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Firewall Anniversary: The Missed Chance for a Provincial Pension

Firewall Anniversary: The Missed Chance for a Provincial Pension

On the Firewall letter anniversary, a clear case for an Alberta Pension Plan: the fiscal logic, demographic edge, and the puzzling political resistance that stalled it.

By Andy Crooks | January 26, 2026 | Alberta, Things we should start | No Comments |
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Political Whiplash: Carney’s About-Face for Trump and Xi

Political Whiplash: Carney’s About-Face for Trump and Xi

Carney’s double about-face on Trump and Xi exposes a pattern of political inconsistency — a modern whiplash that echoes Trudeau’s history of sudden policy reversals.

By Andy Crooks | January 21, 2026 | Canada, Things we should stop | No Comments |
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The Car-Wash Test

The Car-Wash Test

Calgary still faces water problems from Nenshi’s era. With a new mayor treating citizens like adults, it’s time Calgarians return the trust — act responsibly, even in small things like car-washes.

By Andy Crooks | January 13, 2026 | Calgary, Things we should start | No Comments |
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The Purple Prince’s Tax Legacy: Can Calgary Afford Another Win?

The Purple Prince’s Tax Legacy: Can Calgary Afford Another Win?

Can Calgary afford another victory like that? Examining the tax hikes — residential +83%, commercial +200% — from the Nenshi years

By Andy Crooks | January 12, 2026 | Calgary, Governance, Things we should stop | No Comments |
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