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Province seeks input on bikes lanes, cyclists push back
The provincial government launched a portal to submit concerns about bike lanes in municipalities on July 15, a day before Transportation Minister Devin Dreeshen met with concerned residents about a proposed bike lane in Capilano.
Readers share what this year's Canada Day means to them
On the occasion of Canada's 159th birthday, we invited Taproot readers to tell us how they're thinking about Canada Day in this very strange year.
O Canada? Patriotism in the time of Alberta separatism
Most Albertans are still on the same page when it comes to Canada Day, despite growing talk of separatism, says a researcher who explores the province's sense of identity.
A moment in history: Feb. 13, 1905
On this day in 1905, Edmonton was announced as the future capital of the new province of Alberta.
As strike looms, union says provincial policies have worn teachers down
Policy changes over the past six years have added to the workload that is pushing teachers to the brink of a strike, says the leader of the union representing them.
Martin Kerr is reworking American hits to change American minds
Singer-songwriter Martin Kerr's new album, Overdue for a Revolution, aims his protest folk at the growing number of Americans who are tired of the status quo and want to commune with people who feel the same.
A moment in history: June 20, 1941
On this day in 1941, photos were published from a garden party fundraiser at the home of Maj.-Gen. William Griesbach.
Why one musician has joined many others who aren't touring the U.S.
Independent recording artist Cassia Hardy is part of a growing number of performers who are reconsidering booking gigs in the United States, and even trying to build American audiences.
Sohi to run for federal Liberals, says Canada needs 'serious' leadership to face Trump
Edmonton Mayor Amarjeet Sohi has confirmed he will run for the Liberal Party of Canada in Edmonton Southeast in the upcoming federal election.