OUR PRIORITIES ARE:

THE RESTORATION OF THE ENVIRONMENT
The environment lies almost completely within the jurisdiction of the provinces, and the state of Alberta's environment is critical. The last of our wilderness is being consumed by developments. Biodiversity is diminishing, chemicals threaten human health and carbon dioxide from fossil fuel energy is damaging the atmosphere. The EverGreen Party is committed to turning back this tide of destruction, not by technological tinkering, but by giving nature the time and space with which to heal itself.

THE CREATION OF A SUSTAINABLE ECONOMY
Our economy is based on the concept of unlimited growth and relentless competition. Non-renewable resources are liquidated at the fastest rate possible for maximum profit. The power of our government is subordinate to the power of transnational corporations. Wealth is concentrating in the hands of fewer and fewer individuals. This is a recipe for disaster. The EverGreen Party recognizes that a sustainable economy must be constrained by the limits of the natural world. We must strive for stability rather than growth, and an equitable distribution of wealth. We must measure progress in terms of improving our quality of life rather than raising our standard of living.

THE RESTORATION OF COMMUNITY
The structure of human society is being destroyed by self interest and greed. The quality of life for the majority of people is steadily decreasing. Materialism and consumption rule. The EverGreens seek to restore and strengthen local communities and to empower them to create equitable and supportive societies.

THE RENEWAL OF DEMOCRACY
The present electoral system in Alberta and in Canada creates governments which are not representative of the population. The EverGreen Party of Alberta would introduce a system of proportional representation, similar to that used in most developed countries. Some seats would be contested according to our present system, and some seats would be allocated in proportion to the total votes cast for each party. This will encourage participation by all citizens and reduce conflicts caused by regional differences.