Should Edmonton city council close the Edmonton City Centre Airport? This is the questions facing council today, after much debate. I’ve only been in Edmonton since early 2008 and I’ve sat on the sidelines of this debate listening to both sides. I really haven’t had an opinion on it until recently because I wanted to get both sides before deciding. I’ve listened to the … [Read more...] about Should Edmonton close the Edmonton City Centre Airport?
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Edmonton Transit Camp #yegtransit
On Saturday I attended Edmonton Transit Camp at the World Trade Centre. It was a half-day event where attendees could find out all about what the plans are for the Edmonton transit system and contribute their views on what should happen with the Edmonton transit system. There were about 50 to 60 people attending the event and I thought it was worthwhile attending. It was … [Read more...] about Edmonton Transit Camp #yegtransit
Clear your sidewalks!
I understand why the city wants you to keep your sidewalks clean and sanded, and I don’t have a problem with it. Threatening to fine you or have contractors clean city sidewalks at my expense is something I do have a problem with though. The City of Edmonton has a bylaw that means you have to keep your sidewalk clean or you’ll be fined $100. They’ll warn you and then fine … [Read more...] about Clear your sidewalks!
Christmas, travelling & photos of Mt. Robson
The last week has been a whirlwind of activity, both positive and negative. The two bad days I had earlier last week have given way to better days. There were no problems with school attendance after that. That was good. I was able to pack a lot of work in at the end of the week, but I have much more! Saturday was spent preparing for “Christmas” on Sunday. I also did some last … [Read more...] about Christmas, travelling & photos of Mt. Robson
Marketing & communications: to cut or not to cut
When a recession looms, every business faces the question of whether to cut back spending with marketing and communications often being the first target. Should you cut marketing and communications spending with a possible recession on the way? Tough question and it needs to be answered individually. I did get some food for thought this afternoon from the PR Web (news … [Read more...] about Marketing & communications: to cut or not to cut