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New Legislation Sparks Controversy Under the leadership of Premier Danielle Smith, who was sworn into office on October 11, 2022, and re-elected in May 2023, the United Conservative Party (UCP) government has introduced and passed significant legislation impacting transgender individuals in Alberta. These policies, first announced in January 2024 and

Downtown Sighting Raises Animal Welfare Questions A recent community post describing two unhoused individuals allegedly dragging a distressed dog by its neck downtown has ignited discussion about animal welfare in Calgary. The concern highlights the difficult realities some pets face, especially when their owners are experiencing hardship. Reporting & Support

UCP's Recall Rhetoric Under Fire A contentious debate is swirling in Calgary over the United Conservative Party’s (UCP) messaging on recall petitions. Critics are lambasting the party for equating recall efforts—a democratic mechanism the UCP itself legislated—with "left-wing attempts to overthrow the government."

Navigating Gym Membership: Anytime Fitness Policies Explained A Calgary resident’s recent struggle to cancel an Anytime Fitness membership, despite relocating and gaining access to a new apartment gym, highlights a common frustration. The member found they didn’t qualify for a relocation cancellation, not having moved the required distance

Nenshi Campaign Draws on External Expertise Former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi’s bid for the Alberta NDP leadership, which he successfully secured on June 22, 2024, has drawn considerable attention for its strategic approach. Reports indicate Nenshi’s campaign has indeed enlisted a U.S. political ad agency, Fight Agency,

The Recall Act: A UCP Creation Under Fire Alberta’s United Conservative Party (UCP) introduced the Recall Act, which came into effect in 2022, enabling voters to initiate a petition to remove a sitting Member of the Legislative Assembly (MLA) mid-term. This mechanism, designed to enhance democratic accountability, now finds