Alberta

Been through this myself (evacuated from fire in the past for a month.) Hope for all the best for those in this situation!

The Edmonton subreddit is a huge and active one. I'm surprised there isn't a community here yet for it, especially after seeing several other city communities such as Calgary and Lethbridge.

Researchers from ETH Zurich studied Calgary's urban design and found that the city lacks buildings that would promote denser and more efficient neighborhoods, such as mid-rise apartments and row houses. They also noted the city's car dependency and the presence of large roads, which hinder walkability. The students emphasized the need for diverse housing options, especially for low-income groups and the elderly. Calgary's ample land availability contributes to the abundance of affordable standalone houses. The city's parking lots were highlighted as an opportunity for redevelopment. An assistant professor from the University of Calgary emphasized the importance of learning from other cities' experiences in urban design. Recently, Calgary's city council approved new zoning regulations to facilitate the construction of more affordable housing types in suitable areas. However, there have been debates and reversals regarding these changes.

I'm told the beloved Beaverlodge /Grande Prairie Doctor suffered a fatal accident. Short on details and don't want to spread rumors. Will try to update when I know more.

I had seen him a few times in the emergency rooms. Always a great guy. He will definitely be missed.

Spray Lakes Sawmills is planning to clearcut trees in the Moose Mountain area. This area sees tons of hikers, mountain bikers, and other recreationalists. It would be INCREDIBLY short sighted to proceed with this plan as we'd be sacrificing a huge tourist draw for a brief cash grab. Please consider signing the petition!

My s/o came home last night after her shift at the hospital. She's not allowed to discuss details of course, but this one definitely got under her skin.

If you can’t manage your land should you really be allowed to keep it?