Alberta’s government announced this week that it is breaking more ground on red tape reduction.
According to a press release, proposed changes in the Red Tape Reduction Statutes Amendment Act, 2024 would ensure unnecessary red tape does not creep back into government so Albertans and Alberta businesses can continue to enjoy a fast and efficient process when dealing with government.
Nathan Cooper, the MLA for Olds-Didsbury-Three Hills and the Speaker of the Legislative Assembly of Alberta, says Red Tape reduction plays such an important role in making government efficient.
Cooper connected with members of his constituency over the weekend at the Didsbury Trade Show who pointed out some government regulation that makes access to mental health and addictions care more complicated than is necessary.
According to Alberta’s government, the proposed legislation will improve court services, support a shift to fully digital justice solutions, and improve enforcement of regulatory offences by extending the limitation period – the timeframe for laying a charge – from six months to 12 months to allow for more comprehensive investigations into serious and complex regulatory offences.
To ensure the safety and well-being of vulnerable Albertans fleeing abuse and living in family violence shelters, Alberta’s government notes that proposed amendments to the Income and Employment Supports Act will improve accessibility of important benefits to support them and their families.
The provincial government highlights the fact that Alberta is consistently recognized as top red tape reduction performer by the Canadian Federation of Independent Business (CFIB) and received a grade of ‘A’ from the CFIB in 2024. Alberta’s government reached its commitment to reduce red tape by 33 per cent in January of this year.
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