Calgary mayor says Alberta interfering in Edmonton housing sets disturbing precedent

Calgary's mayor has criticized the province's decision to overturn some Edmonton housing rules, saying it sets a disturbing precedent for local democracy. First-year subscription fee is $205 plus GST, with automatic renewal at $233 plus GST every 52 weeks. Calgary's mayor, Jeromy Farkas, believes the province's order is not imposing its will on the city, but acknowledges the importance of municipal leaders' authority to make decisions best for their citizens.

Premier Danielle Smith directed Edmonton to abandon multi-unit housing rules, which Calgary had previously rolled back due to public outcry. Farkas noted that while the province doesn't want to intervene in municipal affairs, the impact of multi-unit housing and concerns from Edmonton residents compelled them to step in.