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Over the past few months a key focus of mine has been to find a solution to the crisis of homelessness and the associated social disorder that has escalated in our City as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic and troubling economic times we find ourselves in. From the beginning of the pandemic more and… Read More
I hear the call for systemic change and for justice. Edmonton City Council’s work with community on End Poverty Edmonton and the Reach Edmonton Council, our drive to end homelessness, our work on truth and reconciliation with Indigenous Edmontonians as well as our work on tackling racism and fostering inclusion with our community and within… Read More
Last night I visited the Commonwealth Community Rec Centre to see first hand the important work our city staff have been doing to address the needs of vulnerable Edmontonians during this cold snap. You may recall that last year we opened LRT stations to accommodate those in need who couldn’t reach, or didn’t feel comfortable… Read More
Ahead of this spring’s provincial election, I’m encouraging you to “Ask About Edmonton” when candidates knock on your door. The City of Edmonton’s #askaboutYEG campaign, which launched today, is about mobilizing citizens to champion their city – because Edmonton priorities should be at the forefront of provincial candidates’ minds. It’s important for the next government… Read More
Yesterday I had the pleasure of accepting, on behalf of the City of Edmonton, the YouthfulCities Urban Work Index award for “Best Canadian City for Youth to Work”. This award solidifies Edmonton’s status as not only one of Canada’s youngest cities (almost 20% of our population is under the age of 20) but as a… Read More