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A Year of Discovery and Connection, and Thanks
As we bid farewell to the rollercoaster that was 2023, it's time to reflect on the highs, lows, and new horizons that unfolded for us at...

Christopher W. Brown
Dec 29, 2023


A Heartfelt Thank You to Our Listeners
As we bid farewell to 2023 and reflect on the incredible journey we've had with "The Municipal Affairs," we want to extend our deepest...

Christopher W. Brown
Dec 28, 2023


OPINION: The Enigma Of Berwyn, Is About Much More Than Just Berwyn
The Province of Alberta has witnessed an unusual surge in councillor turnover throughout 2023 - 62 council resignations as of December...

Christopher W. Brown
Dec 21, 2023


OPINION: Calgary City Council "Disapproval" Is Nuanced
In the intricate world of municipal politics, the recent ThinkHQ poll on the Calgary City Council has raised eyebrows and sparked a...

Christopher W. Brown
Dec 21, 2023


OPINION: Merry Christmas, Calgary! Oy Vey, Oyen! LGFF Winners and Losers
In a much-anticipated announcement, the Province of Alberta has disclosed its Municipalities Local Government Fiscal Framework (LGFF)...

Cross Border Interview
Dec 15, 2023


OPINION: Welcome to Ontario, Prepare for Municipal Whiplash!
If the ongoing chatter at Queens Park is any indication, Doug Ford's provincial government in Ontario will be backtracking on its...

Cross Border Interview
Dec 6, 2023


OPINION: FCM at a Crossroads? The Growing Tension Between Provinces and Feds
In the hallowed halls of Canadian governance, a storm is brewing, and the epicentre is the ongoing struggle between provinces,...

Cross Border Interview
Nov 22, 2023


OPINION: The true test of Saskatchewan's democratic spirit awaits in 2024
Saskatchewan is on the brink of a significant juncture, poised to embark on the challenging journey of municipal elections in the coming...

Cross Border Interview
Oct 19, 2023


OPINION: Announcement? What Announcement?
In the intricate dance of governance, it is often the municipalities that bear the brunt of strain and frustration when their provincial...

Christopher W. Brown
Oct 12, 2023
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