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July 26, 2022 · The Pulse
By Kevin Holowack and Mack Male

Pope Francis visited the site of the former Ermineskin Indian Residential School in Maskwacis on July 25 and apologized for the Catholic Church's role in residential schools. "I humbly beg forgiveness for the evil committed by so many Christians against the Indigenous people," the Pope said in his speech, which was delivered in Spanish and translated into several Indigenous languages and English for a crowd of thousands, including many survivors. The Pope's "penitential pilgrimage" continues with mass in Commonwealth Stadium on July 26.
Church Street, a section along 96 Street in McCauley, hosted Pope Francis and significant crowds for an invitation-only event for parishioners of the Sacred Heart Church of the First Peoples. The street is known for having many churches and temples, which have largely served newcomers communities since the early 1900s. Colleen Chapman, founder of Friends of Church Street, hopes the Pope's visit brings attention to the historical significance of the street. "Most (churches) are fighting for the survival of their programs," she said. "I would like to celebrate Church Street."
The city is offering one-time grants of up to $100,000 to community leaders and organizations working to make Edmonton safer and more inclusive. Eligible projects must be completed within the next two years and align with the outcomes of the Community Safety and Well-Being Strategy, including truth and reconciliation, anti-racism, and crime prevention. A total of $1.5 million is available, and applications will be accepted online until Sept. 12.
A truck convoy that rolled through downtown Edmonton on July 23, which participants said was held in solidarity with Dutch farmers against emission reduction policies, resulted in 18 traffic tickets, 10 noise violations, and three jaywalking tickets, according to the Edmonton Police Service. It also resulted in a "beautiful interaction" with naked cyclists participating in the World Naked Bike Ride, according to Twitter user Eric Tully.
Paula Findlay, Edmonton-born triathlete star, placed second at the Professional Triathlon Organisation Canadian Open, which took place in Hawrelak Park on July 23. Findlay's accomplishment comes a decade after the five major triathlon victories that first put her in the public eye.
Luke Pierce has been named the new head coach of the Edmonton Oil Kings. Pierce has served as an assistant coach with the Oil Kings since the 2018-19 season. "I don't take the challenge and responsibility lightly and I'm really thankful for the opportunity to lead this franchise," he said.
The Edmonton Riverhawks baseball team has been building a loyal following this summer at Re/Max Field, Postmedia reports. The team begins its final homestand of the season on July 26 against the Kamloops NorthPaws.