Urbanist, musician, animal lover, home bartender, pun enthusiast. he/him.
Edmonton, Alberta
Joined January 2012
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Want to have your ‘Love Actually’ moment? Edmonton airport has you covered for April Fools ctvnews.ca/edmonton/article/…
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There’s a misconception that the notwithstanding clause allows the government to put reasonable limits on freedoms.
Let’s be clear: the constitution, by default, allows reasonable limits. The notwithstanding clause, by definition, allows gov’t to impose *unreasonable* limits.
Wrote about this a month ago, in a different context. Relevant today as Albertans discuss legislation that would impose a contract and protect that decision from court challenges. coreyhogan.ca/p/notwithstand…
On the same day @ABDanielleSmith announces our new “Strong and Free” license plate, her government also announces her unconstitutional attack on trans rights and freedoms for Albertans.
Strong and free, but not for thee.
Bell: Alberta's new Strong and Free licence plate — Here it is!
edmontonjournal.com/opinion/…
As has been said by many people smarter than I, the constitution already allows for reasonable limits.
The notwithstanding clause (that @ABDanielleSmith just used AGAIN to attack Albertan’s rights) is there to impose UNREASONABLE limits. And Albertans shouldn’t stand for it.
Here’s your quarterly reminder that recall legislation is a bad idea, even if you like that an individual politician is being recalled. #ableg
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Charlie Kirk was an unrepentant racist, transphobe, homophobe, and misogynist who often wrapped his bigotry in Bible verses because there was no other way to pretend that it was morally correct.
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Yesterday, an 18 month old was killed in Ontario when a man drove into their daycare. This death has far more impact on Canadians' security than Charlie Kirk's and yet, our leaders are clamouring to suck up to Trump.
Carney, Poilievre, other Canadian politicians condemn shooting of conservative activist Charlie Kirk ctvnews.ca/politics/article/…
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Sorry, but the abuse of foreign workers and the suppression of domestic wages isn't permissible so your local Tim Horton's can stay open. If a business can't afford labour, it can't afford to operate. Welcome to the free market.
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Come Door-Knocking with Us!
Today we were in Glastonbury speaking with everyday Edmontonians about what matters to them.
3 major themes emerged and they are the ones we have been hearing from Edmontonians: Keeping up with our growth, affordability, and safety. #yegcc #yegvote
ALT Six people standing in front of a tree with pink pedals holding Andrew Knack for Mayor business cards.
Claire Draper came into the world on November 20th at 6 pounds, 2 ounces. Both her and mom are doing great. Don’t worry, the dad jokes are plentiful!
I’m sad that when my daughter is born in a few weeks, she’ll likely be born into a world where our neighbours chose Donald Trump.
She’ll be born into a world where the US decided that decency, human rights, and evidence based decisions are 2nd to extremism and hate.
A world where voters decided that her rights, and her future, don’t matter.
I guess we have 18 years to move past conservative extremism, in every jurisdiction and at all levels of government, so that she can cast her first vote in a better world than we have today.
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Hey #yeg, remember the brave cat who jumped from a burning balcony on Jasper Ave? We have great news to share! One of our dispatchers has given "Jasper" a fur-ever home and he's settling right in.
Shout out to @lisaholmes who was able to pull off some magic in under an hour!
An hour ago Elder Irene Morin @EdmontonChamber asked for a signed @evanderkane jersey - she was presented a game-worn jersey at the end of the State of the City luncheon! #yeg
Well done @AmarjeetSohiYEG and team!
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As Edmontonians wear pink on #PinkShirtDay, we recognize that we all have a role to play to stop bullying, promote inclusivity and foster kindness.
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Yesterday’s incident at City Hall was deeply shocking for those involved, and for the city as a whole. I am profoundly grateful that nobody was physically hurt, and our gratitude remains with security and first responders, as well as City staff who reacted quickly and calmly to ensure everyone remained safe.
I recognize that there is information circulating online being attributed to the alleged subject. Given that this is an active police investigation, I would like to ask everyone to allow time for the Edmonton Police Service to consider, assess and evaluate all information as part of their total investigative efforts.
While a lot of unanswered questions still remain, EPS has stated that this individual acted alone. It is wrong and dangerous to assume the actions of a single individual speak for any larger group. Racism and Islamophobia are already significant issues, and we cannot let the actions of one individual impact how we treat or perceive an entire community.
Our diversity is our strength. Now more than ever, we must reaffirm our commitment to supporting each other and to making Edmonton a safe and welcoming place for everyone.