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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

'In today's political climate transparency and openness is vital and your letter was clear statement that there was no wrong doing on our part' said PC Alberta President, Jim McCormick in a letter to Lori McKee-Jeske, Elections Alberta's Acting Chief Electoral Officer.

Today, PC Alberta received written notification that the investigation into allegations that the PCAA had accepted donations in contravention of the Elections Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act (the Act) has been concluded.

• All allegations that the PCAA had accepted contributions beyond the campaign limit of $30,000 contrary to Section 19(1) of the Elections Finances and Contributions Disclosure Act (the Act) were found to be completely and definitively unfounded.
• The allegation that the PCAA knowingly accepted contributions not belonging to the contributor contrary to Section 34(2) of the Act were found to be definitively unfounded.
• The allegation that the PCAA knowingly solicited or accepted a contribution from one or more persons who were ordinarily a resident outside Alberta contrary to Section 35(1) of the Act was concluded to be unfounded.

'We are proud of our fundraising efforts and pleased that the Chief Electoral Officerand#12288;has confirmed we took all reasonable precautions to ensure we are in full compliance with the rules and the ethical standards surrounding political fundraising in Alberta, as we always do' said McCormick.

'Premier Redford and our PC Caucus passed legislation last fall to make transparency and accountability stronger in Alberta and our party is doing the same. We have requested that Elections Alberta make the report public for all Albertans to see.

'While we remain focused on the issues that matter to Albertans, the opposition continues a pattern of baseless witchhunts and are more interested in scoring cheap shots than addressingand#12288;what Albertans expect from all political parties. Now that the investigation is complete we look forward to refocusing our time and resources on issues that matter to our members and to all Albertans'

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For media inquiries, please contact:

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

To view the original letter please CLICK HERE.

For media inquiries, please contact:

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

'On behalf of the members of the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta I express our condolences to the family of Gerard Amerongen. Gerry was first elected as the Progressive Conservative MLA of Edmonton Meadowlark in 1971 and became our first speaker. As an integral member of our PC Family and the first PC Government he will be missed.' Jim McCormick, PC Alberta President

Photograph: File, Edmonton Journal

'The success of our local Constituency Associations is a testament to our volunteers and to their dedication and commitment to their communities and to the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta' said PC Alberta Leader, Premier Alison Redford.

'We are extremely pleased with the success of our 87 Constituency Associations. While others may claim ownership over Alberta's grassroots support the success of our PC Constituency Association's tells the truth. Unlike other political parties, we do not believe in blunting the local efforts to fund the central Party. Dollars raised remain local, where they belong, to support the efforts of our volunteers and the associations in those communities' said PC Alberta President Jim McCormick.

'The dedication of our volunteers is second to none. The work of our volunteers throughout the year to engage their local communities, raise awareness and fundraise on behalf of their Progressive Conservative Constituency Associations is remarkable. Additionally, the work that goes in to completing and auditing financial reports is immense; our volunteer chief financial officers that prepare these documents are unsung heroes and I thank them for their continued commitment to their Constituency Associations and our Party' said McCormick.

The submission of Annual Financial Statements was required by Elections Alberta on April 2, 2013. PC Alberta submitted all 87 Constituency Association Financial Statements in addition to the PC Alberta's 2012 Annual Financial Statement.

Alberta elected Premier Alison Redford and the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta to protect Alberta's gains and build for the future.

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

DATE/TIME: 5:35 PM Thursday, April 11, 2013

LOCATION: TELUS 105, TELUS Convention Centre, Calgary

On Site Contact: Jessica Chawrun, 587.926.8781.

Media are invited to attend the Premier's speech as part of the formal program. The program will begin at 6:30 PM with the Premier's speech commencing at approximately 6:50 PM

Please note dinner will not be provided. Media are invited to attend until the completion of the formal program.

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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

Starting July 1, 2012, Albertans will be able to have their prescriptions renewed at their local pharmacies.

'Essentially, we are opening 1,000 new locations to get prescriptions renewed which will provide Albertans with more access, more options and more convenience,' said Fred Horne, Minister of Health and Wellness. 'This initiative also supports physicians by freeing up time to see more patients, especially those with complex health needs.' Pharmacists will be paid to provide the new service to all Albertans.

