Opinion

'This gas tax rebate that is supposed to go to roads and infrastructure for vehicles will now have to be made up by everyone, including those who have chosen to walk or take public transit rather than drive to work.'

'Countless people use the trails on a daily basis, no matter the weather.'

'It was a long line and a long wait, but it gave us all a chance to chat and laugh at jokes, tell stories, and reflect on why we were there with friends, family, and strangers.'

'I believe both mayors Cathy Heron and Amarjeet Sohi were premature and over-the-top in their comments condemning MP Michael Cooper.'

'The Rural Municipalities Association (all rurals) and the Alberta Municipalities (mostly urbans) appear too often to have their hands out for more money for their own individual needs rather than advocating for regional needs. Municipal leaders might be well advised to more often hunt in a pack.'

'Our Ukrainian friends have played an integral role in the building of this great province, and we are ready to welcome any and all who bring those great character traits.'

'Bill 9 must include data specific to each community, that is reported continually, not annually, or it will fall short of what communities need.'

'I think people need to be reminded that life doesn’t spoon feed us positivity and hope.'

'In our modern world, we are lucky to be able to see multiple sides of any story and event. It can be overwhelming to sift through that information to decide what we should believe. However, isn’t it one of our duties as citizens? Don’t we owe it to our kids and grandkids to search for the truth?'

'Perhaps the best way to negotiate the icy sidewalks is to simply wear a bicycle helmet and a pair of ice skates.'