Feds announce $251.4M stabilization payment for Alberta
Posted Feb 23, 2016 9:57 am.
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Federal Finance Minister Bill Morneau announced Tuesday, the Liberal government will be sending an advance fiscal stabilization payment of $251.4-million to Alberta.
The provincial NDP government of Premier Rachel Notley, applied for the payment earlier in February.
Our province qualified for the maximum amount of $60 per person.
Morneau released a statement:
“Canadians expect us to work together to help families through difficult times. I saw firsthand the challenges facing Albertan families on my recent visit to Calgary, and I am pleased to have worked closely with Minister Ceci to provide much-needed relief. I also want to thank my caucus colleagues from Alberta, including Ministers Sohi and Hehr, for their tireless advocacy on behalf of Albertans. Our government remains committed to working with provinces and territories as we implement our plan to grow the economy and ensure a strong, thriving middle class. “
