Kevin Holowack

Election oddities in 2025: Drive-thru votes in Strathcona County, no mayoral vote in Leduc County By Though all municipalities must follow Alberta's Local Authorities Election Act for the upcoming elections on Oct. 20, they all have options within those rules to put their own spin on things. As part of Taproot's ongoing coverage of this year's elections, here are a few election quirks from across the region — from ideas to drive advance voting to the strange ways some choose their mayors.

Here are opportunities to inform decisions about budgets, a proposed entertainment district, and Strathcona County's ambulance service. Please only answer surveys from the municipality where you live. Parkland County Budget Survey — Parkland County is seeking feedback to help inform future budget decisions. Residents and business owners can complete an online survey until July 4.

Minister says investor confidence in renewables is strong, despite report that suggests otherwise By A Pembina Institute report found that the Alberta Electric System Operator saw more electricity production cancelled than pitched in 2024. Will Noel, a senior analyst at the clean energy think tank, told Taproot that Pembina tracked 55 project cancellations in 2024 compared to 58 applications for new renewable energy projects.