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Edmonton Journal

Heather Thomson

Publishing · On our record since 2020

Where this writer stands

Fiscal policy2 pieces

Higher taxes and public spendingLower taxes and tighter spending
“Industrial property taxes in Edmonton are substantially higher than in surrounding municipalities. The annual industrial property tax bill for a $1-million assessment in Edmonton is double that of nearby municipalities.” Read the piece

Immigration1 piece

Higher permanent intakeLower intake
“Federal policy drove population growth faster than job creation could match, and when worker supply outran job supply, the least experienced got pushed to the back of the line.” Read the piece

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