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business technology

Companies pitch defence applications as government funding swells

With $1.2 million from the Alberta government joining the growing pot of funding for defence, companies are finding ways to tailor their existing work for that industry.

May 5, 2026

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arts awards

Arts awards celebrate Edmonton's creative best

An artist who created a monumental garden rooted in memories; a filmmaker who told the story of a barrier-breaking hockey player; a writer who took a playful look at stock photography; and a musician whose record explores ambition, love, nostalgia, and growth — those are the winners of this year's Edmonton Arts Prizes.

May 4, 2026

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city council zoning

On the agenda: Rezonings galore and an intergovernmental update

This week, council will debate rezoning applications for a six-storey building in the northwest, a mixed-use development in Parkview, and a 25-storey tower in Windsor Park, as well as hearing updates about relationships with other levels of government.

May 4, 2026

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city council region

Your turn: Yellowhead, parkland, and strategic plans

This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a survey about removing an intersection on Yellowhead Trail, comments on Fort Saskatchewan's draft parkland bylaw, and a handful of strategic plans in the region.

May 1, 2026

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history business

A moment in history: May 1, 1953

On this day in 1953, the city was drawing up plans to regulate gas stations, in hopes of cutting down on traffic issues.

May 1, 2026

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arts

East-side artists bring galleries to the streets

A collective of artists is reimagining the role of an art gallery as a way to build connections between neighbours.

April 30, 2026

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city council transit

Garage capacity key to expanding transit service, advocate says

Transit advocates are urging Edmonton city council to consider the long-term effects of shrinking the southeast transit garage to stay within budget.

April 29, 2026

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food business

Fundraising dinners build 'complete community food chain'

Little Wolf's monthly dinners in support of Edmonton's Food Bank are more than just a fundraiser — they're a way to engage the entire community.

April 28, 2026

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city council infrastructure

On the agenda: Lewis Farms, Army & Navy, advisory boards

This week, Edmonton city council is set to finalize a budget increase for a recreation centre in the west end, review a rezoning application for the Army & Navy building, and vote on the future of seven advisory boards.

April 27, 2026

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