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Strathcona County Works Best When Residents Get Involved
During the last municipal election, I spent months listening to residents across the ward. At doorsteps, in coffee shops, and at community events, one theme kept coming up: people care deeply about this community. What surprised me was not the level of concern. It was how many people said, “I did not know I could actually influence what council does.” You can. And at the municipal level, your voice carries more weight than anywhere else in government. Over the course of the c
Tracey Giroux
Feb 23


Why Your Strathcona Taxes Went Up and What We Can Do
Picture this: You’re out for a walk or bike ride on familiar Strathcona County paths and trails, noticing spots that need more upkeep than before. Or maybe your kids’ rec programs feel a bit smaller, with fewer spots for summer camps or community events. These aren’t just small frustrations—they’re signs your local government is stretched thin, trying to keep up with a growing community on shrinking provincial support. As someone who’s served 17 years advancing community need
Tracey Giroux
Jan 6


Why Vote?
Our path forward starts with you. In 2021, only 4,402 people in Ward 2 cast their vote for councillor, which means thousands of voices went unheard. Don’t let yours be one of them. Your vote matters. It is your voice for leadership that listens and for a councillor who will stand up for affordability, safety, and community right here in Ward 2. I am ready to keep working for you to make life more affordable, keep our neighbourhoods safe, and strengthen the sense of community
Tracey Giroux
Oct 15, 2025


MAKE YOUR VOTE PLAN TODAY!
Election Day is coming up fast, and your voice matters more than ever. I’m asking you to make your plan to vote early and be part of...
Tracey Giroux
Oct 5, 2025


A Story written by Craig Whitton from Authentik Consulting & Training
Sunday Story: Leadership in Action Welcome back to Sunday Story. We’re going to be using Sunday Story to highlight leaders we know and...
Tracey Giroux
Sep 9, 2025


Ward 2 Families Cannot Afford a 6.63% Tax Hike-We need Fiscal Discipline Now
Families in Ward 2 are feeling the pressures of higher grocery bills, rising housing costs, and climbing interest rates. Now, they are...
Tracey Giroux
Sep 8, 2025


Affordable Housing: Building Stability and Community in Ward 2
Housing affordability is top of mind for many people I meet in Ward 2. Families are feeling stretched thin, seniors worried about whether...
Tracey Giroux
Aug 27, 2025


Supporting Our Seniors, Strengthening Our Community
As we think about the future of Ward 2, it’s essential that our seniors, who have contributed so much to our community, are supported,...
Tracey Giroux
Aug 21, 2025


Strathcona County Deserves a Full-Service Hospital — And the Time to Act Is Now
More than a decade ago Strathcona Community Hospital opened its doors, offering 24/7 urgent care and bringing essential medical services...
Tracey Giroux
Aug 6, 2025


Why I’m Running for Council in Ward 2: A Message from Tracey Giroux
When I decided to run for Council in Ward 2, Strathcona County, it wasn’t a choice I made lightly. This decision grew out of years spent...
Tracey Giroux
Jul 24, 2025
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