Alberta government again shifting expense disclosure policy after widespread backlash

Alberta Premier Danielle Smith’s government is again shifting its expense disclosure policy after critics from across the political spectrum accused her of dodging responsibility.

In early August, the province quietly published new rules axing a requirement for Smith, her ministers, senior staff and deputy ministers to publicly post receipts for expenses over $100.

Marisa Breeze, press secretary to Finance Minister Nate Horner, said in a Tuesday email that cabinet has directed Horner to see that the previous expense posting policy is reinstated — but with a tweak.

“Cabinet recognized the importance of an expense posting policy that achieves both security and transparency,” she said.

Breeze said the exact location of accommodations like hotels will be redacted on receipts posted online