Three names leading the speculation so far - Ganley, Hoffman, Pancholi. Probably safe to put Phillips in the contender category as well, we'll see if she launches a campaign, rumour is she's not interested.
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Edmonton MLA David Shepherd is said to be preparing his candidacy, building on the image he burnished as health critic during the pandemic, and new MLAs Jodi Calahoo Stonehouse and Samir Kayande may also kick tires and scrounge together deposit money. (Former environment minister Shannon Phillips, perennially whispered as a contender, is said to not be interested.)
As for outsiders, Alberta Federation of Labour's longtime head Gil McGowan's name bounces around the rumour mill, while former Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi endorsed the NDP last election and
perennially attracts speculation — though he also tends to detest partisan politics.
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