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Amarjeet Sohi
@amarjeetsohiyeg.bsky.social
Mayor of Edmonton
Between 2021 and 2024, Edmonton’s population grew by around 140,000 people -nearly double the average annual growth of the previous two decades.
I’m proud of the work we've done in Edmonton to make it easier to build and increase our supply of affordable housing.
September 2, 2025 at 10:43 PM
“All told, it’s an exciting development for our city”

Last week City Council approved a landmark agreement that will bring $400 million in housing, retail, entertainment, and vitality to Downtown Edmonton - without increasing municipal taxes.

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Keith Gerein: Edmonton scores a win with final event park deal, despite some shortcomings
Edmonton did well under difficult timing and political pressures, forging an investment pact with the Oilers that limits taxpayer exposure
edmontonjournal.com
September 1, 2025 at 5:21 PM
We are working hard to keep housing affordable in Edmonton.

When we launched the Affordable Housing Investment Plan, we set a bold goal: 2,700 new homes by 2026.

We’ve already delivered 2,922.

We’re aiming even higher: 4,652 homes by 2026.

We are building a more affordable future for everyone.
August 28, 2025 at 8:46 PM
Today, City Council approved a landmark agreement that will bring $400 million in housing, retail, entertainment, and vitality to Downtown Edmonton - without increasing municipal taxes.

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August 26, 2025 at 2:13 AM
Edmonton’s economic future depends on a strong industrial sector.

That’s why in 2024, Council adopted the Industrial Investment Action Plan (IIAP)—a bold roadmap to grow our city’s industrial base.

🧵 Read the thread ⤵️

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August 22, 2025 at 2:57 PM
Yesterday, I was proud to announce the next step to increasing access to student housing in Edmonton through the $15-million Downtown Student Housing Incentive, part of the Housing Accelerator Fund Action Plan.
August 21, 2025 at 9:41 PM
Every Edmontonian deserves a safe, affordable place to call home. But housing security still isn’t a reality for all of us.

That’s why I, along with council, have made Indigenous-led housing a priority.

🧵 Read the thread ⤵️

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August 20, 2025 at 7:56 PM
In 2022, Edmonton launched its Truth & Reconciliation Commission Municipal Response Plan—a plan rooted in respect, action, and partnership with Indigenous communities.

The plan now includes 90+ projects advancing reconciliation across four pillars.

🧵 Read the thread ⤵️

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August 12, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Anti-racism is about action.

That’s why, in 2024, this council created Edmonton’s first-ever High Level Office for Reconciliation and Anti-Racism.

Here’s what it is and why it matters.

🧵 Read the thread ⤵️

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August 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
For 52 years, the Edmonton Heritage Festival has showcased the very best of our city, our diversity, our community, and our shared stories.

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August 3, 2025 at 11:56 PM
The grass is greener in Edmonton!
After decades of neglect, we are the first City Council to properly fund core services. That looks like:

🌳 Increased grass trimming and tree pruning
🧹 More graffiti, litter and transit cleaning
📚 Extended hours at libraries
🛟 Outdoor pools open sooner and longer
July 22, 2025 at 3:39 PM
🧵 1/ Today we officially broke ground at Brentwood Builds, an ambitious project that will rebuild and expand the Brentwood Homes townhouse community in the heart of Woodcroft.

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July 16, 2025 at 11:19 PM
Looking forward to welcoming everyone to Edmonton in 2026!
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We're looking forward to building on that momentum as Edmonton prepares to host FCM’s 2026 Annual Conference and Trade Show.

We caught up with Edmonton Mayor @amarjeetsohiyeg.bsky.social⬇️⬇️

#FCM2026AC #CDNMuni #cdnpoli
July 16, 2025 at 10:30 PM
Today we celebrated the 2025 Civic Youth Fellowship interns!

This program, born from my first motion as Mayor to develop an anti-racism action plan, provides youth from diverse backgrounds a firsthand look into municipal government and the opportunity to work alongside city leadership.
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July 9, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Yesterday, City Council made an important and forward-looking decision by approving amendments to Edmonton’s Zoning Bylaw that will make it easier to build more diverse, affordable, and sustainable housing in our city, especially in mature neighbourhoods.
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Building a Stronger Edmonton: Amending Our Zoning Bylaw for More Housing Choices
Yesterday, City Council made an important and forward-looking decision. We approved amendments to Edmonton’s Zoning Bylaw that will make it…
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July 9, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Reposted by Amarjeet Sohi
A recent CMHC study found that Edmonton was the only big city in Canada on track to reach pre-pandemic housing affordability levels. Hear from Edmonton Mayor @amarjeetsohiyeg.bsky.social on how the city is working to get more homes built for residents, faster.

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July 7, 2025 at 7:47 PM
Incredible energy at the Calgary Stampede this weekend!
Stampede is an great opportunity to connect with leaders from across Alberta & Canada, to showcase our great city, & to advance Edmonton’s interests.Thank you to all the organizers and volunteers at the Calgary Stampede for bringing us together
July 6, 2025 at 6:52 PM
Kicked off Canada Day at the 36th annual Ismaili Council Pancake Breakfast at the Alberta Legislature.

This has truly become a wonderful tradition in our city that brings people together to celebrate community, connection, and country. 🇨🇦🥞

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July 1, 2025 at 8:44 PM
Today, City Council made a choice to invest in the future of our downtown. This builds on our previous investments to bring vibrancy, support local businesses, and restore declining property tax base in downtown.

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June 28, 2025 at 2:44 AM
Extending the CRL means upgrades to community infrastructure and transit, a youth sports hub, the expansion of the Winspear Centre, cultural spaces and 2,500 new homes including attainably-priced units.

edmontonjournal.com/opinion/colu...

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June 26, 2025 at 2:55 AM
Today, I joined community partners from the Winspear, Qualico & Free Play for Kids to talk about how extending the Community Revitalization Levy (CRL) would benefit our city by supporting arts & culture, improving infrastructure, building homes, & creating more accessible spaces in the our core.
June 24, 2025 at 11:41 PM
The CRL levy is a tool for municipalities to incentivize investment in neighbourhoods without adding new tax dollars.

Extending the CRL Levy by 10 years is expected to generate between $705 million and $975 million in revenue.

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June 20, 2025 at 11:36 PM
Edmonton is better because of the many cultural groups who have shaped our city into the diverse and vibrant place it is today.

Last night, I had the honour of joining the Consulate of Portugal and the Portuguese Cultural Centre to celebrate Dia de Portugal - Portugal Day.

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June 6, 2025 at 11:34 PM
The Oilers and Panthers are meeting again and Edmonton is more ready than ever.

Mayor Ryan, I accept your challenge! When the Oilers take it, you’ll be wearing blue and orange with pride. 

Let’s go Oilers!

#yeg #yegcc #LetsGoOilers
June 4, 2025 at 12:15 AM
This past week, I met with municipal leaders from across Canada at the Big City Mayors Caucus and the Federal Canadian Municipalities Annual Convention.

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June 3, 2025 at 7:28 PM