Journalism, news reporting, and Canadian public affairs by Courtney Theriault
Courtney Theriault: Canada described as best major economy for investment
Courtney Theriault highlights remarks about Canada as the best major economy in the world for investment. The statement suggests optimism about the country's investment environment, with an ...
Courtney Theriault: Alberta orphan well cleanup costs hit record $1.66 billion
Courtney Theriault reports that the price tag to clean up Alberta's orphan wells has reached a record $1.66 billion. This represents a 50% increase in total costs compared to last ...
Iran conflict may deliver windfall for Canadian oil profits, Courtney Theriault notes
Courtney Theriault reports that Canadian oil producers could experience a record year for profit due to the ongoing Iran war. Theriault highlights a proposal from economist Jimbo Stanford, who ...
Courtney Theriault: Alberta leads Canada in vehicle and property insurance rate hikes
Courtney Theriault reports that Alberta is leading the nation in increases for both vehicle and property insurance. This development highlights the province’s position at the forefront of rising ...
Electricity prices could reach $100 per megawatt hour by 2029, Courtney Theriault notes
Courtney Theriault highlights that Capital Power CEO Avik Dey, during the company’s latest earnings call, predicted a return to higher pricing for electricity. Dey told analysts that prices ...
Courtney Theriault: B.C. deal to boost financial resources for improved social services
Courtney Theriault reports that Prime Minister Mark Carney believes the B.C. deal will generate financial resources intended to enhance the social services available to Canadians. The agreement ...
Canada inflation jumps to 3.2 percent in largest spike since 2023, Courtney Theriault notes
Courtney Theriault reports that Canada experienced a 3.2 percent inflation jump last month, marking the highest increase since late 2023. According to Theriault, Alberta saw the largest regional ...
Courtney Theriault: Value comparison of $400 in 2006 and $100 in 2026
Courtney Theriault presents a comparison of currency values across two decades. According to Theriault, $400 labeled as Ralph Bucks in 2006 would be equivalent to $615 in 2026, while $100 referred ...
Alberta may move from deficit to surplus if oil prices stay high, Courtney Theriault notes
Courtney Theriault reports that Alberta's fiscal position could dramatically improve if current high oil prices are sustained. According to a new report from the Business Council of Alberta, the ...
