Last night we held our AGM for the Calgary-Klein NDP Constituency Association. We’re excited to welcome a new board and get back out in our amazing community knocking doors, making calls, and building momentum. Better starts now!

Alberta’s New Democrats have also been hosting large town halls this summer. We never cut off the microphone, and we welcomed everyone because we genuinely want to hear from citizens. That’s what governments do. Albertans deserve better.

Danielle Smith must make things right with the young student, starting with an apology of her own, and she needs to fire her second most senior official for his reprehensible conduct and relieve tax payers of his cushy $825K contract. /3

Last night, Bruce McAllister, the voice of this government, suggested a young student be beaten after daring to ask about education funding and the teachers strike. /1

There is no bottom to the shameful behaviour of the UCP. An insincere apology from McAllister after weeks of callousness and disrespect for Albertans is insufficient. Evan, you show more care for your teachers in that moment than the UCP will ever be capable of. We deserve better, folks.

Today is the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as #OrangeShirtDay. We honour survivors, support their families, and remember the children who never came home. Reconciliation calls on us all to learn, reflect, and act. #EveryChildMatters

I was able to pop by the Crossroads Harvest Fair and was delighted to run into old friends from high school and new friends too. What a lovely way to celebrate the end of summer!

I had the opportunity to stop by the University of Calgary's NDP Club's table! It was great connecting with students and chatting about the importance of getting involved on campus, building community, and finding like-minded New Democrats. Exciting to see so much energy and engagement from folks!

It’s always a great time at Highland Park’s Music in the Park! The energy was amazing, and it was such a joy to listen to all the incredible local talent. We had a blast connecting with neighbours, enjoying the music, and celebrating our the vibrancy of Highland Park!

My thoughts on Alberta's push to add citizenship markers to driver's licenses. It's not about election integrity or convenience. It's about a culture war and discriminating against immigrants. open.substack.com/pub/drjaredw...

Albertans are struggling with the high cost of living and need good-paying jobs — not more red tape and political distractions. This UCP government should be focused on solutions that make life better, not creating bureaucracy with little benefit. #ABLeg

The UCP government is leaving Albertans with more questions than answers with this latest move to include citizenship markers on provincial IDs.

Had a fantastic time visiting the Calgary Zoo with my colleagues! We learned so much about their incredible conservation efforts and the exciting projects they’re working on. Huge thanks to the amazing staff for the warm welcome and for showing us around one of Calgary’s most iconic destinations!

It was a full house for our Better Together Townhall in Calgary! The room was full, the conversations were meaningful, and the energy was inspiring. Thank you to everyone who joined us. These moments remind us that real change starts with listening, sharing, and showing up—together.

Can't wait to see you this Monday, September 8th! Join us and let us know how you think we can be Better Together in Alberta. 📍Astoria Banquet Hall ⏰️ 6:30 pm Sign up at BetterTogetherSummer.ca #BetterTogether ##betterispossible

It's the first week of school for our school community! Welcome back! This year, families face uncertainty. Students are again crowded into classrooms and teachers and support staff are under tremendous pressure. A teacher's strike could be announced in the coming days. 1/2

The Planet Youth Back-to-School event was a huge success. Great to connect with folks and hear about the amazing work being done. Many families need support—check out local initiatives and see how you can help.

Was out with my friends - Calgary-Bow NDP! It's always an honour and a privilege to talk to Albertans face to face. They deserve better than rage-baiting separation talk. They deserve a government that takes action on affordability, healthcare and education. #abpoli #betterispossible

Today’s action by the federal government to force Air Canada flight attendants back to work without pay is wrong. Like all workers, they deserve to be compensated for every hour on the job and to negotiate a fair contract at the bargaining table. That’s basic fairness.

It was HOT today. But the conversations were refreshing. Folks don't want to be part of the 51st state, but they DO want strong public healthcare, educational supports, fairness for AISH recipients and ethical government. They deserve better than what Danielle Smith has to offer. #betterispossible

The UCP government changes the rules they don't like. Have a listen.

Premier Smith and her UCP cabinet removed hundreds of thousands of government expense receipts from Government websites, as well as future receipt requirements, and this is unacceptable. 1/5🧵 Audio from CBC’s Edmonton AM

Hello friends! The UCP government is making it harder to get your vaccines for COVID and the flu. Please register your intention to get vaccinated and keep eachother healthy!

Albertans want unity, not division. This summer, I’m joining Naheed Nenshi and the Alberta NDP to bring people together and stand up for our future because we’re Better Together! 🔗 BetterTogetherSummer.ca

This summer, we're hosting town halls across Alberta to hear from you and build stronger communities together. It's time to send a message to the UCP government: Albertans are united, and we're Better Together. Sign up to join the conversation: www.BetterTogetherSummer.ca

I am saddened to hear about the passing of former Alberta NDP MLA, Alex McEachern. Not only did Alex represent the residents of Edmonton-Kingsway for two terms, his dedication to the party and advocating for the well-being of all Albertans remained strong his entire life.

