Opinion

"An election demands we also take action, to question leadership hopefuls, examine the roadmaps set out by each party or candidate, and dig through the details."

"There is an underlying commonality prompting homeowners to place these signs: Premier Jason Kenney's shocking, and mean-spirited budget cuts."

"We all plant trees and shrubs for their beauty and help in the removal of carbon dioxide from our atmosphere and we take care to water them on our own property. Is it too much to ask our city managers to do the same?"

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"Instead of modeling good leadership, consulting with municipalities, and keeping them informed, the province has chosen to pass the buck and offload that responsibility, forcing them to blindly fend for themselves more than once during the pandemic."

"What makes it outrageous is that six years ago Prime Minister Justin Trudeau promised to change this."

"We have to be careful because one kid could get sick, but who is making sure we all don't get sick?"

"This is a municipal election year, and it is hoped candidates with business experience will put their names forward and voters will take the time to become informed, so qualified candidates are elected."

"Programs such as HERA also boost our local economy. Edmonton’s previous program resulted in more than $15 million in economic activity. Such programs also enhance our wellbeing through a sense of ecological empowerment, comfort in our homes, and financial savings reaped."

"I don’t think it is a stretch to assume The Gazette is not particularly popular with our elected officials over their commitment to keep the MEC and its predecessor, the municipal utility corporation, in the spotlight. Too bad. That is the job of a free press and what makes it so valuable."