Quadball invites trans and queer women to play
A sports organization that celebrates inclusivity at a time when exclusion of some amateur athletes is on the rise is inviting transgender and queer women and girls to try quadball.
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On the agenda: Zoning bylaw, Happy Beer Street, tax forgiveness
This week, councillors are scheduled to discuss proposed changes to the zoning bylaw, an entertainment district on Happy Beer Street, and whether they should forgive taxes for a handful of non-profits.
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Your turn: Nuclear energy, county satisfaction, Fort Sask policing
The provincial government's public engagement sessions on nuclear energy will make their way to Edmonton on Feb. 17. Plus, opportunities for public engagement in Leduc, Strathcona County, Leduc County, and Fort Saskatchewan.
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Quadball invites trans and queer women to play
A sports organization that celebrates inclusivity at a time when exclusion of some amateur athletes is on the rise is inviting transgender and queer women and girls to try quadball.
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Headlines: Feb. 10, 2026
Urban planning committee hears from speakers on Edmonton infill regulations; staff and students speak out against U of A proposal to remove EDI from hiring policy; Alberta government invests in Edmonton sports and recreation projects
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Happenings: Feb. 10, 2026
Here are some events happening today in the Edmonton area.
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The Taproot Mini - No. 145
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Roundups
Weekly newsletters that go deeper on topics of interest.
Food Roundup: February 10, 2026
With news from the Sweet Treats & Latte Festival, Mayte, The Whiskey Barn, Better Venu, Candy Craze, Coliseum Steak & Pizza, HOM Street Food, and more
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Tech Roundup: February 10, 2026
With news from the Black Business Ventures Association, samdesk, Wyvern, Amii, Alberta Innovates, Everyday Payments, ReYu, Rohit Group, and more.
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Business Roundup: February 06, 2026
With news from Edmonton Global, Edmonton Chamber, the YMCA, Dow, Invest Alberta, EPIC, Odd Bunch, Clearflow Group, and more.
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Events Roundup: February 05, 2026
Featuring an event pick from Taproot co-founder Mack Male and a listing of health innovation events that you can add to your calendar.
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Arts Roundup: February 05, 2026
With news about Lunar New Year, Paramount Theatre, Secondhand Dreamcar, UltraViolet Ensemble, Citadel Theatre, Conor Kerr, Carissa Halton, and more.
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Regional Roundup: February 04, 2026
With news from Dow, ALCO Energy Solutions, Diesel Tech Industries, API, Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, Parkland County, and more.
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Health Innovation Roundup: February 04, 2026
With news from the University Hospital Foundation, Sarcomere Dynamics, Sinoveda, API, Fedora Pharmaceuticals, PainWorth, Action Lab, and more.
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Podcasts
Taproot publishes regular podcasts on local topics.
A destination parking lot
We look at a proposal for that beloved downtown pit, also known as the former BMO site. Plus, provincial workers are back in office full-time, and they might soon have a new bike lane to get there!
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69 - Hilary McDowall and the Kicking Horse News
This episode: a story about Hilary McDowall - a journalist based in Lake Louise in the 1960s and 70s. We talk about World War II spies, skiing, failed Olympic bids, and how difficult it can be to be a reporter in a small town without being engulfed in conflicts of interests.
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What else is re-new?
Edmonton city council examined the 10-year financial outlook for the city this week. Spoiler alert: we have no money! Plus, we look at changes to the way council approves new suburbs.
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Blog Posts
Updates on what Taproot Edmonton has been up to recently.
How Taproot Edmonton made an impact in 2025
We embarked on 2025 with a clear mission: to inform, connect, and empower our community with reliable intelligence. It was a year that tested our capacity and proved our value, as we navigated challenging economic times, covered a pivotal municipal e...
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The Taproot Edmonton Calendar gets a major update
In November we launched a major update to the calendar that incorporates feedback from users, improves the user experience, and provides a stronger foundation for future enhancements.
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That’s a wrap on Taproot’s 2025 election project
Over the past year, the entire Taproot team has worked diligently to provide Edmonton voters with reliable intelligence about the candidates running for office in the 2025 municipal election.
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