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Calgary needs a Council that works together, not one that’s constantly at odds with itself and other levels of government. Our Ward 13 Candidate Dan McLean shares what it’ll take to get Calgary back on track, and how a majority Council led by Sonya Sharp can restore trust,

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Communities First pledges to re-engage Calgarians in growth plans. Communities First candidates are committing to fix Calgary's broken citizen engagement process! We’re pledging to re-engage citizens before finalizing Local Area Plans (LAPs), ensuring YOUR voice shapes how our

Communities First pledges to re-engage Calgarians in growth plans.

Communities First candidates are committing to fix Calgary's broken citizen engagement process! We’re pledging to re-engage citizens before finalizing Local Area Plans (LAPs), ensuring YOUR voice shapes how our
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This morning at City Hall, we raised the Royal Canadian Navy flag to honour HMCS Calgary and recognize the important relationship between our city and the ship that proudly carries our name. Thank you to the sailors and leadership of HMCS Calgary for your service, strength, and

This morning at City Hall, we raised the Royal Canadian Navy flag to honour HMCS Calgary and recognize the important relationship between our city and the ship that proudly carries our name.

Thank you to the sailors and leadership of HMCS Calgary for your service, strength, and
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📬 Property tax bills are starting to land in Calgary mailboxes today; and yes, the increase is higher than expected
 again. Why? Two reasons: 1ïžâƒŁ The mayor’s majority continues its spending spree 2ïžâƒŁ The Province increased its property tax requisition Both need fixing — and

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"She’s truly there for the people.” Sheryl Miller shares her experiences working alongside Sonya Sharp at the City of Calgary. From leading the residential e-permit project with a focus on community benefits to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, Sonya’s

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Sadly, early this morning, a Calgary Transit operator was assaulted while on the job and is now in hospital with serious injuries. Our thoughts are with the operator and their loved ones during this difficult time. No one should fear for their safety while at work or while using

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I had the absolute pleasure of speaking with the Grade 6 students at St. Sylvester School, my old school! From Kindergarten to Grade 6, this is where my journey began, and walking those familiar halls brought back a wave of memories (yes, I even found myself in the old class

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🎙 “If it’s not a priority to Calgarians, let’s not waste time on it.” On this week’s Communities First podcast, our next mayor Sonya Sharp shares what matters most right now: safer streets, affordability, and building a city that actually works. communitiesfirstyyc.com/podcast

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I attended the Hong Kong Journey of Time Bun Festival today, and what a vibrant and meaningful celebration of Hong Kong’s rich cultural heritage it was. From the traditional lion and dragon dance performances to the Piu Sik Parade, the event brought together community, culture,

I attended the Hong Kong Journey of Time Bun Festival today, and what a vibrant and meaningful celebration of Hong Kong’s rich cultural heritage it was. 

From the traditional lion and dragon dance performances to the Piu Sik Parade, the event brought together community, culture,
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Haven't registered for our Calgary South Town Hall yet? Time is running out! I look forward to meeting more residents of Ward 11, answering your questions, and showing why Communities First is bringing real change that is needed in Calgary.

Haven't registered for our Calgary South Town Hall yet? Time is running out! I look forward to meeting more residents of Ward 11, answering your questions, and showing why Communities First is bringing real change that is needed in Calgary.
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Calgarians are tired of the drama. Tired of the backroom deals. Tired of the majority of this Council that can’t get along. Ward 13 Candidate Dan McLean shares how a Communities First majority will bring a new kind of leadership to #yyccc, one that respects different

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I’ve seen firsthand the difference our civic partners make every day. These are some of the incredible Calgarians who bring our city to life. In 2024: 🚀 Calgary Economic Dev supported the creation of 7,500 jobs 💾 Tourism Calgary generated $265 million in tourism impact 🩁 There

I’ve seen firsthand the difference our civic partners make every day. These are some of the incredible Calgarians who bring our city to life.

In 2024:
🚀 <a href="/calgaryeconomic/">Calgary Economic Dev</a> supported the creation of 7,500 jobs
💾 <a href="/TourismCalgary/">Tourism Calgary</a> generated $265 million in tourism impact
🩁 There
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Thank you to the Calgary Police Commission for presenting your 2024 Annual Report today, and for the critical work you do to strengthen oversight, improve safety, and ensure accountability in policing. 👏 This year, I was proud to bring forward the motion that filled the $28 million

Thank you to the <a href="/CPS_Commission/">Calgary Police Commission</a> for presenting your 2024 Annual Report today, and for the critical work you do to strengthen oversight, improve safety, and ensure accountability in policing. 👏

This year, I was proud to bring forward the motion that filled the $28 million
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Thank you to everyone who attended our Communities First South Town Hall this morning. It was great to connect with so many Ward 11 residents and residents from all around our great city.

Thank you to everyone who attended our <a href="/commfirstyyc/">Communities First</a> South Town Hall this morning. It was great to connect with so many Ward 11 residents and residents from all around our great city.
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What a morning. Over 100 Calgarians came out to the Communities First Town Hall to share what’s on their minds; the good, the frustrating, and everything in between. #yyccc

What a morning. Over 100 Calgarians came out to the <a href="/commfirstyyc/">Communities First</a> Town Hall to share what’s on their minds; the good, the frustrating, and everything in between. #yyccc
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It’s moments like this that remind me why I do this work. Listening, learning, and staying connected to our communities is how we make better decisions.

It’s moments like this that remind me why I do this work. Listening, learning, and staying connected to our communities is how we make better decisions.
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The Communities First team is committed to doing a lot more town halls like this, not just during the campaign, but after the election too. Couldn’t make it today? Our next one will be in Bowness on June 7. Hope to see you there! eventbrite.ca/e/communities-


The <a href="/commfirstyyc/">Communities First</a> team is committed to doing a lot more town halls like this, not just during the campaign, but after the election too.

Couldn’t make it today? Our next one will be in Bowness on June 7. Hope to see you there! eventbrite.ca/e/communities-

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Sunday was the 3rd Community Clean-up I participated in this year; 4 hours each unloading cars and greeting constituents. Mount Pleasant YYC West Hillhurst Community Association Crescent Heights Community Association.

Sunday was the 3rd Community Clean-up I participated in this year; 4 hours each unloading cars and greeting constituents. <a href="/MountPleasantCA/">Mount Pleasant YYC</a> <a href="/WestHillhurstCA/">West Hillhurst Community Association</a> Crescent Heights Community Association.