Alberta bill gives cabinet power to remove municipal councillors, change or repeal bylaws
- Alberta government's bill grants sweeping powers over municipalities, enabling dismissal of councillors and bylaw overrides. Political parties may soon enter Edmonton and Calgary ballots.
- Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver justifies new powers for fair elections and accountability, using them as a last resort.
- Criteria for removing councillors decided case-by-case by Premier Danielle Smith's cabinet. The bill also prohibits electronic voting tabulators for ballot integrity.
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