Alberta Finance - News Releases

Note: as of November 24, 2004, Finance and Revenue were merged into a single Finance ministry (news release). News releases for both Finance and Revenue are included below.

News Release	Released
Auto insurance reform on track for implementation in 2004	12/30/03
Increased personal exemption amounts keep more money in Albertans� pockets	12/30/03
Temporary freeze on auto insurance rates in Alberta is now law	12/17/03
Consumers can call 310-4455 for auto insurance questions, complaints	12/10/03
Debt paid down, Capital Account boosted with Sustainability Fund Surplus; Education support included in Second Quarter Update 2003-04 Second Quarter Fiscal Update 2003-04 Second Quarter Activity Report	11/26/03
Heritage Fund benefits from continued market improvements	11/26/03
Alberta Legislation introduced to provide Albertans with fair and affordable auto insurance	11/24/03
Alberta consumers to benefit from sweeping auto insurance reforms introduced by Alberta government	11/19/03
Albertans invited to learn more about their Heritage Fund	10/30/03
Information Bulletin: Web site outlines proposed changes to auto insurance in Alberta	10/24/03
Revenue Minister to meet with State Officials and Business Leaders in Utah	10/23/03
Government policy committee seeks further information on proposed changes to auto insurance; refers issue to full government caucus	10/15/03
Annual reports show how government addresses priorities Alberta Finance - laying the foundation for a new fiscal framework Alberta Revenue reports on its second year	09/30/03
Changes will limit quantities of tax-exempt tobacco products	08/29/03
Sustainability Fund is on track to be fully funded in its first year	08/27/03
First Quarter performance shows a net increase for Heritage Fund	08/27/03
New auto insurance web site addresses proposed reforms	08/13/03
Revenue Minister to travel to New York to meet external fund managers and visit the New York Stock Exchange	07/28/03
Alberta set to lower tax rate on cigars	07/25/03
Government addressing consumer concerns with rising auto insurance rates	07/07/03
Information Bulletin - New Name for Alberta Municipal Financing Corporation	06/27/03
Government Annual Report shows Alberta�s strong performance despite global economic uncertainty	06/24/03
Heritage Fund challenged by a tough year on the markets	06/24/03
Government provides $94 million for operating and maintenance costs	06/19/03
Revenue Minister to meet with securities regulators and fund managers in France, Belgium and England	06/13/03
Stakeholders given opportunity for input on securities regulation in Canada	06/11/03
Future Summit input is a part of government business	06/05/03
Alberta�s Sustainability Fund and Capital Plan topics of discussion in New York and Quebec	05/23/03
Information Bulletin - Interest rate set for Alberta Savings Certificates	05/22/03
Government Announces Advisory Committee on Alternative Capital Financing	05/21/03
Province unlocks pension funds for those facing financial hardship (news release and backgrounder with criteria and supporting documentation needed with application) application form EPPA Update 03-05	05/14/03
Province appoints new members to the Alberta Securities Commission	04/09/03
Budget Speech: Minister of Finance Budget Speech 2003 (html) or view the following video clips (requires Real Player - free download): Overview (0:57) Capital Plan (0:48) Sustainability Fund (0:44) Taxes (1:18) Debt (0:27) Health Care (0:57) Infrastructure (0:48) Learning - K-12 (1:38) Learning - Post-secondary education (0:40) Budget 2003 Documents: Budget 2003 Documents Index Budget 2003 Logo in Different Formats Budget 2003 News Releases and Backgrounders: Balancing the successes of the past with today�s priorities and a new fiscal strategy for the future; Charts and Graphs Backgrounder: Budget Summary by Ministry Budget 2003 says major projects a go Backgrounder: Centennial Capital Plan Activities and Programs $5 billion investment reinforces commitment to learning excellence Access and health reform the focus for health funding Backgrounder: Budget 2003 Summary, Alberta Health and Wellness Budget 2003 targets additional assistance to people most in need Affordable housing receives $15 million in new funding for 2003-04 Homeless Shelters integrated with housing programs Backgrounder: Homeless Shelters and Support Programs	04/08/03
Heritage Fund survey results reflect Albertans' commitment to long-term savings	03/13/03
$1.8-billion surplus to be invested in Albertans' priorities (News release and backgrounder - debt reduction table) Third Quarter Fiscal Update: 2002-03 Quarterly Budget Report Third Quarter Fiscal Update: 2002-03 Quarterly Activity Report	02/26/03
Third Quarter results show improved performance for Heritage Fund	02/26/03
New Sustainability Fund will bring stability to Alberta's fiscal framework Financial Management Commission Final Report	02/24/03


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