What to do and where to spend this holiday season
The Taproot team is taking a break from daily publishing starting on Dec. 22. But before we go, we want to leave you with a list of fun things to do over the holidays and some words on the value of shopping local.
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Regional collaboration still desired, despite Edmonton Global exodus: Knack
Although several municipalities have left Edmonton Global, mayors in the metro region remain dedicated to regional economic development rather than going their own way, says Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.
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A moment in history: Dec. 19, 1986
On this day in 1986, a land sale was the first step to building one of Edmonton's tallest downtown towers.
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Regional collaboration still desired, despite Edmonton Global exodus: Knack
Although several municipalities have left Edmonton Global, mayors in the metro region remain dedicated to regional economic development rather than going their own way, says Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.
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Headlines: Dec. 19, 2025
Edmonton police updated gift policy after former chief accepted Oilers tickets; 2 downtown parks reopen after renewal work; expect adjustments to municipal services during holiday season
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What to do and where to spend this holiday season
The Taproot team is taking a break from daily publishing starting on Dec. 22. But before we go, we want to leave you with a list of fun things to do over the holidays and some words on the value of shopping local.
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A moment in history: Dec. 19, 1986
On this day in 1986, a land sale was the first step to building one of Edmonton's tallest downtown towers.
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Happenings: Dec. 19-21, 2025
Here are some events happening this weekend in the Edmonton area.
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Roundups
Weekly newsletters that go deeper on topics of interest.
Business Roundup: December 19, 2025
With news from the City of Edmonton's first city-wide business census, Edmonton Global, Explore Edmonton, CKUA, Incite, Civida, Yaletown, and more
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Events Roundup: December 18, 2025
Featuring an event pick from Taproot co-founder Mack Male and a listing of stage shows that you can add to your calendar.
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Regional Roundup: December 17, 2025
With news from Sturgeon County, Gibbons, Morinville, Spruce Grove, St. Albert, Leduc County, and more.
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Arts Roundup: December 18, 2025
With news about CKUA, Kaz Mega, the AGA, Grindstone Theatre, Shumka, EPL, Audreys, Arcanaut Studios, and more.
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Health Innovation Roundup: December 17, 2025
With news from Boyle Street Community Services, the University of Alberta, Banyan Strategies, Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation, BioAlberta, and more.
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Food Roundup: December 16, 2025
With news from Meuwly's, Druid Irish Pub, Hathaway's Diner, Awn Kitchen, Paper Birch by Chartrand, I'm Still Hungry, Hatch'd, Siwin Foods, and more
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Tech Roundup: December 16, 2025
With news from Grengine, Recon Intelligence, Beacon AI Centers, Amii, Ethically Aligned AI, Alberta Innovates, Arcanaut Studios, and more
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Podcasts
Taproot publishes regular podcasts on local topics.
Ending the year on a tight vote
We spoke to Mayor Andrew Knack about our growing city, and our shrinking regional economic development organization. Plus, council held a public hearing, reviewed proposed changes to provincial electoral boundaries, and we look ahead to 2026.
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Tapping onto transit and into trees
You can now tap your credit card, debit card, or digital wallet to ride transit. Additionally, we'll discuss updates to the capital and operating budgets, and progress towards the city's tree-planting goal.
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Snow more money
The tax increase for 2026 is set at 6.9%. We examine the 2026 budget deliberations and Edmonton's growth pressures, noting what council decided on, and why. Plus, the old Royal Alberta Museum is one step closer to being saved.
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Blog Posts
Updates on what Taproot Edmonton has been up to recently.
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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The Taproot Survey is helping voters and candidates ahead of Election Day
As we head into the final few days of the election, we want to share a few updates on our election project. If you're still trying to decide who to vote for, we recommend taking the Taproot Survey to see which candidates align best with your views.
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