Join us and tell us what Better Together means to you!

The UCP government's Alberta Next Panel's divisive rhetoric on immigrants makes communities less safe and is an attempt to distract us from their failures on affordability, healthcare and housing. We are better together. #abpoli #BetterTogether

Big thanks to the team at WINS Donation Centre for the tour and the chance to learn more about the incredible work they do to support women and families in Calgary. Your impact is inspiring!

August is Hindu Heritage Month in Alberta—a time to recognize and celebrate the vibrant culture, traditions, and contributions of Hindu communities across our province. Let’s take this opportunity to honour the values of knowledge, unity, and compassion that enrich our shared future.

August marks Pakistan Heritage Month, first declared in 2018, it is a time to honour the rich culture, history, and contributions of Pakistani Albertans. Let us celebrate the vibrant traditions and community spirit that continue to enrich our province.

I’m so lucky to have met with Pamela from Black Home Educators today! We talked about politics here and in the US, immigration, education, and the importance of representation in all spheres. Thank you Pam, can’t wait to see you again!

We had a full house at our Open House with @drluannemetz.bsky.social on Wednesday night and it was amazing to connect with so many of you! Thank you to everyone who came out, shared your thoughts, and made it such an engaging evening. These conversations are essential to building a better Alberta.

This article echoes what I'm hearing from newcomer organizations, newcomers and racialized Albertans. Danielle Smith and her UCP "Alberta Next" Panels' rhetoric on immigrants stokes the fires of division and makes our communities less safe. 1/ www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

It was a pleasure visiting the IUD & Women’s Clinic with the wonderful team from Wellspring and my colleague Julia Hayter. We deeply appreciate Dr. Toor for welcoming us into the clinic and sharing the important work she and her team are doing every day.

Jasper is rebuilding with strength and care one year after the wildfires. Let’s show our support by visiting this summer, shopping local, and standing with the community. Jasper is ready to welcome you and we encourage everyone to be there for them.

You're invited to our joint Open House with @drluannemetz.bsky.social on July 30 at Triwood Community Centre! Drop by to share what’s on your mind, connect with your MLAs, and enjoy some snacks and refreshments. 🕕 6:00–7:30 PM 📍 Triwood Community Centre 🔗 Register: drmetz.ca

Honoured to attend the Fresh Start breakfast. Their compassionate work supporting those impacted by addiction makes our community stronger. Big thanks to the volunteers for another incredible event!

The Family Foods BBQ was a blast and the real highlight was running into my old grade school librarian. It was such a lovely surprise to catch up and reminisce about those early days. Community moments like this are what make summer events so special.

Had a fantastic time at the Hindu Society Pancake Breakfast this weekend. The energy, food, and thoughtful conversations made for a memorable morning. Always great to be out connecting with community and celebrating what brings us together!

The Ismaili Pancake Breakfast is always a highlight—amazing community, great food, and the famous Bharazi that’s worth the wait every year. Huge thanks to all the volunteers who make it happen!

Had a fantastic time at Highland Park’s Stampede celebration! From the warm welcomes to the lively atmosphere, it was a true reminder of how special community spirit is during Stampede season.

So very thrilled to see our leader @nenshi and our new colleague @gurtejsinghbraryeg.bsky.social get sworn in. Alberta - there is hope and energy in the air for a better future. Better starts now!

Pride Day at Stampede is always one of the highlights, full of energy, celebration and community. It was a joy to be part of it again this year!

Really enjoyed spending the morning with the Ghanaian-Canadian Association of Calgary on Saturday. Grateful for the warm welcome and great conversations. It was such a treat to enjoy a traditional Ghanaian breakfast, especially the porridge. Can't wait to have it again next year!

What an incredible morning at our Alberta NDP Caucus Stampede Breakfast. It was such a joy to connect with so many folks over pancakes and great conversation. This is what community is all about! A huge thank you to everyone who came out and to the amazing volunteers who helped make it all happen.

Glad I got to share the Stampede spirit with my colleagues at the joint breakfast hosted by Tuxedo Park, Winston Heights-Mountview, and Mount Pleasant! Stampede is all about community, and it was wonderful to see these neighbourhoods come together to put on such a warm and well-attended event.

A big yahoo to Triwood for hosting such a fun Stampede event! Great to see families enjoying the hay bale ride and classic cars. Excited for the Rueben Veggies pop-up opening next week!

The Eritrean pancake breakfast was a joy—delicious food, dedicated volunteers, and a vibrant community proud to share their culture. Grateful to have been part of it!

Had a great time at the Carpenters Stampede Breakfast chatting with folks about the vital role of the trades! Thanks to everyone who made this event possible and looking forward to more meaningful conversations ahead.