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Amarjeet Sohi

Jan 28 • 10 tweets • 4 min read

🧵I have spent a large portion of my time as Mayor building relationships with our provincial and federal government partners. I believe that collaboration is how we move forward in our city, and I am grateful for the meaningful conversations we have had thus far.

I have met with the Premier and many ministers to highlight what our city needs financially to succeed, to grow our economy, create jobs and support one another as we emerge from the pandemic stronger than ever.

@CityofEdmonton

🏠My top priority is supporting and protect our city’s unhoused population. We have asked Premier Kenney to fund the capital construction of 552 supportive housing units that are required in the @CityofEdmonton’s plan to end houselessness.

🏠 I understand that unhoused folks can have complex or culturally-sensitive needs, therefore I am also requesting ongoing operating funding to ensure onsite wrap-around social services can be provided to these individuals once all 900 units are completed.

🚌 I spoke candidly earlier this week about Edmonton’s transit operating shortfalls, and outlined our urgent need for support from our federal and provincial government partners.

🚌 We are renewing our call on the province and federal government to provide us with emergency operating financial support for our transit system. If this request is met, we would be the first municipality to recover back to pre-pandemic ridership levels by 2024.

🌆 Our downtown core has also suffered during the pandemic, with many businesses struggling to stay afloat. I have asked the premier to help us support #yegdt recovery and revitalization. A vibrant and safe downtown is a thriving downtown, and #yegdt has so much to offer.

@FIFAWorldCup

⚽️ Finally, I am asking the provincial govt to join both #YEG and the federal govt in supporting the @FIFAWorldCup in 2026. Hosting the games would bring investment and tourism to Alberta, and we all need something to look forward to after a difficult few years.

My goal has always been to build an #YEG for all. I believe that the needs that I have highlighted are very reasonable and I am optimistic that our provincial government is attuned to our city’s realities.

This is a great opportunity for our provincial govt to show up for #YEG. I am anticipating the release of the provincial budget next month with hope, and I will continue to advocate for our city in every way I can. #yegcc

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Jan 30

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🧵As Mayors of the two cities that straddle Member of Parliament Michael Cooper’s riding, Mayor @CathyHeron and I are troubled by a photo of MP Cooper that is being circulated with an upside down Canadian flag with a hateful symbol of a swastika on it.

This type of symbolism is never okay, but it is even more troubling as we just marked the anniversary of the Holocaust, and today, we remember the victims who lost their lives in the hate-based Quebec City Mosque attack five years ago.

We want the rest of the country to know that MP Cooper’s presence at this rally in no way reflects the values of Edmontonians and St. Albertans. Our communities are diverse, inclusive and welcoming—hate has absolutely no place here.

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Jan 29

🧵 It has been 5 years since a gunman entered the Quebec City Mosque. Six Muslims lost their lives and others were injured. Today, we observe the National Day of Remembrance of the Quebec City Mosque Attack and Action Against Islamophobia.

I remember this dark day in our history. I was in Ottawa working as a federal minister, and I will never forget the despair, fear and trauma that my Muslim friends and colleagues were feeling. Canada would never be the same again.

@nccm

In honour of the memory of the victims, in recognition of those who selflessly and courageously put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, and in solidarity with the survivors, I am participating in @nccm’s Green Square campaign today.

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Jan 27

🧵 Today, on #HolocaustRemembranceDay, we remember the many Jewish peoples who lost their lives to violent Antisemitism and honour the survivors who are still with us.

The Holocaust was the systematic persecution and murder of over six million Jews by the Nazi regime, its allies and collaborators. Many Jews still experience generational trauma as a result of this genocide, and we must reconcile with this.

I condemn Antisemitism in all of its sinister forms and stand in solidarity with #YEG's Jewish community as they mourn, remember, reflect and heal. We must continue to take action to end hate-based violence each and every day.

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Oct 12, 2021

This morning, Mr. Nickel made a serious allegation against me. It is a lie. As a leader, I hold myself to the highest standard and would never compromise my duty to the public.

Let’s break down the facts.

The original buyer for Lot 38 purchased the lot at the same time I made my initial deposit and agreed to the price, in March 2010. I received no discount of any kind on the land purchase.

Both lots were originally sold for approximately the same value, but the buyer of Lot 38 resold his for a higher price to the neighbour in question. That sale is the one reflected in the Transfer of Title Mr. Nickel has provided.

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Jul 1, 2021

As a first generation immigrant, Canada holds a unique and special place in my heart.

But Canada also has a difficult past; one that includes neglect, abuse and violence toward Indigenous peoples, including on the Treaty 6 territory that #yeg resides on. (1/7)

I came here when I was just 18 years old, excited to explore new opportunities, experience new cultures and make my dreams come true. (2/7)

From modest beginnings with ETS to my time in Ottawa, I acknowledge the many privileges I’ve been afforded as a Canadian citizen and am very grateful that my family and I have been given the opportunity to call Canada home. (3/7)

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Oct 26, 2019

Construction is underway on the Trans Mountain Expansion Project, including here in Edmonton and in British Columbia. As of September 30, Trans Mountain and their contractors have hired more than 2,200 people, with a focus on Indigenous, local & regional workers. 1/

By the end of this year, 4,200 people will be hired to work on this critical project. In Edmonton, there is important work underway, including at stockpiling and construction office sites. 2/

The Canada Energy Regulator has given Trans Mountain the go-ahead to proceed with work on the Edmonton Terminal, and work will commence in a series of phased activities along the pipeline right-of-way here in the greater Edmonton region. 3/

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