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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 08/10/2026

It’s 11 days until the referendum - do you know where your special ballot is? 😉 If it’s not in the mail yet, Canada Post suggests getting it in by 5 PM tomorrow. And if you haven’t received it yet, you can vote in the advanced polls next week. Watch to learn more. Don’t miss your chance! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 03/10/2026

Very excited to be officiating a Lord of the Rings themed wedding today for two of my constituents. Thank you Olivia & Nick for asking me to be part of your special day!

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 02/10/2026

Just yesterday, Danielle Smith declared that no one should have to pay to clean up someone else’s mess. So why are we all on the hook for $134 million because she can’t control the separatists in her party & her caucus? #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 30/09/2026

Things are not going well for the UCP. They just lost a by-election in a formerly safe seat, Danielle Smith has the highest disapproval of any Premier & their poll numbers are dropping hard. Albertans are tired of corruption & chaos, so what’s a populist Premier to do? Rig the game. #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Shout out to The Grind YEG for hosting a great event, The Cypher, celebrating skate culture on Saturday at Churchill Square. And it was an honour to meet Cree skateboarder & actor, Joe Dion Buffalo. Thanks to everyone who came out to skate & support!

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Last week, @theorvaldwayneshow stopped by to talk about the referendum & share his song, “Dear Alberta.” He’s a proud Albertan & Canadian & voting remain & no to the other 9. Don’t miss your chance - cast your vote for the Alberta you believe in. www.albertandpcaucus.ca/voteforcanada #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Last week I wrote to Public Safety Min. Mike Ellis in support of YOUCAN Youth Services’ Relentless program. Relentless is a partnership with @edmontonpolice that provides care, stability & structure for the highest risk youth in our city. It’s powerful. And it works. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Thank you to Somalia We Care for inviting us to be part of their community discussion about the referendum. Many spoke & they were clear - they’re proud Albertans & proud Canadians & stand against the Premier’s attempts to create division with her other 9 questions. We stand with them. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 25/09/2026

Today is the last day to request a special ballot for the referendum. Skip the lines, cast your voice & ensure your voice is heard. Together we can send a clear message: remain in Canada & no to Danielle Smith’s other nine questions. specialballot.elections.ab.ca #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 24/09/2026

A good piece from Keith Gerein. “It seems inconsistent to demand federal action on one front of that issue, but then accept dysfunction on that which is under provincial control.” #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

No one should be dropped on the streets without connection to the services & supports they need to reintegrate. See our letter to the Minister for more details. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Premier Smith & the UCP government must step up & take real action to support Chinatown. Today we wrote to Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis in support of community leaders, business owners & residents’ call for immediate changes in the release of detainees. 1/2 #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 22/09/2026

Join us tonight in Sherwood Park! More info at albertandpcaucus.ca/voteforcanada. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 21/09/2026

Last week, voters in Calgary-Shaw made it clear: they’ve had enough of being ignored by Danielle Smith & the UCP. That they deserve government that will actually improve healthcare, cut their costs & stand up for 🇨🇦. They voted for better. And now we’re one seat closer to making it happen. #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Alberta artists are stepping up! @amandaschutzie.bsky.social reached out after my video yesterday to share this beautiful piece showing her love for Alberta and Canada. And you can buy it! Proceeds support Joyful Dinos outreach on the referendum. www.amandaschutz.com/shop/p/forev... #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 17/09/2026

Alberta artists… I’ve heard from so many of you who are angry & frustrated Danielle Smith’s referendum & policies don’t represent you. I’ve got an idea how we can help rally our family, friends & neighbours to vote for the Alberta we believe in. Take a listen. Let me know what you think. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

This Saturday the City Centre crew & I will be at Kitchener Park for our annual Ice Cream Social! You can check out the community yard sale & BBQ & then come see us for a sweet treat. Hope to see you there! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 16/09/2026

It’s been nearly 9 months since 44-year-old Prashant Sreekumar died after waiting 8 hours to be seen in an Edmonton ER. Danielle Smith & the UCP continue to sit on their hands. An Alberta NDP government won’t waste time. We’ll get to work on day one with our plan to cut ER wait times. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

And the message is clear - Albertans are standing up & demanding better. And the Alberta NDP is ready. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

I’ve heard from so many who are frustrated & felt they were losing hope in the face of the damage being done by Danielle Smith & the UCP. Well, last night, hope happened. Kyle Campbell showed that Albertans who’ve had enough of Smith’s arrogance & disregard can make their voices heard. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 15/09/2026

For years, the UCP have refused to treat the crisis in Chinatown with the urgency it deserves. And now recent videos of detainees being dropped there at night with no access to supports show they aren’t just ignoring the problems, they’re making them worse. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

Congratulations to Tope Akindele on his second exhibition of Beautifully Bald - a collaboration with Embrace Alopecia! Check it out all this week at City Hall. #yegart

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 12/09/2026

Danielle Smith isn’t a leader - she’s a lobbyist. For separatism, for Big Tech, even for Donald Trump. But we can say no to dividing our province and our country. Vote REMAIN and no to the other nine. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

We know our healthcare system is struggling & we know why - 7 years of mismanagement by the UCP. Well, we’ve got a plan to transform the system & ensure Albertans can get the care they need when they need it. Read more at albertandp.ca/healthcare #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I first met Jon back in 2005 when he was an aspiring indie rapper & he came into the studio I was working at to record his first album. 21 years later, I ran into him again at the annual Edmonton Firefighters Memorial. Good to see you, Jon, & thanks for your service! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

