Dear Readers,

COVID-19 is almost history, but we still have to be on guard, because nobody is immune, even if we are vaccinated. The lifting of most restrictions this summer has allowed Albertans to enjoy the nice weather again, meet with friends and relatives whom we hadn’t seen for two years, and travel freely. My wife Susan and I were able to spend the long Labour Day weekend in Canmore, and we were happy to be joined by our son, daughter and son-in-law. Canmore is a beautiful town in the Rocky Mountains near Banff National Park. With a view of the mountains, we were able to walk together on the town’s trails, eat in some nice restaurants, and have a drink together. We are so lucky here in Alberta to have the spectacular Canadian Rocky Mountains in our backyard, and it is good to get out of the city once in a while and enjoy the beautiful nature.

The “Indian Summer” with its many colors is my favourite season, and the best place in Edmonton to have a nice walk during that season is our beautiful River Valley with its many trails. Have a walk with your loved ones before the long Canadian winter starts. Enjoy the mild weather, fresh air, blue sky, and sunshine while they last.

Happy Autumn!
‍Arnim Joop 
Publisher & Editor
mwmosaic@telus.net