Alberta seeks rural input on $250M unpaid property taxes by oil and gas firms, raising concerns.

The Alberta government is asking rural municipalities to identify oil and gas companies that have not paid over $250 million in overdue property taxes. Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver seeks actionable names, but Rural Municipalities of Alberta President Paul McLauchlin doubts enforcement will follow due to stringent conditions. Additionally, the Alberta Energy Regulator will not halt operations based on unpaid taxes, raising concerns about rural communities bearing the financial burden.

November 06, 2024
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