Tag: planning

Economic Development

Yesterday I attended a presentation given by Ron Gilbertson, the new President of Edmonton Economic Development Corp. (EEDC) who was reaching out to Edmonton’s Next Gen group for input into a vision for economic development he’s spearheading. He presented a down-to-earth yet compelling account of opportunities for repositioning Edmonton as a great city. He reminded… Read More

A Vision for Smart, Sustainable Growth

After knocking on thousands of doors this summer and listening carefully to frustrated residents, two things are clear to me: Ward 5 needs new representation, and Edmonton needs better vision. A councillor must work with colleagues to make decisions for the good of the city, while also championing the needs of Ward 5 — a… Read More