Longtime city councillor Andrew Knack won't run in 2025 Edmonton municipal election
CBC
Andrew Knack, who has served on Edmonton city council for 11 years and represents the west-end Ward Nakota Isga, announced Monday he will not run in the next municipal election.
"This is really the dream for me, I can't imagine wanting to do anything else in my life," Knack said Monday at a news conference near city hall.
Knack, 40, in his third term on council, said several elements drove the decision to step away from municipal politics.
He said it's time to make room for fresh perspectives from others.
"At what point do you look at yourself and look at the world and say, 'Do I want to be around at that point where people are saying: 'Gosh, this guy has been around for a really long time, maybe it's time for someone new.' "
Knack is the longest-serving member on Edmonton city council, first elected in 2013 for then-Ward 1 in the west end.
"This city — my home — is full of incredible people who are always ready and willing to help one another, and I know some of those people are what is needed to help make our city an even better place than it is today."
Knack is known for advocating for more accessible and affordable public transportation, and has pushed to expand the city's bike lanes and multi-use paths.
He sat on the Accessibility Advisory Committee, City of Edmonton Youth Council and Edmonton Transit System Advisory Board.
Knack was non-committal about what he'll do next, but said he hasn't ruled out running for provincial or federal politics.
Knack told CBC News he doesn't intend to run for mayor.
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi described Knack as thoughtful and compassionate.
"Our city is better because of his commitment and the work he has done over the last three terms sitting on council," Sohi told news media.
Through contentious subjects and debates, Knack is tolerant, listens and engages the public, Sohi said.
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