Effective July 1, the Alberta government will also reduce the price it pays for generic prescription drugs. The price reduction will mean Albertans will save on their out-of-pocket costs for generic drugs, and the Alberta government will save about $85 million in 2012/13.

To help pharmacies in Alberta's remote communities expand their services and adjust to the lower generic drug prices, $5.3 million dollars will be available in 2012/13 as part of a new three-year, $15.9-million Remote Pharmacy Access Grant. This follows on a $5 million grant for rural pharmacies and over $55 million in transition support for all pharmacies provided since 2010.

'We want to make sure that Albertans living in remote communities have access to pharmacists and pharmacy services to help them stay healthy,' said Horne.

'Alberta's pharmacists are uniquely placed in the system, particularly in rural areas, to help address the many challenges associated with drug therapy,' said Dr. James Kehrer, Dean of the Faculty of Pharmacy at the University of Alberta. 'I am confident that today's announcement will help pharmacists provide a more supportive and accessible continuum of primary health care.'

Funding for the remote access grant and other expanded services will come from savings achieved as a result of the new lower generic drug prices.

All of these initiatives are the first step towards full implementation of a new professional services compensation framework for pharmacists which is now complete. Since 2009, a transition team representing Alberta pharmacists has been working with Alberta Health and Wellness to develop the framework. The framework recognizes the role of pharmacists as full partners in delivering team-based care.

FAST FACTS

• In 2008, Alberta was home to 949 pharmacies. In 2012, Alberta is home to 1013 pharmacies.
• In 2007, the Alberta government amended the Pharmacists Regulation of the Health Professions Act to allow pharmacists to renew, modify and in some cases prescribe medications in accordance with educational requirements and quality standards set by the Alberta College of Pharmacists. Services are provided in consultation with a patient's physician. This new investment supports appropriately licensed pharmacists to offer better access to these services across the province.

Pharmacy changes as of July 1 include:

Prescription renewals - $20 million in 2012/13

• Albertans will have the option to ask their local pharmacist to renew their prescription. Albertans can still visit their family physician to have their prescription renewed. The Government of Alberta will reimburse pharmacists for this new service. Refills that are short-term until the patient can see a physician would not qualify for this reimbursement. This service is within the current standards of practice of Alberta's pharmacists.
• Work continues to introduce more patient-focused pharmacy services to improve access and the health of Albertans.

Remote Pharmacy Access Grant - $5.3 million in 2012/13 (total $15.9 million over three years)

• For pharmacies located in remote communities, the Alberta government will be providing a three-year, $15.9 million Remote Pharmacy Access Grant. The grant will be managed by Alberta Pharmacists' Association, with a monthly payment to eligible pharmacies. This grant will provide a monthly payment to existing remote pharmacies in Alberta that meet certain eligibility criteria such as size of community and distance between pharmacies.

Pharmacy Services Framework

• A new compensation framework has been developed by a transition team working with government since 2009. The framework will be fully implemented on July 1, 2012.

Generic Drug Prices Reduction

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For media inquiries, please contact:

Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
587.926.8781
jchawrun@pcalberta.org

Jim McCormick, long-time PCAA volunteer was elected President by the delegates in attendance.

'I am humbled by this honour and I am absolutely energized to begin working with constituencies across the province. I am confident in the future of the PCAA as I am proud of its past' said Jim McCormick, PCAA President elect.

Troy Wason has been elected as VP Calgary and brings a wealth of political, organizational and communication skills to the position.

VP South elect, Kerry Milder has been an active member in the PCAA for the last twelve years in a number of south Alberta Constituencies.

Two other VP positions were acclaimed- Don Schultz is VP North elect, and Sue Timanson is VP Edmonton.

Two Regional Director elections resulted in Ansar Qureshi and Mike Wade being chosen as Edmonton Regional Directors.

'It has been an honour and a privilege to serve as the President of the PCAA for the last two years. I am extremely confident as I hand over the reins to an exceptional President and renewed Executive Committee' said Bill Smith.

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For more information contact:
Jessica Chawrun
PC Alberta Communication's Manger
jchawrun@pcalberta.org, 587.926.8781

Media attending the Leader's Address are to meet in TELUS Room 105 no later than 7:45 PM, at which point arrangements will be made for set up in the Exhibition Hall. The formal program will begin at 8:05 PM.

A full schedule of the media access has been provided below.

