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Alberta Ecotrust sees role for AI to advance climate solutions
Though the use of artificial intelligence has come under fire for its impact on the environment, the technology has a role to play in addressing environmental challenges, says the vice-president of the Alberta Ecotrust Foundation.
Throws of passion: Love takes wrestlers outside the ring
The founder of Love Pro Wrestling is bringing his carnivalesque promotion to an unusual place — the Art Gallery of Alberta — as part of his mission to attract new audiences to the spectacle.
On the agenda: Municipal autonomy, public hearing
This week, council will discuss ways to enhance municipal autonomy and consider some rezoning applications.
A moment in history: Oct. 23, 1920
On this day in 1920, Edmontonians were preparing to vote on whether to ban alcohol imports.
In this edition: Alberta Ecotrust sees role for AI to advance climate solutions; Edmonton councillors pass motion to seek national task force on municipal autonomy; and more headlines and happenings
Regional Roundup: Oct. 28, 2026
With news about the Regional Supply Chain Forum, data centres, Port Alberta, YEG, Sarcomere Dynamics, Energy City Metro Ballpark, and more.
Health Innovation Roundup: Oct. 28, 2026
With news from NAT, U of A, Health Cities, API, Amii, PrairiesCan, IslamicFamily, Homeward Trust, Valour Place, Glenrose, Covenant Health, and more.
The LRT giveth and the LRT taketh away
Adam Dyck, the comedian behind the viral LRT Takes videos, joins us to discuss how he brings fun and thoughtful critique to Edmonton. Plus, we have an update on the Army and Navy building: it's actually happening!
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Your turn: Parking on residential streets
This week's roundup of calls for public engagement includes feedback opportunities on Edmonton's residential parking program as well as surveys about a future neighbourhood in Leduc County and parks in Spruce Grove.
City pledges deeper coordination with BIAs ahead of budget
City councillors have directed administration to work with Business Improvement Areas to address maintenance, cleaning, and a strategic realignment.
Edmonton releases infill designs amid zoning edict confusion
The City of Edmonton has released seven designs it commissioned from architects across Western Canada that it says are meant to fast-track applications for missing-middle housing while encouraging good design.
Scream organizer fights for your right to party
Boodang's massively successful Scream dance-music event is sold out for 2026, marking another milestone for a one-time introvert whose love of music brought him from chat rooms to the big tent.
Four municipalities convene supply-chain players
Strathcona County, Sturgeon County, the City of Fort Saskatchewan, and Lamont County will host the Regional Supply Chain Forum on Nov. 3, aiming to help local businesses access new supply chain and procurement opportunities.
Health-related hackathons seek diverse participants
November will feature at least two hackathons that tackle complex health challenges with tech and multidisciplinary expertise.
Halloween eats that go beyond sweets
Perhaps you are too old for trick-or-treating, but that doesn't mean you can't have something tasty this Halloween season.
PrairiesCan opens intake for expanded AI initiative
Applications are open for the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative, which recently received a $500-million boost from the federal government.
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Regional Roundup: Oct. 28, 2026
With news about the Regional Supply Chain Forum, data centres, Port Alberta, YEG, Sarcomere Dynamics, Energy City Metro Ballpark, and more.
Health Innovation Roundup: Oct. 28, 2026
With news from NAT, U of A, Health Cities, API, Amii, PrairiesCan, IslamicFamily, Homeward Trust, Valour Place, Glenrose, Covenant Health, and more.
With news from Frank's Community Pub, Fairmont Hotel Macdonald, Hazeldean Bakery, Ben's Meats and Deli, Chartier, Edmonton's Food Bank, and more.
With news from PrairiesCan, Zero Point Cryogenics, Alberta Innovates, BioWare, SCALEDai, Amii, API, New Harvest, Boreal Technology Hub, and more.
Business Roundup: Oct. 23, 2026
With news about the nighttime economy, BioWare, the Regional Artificial Intelligence Initiative, BIAs, YEG, Boodang, infill, vrCAVE, and more.
Taproot's Debbi Serafinchon recommends a workshop of natural lawns, plus a list of fascinating How to Festival events.
With news from BioWare, Irv Kipnes, Boodang, Canadian Folk Music Awards, Latitude 53, Northern Light Theatre, Second Shelf Books, vrCAVE, and more.
A sovereign Edmonton within a united Alberta
We look at reaction to the Alberta government's directive to roll Edmonton's zoning bylaw back to its pre-2024 rules. Plus, advance voting is open for the referendum, and we examine the impact of agencies, boards and commissions in 2025.
The provincial government is forcing Edmonton to amend its zoning bylaw and restore minimum on-site parking requirements to appease infill critics. Plus, a study found that apartment and condo dwellers are only sorting a third of their waste correctly.
Please present your boarding pass
The new owners of Edmonton City Centre proposed strict security measures at each entrance of the downtown mall, and councillors endorsed changing the definition of public space. Plus, an American company has a vision to turn an industrial park in northeast Edmonton into one of the largest data centre campuses in North America.
Stephanie is back! We chat about some of the big and small municipal news you might have missed in the past month. Plus, we hear all about Stephanie's travels and her fresh reflections on cities and how Edmonton stacks up.
Taproot at 10: Still building after Launch Party 7
On Oct. 20, 2016, Karen and I spent an evening explaining Taproot Edmonton to curious people at Startup Edmonton's Launch Party 7. Ten years later, we look back on that night as a key milestone in our journey.
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.