Alberta defends $280K carpet replacement in premier’s office
Friday, May 2, 2025, 4:21 pm
Alberta officials are defending the decision to spend a cool $280,000 on a replacement rug in Premier Danielle Smith’s office, citing a carpet aged over 20 years and riddled with stains. One wonders if the government is investing more in plush office décor than in pressing public needs.
The government says the previous carpet in the 6,500 square foot legislature space was more than 20 years old and riddled with rips and stains.
EDMONTON - Alberta's government is defending a hefty bill to replace the rug in Premier Danielle Smith's office.
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