Please note that outside of the below schedule, media are not invited to the AGM andamp; Convention sessions. Interview requests at the AGM andamp; Convention may be made through onsite media coordinator Jessica Chawrun by phone at 587.926.8781 or via email at jchawrun@pcalberta.org.
Upon arrival at PC Alberta's 2012 AGM andamp; Convention media outlets must sign in at TELUS Room 105.

AGM andamp; Convention Media Room

TELUS Room 105, the designated Media Room will be made available beginning at 5:00 PM Friday November 9, 2012 and remain open until 9:00 PM.

UPDATED- The Media Room will be open Saturday November 10, 2012 between 9:00-7:00 PM.

Leader's Address - 8:15 PM, Friday November 9, 2012

Media Availability - 8:45 PM, Friday November 9, 2012

Following the Leader's Address, Premier Alison Redford will be available to media at 8:45 PM Friday November 9, 2012 in TELUS Room 105.

Media Availability - 1:30 PM, Saturday November 10, 2012

Premier Alison Redford will be available to media at 1:30 PM Saturday November 10, 2012 in TELUS Room 105.

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For more information contact:
Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
587.926.8781, jchawrun@pcalberta.org

AGM andamp; Convention Media Room

TELUS Room 105, the designated Media Room will be made available beginning at 5:00 PM Friday November 9, 2012 and remain open until 9:00 PM.

The Media Room will be open Saturday November 10, 2012 between 9:00-3:00 PM.

Leader's Address - 8:15 PM, Friday November 9, 2012

Media are invited to attend the Leader's Address on Friday November 9, 2012 which will begin at approximately 8:15 PM in Exhibition Hall D andamp; X at the TELUS Convention Centre in Calgary, AB.

Please note media that plan to attend the Leader's Address are to meet in TELUS Room 105 no later than 7:45 PM, at which point arrangements will be made for set up in the Exhibition Hall. The formal program will begin at 8:05 PM.

Media Availability - 8:45 PM, Friday November 9, 2012

Following the Leader's Address, Premier Alison Redford will be available to media at 8:45 PM Friday November 9, 2012 in TELUS Room 105.

Media Availability - 1:30 PM, Saturday November 10, 2012

Premier Alison Redford will be available to media at 1:30 PM Saturday November 10, 2012 in TELUS Room 105.

Upon arrival at PC Alberta's 2012 AGM andamp; Convention media outlets must sign in at TELUS Room 105.

Please note that outside of the above events, media are not invited to the AGM andamp; Convention sessions. If you would like to make a request outside of the above events please contact the onsite media coordinator Jessica Chawrun at 587.926.8781 or jchawrun@pcalberta.org.

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For more information:
Jessica Chawrun
Communications Manager, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org, 587.926.8781

LOCATION: Evergreen Park TEC Centre, Grande Prairie

On Site Contact: Jessica Chawrun, 587.926.8781.

Media are invited to attend the Premier's speech as part of the formal program. The program will begin at 7:00 PM with the Premier's speech commencing at approximately 7:20 PM.

Please note dinner will not be provided.

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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

Please note that the 5:20 PM Media Availability has been cancelled.

Premier Alison Redford will be available to media in Lethbridge prior to the Southern Alberta

Leaders Dinner. Updated details below:

DATE/TIME: 3:30 PM October 18, 2012

LOCATION: Atrium North, Chinook Regional Hospital, Lethbridge AB

Please note dinner will not be provided at the event.

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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

Media are invited to attend the Premier's speech as part of the formal program. The program will begin at 6:30 PM in the Exhibition Hall, with the Premier's speech commencing at approximately 6:55 PM.

Immediately following the Premier's speech the Premier will be available at the scheduled media availability. See details below.

DATE/TIME: 7:30 - 7:45 PM (approx.) October 11, 2012

LOCATION: San Remo Room, the Sheraton Hotel, 3310 50th Avenue, Red Deer

On Site Contact: Jessica Chawrun, 587.926.8781.

Please note dinner will not be provided.

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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
587.926.8781

As per Elections Alberta's financial regulations, documentation of the monies raised during the Campaign Period are to be submitted to Elections Alberta by end of day August 23, 2012.

The Election Period began with the official Writ Drop Monday March 26, 2012 and closed 28 days following on April 23, 2012, Election Day. The official Campaign Period commences with the Writ Drop and comes to a close 60 days following Election Day, June 22, 2012.

