Opinion

Congratulations to the candidates who won the municipal election. But also to the candidates that didn't win. They are winners too because they took the time and effort to let their names stand.

The winter season technically does not start for another month, but winter weather has undeniably descended upon us. The only relief we can expect until spring at this point is the occasional Chinook.

Having never missed a Remembrance Day, I was once again looking forward to our service at the Innisfail Royal Canadian Legion on Nov. 11. A short time before I was introduced to a wheelchair. I must admit that at the age of 93 I was scared to death.

As we plunge into a deep-freeze with the winter solstice barely a month away, many drivers do not seem to hesitate idling their vehicles far longer than actually necessary.

Republican and conservative moral outrage seems to be highly selective these days ó at least, more so than usual. Punishment for sexual misconduct and lewd behaviour apparently only applies to the liberal Hollywood "elite" and Democrats or leftists.

Why does the town not do more to educate/provide awareness to residents about our bylaws rather than just proceeding to penalize? I am by no means saying the bylaws are wrong or not needed, but some of them are pretty obscure and if you don't actuall

The Kenney conservatives are showing their true colours with their declared intent to oppose provincial legislation drafted to protect vulnerable LGBTQ students.

Indigenous soldiers who have served and continue to serve in Canada's armed forces might represent an overall small percentage of the country's military, yet the significance of their service cannot be overstated.

I learned a very important and life-changing lesson this summer. It doesn't happen every day but when a medical emergency does occur, it's not only vital to know what to do but to understand that something isn't right and act quickly.