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George Brookman

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Calgary always comes together to show off for Stampede visitors

Calgary has a special ingredient that you do not find in any other city and this year could be the biggest Stampede ever

26.06.2026 20

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Brookman: Cooler heads need to prevail in Canada to prevent U.S.-style political meltdown

Canadians enjoy a reputation for civility, and if we are to stick together, we must have dialogue that provides results without personal insult

12.06.2026 20

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Brookman: It's not perfect, but Canada is Alberta's home

29.05.2026 20

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Brookman: City's free tree program lacking followup care

Facing separation discussions, elector list distributions and waiting for a pipeline, my words today are about trees. In windswept Calgary, trees are...

15.05.2026 30

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Brookman: Social media musings a poor substitute for credible news

Attempts to control the media are seen as attacks on free speech, but isn’t disinformation just as dangerous?

17.04.2026 40

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Brookman: Pain and suffering should not be the end to a strong, independent life

It took five people to raise me.

02.04.2026 40

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Brookman: It's past time to tackle politically treacherous taxation

We cannot continue to look for additional services in Canada without finding ways to pay

20.03.2026 40

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Brookman: Calgary's road carnage cannot continue

Calgary is on track for one of the worst years for traffic fatalities. We need to take a serious look at speeding and other causes

20.02.2026 30

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Brookman: We need to follow path Fathers of Confederation set out for us

Canada has lost a decade, and to catch up we will need every politician and bureaucrat pulling in the same direction

06.02.2026 40

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Brookman: Canada's new year slogan should be stop talking, start building

09.01.2026 40

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Brookman: Calgary should take inspiration from cities with great Christmas markets

We should make downtown into a winter wonderland and borrow from those who do it best around the world

26.12.2025 40

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Brookman: Canadians need to stop 'squabbling' and work together on projects coast to coast

12.12.2025 50

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Brookman: Council shouldn't forget the small details that rile up the public

Council would be wise to remember the quote, 'It is not the long hill ahead that tires you out, it is the small grain of sand in your shoe'

28.11.2025 40

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: We are all just pining for normal

It is time to stop ideological debates and focus on normal standards. Teachers are not wrong, nurses are not wrong, but governments do not have...

14.11.2025 40

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Brookman: Farkas leading Calgary, council into frightful next phase

Political adviser Rod Love once said, 'Politicians must pick two projects, make them successful.' The voters will notice

31.10.2025 20

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Field of Crosses a stark reminder of loss and fragile democracy

We must never forget those who have gone before us, but we also must use our own minds and thoughts in trying to quell hatred and do all that we can...

22.10.2025 30

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Field of Crosses a stark reminder of loss and fragile democracy

17.10.2025 30

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Brookman: Quit whining and start working

There is a great quote: 'The Stone Age did not end because they ran out of stones; It ended because they found a better way to do things'

03.10.2025 30

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Brookman: Low voter turnout means mayor, council represent very few of population

19.09.2025 40

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Brookman: City falls apart as council watches from the sidelines

05.09.2025 30

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: City falls apart as council watches from the sidelines

05.09.2025 40

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: All we're asking for is the facts on vaccines and Air Canada

22.08.2025 40

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Brookman: Alberta Next panel needs to focus on right questions

25.07.2025 40

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: Alberta Next panel needs to focus on right questions

25.07.2025 40

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Safety is a priority in city, but police are lacking resources

Compassion and understanding is what we all believe in, but too few are ruining our streets for too many

11.07.2025 40

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Brookman: Global events show the best of Calgary, but also highlight our problems

There is a point when we need to say 'enough'

27.06.2025 30

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Brookman: Put your best foot forward Calgary, as we welcome the world

We are calling on all Calgarians to open your hearts and minds to all of the people who are going to see the city, many for the very first time

13.06.2025 30

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: City's communication lacking in reciprocity

As long as city council has 'communicated' its intentions to the district there's a belief it has been transparent

30.05.2025 30

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Photo radar is useful when not used as a 'cash cow'

Despite efforts to control speeding and dangerous driving, accidents and deaths increase. This requires action on the part of the City of Calgary

16.05.2025 40

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: Slogans might get your attention, but solid ideas win elections

02.05.2025 30

Edmonton Sun

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Brookman: Slogans might get your attention, but solid ideas win elections

Political ideology must be set aside to set a direction that benefits all Canadians

02.05.2025 20

Calgary Herald

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Brookman: The Stampede and Spruce Meadows exemplify what Calgary is all about

19.04.2025 30

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