6 h. ago Opinion: Edmonton's zoning bylaw levels playing field for young families

As is widely known, Edmonton implemented a significant zoning bylaw renewal when we rang in 2024, that eased and simplified zoning regulations across the city. Its primary intentions are to improve affordability relative to population growth as well as increase livability and access to amenities, through a combination of gentle and targeted infill development. While […]

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13 h. ago David Staples: Is the rot real? NDP alleges 'worst government corruption in Alberta’s history'

Premier Danielle Smith has so far faced up to the first gargantuan scandal of her time in office with her usual blend of assertiveness and openness, admirable traits that have served her well during lesser controversies. But they won’t be enough this time around. She can’t clear herself with fine speeches. If she and her […]

Politics

15 h. ago Wednesday's letters: Mandatory drug treatment sites laudable

The Alberta government has committed to establishing involuntary treatment centres for the most serious of addicts. Good for them. Sadly, along the way, they will have to endure attacks from those who say that the rights of the addicts are being abused and that alternative approaches (i.e. supervised consumption and safe supply) are more “humane.” […]

Economics

30 h. ago Opinion: Restore adequate funding for Alberta's universities

Albertans are understandably proud to feature a world-class research and teaching university right in their home province. The University of Alberta delivers a great education to students and contributes critical research to the world. But years of deep cuts have put the U of A at risk. With the provincial budget set to be released […]

Society

33 h. ago Keith Gerein: How much should Edmontonians care about Gretzky's silence on Trump?

For Edmontonians, it’s fair to feel disappointed with Wayne Gretzky's silence at a time of threats to Canada, but it shouldn't matter

Transport

37 h. ago Lorne Gunter: Burning questions as Alberta legislature set to resume

How large will the deficit be in Budget 2025, which will be brought down this Thursday by Finance Minister Nate Horner? When will we see an independent, third-party inquiry into the AHS contract allegations? And where is NDP Leader Naheed Nenshi?

Events

39 h. ago Tuesday's letters: Rename Wayne Gretzky Drive, dump his statue

Wayne Gretzky’s name and statue stand as symbols of Edmonton’s hockey greatness, but recent actions have shown he no longer deserves this honour. It is time to remove his statue and rename Wayne Gretzky Drive. We have long celebrated Gretzky as “The Great One,” yet he has turned his back on the country that made […]

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53 h. ago AGAR: Blurring the lines between Black, white and Indigenous history

Politicians are often storming a castle of their imagination. Once they get going with an idea, they become so focused on it that no reason or fact will stop them. Too many elected officials at various levels of government play the part of the ignorant, uninformed villagers charging with pitchforks and torches toward the monster’s […]

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3 d. ago Letters, Feb. 23: Gretzky can wear what he wants, Canada’s still the best

Should the province limit private clinic costs? VOTE IN OUR DAILY ONLINE POLL! WHO CARES? Re: Wayne Gretzky should have worn a Canada jersey in Boston (letters, Feb. 22). I didn’t attend or watch but I bet Wayne looked neat and respectable, most likely in a suit. Point is, who cares? The ‘Great one’ decides, […]

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3 d. ago TAIT: Whatever people think of him, Wayne Gretzky is the architect of hockey’s growth

Wayne Gretzky: he’s uncomfortable chatting about himself, and often deflects any praise to other people. Despite his God-given, unbelievable hockey skills, he has always recognized that greatness is not achieved by singular act. And he’s very quick to recognize the contributions of others. Still, as he sauntered on to TD Garden ice Thursday night, not […]

Sport

4 d. ago Letters, Feb. 22: Wayne Gretzky should have worn a Canada jersey in Boston

Is Connor McDavid the best active hockey player? Vote in our daily poll! Watching the opening ceremonies for Thursday night’s 4 Nations Face-off final, I noticed Wayne Gretzky was not wearing a Canadian jersey despite being our honorary captain. I feel betrayed by Wayne. Has he forgotten where he is from? Shame on you Wayne […]

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4 d. ago Saturday's letters: Let's enjoy Canada's hockey win, warm spell

Canadians won it in overtime! Just what we need to take us away from Trump and tariffs. Even the weather has taken a turn for the better. Let’s all enjoy the day. Mark Johnson, Edmonton Infill rules, parking bans don’t mix Over the past couple of weeks there have been complaints about people not moving […]

Sport

5 d. ago Opinion: Child care that works for all: Alberta can do better

Recent changes to Alberta’s child-care system are a mixed bag of immediate and long-term adjustments. These changes have set up a system that pits families against each other, funds care without incentivizing quality, and leaves child-care workers behind. But we still have options — quality, accessible $10-a-day child is still possible in Alberta. My recent […]

Transport

5 d. ago David Staples: Who is J.P. Prasad, Alberta Health Services' COVID hero, now a key figure in AHS lawsuit?

The lawsuit states: "Mentzelopoulos was uncomfortable with the inference that Prasad would be taking some level of direction from Marshall Smith, and potentially the Premier’s Office, on AHS procurement and contract issues that were specific to AHS and that fell within Mentzelopoulos’ mandate as President and CEO"

Science

6 d. ago Opinion: Edmonton students with disabilities abandoned during strike

For more than a month, approximately 1,200 Edmonton students with disabilities have been denied their fundamental right to education. As the parent of a child with complex learning needs, I’ve watched with growing dismay as both Edmonton Public Schools and the provincial government have effectively segregated our most vulnerable students during the ongoing education support […]

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6 d. ago Lorne Gunter: AHS investigation needs to be independent, transparent

But why would Mentzelopoulos have been fired just two days before meeting with Auditor General Doug Wylie? And why would the AHS board have been dismissed, all of them, after they began pushing for Mentzelopoulos’s documents to be turned over to the RCMP?

Economics

6 d. ago Thursday's letters: Tighten border security by barring Trump

I think Donald Trump is absolutely right. Canada needs to tighten up our border services to prevent lowlifes and undesirables from entering Canada. People like convicted felons and sex offenders. People like Trump. We could impress Trump by taking a strong stand at the June 15 G7 get-together in Kananaskis and barring him from entering […]

Events

7 d. ago Letters, Feb. 19: Poilievre’s patriotism reflects Canadian values

Should Zach Hyman be at the 4 Nations Face-Off? Vote in our daily poll! I was heartened to see a true story about the philosophy of Pierre Poilievre and the Conservative Party (“Worth fighting for,” Brian Lilley, Feb. 16). A philosophy, and Canada’s bedrock of values.  The column showed careful research;  you provided evidence, with […]

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7 d. ago Lorne Gunter: Donald Trump's delusional trade policies were debunked 200 years ago

Stick around folks, in this column I’m going to explain 18th-century trade policy, with an emphasis on the theories of English economist David Ricardo (1772-1823). It’s gonna be awesome. American President Donald Trump is an 18th-century mercantilist, an adherent of trade theories that were debunked 200 years ago. Basically, Trump thinks that to preserve domestic […]

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8 d. ago Opinion: Alberta’s housing industry is booming — but challenges lie ahead

Alberta entered 2025 as a standout across Canada’s housing markets, breaking records in housing starts and rental construction. This success reflects strong demand, a growing population, and a collaborative approach centred on housing attainability. In 2024, Alberta broke the previous all-time record for housing starts in census metropolitan areas (CMAs) with populations over 10,000. The […]

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