It's a tale of two cities in Alberta: Calgary spends a BILLION dollars more than Edmonton every year, while the capital city struggles with its bottom line. That translates into fewer services and higher property taxes. One Edmonton councillor says he's got the formula to fix the discrepancy. 

14:30 | Aaron Paquette lays out his plan to save Edmonton. 

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1:03:30 | Would Albertans ACTUALLY have more money in their pockets if the province separated from Canada? Marshall McAlister, CFA from North Road Investment Counsel shares his informed perspective. 

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