Dear Neighbours,
I am proud to tell anyone and everyone that I am a born-and-raised Albertan. And I marvel at how fortunate I am to be living in this beautiful province, here in Calgary, at the foot of the majestic Canadian Rockies.
As an unapologetic Albertan, I am also a staunchly proud Canadian and it is so heartwarming these days to see just how many of us there are who love and value our province, and our country.
While the U.S. President would like to divide us and muses about Alberta becoming the 51st state as he tries to bully us with senseless tariffs, “mild-mannered” Canadians are uniting like never before.
Unfortunately, the recent announcement that Dow Inc. is delaying construction of its multi-billion-dollar Path2Zero petrochemical project in Fort Saskatchewan due to the uncertainty caused by Trump’s tariffs will hurt Alberta through a loss of jobs and wealth.
We must continue to stand strong and united in a Team Canada approach to Trump’s tariffs. Albertans need an ethical, competent government now more than ever. Alberta’s New Democrats are calling on the UCP to lead Alberta and stand with all Canadians. Alberta’s economy needs a real plan to move forward.
Here’s a five-point strategy to strengthen our economy and support workers:
• Build a stronger Canadian market—reduce interprovincial trade barriers and improve labour mobility.
• Engage strategically with the U.S.—secure real wins for Alberta, not just photo ops.
• Expand global trade—grow Alberta’s agricultural exports to meet rising global demand.
• Support displaced workers—invest in retraining and income support to keep people working.
• Attract top talent and investment—recruit the best minds and workers to build Alberta’s future.
MLA – Calgary Elbow Samir Kayande proudly serves the following Communities: Altadore, Bel-Aire , Britannia, Elbow Park, Elboya, Erlton, Garrison Green, Garrison Woods, Glamorgan, Lincoln Park, Lower Mount Royal, Marda Loop, Mayfair, Meadowlark Park, Mount Royal, North Glenmore Park, Parkhill, Rideau Park, River Park, Roxboro, South Calgary, Upper Mount Royal, Windsor Park
