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Transit fares to go up in Edmonton's proposed budget
Some Edmonton Transit Service fares would increase by 25% by 2030 if council approves the fee schedules laid out in administration's proposed 2027-2030 operating budget.
New book makes case for arthropods' beauty and importance
An Edmonton photographer wants to give insects and arachnids a better reputation through his new photography book, Tiny Titans: The Silent Keepers of Our Ecosystem.
Your turn: Low Level Bridge replacement
This week's roundup of calls for public engagement includes a survey about the planned replacement of the Low Level Bridge, as well as an "Ask Me Anything" session from Edmonton's mayor and a public hearing on amendments to Fort Saskatchewan's land use bylaw.
A moment in history: Nov. 6, 1979
On this day in 1979, Edmonton's CFL team was prepping for the Western Conference Finals, on the road to what would become a record-setting Grey Cup dynasty.
In this edition: Transit fares to go up in Edmonton's proposed budget; Edmonton's living wage $22.65, advocacy group finds; and more headlines and happenings
With news from Green Onion Cake Man, Miss Saigon, Sabor, Duchess Bake Shop, Poppy's, The Colombian, Delavoye Chocolate Maker, Fox Burger, and more.
With news from the ASTech Awards, the Startup Alberta Tech Awards, the Foresight 50 list, BioWare, Amii, Edmonton Unlimited, Stantec, and more.
Administration released its proposed operating, capital, and climate budgets for 2027–2030. We take a look at what's proposed, what's left out, and what it could mean for the next four years.
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Zoning just one ingredient in infill housing boom
Changes to Edmonton's zoning bylaw are just one factor that led to an infill housing boom in the city's mature neighbourhoods, says an urban planner and developer.
Coyote sightings increase in fall, but fear not, says researcher
A rise in the presence of coyotes in Edmonton doesn't inherently mean increased risk for humans, but fall is a time to watch out for a little teenage rebellion, an expert says.
A look at how Edmonton's budget stacks up so far
In a proposed budget that city manager Eddie Robar described as "not sexy," Edmontonians can expect renewal, operating funding for basic maintenance, and the completion of several large capital projects. But the wishes of some community groups are so far unfulfilled.
On the agenda: District energy, downtown parking, construction
This week, council will hear options for the future of the downtown district energy system, consider a rezoning for a parking lot in the core, and learn more about administration's proposed business-friendly construction policy.
Green onion cake icon leaving Alberta Avenue
Green Onion Cake Man, the latest culinary venture of restaurateur Siu To, has announced its lease is up at the end of April, leaving fewer than six months for customers to visit the establishment at 9132 118 Avenue NW.
ASTech Awards honour wide range of innovations
Aqtiva's technology to improve crop health and productivity earned it the Innovation of the Year award at the ASTech Awards, continuing a string of successes for the University of Alberta-born company.
Meta, Shell, ATCO among buyers looking for local vendors
Edmonton-area vendors got a chance to pitch their products at the Regional Supply Chain Forum hosted in Strathcona County.
Investors to choose a promising startup
This week, we're highlighting an event pick by Taproot reporter Colin Gallant. Colin recommends Startup TNT: Top 6 Finale Night.
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With news from Green Onion Cake Man, Miss Saigon, Sabor, Duchess Bake Shop, Poppy's, The Colombian, Delavoye Chocolate Maker, Fox Burger, and more.
With news from the ASTech Awards, the Startup Alberta Tech Awards, the Foresight 50 list, BioWare, Amii, Edmonton Unlimited, Stantec, and more.
Business Roundup: Nov. 6, 2026
With news from the Industrial Heartland, Edmonton Chamber of Commerce, Aurora Cannabis, NiaHealth, Lifting Solutions, BILD Edmonton Metro, and more.
Taproot's Colin Gallant suggests the Startup TNT investment summit finale, plus there are many times and places to observe Remembrance Day.
With news from CJSR, Sechile Sedare, Scream, Farmfair, Pheremone Killz, Workshop West, Jessica Johns, BioWare, St. Albert Public Library, and more.
Regional Roundup: Nov. 4, 2026
With news about electoral boundaries, Anthropic, Porter Airlines, Villeneuve Airport, St. Albert's budget for arts, Alberta Blue Cross, and more.
Health Innovation Roundup: Nov. 4, 2026
With news from Edify, MagnetaMR, API, Rehabilitation Robotics Laboratory, Creatives Empowered, Alberta Blue Cross, Field Law, disabilityABD, and more.
Edmonton city council learned that the province's order to roll back infill rules won't be simple to carry out. Plus, Alberta's referendum results are in, and council is seeking more municipal autonomy.
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!
71 - About the Whale Society of Edmonton
This episode: About the Whale Society of Edmonton (or Don't Go Anywhere Without a Porpoise)
This episode: Parks for Tomorrow. We’re going to look at one protest in Banff on a drizzly October day in 1977. And we’re going to peek behind the scenes to see how and why organizers tried to get media attention. We’re sharing three stories about Albertan environmental groups and journalists way back in the 70s.
Taproot at 10: Closing the loop on our first story
Last week's story about Edmonton's coyotes brought us back to the deer that helped launch Taproot. Here's a look back at how that first story came together, and what it means to keep paying attention to a community for a decade.
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.