- The City of Edmonton announced it will discontinue the use of mobile photo radar in playground zones starting July 1, citing the financial unsustainability of continuing to use photo radar in areas with low speeding rates. Before the province introduced restrictions on photo radar this year, enforcement in playground zones was subsidized by revenue from photo radar on other high-speed roads. The City said it is redirecting resources into other upgrades and traffic-calming measures.
- Rahim Jaffer, a former Reform and Conservative MP for the riding of Edmonton Strathcona, announced he is entering Edmonton's mayoral race, telling the media he plans to base his campaign on taxes, public safety, and creating a better business climate. Other confirmed contenders for the position are Tim Cartmell, Andrew Knack, and Tony Caterina.
- Edmontonians are seeing more skunks this time of year due to mating season. Unlike adult skunks, which are nocturnal, baby skunks will sometimes play outside during the day. WildNorth advises residents to be aware of skunk warning signs, keep dogs on leashes when not in off-leash areas, and avoid trapping and orphaning young animals. The organization has a helpline Edmontonians can call if they have concerns about injured or orphaned wild animals.
- Craig Walbaum with the City of Edmonton's Integrated Infrastructure Services department appeared on CTV News to talk about downtown construction. Several projects are ongoing in the core of the city, including LRT work on 104 Avenue, revitalization of 107 Avenue, the Imagine Jasper Avenue project, and Warehouse Park construction.
- Stantec was ranked #2 on the annual list of Canada's top 50 corporate citizens by Corporate Knights, which assesses businesses for social and environmental impact. Stantec generated 60% of its revenues from sustainable projects, Corporate Knights said.
- Alberta Health Services reached a deal with Health Partners International of Canada, a Montreal-based charity, to send 1.4-million bottles of acetaminophen and ibuprofen to Ukraine. The children's pain medication was imported from Turkey in 2023 in a deal that became part of multiple investigations.
- Edmonton Oilers forward Evander Kane was traded to the Vancouver Canucks in exchange for a fourth-round draft pick. Defenceman Evan Bouchard will become a restricted free agent next week, and observers think he could receive an offer sheet from another team if the Oilers don't sign him fast.
Headlines: June 26, 2025
By Kevin Holowack