Zoning overhaul starts to deliver on promise of mixed-use neighbourhoods
A bakery and baking school in Bonnie Doon could be one of the first commercial establishments to open within a mature residential neighbourhood under Edmonton's renewed zoning bylaw, more than two years after the overhaul made such developments easier.
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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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On the agenda: Century Park development, election, engagement
This week, councillors are set to discuss transit-oriented development in Century Park, an audit of the 2025 municipal election, and community engagement during the neighbourhood renewal process.
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Zoning overhaul starts to deliver on promise of mixed-use neighbourhoods
A bakery and baking school in Bonnie Doon could be one of the first commercial establishments to open within a mature residential neighbourhood under Edmonton's renewed zoning bylaw, more than two years after the overhaul made such developments easier.
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Headlines: Feb. 4, 2026
Hyundai Rotem awarded contract to provide 32 LRVs to Edmonton; city council approves zoning changes permitting on-street parking at Century Park retail development; Edmonton's 2026 Black History Month Initiative Fund recipients revealed
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Happenings: Feb. 4, 2026
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Regional Roundup: February 04, 2026
With news from Dow, ALCO Energy Solutions, Diesel Tech Industries, API, Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, Parkland County, and more.
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Health Innovation Roundup: February 04, 2026
With news from the University Hospital Foundation, Sarcomere Dynamics, Sinoveda, API, Fedora Pharmaceuticals, PainWorth, Action Lab, and more.
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Food Roundup: February 03, 2026
With news from LaRonde, COSW, Station Park, Twist & Taste, King of Tarts, Blind Enthusiasm, Fennec Kitchen and Bar, Catch of the Week, and more.
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Tech Roundup: February 03, 2026
With news from RWI Synthetics, Technology Alberta, PainWorth, pipikwan pêhtâkwan, Clearflow Group, Startup TNT, and more.
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Business Roundup: January 30, 2026
With news about the Chamber of Commerce, Edmonton Unlimited, Diesel Tech Industries, King of Tarts, Paris Jewellers, NorQuest College, and more.
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Events Roundup: January 30, 2026
Featuring an event pick from Taproot curator/reporter Stephanie Swensrude and a listing of food events that you can add to your calendar.
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Arts Roundup: January 29, 2026
With news about the JUNOs, New Music Edmonton, UltraViolet, Marissa K, Jimi, the AGA, Shadow Theatre, the Citadel, Arts Habitat, and more.
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69 - Hilary McDowall and the Kicking Horse News
This episode: a story about Hilary McDowall - a journalist based in Lake Louise in the 1960s and 70s. We talk about World War II spies, skiing, failed Olympic bids, and how difficult it can be to be a reporter in a small town without being engulfed in conflicts of interests.
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What else is re-new?
Edmonton city council examined the 10-year financial outlook for the city this week. Spoiler alert: we have no money! Plus, we look at changes to the way council approves new suburbs.
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Live Show March 3: About the Whale Society of Edmonton
Yes, Edmonton really used to have a save-the-whales club. No, they weren't based at West Edmonton Mall. But they did make a big splash.
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Blog Posts
Updates on what Taproot Edmonton has been up to recently.
How Taproot Edmonton made an impact in 2025
We embarked on 2025 with a clear mission: to inform, connect, and empower our community with reliable intelligence. It was a year that tested our capacity and proved our value, as we navigated challenging economic times, covered a pivotal municipal e...
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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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