'We are pleased with the support we have received from across Alberta. The submission of campaign financials allows our Party to wrap up the formal Election and look forward to our next steps. The financial support of donations raised is a testament to our people and the work put into their local constituency campaigns' said PCAA President, Bill Smith.

'Our success and our victory are because of our dedicated PC Family who worked tirelessly through the Campaign Period to share our message and garner support for our candidates' said Progressive Conservative Leader, Premier Alison Redford. 'Our volunteers are second to none and the financial support received during the Election highlights the days and weeks of their hard work and dedication.'

The Central Progressive Conservative Campaign is set to file financial documents detailing expenditures and donations made to the Association during the Campaign Period on October 23, 2012.

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'What a term it has been!' expressed Smith, citing his role during the 2008 election, the 2011 Leadership race, the nominations of late 2011, and the 2012 election.

'What made it all worthwhile to my family and me was the incredible commitment to our Party that so many Albertans have and from so many walks of life,' said Smith. 'The diversity of our Party is a point of pride for me. As we are now firmly established with a 4 year mandate, a Leader who is without a doubt the best Premier in the country, and a Party in renewal I feel it is time for me to move on.'

'Bill has served with distinction for PC members and all Albertans in his role as President' stated Premier Redford. 'He was instrumental in the success of both the Leadership race and the recent election. I count him as a friend and confidante and know he will continue to serve Alberta.'

Delegates at the Annual General Meeting being held in Calgary this November will elect the next President of the PC Party of Alberta. Also on the agenda is a full review of the Party constitution.

'The Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta is a unique political party and we should change cautiously, but not be afraid of change to make us a better organization' concluded Smith.

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Media inquiries may be directed to:

Jessica Chawrun
PC Alberta Director of Communications
403.671.9343
jchawrun@pcalberta.org

'After a thorough recruitment process in which there were 31 applicants for the role, with folks from as far away as Quebec, I am pleased to make this official announcement. Mr. Charlebois is the unanimous choice of our Executive Committee and our Leader,' said Bill Smith, President of the PCAA. 'Mr. Charlebois brings a wealth of experience, with 27 years as a PCAA member/volunteer combined with a decade in government and a decade in private business, making him the ideal candidate.'

'I am extremely pleased to see someone so capable ready to serve the Party,' said Alison Redford, Leader of the PCAA and Premier of Alberta. 'Kelley has shown his long-term commitment to Alberta in both partisan and non-partisan roles. His public service record has been exemplary and the day to day operations of our Party are now in excellent hands.'

'I am honoured to be given this opportunity to serve my Party. We are at an exciting crossroads, having just won the election. This is an excellent time to bring people together, refocus on our members and their priorities for their Party.' said Charlebois. 'I look forward to working with the Association, our Leader, and all of our members to achieve our goal of continuing to earn the trust of Albertans.

The Executive Director of the PCAA is the senior most staff person of the organization and has general responsibility for the strategy and operation of offices, staff and facilities for the conduct of the Association's affairs and functions.

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Media inquiries may be directed to:

http://p0.vresp.com/s8jrIy

'I have been made aware of a recent FOIP release from the University of Calgary and their legal Counsel. In that part of this release refers to a PC Party event and possible inappropriate action, I will today ask the Chief Electoral Office (CEO) to provide guidance on how the donation should be handled.'

The PCAA will make no further comment on this matter until the conclusion of discussion with the CEO.

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Following Elections Alberta's March 22, 2012 media release PC Alberta President Bill Smith pledged that all donations made in error to the Progressive Conservative Association of Alberta would be fully refunded to the organizations indicated as prohibited in Elections Alberta's report. As of today, May 31, 2012 PC Alberta has reimbursed the following organizations for donations made in error:

Town of Fahler

Town of Okotoks

Town of High River

City of Medicine Hat

Town of Redcliff

County of Grande Prairie No 1

Calgary Laboratory Services

Athabasca University

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Media inquiries may be directed to:

Jessica Chawrun

jchawrun@pcalberta.org

403.605.3307

DATE/TIME: 4:45 PM, Thursday May 17th, 2012

CHECK IN: Salon 2, 4:35 PM

LOCATION: Salon 2, Shaw Conference Centre, 9797 Jasper Avenue NW, Edmonton

On Site Contact: Jessica Chawrun, 403.605.3307

Media are invited to attend the Premier's Speech at 6:50 PM.

