Opinion

COLUMN: Alberta getting shafted on number of MPs

Despite getting three more seats with new electoral map, Alberta still getting short end up the stick compared to other provinces.

Sep 5, 2024 2:30 PM Read more >

COLUMN: Full calendar is made for the movies

Okotoks has been likened to a Hallmark town for all its community events, but it takes lots of manpower to stage all the festivals.

Sep 5, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: What are we going to leave next generation?

Canadians told we have a great country, but we better look after it.

Sep 4, 2024 10:30 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: Housing too costly for Town to get involved

The Town of Okotoks is wise not to commit taxpayers to infusion of capital in order to build affordable housing.

Sep 4, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

Please carry on legacy of Pound Rescue’s founder

Gabriele Barrie's twin sister encourages Okotokians to continue their efforts to help abandoned animals.

Sep 3, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

COLUMN: More needs to be done to make life affordable

Life is getting more expensive and not enough is being done by our political leaders to combat that. 

Aug 29, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Okotoks family had wonderful time hosting Japanese student

Family members enjoyed learning about Japan while also sharing Canadian culture with 16-year-old visitor.

Aug 28, 2024 11:00 AM Read more >

EDITORIAL: It’s a day to celebrate this great province

Alberta Day is facing a challenge in catching on, but there's plenty to celebrate about this great province.

Aug 28, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >

LETTER: Wallet, cash and all, turned in by Good Samaritan in Okotoks

Visitor to Okotoks is relieved when lost wallet is turned into local business with everything inside.

Aug 26, 2024 3:30 PM Read more >

COLUMN: Name takes a while to catch on

It's going to take some time before Viking Rentals Centre becomes ingrained in Okotoks vernacular. 

Aug 22, 2024 6:30 AM Read more >