Anirniq to Sspomitapi: Here's your chance to meet the candidates from Edmonton's 12 wards
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On Oct. 18, Edmonton voters will elect a new mayor and 12 councillors.
A total of 73 candidates are registered to run for a seat on council. All the wards have new Indigenous names; four of them — Métis, Papastew, Ipiihkoohkanipiaohtsi and Karhiio — don't have an incumbent candidate.
The current number system, wards 1-12, and their sitting councillors are in effect until the new ward names and boundaries become active on Oct. 18.
Read on to learn who's running and where.
Three candidates are running in the west Edmonton riding of Nakota Isga.
Andrew Knack (incumbent): Has served two terms on city council. Campaign highlights include creating an environment where residents, entrepreneurs, and businesses can thrive; an equitable and inclusive city.
Dave Olivier: Worked at accounting firms, ran a fleet of taxis and a bookkeeping business. Campaigning on fiscal responsibility, controlling property taxes and encouraging business growth.
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