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Alberta AI pioneer plans new research institute in Edmonton
As part of his continuing quest to achieve human-like artificial intelligence through reinforcement learning, Richard Sutton plans to develop OpenMind Research, a non-profit group dedicated to implementing the Alberta Plan for AI Research.
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Weekend agenda: June 2-4, 2023
Festival season is in full swing, with Pride celebrations along with Nextfest and the Nuova Vocal Arts festival. The weekend also promises a chance to commune with nature, a salute to cargo bikes and active transportation, and a tour of solar homes.
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Atadel helps underserved communities get groceries conveniently
When Temi Kayode and his brother Ayomikun first moved to Canada from Nigeria, it was difficult to get the foods they were used to without access to a vehicle. So they started a food and grocery delivery service focused on members of the African and Caribbean diasporas.
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Calls for public engagement: Edmonton, Strathcona County, and Spruce Grove
Here are some opportunities to offer your input on various civic issues in the metro region, including a preliminary design for a stretch of Yellowhead Trail, agriculture in Strathcona County, and community standards in Spruce Grove.
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Rapper Mouraine reps north Edmonton on debut album
Northside rapper Mouraine is sharing love for his hometown — especially his corner of it — on his debut album, In Search of Gold.
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A moment in history: May 31, 1952
On this day 71 years ago, Edmonton's littlest railway was preparing to see its final passenger train.
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'Best-of' lists give food businesses something to build on
Being listed as one of Edmonton's best places to eat brings in customers, but converting that advantage into repeat traffic is the key, say some business owners.
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Podcast welcomes arrival of Northeast River Valley Park
Episode 222 of Speaking Municipally welcomed the newly announced Northeast River Valley Park and looked at how the land, which had been privately owned, came into the city's possession.
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On the agenda: Indigenous Framework, Warehouse Park, and more
This week, a public hearing will take place on May 30. Community and public services committee will meet on May 31, urban planning committee will meet on June 1, and executive committee will meet on June 2.
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The Pulse
A weekday news briefing that informs you about what's going on in Edmonton.
Friday, June 2
In this edition: Alberta AI pioneer plans new research institute in Edmonton; fire ban lifted in Edmonton; things to do around Edmonton this weekend
Thursday, June 1
In this edition: Atadel helps underserved communities get groceries conveniently; Edmonton mayor calls on UCP government to improve relationship with big cities; calls for public engagement: Edmonton, Strathcona County, and Spruce Grove
Wednesday, May 31
In this edition: Rapper Mouraine reps north Edmonton on debut album; Edmonton and surrounding areas elect 13 new MLAs; a moment in history: May 31, 1952
Roundups
Weekly newsletters that go deeper on topics of interest.
Business Roundup: June 02, 2023
The latest on business in Edmonton. Biz groups issue post-election wishes; city launches BIA dashboard; Zach Hyman builds off-ice enterprises
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Arts Roundup: June 01, 2023
The latest on arts in Edmonton. Story City and vrCAVE pitch at Inventures; Fringe announces theme; film documents Flashback history
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Regional Roundup: May 31, 2023
The latest on the region in Edmonton. NDP gains seats in Edmonton region; Pembina Pipeline signs ammonia deal; St. Albert seeks new revenue
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Health Innovation Roundup: May 31, 2023
The latest on health innovation in Edmonton. Election has health repercussions; healthtech home project gets Rehabtronics device; Nyah Health goes to HerStory
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Food Roundup: May 30, 2023
The latest on food in Edmonton. Local food lists help bring in customers, at first; cooking classes popular at EPL's The Kitchen; Zwicksticks now available at Superstores
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Tech Roundup: May 30, 2023
The latest on tech in Edmonton. Lillah Pendah to emcee Inventures; Edmonton founders going to G20 YEA; HerStory names finalists
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Blog Posts
Updates on what Taproot Edmonton has been up to recently.
Let’s Find Out joins Taproot Edmonton
Let's Find Out, the award-winning podcast that explores Edmonton's history through listener questions, is joining Taproot Edmonton!
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Meet Taproot Edmonton’s new reporter
We're thrilled to introduce you to Colin Gallant, the latest addition to Taproot Edmonton's growing editorial team.
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Declaring our roundup experiment a success
We're declaring the experiment we started last month a success. Now when you open a roundup, you'll find a message from a member of our team pulling some threads together in the Taproot way — with curiosity and desire to understand our community bett...
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