News ReleaseKeeping Edmontonians safe from COVID-19 City of Edmonton services will be changing to help protect Edmontonians from the spread of COVID-19. These changes align with the restrictions announced by the Government of Alberta on May 4. “I want to thank Edmontonians for their continued patience as we deal with the adjustments that have to … Continue reading
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Provincial Budget puts lives and jobs at risk: Edmonton Mayor Iveson
News ReleaseProvincial Budget puts lives and jobs at risk Mayor Don Iveson offered the following statement on the 2021 Provincial Budget: “For a budget focused on health, recovery, and finding savings, I am confounded and disappointed the Province is still not prepared to work with Edmonton on supportive housing. Supportive housing not only ensures individuals … Continue reading
Mayor Iveson heartbroken to hear death of Edmontonians in plane crash near Tehran; Premier Kenney extends deepest sympathies
Statement by Mayor Don Iveson on the plane crash in Iran Mayor Don Iveson issued the following statement on the plane crash in Iran: “I was heartbroken to hear this morning of the devastating news that many Canadians, including Edmontonians, have died in a fatal plane crash near Tehran, Iran. While no words can erase … Continue reading
Mayor Announces 2nd Photo of the Year Contest
News Release Mayor Announces 2nd Photo of the Year Contest Mayor Don Iveson announced the 2nd Photo of the Year contest to celebrate the unique perspectives of local photographers. “ Edmonton continues to be one of the youngest, fastest growing cities in the Country – and there is a lot of buzz about our city nationally … Continue reading
Citation & Performance Awards honour distinguished Edmontonians
News Release Citation & Performance Awards honour distinguished Edmontonians Edmontonians who have enhanced arts and culture, community service and sports in the city were honoured at the 2018 Salute to Excellence Citation & Performance Awards. “Edmontonians have a great reputation for being leaders and building community life,” said Mayor Don Iveson. “Tonight, we’re recognizing outstanding … Continue reading
Mayor Don Iveson’s Statement Regarding the City Manager
News Release Mayor Don Iveson’s Statement Regarding the City Manager City Council recently met and made the difficult decision to relieve Simon Farbrother of his duties as Edmonton’s City Manager. A decision of this magnitude was not made without careful deliberation and discussion among Council members but, in the end, we determined that change was … Continue reading
City recognizes 10th anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day
News Release City recognizes 10th anniversary of World Elder Abuse Awareness Day Mayor Don Iveson will proclaim June 15, 2015 World Elder Abuse Awareness Day in Edmonton. Elder abuse can be inflicted on victims in many ways including physically, mentally and financially through neglect or other means. This event will speak to the abuse many … Continue reading
Victim Services Advocates comfort victims of crime; Families affected by criminal incidents also comforted
News Release Victim Services Advocates comfort victims of crime Families affected by criminal incidents also comforted Mayor Don Iveson has issued an official proclamation designating April 19 to 25 as Victims of Crime Week in Edmonton. Councillor Scott McKeen will present the proclamation to EPS Investigative Support Bureau Inspector Dan Jones on: Monday, April 20, … Continue reading
Celebrating the Opening of a New Community Hub in Clareview
News Release Celebrating the Opening of a New Community Hub in Clareview Edmonton’s northeast community was filled with excitement as residents celebrated the grand opening of theClareview Community Recreation Centreand Clareview Library on January 17, 2015. “The City of Edmonton connects individuals, families, groups, cultures and communities to the facilities and services they need to … Continue reading
2015 BUDGET WRAP: DELIVERING VALUE by Mayor Don Iveson
2015 BUDGET WRAP: DELIVERING VALUE By Mayor Don Iveson Whether we’re buying a new treadmill or a box of oranges, we inevitably ask ourselves the same question: is it worth what I’m paying? Just before budget deliberations, Edmonton’s Insight Community (sign up to take part) surveyed Edmontonians and asked them the same kind of question: … Continue reading