I’m excited! Today we released The Future of Healthcare - our plan to transform the healthcare system & ensure every Albertan can access the care they need. Check it out at albertandp.ca/healthcare. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

In July, my constituent’s son reached out to me & Min. Dale Nally regarding challenges she was facing in renewing her AB ID. Today he wrote again. He hasn’t heard from the Minister, his mother’s ID has expired & now she can’t apply for the energy rebate. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Had a great time on Saturday at Black Business Edmonton’s trade show in Beaumont. Great conversations with business owners working to build new opportunities for themselves & give back to their communities. Shout out to IBK for all he does with BBE to help promote Black-owned businesses! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

No better way to spend a part of Labour Day then helping out at the annual Edmonton Labour District Council BBQ. Thanks to all the volunteers from Edmonton unions who spent their holiday Monday serving the community. Working people stand together! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 04/09/2026

This week, Danielle Smith launched the her two-tier, American-style healthcare plan. And when an ER doctor shared his concerns about the impacts on patients, Jason Kenney swooped in to mock him. But as I explain, when it came to improving healthcare, Jason, as Premier, fell well short.#abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 03/09/2026

Spotted on my way into the office this morning - a community staging of a Looney Tunes short. However, since the Roadrunner was out sick, his understudy, Magpie, filled in. Overall, their performances lacked the action and whimsy we’ve come to expect. 4/10 😉 #urbancoyote

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 01/09/2026

Yesterday was our last day with Tolu - our student summer intern through University of Alberta’s Black Youth for Social Innovation (BYSI) program. Tolu was a wonderful addition to our team & we wish her all the best as she finishes her last year of her political science degree. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 28/08/2026

Danielle Smith says she won’t support counter-tariffs because they hurt businesses & workers. Odd. Because just last year, she imposed a markup on wine that hurt businesses, cost jobs & hit Canadian wineries hardest. So maybe there’s another reason she refuses to stand with Team Canada? #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

A few thoughts on Danielle Smith”s response to Mark Carney’s decision to walk away from trade negotiations with the US. While every other Premier backs the Prime Minister in standing up for Canada, she puts her political interests first. Albertans deserve better. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 20/08/2026

Today, we said goodbye to Lina. For over 2 years, she’s handled case work in my office, helping support & solve problems for folks in City-Centre. An essential part of our team. We’re going to miss her, but I’m excited for the new opportunities she’s going to explore. All the best, Lina! #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 19/08/2026

The severity of hate crimes is increasing as are the number of hate incidents. There’s far more evidence of direct harm from hate than of any harm, let alone fraud, from using tabulators to count votes. But guess which the UCP jumped to act on & which they dismissed. www.cbc.ca/news/canada/...

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 15/08/2026

A few thoughts from one of my favorite places on how it shaped me, on who we are as Albertans & Canadians and why, in October, I’ll be voting to remain in Canada and no to the other nine. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Because racialized, indigenous, 2SLGBTQ+ communities deserve the same level of vocal public support as the UCP’s political base. Particularly when the UCP’s policies & posturing so often dismiss their concerns & makes their lives harder. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Canada’s most prominent white supremacist group just held its second annual national meeting right here in Alberta. RCMP have rightly been tracking. Will Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis condemn this as quickly & loudly as he did police asking the public to report incidents of hate? #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 05/08/2026

In today’s edition of “The UCP Are A Bad Boss,” Public Safety Minister Mike Ellis comes out against…police? Two Ministers & the Premier are calling out EPS for trying to support communities facing increasing levels of hate, online & IRL. Because the UCP always put politics before people. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 03/08/2026

The UCP are a bad boss. Turns out their decision to force Albertans to put their citizen status & healthcare on their drivers license or ID is creating huge delays. And those delays are costing registries money. Just one more way the UCP are making life harder for Albertans. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 26/07/2026

Got to share a few words at the opening of emcoalitionyeg’s Cultural Days festival yesterday. The beautiful diversity we celebrated there - that is Alberta, that is Canada. This October, let’s vote to keep it that way - REMAIN in Canada and NO to Danielle Smith’s other nine. 1/2 #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

New polling shows that far more Albertans want a vote on keeping the RCMP than want a vote on separation. But Danielle Smith isn’t listening. Just one more reason to send her a message by voting to REMAIN in Canada & NO to her other nine. #ableg

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 21/07/2026

The cost of Danielle Smith’s fall referendum keeps going up. The UCP spent $300K on a referendum website packed with propaganda telling Albertans how to vote. If Danielle Smith really wants to know what Albertans want maybe it’s time to drop this farce of a referendum & call an election. #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

Why Danielle Smith is forcing us to vote on separatism. 2/2

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 18/07/2026

In just 3 months, Danielle Smith, as Premier of Alberta, is forcing us to vote on separation. How did we get here? I broke it down with Greg Davis on MyRadio 580 AM. Catch the full discussion on their FB page. 1/2 #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 17/07/2026

It wouldn’t be summer in Edmonton-City Centre without Taste of Edmonton! Had a great yesterday helping kick off their 42nd year of showcasing Edmonton’s culinary & musical talent. Stop by through July 26 to check it out! #abpoli

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 16/07/2026

Taste of Edmonton is on! Drop by Churchill Square through July 22 to enjoy amazing food from over 40 Edmonton restaurants plus live music every night. #ableg #yegfood

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David Shepherd @dshepyeg.bsky.social · 13/07/2026

Her family started Mary Burlie Day to celebrate her legacy even as they continue to build on it with the TMBBAS. Thank you to the Burlie family for all they do to build a better community for all of us! #abpoli

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