John Mauldin’s latest piece spotlights a harsh reality: the “Valley of Death,” where modest income gains erase government support, leaving families financially disadvantaged. As the middle class feels the squeeze, AEG calls for policies that reward work, boost upward mobility, and protect Albertans and Canadians from this systemic trap.
Bill C 5 may dominate headlines, but the real story for Alberta lies in how the legislation reshapes project approvals, Indigenous consultation and inter provincial dynamics. Policymakers, investors and community leaders must look past the sound bite and examine the bill’s procedural shortcuts, fiscal implications and the province’s capacity to protect its energy corridor while respecting Indigenous rights.
