Calgary ridings lead Edmonton's in NDP membership sales

The Alberta NDP is gaining ground in Calgary, if the party's membership sales are any indication. According to data released at the deadline to run for leadership of the party, there are now 85,144 registered members in Alberta. "Voters from all walks of life and all regions of the province joined the Alberta NDP because they are excited to support our party in forming the next government," said chief returning officer of the Alberta NDP leadership race Amanda Freistadt.Sign up for breaking news