Latest / Edmonton News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Mandel Urges Alberta to Vote Early | Edmonton News
Former Edmonton mayor Stephen Mandel is rallying federalists to vote early against Alberta’s looming independence referendum, drawing on his family’s escape from Russian pogroms to argue for unity. He warns separatists have ignored the messy realities of independence—currency, borders, and governance—and insists Alberta thrives within Canada. Mandel frames the referendum as a product of UCP internal pressure, not broad public support, while condemning divisive rhetoric from some separatist groups—including a recent racist incident targeting Sikhs and controversial CEO comments about “old…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.