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Op-ed: MP Soroka comments on the Speech from the Throne

The 32-minute Speech from the Throne was more or less a repeat of the Liberals’ major platform promises focusing on the economic recovery from COVID-19, reconciliation, and climate change, reiterating the Liberals’ electoral promises.

Suzuki: Why not leave those leaves alone?

David Suzuki | Special to the Fitzhugh As autumn brings cooler, shorter days, people in Canada will rake, mow and blow leaves from more than six million lawns. It’s a task you might want to ignore.

Op-ed: MP Soroka expresses his grief over the tragic loss of Mchale Busch and Noah McConnell

As the Member of Parliament for Yellowhead, I am completely heartbroken over the heinous crimes that took place in our community of Hinton. I would like to extend my sincere condolences to the family and friends of Mchale Busch and Noah McConnell.

MLA Newsletter for August

MLA Martin Long and Jason Luan, minister of Community and Social Services, visit Jasper on July 29. | Supplied photo August was a busy month! West Yellowhead was fortunate to host a visit from Hon.

Letter: An Update on the Pathway to the Park

Dear Editor: A while ago a small group of volunteers launched an ambitious project known as the “Pathway to the Park”, to create a comfortable 3-meter-wide, multi-use asphalt trail with a painted yellow line on which you could bike all the way from H

Coal policy engagement – Coal Policy Committee

Over the last few months, it’s been made clear to the Coal Policy Committee that the topic of coal development is important for Albertans, who hold many views and opinions on the subject.

Op-ed: Stabilize Live Music Grant is sound money

Grants up to $1,500 are still up for grabs for musicians and other live music professionals. Launched on May 14, the Alberta government provided $2-million to Alberta Music to manage the Stabilize Live Music Grant.

Open letter: Jasper makes Time Magazine list

Dear Mister Mayor and Town Council: My very gorgeous (and may I also add rather stunning) bride Mrs.

MLA Newsletter: End of session

West Yellowhead MLA Martin Long Alberta’s United Conservative government just wrapped up another busy session of the Legislature, during which we passed many bills and motions important to Albertans.

Op-ed: Shandro responds to physician shortage

Recently, media reports have covered staffing challenges in Fairview, Boyle, St. Paul, Elk Point, Rocky Mountain House and Westlock.
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