This fall, Alberta’s government will introduce legislation that fortifies the rights, freedoms and opportunities of Albertans, ensuring protections are updated to reflect these modern times.
During the fall session, Alberta’s government will focus on amending and strengthening the Alberta Bill of Rights, to include the introduction of new rights for Albertans, such as protections for personal autonomy, including the right not to be given medical care, treatment or a vaccine without consent; the right to acquire, keep and use firearms in accordance with the law; and strengthened property rights.
“Alberta’s government is heading back to the legislature with a laser-focus on the protection of Albertans’ best interests. The legislation introduced this session will see Alberta be a leader in Canada, enshrining fundamental rights while simultaneously ensuring our province remains a haven for job-creating investment with strong, business-friendly policies.”
Legislation will be introduced preserving choice for minors, supporting student success and well-being in schools by strengthening ties between parents and their child’s education, and protecting fairness and safety in sport by ensuring biologically born women and girls have the opportunity to compete in biological female-only categories.
Alberta’s government will also propose legislation to promote safety in the workplace, increase safety, transparency and accountability in the child-care sector, and protect Albertans’ privacy in today’s digital environment. The government’s emphasis on ensuring the rights and freedoms of Albertans are protected in an ever-changing world is in addition to the ongoing work to continue diversifying Alberta’s economy and maintain Alberta’s business- and investment-friendly environment.
Proposed bills to be introduced this session include:
- Alberta Bill of Rights Amendment Act, 2024
- Early Learning and Child Care Amendment Act, 2024
- Health Statutes Amendment Act, 2024
- Education Amendment Act, 2024
- Meat Inspection Amendment Act, 2024
- Fairness and Safety in Sport Act
- Service Alberta Statutes Amendment Act, 2024
- Justice Statutes Amendment Act, 2024
- Financial Statutes Amendment Act, 2024
- Protection of Privacy Act
- Access to Information Act
- All-season Resorts Act
- Miscellaneous Statutes Amendment Act, 2024