Opinion pitches😌

Opinion pitches😌

March 22, 2022

Have no fear, Opinion pitches are here!

Have no fear, opinion pitches are here!

Hi all!I hope you're all doing well as we finish up the semester! Remember to take time for you during the next few weeks! Here are this week's pitches! Just let me know which one you'd like and what your take on it will be. And, of course, if you have any pitches of your own, feel free to let me know!As always you can reach Emily or myself anytime at [email protected], [email protected] over Slack!xoxo, Katie

Burlap Sack: potholes

As the weather warms, the snow is slowly melting. With that, enormous potholes are being revealed across Edmonton. Potholes are a regular occurrence in Edmonton, but this year, they seem worse than they’ve ever been. Write about how horrible these potholes are, and the damage they could or have done to your car!

As inflation continues to rise, so do our food, rent, and gas prices. When paired with the hike in tuition costs, students are struggling to make ends meet. Write about how these costs are affecting you and your lifestyle in Edmonton, and what needs to change!

The federal government has allotted $5 billion for green energy projects but there has been some resistance in Alberta that nuclear and natural gas projects are ineligible. What does this bond framework mean for Alberta? Is it inclusive enough?

Canadian government to drop travel restrictionsIn light of many Canadian provinces dropping their COVID-19 mandates, the federal government has decided to end entry requirements. When implemented, travelers won’t have to test for COVID-19 before entering Canada. Is this a good idea, or could Canada end up with another lockdown?

Edmonton's disappearing green spaceResearchers at the University found that in a 20 year period Edmonton lost 15% of its vegetation. This has contributed to rising temperatures through an “urban heat island effect.” Write about Edmonton’s disappearing green space and try for an interview with one of these researchers!

Drug poisoning crisis in EdmontonCity councilor Michael Janz has inquired to have a report presented to council on ways drug poisoning could be addressed in Edmonton. He is looking at decriminalization of minor drug possession in Alberta as an option. What would in your opinion be an effective way to address this crisis?