On the agenda: Snow, climate, heritage
This week, councillors will review new climate action priorities, a proposed update to the snow-and-ice-control policy, and a new heritage places strategy.
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Your turn: Edmonton Chamber gathers business sentiment
This week's roundup of calls for public engagement includes a survey asking how employees, business owners, and organizational leaders feel about their businesses today and how that might change in the next year.
A moment in history: Aug. 28, 1957
Edmonton has a long history of beloved theatres, both of the cinema and playhouse variety. But the Roxy is one landmark that belongs to both camps. When it opened its doors in 1938, it was as a movie theatre.
Knack's faith in Edmonton Global remains, despite departures
Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack continues to believe in a regional approach to economic development, even though five municipalities have left Edmonton Global and three more are on their way.
After a Fringe-ful August, it's time to gear up for the 2026-2027 theatre season, with Canadian and Edmonton productions at centre stage and new artistic directors taking the reins at two theatres in town.
Farmstand Tour invites visitors to 'market on wheels'
As harvest season begins, Experience Alberta is inviting visitors to Strathcona County on Sept. 6 for a Farmstand Tour.
Health Innovation Lab ready for applicants
The Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute has launched the Health Innovation Lab, a three-year, $10-million initiative with the Government of Alberta.
Dance floors head outdoors before the snow roars
The final patio parties of the summer are coming up, with options north and south of the river on Sept. 6.
Artist questions CKUA's stance on AI and music
An Edmonton-based experimental artist who uses AI in his creative process is disappointed that his music is no longer welcome on CKUA's airwaves.
ELIXR playtests augmented reality at Chinatown mural
A not-for-profit whose goal is to make Canada a global powerhouse in extended reality wants you to interact with a striking mural in Edmonton's historic south Chinatown.
On the agenda: Bike lanes, climate resilience, Low Level Bridge
This week, councillors are set to discuss a pause on future bike lanes that take away parking or travel lanes, amendments to the city's climate resilience policy, and early designs for the Low Level Bridge replacement.
A moment in history: Aug. 21, 1926
On this day in 1926, one of Edmonton's newest funeral homes was advertising its services.
Five Edmonton-area projects share in emissions-reduction funding
If the five Edmonton-based projects to share in $15.7 million from Emissions Reduction Alberta succeed, they are expected to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by the equivalent of 4,700 tonnes of carbon dioxide by 2030, generate 504 person-years of employment, and contribute $81 million to Alberta's GDP
Construction industry calls for fair risk allocation in extreme weather
Representatives of the construction sector say they need to be involved in how extreme weather risks are addressed in project planning, procurement, and contract delivery.
Mavericks mark 20 years of hip hop from Edmonton
This week, we're highlighting an event pick by Taproot reporter Colin Gallant. Colin recommends Music for Mavericks Presents... E-LYMPIA... 20 Years of Music, Art & Culture.
Everything's coming up Rosies for Edmonton filmmakers
All kinds of Edmonton film talent are nominated for Rosie Awards, to be bestowed by the Alberta Media Production Industries Association at a province-wide celebration of excellence on Nov. 7 in Calgary.