Alberta doubles electricity rebate to $300, Experts not sold on inflation supports

Alberta doubles electricity rebate to $300, Experts not sold on inflation supports

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The Alberta government is doubling its electricity rebate from $300 to over six months, but experts don't think that'll help you deal with inflation. Instead, they're asking why Albertans weren't cut a cheque. Saif Kaisar reports

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