Colin is a reporter for Taproot Edmonton. They studied journalism at Mount Royal University and has been an editor for publications including Avenue Calgary, BeatRoute Magazine and The Calgary Journal.
Colin is also the co-founder of a QTBIPOC advocacy group called Pink Flamingo. Each year, they write and/or edit more than 200 band bios for Sled Island Music & Arts Festival. They have two dogs and love riding their bicycle.
Recent work by Colin
Georgian restaurant finds success within fried chicken joint
The owners of Twist & Taste have moved their business from a sandwich counter outside of Edmonton's city limits into the heart of Old Strathcona, citing high demand for their Eastern European food.
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King of Tarts finds 'redemption' at old Sugared & Spiced location
A popular vegan baker is back in action after hanging up his apron last year.
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New program pairs Edmonton startups with businesses that build
Edmonton Unlimited is looking to be the matchmaker connecting tech startups with businesses that want to innovate.
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Drilling diagnostics startup gets Chevron's help to tap investment
An Edmonton company that helps drillers get deep insights — literally — is getting investment-ready by participating in the Chevron Technology Ventures Catalyst Program.
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Low and slow: Okie Dokie charts course for meaty success
The man behind a new handmade sausage shop has ambitions to turn it into a destination for barbecue in Edmonton, but for now he's making sure he doesn't bite off more than he can chew.
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Alberta Food Processors Association pivots to app after funding cut
The Alberta Food Processors Association is leveraging artificial intelligence to help shoppers keep their dollars local with the Made in Alberta app.
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Winterruption brings new events and old faves to multidisciplinary festival
Winterruption is trying new events and bringing in some familiar faces for its sixth annual festival of music, comedy, drag, and more.
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Updates: What happened next in business and tech
Here's what happened next and what to expect on some of the business and tech stories Taproot brought you
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Updates: What happened next in the region
Here's what happened next and what to expect on some of the regional stories Taproot brought you.
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