“We’re in deep, deep doo-doo,” said David Suzuki at an Extinction Rebellion protest in Vancouver, B.C. on November 20, 2021. “This is what we’re come to...
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Columnists - Martin Shields
44th Parliament, Inflation
It’s official, the 44th Parliament has begun – finally. 64 days after the election, the Speech from the Throne was delivered by our Governor General on behalf...
Columnists - Steve King
Giving thanks
Tis the season of Thanksgiving so I thought it appropriate to share my thoughts on what I am thankful for in the canine world: Volunteerism: many dog-related...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Alberta Distillers
In the squandered days of my callow youth, our world-class rye and barley crops were used mainly as cattle feed, with nary a thought given to craft beer or...
Columnists - Preston Pouteaux
Sow Seeds Every Day
A friend of mine, and a great lover of neighbourhoods, passed away suddenly and tragically last month. Matthew Gillette was a young father, pastor, and...
Columnists - Karen McKee
The Hot Topic this Week is: Jason Kenny & the UCP Leadership Team – Do their actions match their words?
Last week Chestermere-Strathmore MLA Leela Aheer called for premier Jason Kenney to resign after the termination of Ariella Kimmel at the Alberta legislature...
Columnists - Michelle Eldjarnson
What is a seller’s market
A seller’s market comes into play when there are more buyers than properties available. A simple case of supply and demand where there is a lack of...
Columnists - Steve King
A Perfect Compromise
Every so often I come across articles which I can relate to and make me smile. An article by Paula Girolo in “thebark.com” falls into this category. Enjoy! “I...
Columnists - Leela Aheer
MLS report November 23
Chestermere Strathmore Readers… Please find below MLA Aheer’s member statement regarding the EMS system. “Thank you, Mr. Speaker. Like the rest of our health...
Columnists - Nick Jeffrey
Time For Tempranillo
I was so looking forward to communal tippling with friends as the fourth wave fizzles out, only for Alberta to be hit with its first nasty winter storm. ...
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