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Former Independence Party leader selected as People’s Party candidate for Yellowhead

Former Independence Party leader selected as People’s Party candidate for Yellowhead

Bayford has worked in oil and gas, specializing in regulatory consulting and operations, and became interested in politics in 2015 following the downturn in the industry and Justin Trudeau’s election.
Liberal candidate for Yellowhead advocates for unity as Canada faces 'high stakes'

Liberal candidate for Yellowhead advocates for unity as Canada faces 'high stakes'

Fark serves as Jasper’s director of recovery following the devastating wildfire last summer. Prior to Jasper, he was the general manager of municipal infrastructure for the Town of Canmore.
Federal election begins, Canadians to go to polls on April 28

Federal election begins, Canadians to go to polls on April 28

OTTAWA — Canada's 45th general election got underway Sunday, with the leaders vying to become Canada's next prime minister each positioning themselves as best to strengthen Canada's economy and stand up to U.S. President Donald Trump.
Gerald Soroka 'deeply grateful' for privilege of serving as Yellowhead MP

Gerald Soroka 'deeply grateful' for privilege of serving as Yellowhead MP

Soroka had served as a Yellowhead County councillor and later its mayor before entering federal politics. He ran in the 2019 federal election and was re-elected in 2021.
NDP candidate hosts Jasper event ahead of federal election

NDP candidate hosts Jasper event ahead of federal election

Avni Soma, along with Edmonton Strathcona MP Heather McPherson and Sherwood Park MLA Kyle Kasawski, hosted “Winter Party: Warm Hands, Hot Topics.”
Yellowhead riding’s Conservative candidate speaks about diverse needs of massive riding

Yellowhead riding’s Conservative candidate speaks about diverse needs of massive riding

Although William Stevenson has been involved in party politics for 30 years, this is the first time that he has stepped out from behind the scenes and into the spotlight.
Displaced Jasper residents can vote and run for office next municipal election: Alberta minister

Displaced Jasper residents can vote and run for office next municipal election: Alberta minister

Alberta Municipal Affairs Minister Ric McIver says all Jasper residents should be able to participate in their local democracy, regardless of circumstance.
After two months, feds still have no new ministerial lead for Jasper’s recovery

After two months, feds still have no new ministerial lead for Jasper’s recovery

A Jasper business owner said losing Minister Boissonnault on the Jasper file was “a critical blow” for the community’s ability to get the ear of the Prime Minister’s office.
NDP candidate for Yellowhead talks Jasper recovery, new electoral boundaries

NDP candidate for Yellowhead talks Jasper recovery, new electoral boundaries

The Canmore resident is a scientist and small business owner with a background in health care and over 15 years of experience in the food industry. She currently sits on the National Food Policy Advisory Council and on the board of Alberta Food Matters.
Boissonnault appointed to lead federal government's effort to rebuild Jasper

Boissonnault appointed to lead federal government's effort to rebuild Jasper

Employment Minister Randy Boissonnault has been tasked by Prime Minister Justin Trudeau to lead the federal government's share of the work to rebuild Jasper, Alta.
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