turn his life around.
Read more »
Calgary street lights get new maintenance company - Calgary | Globalnews.caOn Wednesday, the city told Global News as many as 1,100 street lights are out across the city. Officials said supply chain snags led to the backlog to replace the lamps.
Read more »
Calgary committee endorses uniform pickup of black bins despite usage - Calgary | Globalnews.caCity officials told the city’s community development committee the costs of implementing a variable set-out program would outweigh the savings.
Read more »