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UCP leaked education documents baffling
Posted on October 30, 2020In another baffling move, documents have leaked detailing some recommended changes to the UCP’s education curriculum. CBC obtained drafts submitted by 17 curriculum advisers that… Read More »
Westwind standing strong in pandemic
Posted on October 30, 2020There is an old Japanese proverb, "Nana korobi, ya oki," which means "Fall down seven times, stand up eight." In my mind, this proverb can… Read More »
Is FOIP anything more than an expensive facade?
Posted on October 15, 2020This month marks a significant event regarding the public’s right to know and access to information from governments. In fact, 25 years ago Alberta’s Freedom… Read More »
Canada border should continue to be closed
Posted on October 8, 2020The Canada-United States border remains closed for non-essential personnel, though restrictions are being loosened to allow more families to reunite after several months of strict… Read More »
No where to hide or just inciting more: racism on display
Posted on October 1, 2020Twitter. Facebook. Instagram. TikTok. They are all platforms where people can share their hopes, dreams, opinions and thoughts on everything from dating to the significant… Read More »
When the purpose you serve is cruel, your actions follow suit
Posted on September 24, 2020At what point in Premier Jason Kenney's assault on all things decent do people point to the proverbial spade and say, "Oh look, a spade?"… Read More »
Listen, we’re broke: But fund cops or else
Posted on September 17, 2020Newly appointed Justice Minister Kaycee Madu recently penned a letter to the mayors of Alberta’s two largest cities expressing concern over the possibility that municipalities… Read More »
Municipalities joining together to oppose assessment changes
Posted on September 10, 2020The Alberta government’s proposed changes to the assessment model, which hasn’t been updated since 2005, have rightfully been protested by the majority of municipal governments… Read More »
Questions remain about pandemic preparedness
Posted on September 3, 2020Union-wise especially, teachers and those in health care were always kindred spirits. Joined together in providing critical service to the public, having strong union presence… Read More »
O’Toole victorious as possible election looms
Posted on August 27, 2020After what has to be ranked as one of the oddest leadership races in Canadian political history — punctuated by the restrictions imposed by COVID-19… Read More »