Host Allison Rosland and IDEA Executive Director Sean Sedgwick sit down with Edmonton's mayor Andrew Knack for a discussion about his vision for the city, what inspires him and his perspectives on infill.

Biography:

Andrew Knack was elected in October 2025 as the 37th Mayor of Edmonton. 

Born in Edmonton and raised west of the city in Spruce Grove, Andrew returned to Edmonton to attend the University of Alberta, where he obtained a Bachelor of Commerce in 2002. Inspired by local advocacy through his roles on the Meadowlark and Jasper Park Community League boards, Knack ran for Councillor for Ward Nakota Isga (formerly Ward 1) and was elected in 2013. He served three terms as a Councillor and is best known for his work to secure improved transit and amenities for west end neighbourhoods. Knack has also served on the Alberta Municipalities Executive Committee and as Council’s representative on the Accessibility Advisory Committee, the City of Edmonton Youth Council, the Edmonton Transit System Advisory Board, and the Edmonton Public Library Board.

In this term, Mayor Knack’s focus is on affordability, safety, economic development, and strengthening the support needed to build a stronger Edmonton together.