Dear Friends and Neighbours,
December was a fantastic month in Calgary-Beddington. I was privileged to award 20 outstanding citizens in our community with the Queen’s Platinum Jubilee Medal. A big thanks for their dedication to community and volunteerism.
I was delighted to take part in the many Christmas Markets and events in our neighbourhoods. I hosted a holiday luncheon and was humbled and excited to see so many of you come out to talk and share your ideas with me.
As we bid farewell to 2022 and ring in the new year, affordability remains one of the primary challenges facing Canadians from coast-to-coast as we grapple with an inflation driven cost-of-living crisis.
Here in Alberta, we know families are counting on the United Conservative government to take decisive action to address the rising cost of living. That is why we did not hesitate to announce a package of supports that will keep more money in the pockets of all Albertans.
The measures announced so far include, extending the fuel tax cut; taking action on utilities, including expanding the electricity rebate to a total of up to $500; reindexing benefits like AISH, PDD, and Income Support, as well as the Alberta Seniors Benefit and the Alberta Child and Family Benefit; providing targeted payments for kids under 18, seniors 65 and over, and vulnerable Albertans with household incomes below $180,000; and providing additional support for low-income transit programs.
Our government is in position to provide this significant financial help because of our balanced budget and strong fiscal position. Fighting inflation and tackling the cost-of-living crisis facing Albertans are top priorities for our United Conservative government. Our multi-billion-dollar inflation-relief package will help offset costs for families, seniors, and get our most vulnerable through this challenging time.
Our commitment to fiscal discipline and economic growth is allowing us to provide help for Albertans while we pay down our debt, lower the debt burden, and save for the future.
Wishing you and your families all the best in 2023.
Sincerely,
Josephine Pon
MLA Calgary-Beddington
MLA – Calgary Beddington Josephine Pon proudly serves the following Communities: Beddington Heights, Country Hills, Huntington Hills, MacEwan Glen, Sandstone Valley
