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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.
Your turn: Multi-modal trips, Fort Sask's Larkspur, Beaumont boards
This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a paid research project about multi-modal transportation, an open house about a new neighbourhood in Fort Saskatchewan, and an invitation to join advisory boards in Beaumont.
In this edition: ELIXR playtests augmented reality at Chinatown mural; utility committee requests report on accelerating Stormwater Integrated Resource Plan; plus more headlines, happenings, and the daily crossword
With news from Operation Fruit Rescue Edmonton, Valleyview IGA, Fargos, Aliya's Foods, Ramneek Singh, The Ark Cafe, NAIT, Roasti Coffee, and more.
With news from Edmonton Unlimited, data centre proponents and critics, the ASTech Awards by Technology by Alberta, Nanostics, U of A, Amii, and more.
Everyone is mad for different reasons
City administration is bowing down to provincial bike lane legislation that doesn't even exist yet. Plus, council requested more information on how infill impacts surrounding property values, and we discuss the proposed LRT station fare gate pilot.
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'Beyond Barriers' report explores challenges of 2SLGBTQ+ founders
Queer and trans people in Edmonton often choose entrepreneurship out of necessity, and support that takes their identities into account is needed, says a new report from the Alberta 2SLGBTQI+ Chamber of Commerce.
Edmonton Global's refresh aims to lift 'veil of unhappiness'
Armed with a new strategic plan and knowledge gleaned from many conversations, the head of the agency responsible for attracting foreign investment to the Edmonton metro region says she is focused on the individual needs of member municipalities.
Carbon-capture project on hold at Edmonton cement plant
Diminished interest in incentivizing reductions in carbon dioxide emissions has delayed an Edmonton project once touted to be the world's first cement plant with full-scale carbon capture and storage.
On the agenda: Gorman, Garneau, Girard
This week, Edmonton city council will discuss rezoning applications in the new neighbourhood of Gorman and the old neighbourhood of Garneau, as well as in the Girard Industrial area for a wellness facility.
Wake up, babe, it's time to preserve the harvest
Operation Fruit Rescue Edmonton is taking the end of summer as a chance to educate Edmontonians on food preservation.
Deep tech gets focus at Edmonton Startup Week
Edmonton Unlimited is offering preparation for selected deep-tech founders ahead of curated one-to-one meetings with national and local investors during Edmonton Startup Week on Oct. 8.
City to analyze how infill impacts property values
Edmonton's city council has requested information on how infill development affects the property values of surrounding homes in the small-scale residential zone.
Elks go country at match against Winnipeg
This week, we're highlighting an event pick by Taproot student reporter Darcy Hoogers. Darcy recommends the Edmonton Elks Football game where the Elks will take on the Winnipeg Blue Bombers for a country-themed night at Commonwealth Stadium.
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With news from Operation Fruit Rescue Edmonton, Valleyview IGA, Fargos, Aliya's Foods, Ramneek Singh, The Ark Cafe, NAIT, Roasti Coffee, and more.
With news from Edmonton Unlimited, data centre proponents and critics, the ASTech Awards by Technology by Alberta, Nanostics, U of A, Amii, and more.
Business Roundup: Aug. 21, 2026
With news from Edmonton's city council, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, Heidelberg Materials, Stantec, the Alberta Avenue BIA, Go Auto, ATB, and more.
Featuring an event pick from Taproot student reporter Darcy Hoogers and a listing of live music events that you can add to your calendar.
With news from Edmonton International Film Festival and Cody Lightning, ESO, Carmen Miller, Alberta Craft Council, Fringe, TWOSE, and more.
Regional Roundup: Aug. 19, 2026
With news from the Confederacy of Treaty No. 6 First Nations, Edmonton Global, Heidelberg Materials, Strathcona County, Stony Plain, and more.
Health Innovation Roundup: Aug. 19, 2026
With news from Innovotech, U of A, Proholistic Discovery, Pulmvita, RNARevive, Nanostics, Stollery Children's Hospital, Boyle Street, and more.
We speak with Edmonton Global CEO Daryn Edgar and Spruce Grove Mayor Jeff Acker about Edmonton Global's new strategic plan and how shareholders are feeling about the organization these days. Plus, we bring you an update on Gibbons, the best little town in the northeast.
We're joined by an archeology expert and an advocate with experience in Indigenous relations for a deep dive on Indigenous engagement in Rossdale, and across the river valley.
We're joined by Ward Nakota Isga Coun. Reed Clarke for a conversation about the upcoming four-year budget. We talk about the struggle to keep businesses in Edmonton, the need for better bylaw enforcement, and how infill has impacted the tax situation.
We're joined by Ward Dene Coun. Aaron Paquette for a conversation about the upcoming four-year budget. We talk about the state of Edmonton's finances, our city's relationship with neighbours and the province, and what success looks like for the 2027-2030 budget.
Taproot wins award for excellence in journalism
We have wonderful news to share: Taproot has received the Dr. Eric Jackman Award for Excellence in Journalism for our 2025 election project.
Taproot at 10: Celebrating the beginning
Ten years ago this week, we took our first step toward finding out whether Taproot was worth building.
Accessibility and design improvements across Taproot
Delivering reliable intelligence to our community means thinking about how to serve the entire community. With the help of our readers, we identified accessibility and design as key areas for improvement.