- The 10 kilometres of shared space created for pedestrians and cyclists this summer will be converted back into vehicle lanes for the winter during the first week of November. The "shared streets" program cost about $25,000 this year.
- More than 250 residents in The Hills at Charlesworth, a southeast community near Ellerslie Road, have signed an online petition asking the city to improve transit service as the closest stop is about two kilometres away. The city said the area is currently an exception to the 600-metre guideline for transit stops but will consider an extension of service early next year.
- Despite an increase of 21% in overall retail leasing activity in the city during the first half of 2021 compared to 2020, Edmonton is still down 22% from pre-pandemic levels, according to a recent JLL report.
- The Edmonton Elks have traded quarterback Trevor Harris to the Montreal Alouettes for defensive end Antonio Simmons. Edmonton (2-7) is currently last in the West Division.
- Mayor Don Iveson and Calgary mayor Naheed Nenshi spoke with The Globe and Mail last week about their regrets, Alberta's handling of the pandemic, and what's next. "I don't feel like I have unfinished business in public service," Iveson said. "But I wouldn't rule anything out."
- Albertans can now book their flu shot online or by calling 811, with appointments starting today at participating pharmacies and public health clinics. Last year, 37% of Albertans were immunized. This year, the province has ordered 2.1 million doses of influenza vaccine.
