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Aaron Paquette 🇨🇦 @apaquette.bsky.social · 22/05/2026

Now take a referendum, and wrap it in ANOTHER referendum!

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Aaron Paquette 🇨🇦 @apaquette.bsky.social · 19/05/2026

In 2019 I worked with Council to reduce consultant costs by hundreds of millions of dollars on a go forward basis. Yes, you read that right. Cumulatively we are saving enormous amounts of money thanks to that move. globalnews.ca/video/549662...

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City of Edmonton spent $600M over 5 years on consultant fees | Watch News Videos Online

Watch City of Edmonton spent $600M over 5 years on consultant fees Video Online, on GlobalNews.ca

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Eleanor Olszewski (OL-SHEV-skee) 🇨🇦 @eleanorolszewski.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

It was great connecting with Councillor @apaquette.bsky.social of Ward Dene.

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Eleanor Olszewski (OL-SHEV-skee) 🇨🇦 @eleanorolszewski.bsky.social · 01/04/2026

Heureuse d’avoir pu échanger avec le conseiller @aaronpaquette.bsky.social du quartier Dene.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Canada unTOUCHable in curling as they win gold over Great Britain. 🥌 🇨🇦🥇 #gold #CantTouchThis #olympics

Canada’s curling team celebrate Olympic gold medal win over Great Britain.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

Councillor Motion for Snow and Ice Surge Capacity Some folks may want to know about next steps. I will be making the following notice of motion next Tuesday at the Urban Planning Committee. That means it will be debated as one of the last items in the following Council meeting. Here it is:

**That Administration provide a report, based on public feedback and industry best practices, outlining options and financial implications for a Snow and Ice Control "Surge Capacity" strategy to ensure timely service delivery during unexpected or extreme precipitation events, including:**
**1. An operational analysis of projected extreme weather frequency based on current climate modelling and Climate Resilient Edmonton data; and**
**2. Mechanisms to scale resources (example: on-call private contracting, emergency procurement) to meet Service Level Agreements when accumulation exceeds base fleet capacity.**

**3. Return with unfunded item specific strategies to prioritize accessibility and mitigate mobility barriers for seniors and persons with disabilities during these surge events.
(Example: more proactive crosswalk and access point windrow removal and clearing)**
*(wording subject to change slightly through refinement and consulting with Admin and colleagues - this is a normal process)*

What this would do, if passed, is ask City Administration to return to Council with a report on the listed items. In conversation with Administration, we can clarify the intent of the report and more clearly define what Council would like to see.
What many might not know is that a budget is set in advance, and then Administration essentially configures for that budget.
When it come to Snow and Ice Control, that means "X" number of plows, graders, etc. are on hand - according to the approved budget. In 2024, if Council had voted to substantially increase service levels and purchase more graders,
Administration would have begun the procurement process.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 10/01/2026

Want to build your own Snow & Ice Control budget? I built a tool using city data. You can adjust budget, see the tax result, & run sims on how the last month of snow events played out. It’s transparent, interactive, and hopefully not boring. Works best on Desktop 🖥️ aaronpaquette.ca/snow-ice

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SNOW & ICE — Aaron Paquette

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Christopher Martin @chrismartinab.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Earlier today, I had the privilege of attending the City of #Edmonton Swearing-In Ceremony for Edmonton’s newly elected Mayor and City Council, representing the EdmontonChamber and the local business community. #YEG #YEGCouncil #ABPoli #Business #GovernmentRelations

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

As the @lukaszukab.bsky.social Forever Canadian petition campaign heads into the home stretch, I thought I should re-post our Alberta Unbound conversation from earlier this month. #Alberta #ableg #abpoli #cdnpoli #ForeverCanadian #Canada

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Forever Canadian

Podcast Episode · Alberta Unbound · S4 E1 · 22m

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Ryan Jespersen @ryanjespersen.bsky.social · 30/09/2025

A painful, powerful message from @aaronpaquette.bsky.social to Residential School deniers... 📺 FULL: rtrj.info/093025TR 🎧 FULL: rtrj.info/093025 #TruthAndReconciliation #NDTR #OrangeShirtDay

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Aaron Paquette 🇨🇦 @apaquette.bsky.social · 21/09/2025

Our signs are hot off the presses! With the election just a month away, order an Aaron Paquette sign before they’re gone. Visit: www.aaron4dene.ca/support And get involved in a campaign that is proudly independent, just like you! Your voice Your choice Re-elect Paquette

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 24/08/2025

Does this sound bonkers, or is it just math? Better services, lower taxes, and the actual MECHANICS of how to do it? Whaaaat? It’s true. Math is cool, actually. #yeg #edmonton www.youtube.com/live/VeuCNYp...

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Calgary's Big Advantage and A Plan To Save Edmonton

YouTube video by Real Talk Ryan Jespersen

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 21/08/2025

Increase investment, and flatten taxes (and even REDUCE taxes) without cutting services? Check it out. www.aaron4dene.ca/blog-2-1/blo...

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My vision for an economically strong Edmonton — Aaron Paquette

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 05/08/2025

My name is Aaron Paquette, and I’m running for re-election as your city councillor in Ward Dene, our home. After bringing record investment and growth to our Ward, I am focusing on making this city work for you.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 23/07/2025

Awesome thread: 1/ This week, S&P Global (one of the major international credit rating agencies) upgraded the City of Edmonton’s credit rating from AA to AA+. That puts us just one step below the highest possible rating (AAA), and above most other Canadian cities. #yeg #yegcc

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Nic Laporte @nicthedoor.bsky.social · 15/07/2025

“It absolutely saves taxpayer’s money…study after study in city after city, have proven it conclusively. It (building bike lanes) saves money, it helps local business, it promotes health and we have far less collisions” - @aaronpaquette.bsky.social youtu.be/OF4-Hc0x9bM?...

