From: Lindsay Telfer, Sierra Club of Canada
As time is of the essence, please send a message today to Stelmach and Oberg saying that at a bare minimum they must implement the full Royalty Panel's report.
http://www.tarsandswatch.org/open-letter-lyle-oberg-re-royalty-review Read more about Action Alert: Our Fair Share, Take Action on Royalties
Today the Parkland Institute released its official response to the report and recommendations of the Alberta Royalty Review Panel. The report, entitled "Selling Albertans Short" is available for free download from the Parkland Institute web-site (www.ualberta.ca/parkland), or can be purchased in hard-copy from the Parkland Institute office. Read the media releaseRead more about New Study Shows Royalty Panel's Recommendations Would Continue the Giveaway of Alberta’s Resource Wealth>
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You are invited to a meeting on Resource Royalty ReformOur Resources, Our Future, Our DecisionsWho should get the royalties — big oil or the people of Alberta? Come and have your say. Panelists Include:
The Parkland Institute has published an Op-Ed on the Royalty Review, the energy industry's response, and the case for public ownership in the energy sector.
Monday, October 08, 2007
by Ricardo Acuña
In the weeks following the release of the recommendations of Alberta's Royalty Review Panel, energy giant EnCana has been one of the loudest opponents of any moves that might increase the direct benefits Albertans receive from their natural resources — going as far as publicly threatening to cancel a billion dollars worth of investment if the panel's recommendations are implemented.
The irony of these threats and the desire to see Albertans get less than full value for their oil and gas will not be lost on those who remember EnCana's history. Read more about EnCana Makes the Case for Public Ownership in the Energy Industry
The recent recommendations from Premier Stelmach's Royalty Review Panel represent a step forward for the province of Alberta. We need your help to ensure that Premier Stelmach implements the recommendations put forward by the Royalty Review Panel. It is as easy as 1, 2, 3.
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Despite increasing economic prosperity over the past 50 years, many conditions of well-being are in decline and rates of happiness are largely unchanged since the 1950s. Why do our measures of economic progress not reflect the values that make us happy: supportive relationships, meaningful work, a healthy environment, and spiritual well-being? Economist Mark Anielski has developed a new and practical economic model called Genuine Wealth that measures the real determinants of well-being and helps to redefine progress.
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Edmonton... Albertans living in and around Edmonton have the opportunity to share their views about Alberta's royalty and tax regime during three days of public meetings, beginning May 14. Anyone interested in making a presentation is encouraged to register in advance to guarantee an opportunity to address the Royalty Review Panel. To register, visit www.albertaroyaltyreview.ca or call (403) 297-8173. You can be connected toll-free by first calling 310-0000.
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Edmonton... Albertans living in and around Edmonton have the opportunity to share their views about Alberta's royalty and tax regime during three days of public meetings, beginning May 14. Anyone interested in making a presentation is encouraged to register in advance to guarantee an opportunity to address the Royalty Review Panel. To register, visit www.albertaroyaltyreview.ca or call (403) 297-8173. You can be connected toll-free by first calling 310-0000.
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Edmonton... Albertans living in and around Edmonton have the opportunity to share their views about Alberta's royalty and tax regime during three days of public meetings, beginning May 14. Anyone interested in making a presentation is encouraged to register in advance to guarantee an opportunity to address the Royalty Review Panel. To register, visit www.albertaroyaltyreview.ca or call (403) 297-8173. You can be connected toll-free by first calling 310-0000.
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Background informationAs the owners of Alberta's energy resources, Albertans are entitled to benefit from development of these resources.In February 2007, the provincial government announced an independent review of Alberta's royalty and tax regime. The purpose of this review is to ensure that Albertans are receiving a fair share from energy development through royalties, taxes and fees. The review focuses on all aspects of the royalty system, including oil sands, conventional oil, and natural gas including coalbed methane.
