The provincial government is shining the spotlight on rural Alberta — and this time, not just for its agriculture.
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Discussing the urban rural interface of Cochrane
The urban rural interface is a dynamic change-driven location, teeming with life. It can also be a place of ecological and social conflict if not properly managed through buffers, education and promotion of good will and trust among those with competing interests.
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St. Albert mayor seeks to avoid urban-rural rift
As the dust settles in civic elections around the province, a councillor from the city next door has already started talking about how Edmonton needs to get a bigger share of the region’s industrial tax revenue.
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Rural wards see mix of change, status quo
A mix of old and new faces from Wood Buffalo’s rural wards will enter council chambers this November.
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OPINION: Why picking rural Alberta’s pocket is a bad idea
Rural Alberta is being targeted for the money it collects. As the home to the robust industries that drive Alberta’s economy, there has been an increasing push for rural municipalities to share their perceived wealth with urban neighbours.
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Proposed tax break for rural businesses
Rural businesses in the Wood Buffalo region may be benefitting from a tax break pretty soon, if city administration and councillor Jane Stroud have their way.
A report was delivered to municipal council Tuesday evening that shone a spotlight on the fact that rural businesses are being taxed up to 60% more than those within Fort McMurray’s city limits.
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