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Why does Edmonton keep building bike lanes?

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 31/05/2025

This video represents the soul of Ward Dene – its residents. How their resolve remains constant as our Ward grows and changes. Thank you to all those who contributed. Please find the full video on my website aaronpaquette.ca OR on my YouTube: (youtu.be/_5FMsR_Wuro?...) #yeg #yegcc #warddene

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 28/05/2025

Here’s what you need to know when you hear a Councillor say they voted against the city budget: 1. If the budget vote fails, it reverts to the ADMINSTRATION proposed amount. Which is usually HIGHER. 2. Did they do the work of COLLABORATING and LEADING to get a different result? Or was it for show?

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 27/05/2025

While not a City of Edmonton initiative, Nature Alberta put the question to Edmontonians on what bird should represent their City. 40,000 people voted and at the end, the black-billed magpie soared above the competition to take its perch as the Bird of Edmonton.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 25/05/2025

Honoured to attend the Fort Road time capsule opening, celebrating 115 years of this historic community and 100 years since the founding of Belvedere. Special thanks to Steven Elenaik and the Shaw family for organizing such a wonderful celebration. #yeg#yegcc

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

DALLAS! This is more than hockey, it’s grit, unity & heart. Losing city wears the other team’s jersey & we ensure no one goes hungry. Food banks. Libraries. Community. Scoreboard aside, we show up for each other. Let’s go, Oilers. Let’s go, Edmonton. #OurTime #LetsGoOilers #YEGvsDAL #WeAreYEGMetro

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Edmonton International Airport (YEG) @flyyeg.bsky.social · 23/05/2025

Edmonton is ready! We got this! 🧡💙

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

Fun fact - these were out five most “downloaded” episodes - with @lindsaytedds.bsky.social and @trevortombe.bsky.social getting even more listens than @corblund.bsky.social !

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 16/05/2025

This month marks the 5th anniversary of Alberta Unbound. Just finished recording our 5th anniversary epi, with Anne McLellan, Shannon Phillips and Ken Boessenkool, talking election aftermath, Ottawa-Alberta relations and separatist threats. Can’t wait to share it. #cdnpoli #abpoli #AlbertaUnbound

A black and white “quilt” made up of headshots of the 70 diverse guests who’ve been guests my podcast Alberta Unbound.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

The fun thing about Edmonton is that not only are we the best big city in the country for granting development approvals, but everyone will still complain about it. Haha. The good thing is that we can still work on being best in the world, I guess.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 13/05/2025

I’m exploring a fun potential motion - which almost never happens. The black billed magpie as Edmonton’s official bird.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 07/05/2025

Residents of several homes in Habitat Crescent have been asked to evacuate, due to one home harboring chemicals that could be explosive or noxious in nature. Accommodations are being provided by the City. Please reach out if you have questions: aaron.paquette@edmonton.ca or call: 780-496-8138.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 06/05/2025

People affected by the fire at Wyndham Crossing Appartments please contact: Edmonton Fire: 911 or 780-425-1231 Edmonton’s Emergency Response Team (ESRT) at 780-944-5555 or 311 Red Cross: 1-888-800-6493 OR my office at 780-496-8138 or aaron.paquette@edmonton.ca

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 05/05/2025

Had a great time speaking municipally with these two Staples of the Edmonton scene.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 01/05/2025

While separation is likely meant as a distraction from their many scandals, I am concerned this leap into different forms of chaos just communicates irrationality and a lack of rational governance. I hope we see the province realize their work should focus on serving Edmontonians & Albertans.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

Look, if you have black, just wear black to a funeral or memorial when appropriate. I get it. Blue is fine. But why not just err on the side of caution? In the end it’s not a serious debate.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 27/04/2025

The loss of life and the injuries that occurred at Vancouver’s Lapu Lapu festival is simply heartbreaking. I offer sincerest sympathies to the families of the deceased and pray the injured recover quickly. Edmonton joins Vancouver in mourning during this moment of grief.

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 25/04/2025

Attending the memorial mass for Pope Francis today with the Archdiocese of Edmonton was a profound reminder: in every faith, there is a thread of reverence for life, a call to lift one another higher.

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Senator Paula Simons 🇨🇦 @senatorpaulasimons.bsky.social · 23/04/2025

No. He hasn’t stopped with this delusional nonsense. “We don’t need their oil. We don’t need their cars.” Don’t think for one minute this this is over. #cdnpoli

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Ashley Salvador @ashleysalvador.bsky.social · 12/04/2025

This week, I attended the grand opening of St. Paul’s Legacy Project - a new affordable housing project in Ward Métis. Seeing the community, congregation, contractors, residents, city staff, and other project partners celebrating this achievement was a truly special moment. #yeg #WardMétis

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Aaron Paquette 🍁🇨🇦🏒🥅 @aaronpaquette.bsky.social · 11/04/2025

At Stadium Station. Always struck by the beautiful design! One cleaner, and 3 peace officers present. Trains are on time.

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Erin Rutherford @erinrutherford.bsky.social · 08/04/2025

The Community Mobilization Task Force recommendations are being discussed at City Council tomorrow. Thank you to the Task Force members for sharing their time, efforts, and expertise 🙏 Check out my blog for city-specific action taken to address housing: www.erinrutherford.ca/updates-blog...

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Erin Rutherford @erinrutherford.bsky.social · 04/04/2025

What a great morning getting to participate in the Grand Opening of the New Zebra Centre location right here in #wardanirniq. This amazing organization does so much for young victims. It truly felt like a herd coming together this morning to protect our littles. 🦓🦓🦓

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JP @perrinjan.bsky.social · 03/04/2025

Some people didn’t play SimCity as kids and it shows. #YEGcc

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