A three-way race is taking shape to determine the next president of Alberta Municipalities, following last month’s municipal elections. The organization is seeking a new full-time president after incumbent Tyler Gandam, Mayor of Wetaskiwin, was defeated in his bid for re-election. Three candidates have put their names forward to lead the provincial municipal association: Penhold Mayor Mike Yargeau, Grande Prairie Councillor Dylan Bressey, and Calgary Communities First Party C

In the Town of Canmore, Alberta, a new council term is underway — bringing together a mix of fresh faces and returning members around the table. On October 20th, residents headed to the polls, electing a blend of new councillors and familiar voices — all ready to help shape Canmore’s future. Among them is Councillor Wade Graham, re-elected by the citizens of Canmore to continue serving on Council. He now joins his colleagues and the Mayor in leading the town forward. We sat d

In the Municipal District of Taber, Alberta, a new term is beginning — and at the head of the table sits a familiar face. On October 20th, residents went to the polls, casting their votes for a mix of new councillors and returning voices — each ready to shape the MD’s next chapter. Just a week later, at the first meeting of the new council, members turned once again to a trusted leader. Tamara Miyanaga has been selected by her peers to continue as Reeve — guiding the MD of Ta

Welcome to the Political Trenches Local Government At Work. Brenda Ottenbreit is a seasoned municipal administrator within the province of Saskatchewan. working closely with many municipalities, big and small, both urban and rural across the province of Saskatchewan. Brenda, welcome to the show. *********************************** Subscribe to Show: Apple Podcast: https://apple.co/3GISqEX   Spotify Podcast: podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/thepoliticaltrenches   Youtube:...

We are heading to the Gateway to the North. Where the northern boreal forest meets the southern prairie. Welcome to Season 9 of MuniCast! MuniCast is brought to you by SUMA, the voice of Saskatchewan’s urban municipalities. MuniCast discusses topics that are important to municipal leaders like local governance, best practices, education, and so much more. In Season 9 we are meeting SUMA’s Board of Directors. SUMA has adopted a new, modern governance structure built from a tho

“Change is here.” Those were the words of Premier-Designate Currie Dixon, speaking to a packed crowd in Whitehorse as news broke that the Yukon Party would be returning to power—ending nine years of Liberal rule. Dixon will now lead a majority government, with 14 MLAs securing the Yukon Party’s place as the new governing force. The Yukon NDP, under Leader Kate White, will take on the role of Official Opposition, while the Liberals are left with just a single seat in the Legis