Edmonton City Council's 2026 budget concluded with a 6.9% increase—a challenging number for many households. As your new Councillor, I want to be transparent about what happened, share the critical wins we secured for Ward Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi, and outline how we're preparing for a more affordable and accountable budget in the years ahead. Challenges, Solutions and Looking Ahead Budget Update: Ward Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi I'd like to start by saying a huge and belated thank yo