Opinion

Regarding story, “Candidates throw hat in ring for May 2 election – Province, March 29, why are only four candidates running in this area? The media keeps telling us that the ' Bloc' under Duceppe is a national party and their leader is to take part

A new multi-stakeholder pilot project aimed at making sure babies and small children are protected and sheltered from family violence is a very worthwhile initiative that should be expanded across the province as soon as possible.

Re: Alberta government announcement on the new Renewable Fuels Standard. It is difficult to be excited about what appears to be another feel-good announcement for the energy sector in Alberta.

As a volunteer firefighter for the Thorsby Fire Department and the Alberta director for the Canadian Volunteer Fire Services Association (CVFSA) I have seen firsthand the dedication of volunteer firefighters and their positive impact on the lives of

With spring now officially here, our government is moving forward with road construction and maintenance across the province. In fact, a number of highway projects are ready to begin in Central Alberta for the 2011 construction season.

There is no such thing as “us and them.” Innisfail Mayor Jim Romane made that declaration last Thursday night at a meeting of more than 20 downtown business people.

While water scarcity and environmental conservation are pressing matters, that is no reason for one side to dominate the debate about the future of our water supply. Take Alberta, for example.

Poor Elizabeth May. She continues to be upset that the national broadcasters consortium excluded her from the upcoming televised election debates. On first glance it appears she and Green Party supporters have a valid point.

Battle: Los Angeles: one star Rated: PG-13 for violence and coarse language There’s not much I can say about Battle: Los Angeles that probably hasn’t been said by others in my field. It’s loud, chaotic, and an absolute mess.

So, we are into another federal election hoopla once again. On May 2 I will dutifully trudge to the poll, enter the polling booth and mark my X for the candidate of my choice, as I have since I was old enough to vote.