Please note dinner will not be provided.

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For more information contact:

Jessica Chawrun, PC Alberta
jchawrun@pcalberta.org
403.605.3307

Volunteers, directly and indirectly, touch the lives of almost every Albertan and are involved in virtually every aspect of community life. From sport and recreation to the arts and vital services to youth, families and our most vulnerable citizens, volunteers help to make possible programs and services valued at an estimated $9.6 billion per year.

The diversity of our province is seen in those who make up the family of volunteers as citizens come together to achieve common goals. Stepping up to make a difference are the young and young at heart, Albertans born and raised and new Canadians who have chosen our province as their home.

We offer facilitation and consultation services, and are able to provide public participation and stakeholder consultation support to both the nonprofit/voluntary sector, as well as community organizations, networks and government. Financial support for community organizations, non-profit organizations and public-use facilities is delivered through a diverse range of programs and grants, including the Community Spirit Program, the Community Initiatives Program and the Community Facility Enhancement Program.

The PC Party is committed to building a solid foundation for culture, and community engagement to prosper in our province.

We developed, My Child's Learning: A Parent Resource , an easy to use online tool that allows parents to get information about what their child is learning and how their child might be assessed for every subject and grade level at school.

This online tool is one of many ways in which we are engaging with parents about their child's education. In addition to course and subject matter, parents can also use the tool to explore online learning materials to help their child with their studies.

The online tool was developed in consultation with the Alberta School Councils' Association, the Fédération des parents francophones de l'Alberta, and with parents across the province who participated in online surveys and focus groups throughout the product's development. Parents said that they wanted plain language descriptions about subject matter as well as the ability to link to the resource via mobile devices such as smart phones. And we listened.

Alberta is the first jurisdiction in Canada to create an interactive, online tool of this kind for parents. The move to an online tool with advanced customized features gives parents greater flexibility to create an individualized learning profile for their child based on grade and subject level.

The PC Party is committed to creating a stronger voice for parents in the education system.

By enhancing Alberta libraries' digital licenses, libraries are able to incorporate leading-edge language learning software into their services.

We are providing a one-time grant of $790,000 to The Alberta Library (TAL) and the Alberta Public Library Electronic Network (APLEN) to help bring Alberta libraries to the forefront of technology. The innovative language software component, Mango, will help new Canadians learn English, French, and other languages. Any library that is a member of TAL will have access to the enhanced digital resources.

More than $32 million is allocated in 2011-12 for public library service, marking the third consecutive year of increases in operating grants for growing populations. Alberta has a strong provincial library network that uses cutting-edge technology to share library resources.

This grant underscores our commitment to libraries as the cornerstone of progressive and vibrant communities. Their electronic services are at the heart of a prosperous Alberta.

The PC Party is committed to enabling seamless access to library resources and services for all Albertans in the communities where they live, read, and raise their families.

In today's diverse agriculture sector there are a variety of career options available to young Albertans, both on and off the farm. Currently, the average age of Alberta's producers is 51; we need to find ways to engage youth in agricultural activities. This additional funding of $2 million in Agricultural Society Initiatives will help support local programs that encourage our youth to become involved in our agriculture industry.

The seven regional Agricultural Societies (Grande Prairie, Camrose, Lloydminster, Red Deer, Olds, Medicine Hat and Lethbridge) will each receive $142,850, totaling nearly $1 million, 10 per cent of which must be directly used for agricultural youth leadership development or initiatives such as scholarships, training or youth development activities. The funding can also be used to enhance farm safety programming.

Alberta's 284 local Agricultural Societies, who are in good standing, will receive $2,500 each to be used for activity-based agricultural youth leadership development activities or farm safety programming. The remaining dollars from the $1 million granted to local societies will be used to strengthen activity-based funding for the 2011-12 year.

In 2010, each Primary Ag Society received a one-time grant of $2,500 from the Alberta government, to use for farm safety events and activities in their community. Projects ranged from ad campaigns to safety plans/initiatives, incorporating farm safety in 4-H programs and trade show booths. Several societies combined their funding and developed joint programming. This approach was successful in increasing awareness of the importance of farm safety and it is believed the same success can be achieved in helping develop our agriculture industry's next generation of producers, leaders and entrepreneurs.

The PC Party is committed to promoting prosperity for Alberta through a strong, competitive, sustainable agriculture and food industry.