- The City of Edmonton's 2025 Climate Change and Energy Perceptions Report shows that 74% of Edmontonians are concerned about climate change, with 77% believing immediate action is necessary. The report found that 64% want the City to increase or maintain its efforts.
- The City of Edmonton has launched its winter response plan to assist vulnerable residents through winter. Services include an overnight shuttle until March 31, and a 24/7 Hope Mission bus. When temperatures reach -20°C for three consecutive days, additional resources will become available, including a third shuttle bus and 50 extra overnight shelter spaces at Al Rashid Mosque.
- The Edmonton Chamber of Commerce presented its "State of the Economy" report on Nov. 7, outlining the city's economic strengths and significant challenges. Chamber president Doug Griffiths emphasized the need for long-term planning to "make the entire city richer." Despite having the youngest median age among surveyed cities, challenges include one in six young adults being unemployed due to a skillset mismatch, the highest median household debt in Canada, and higher property taxes compared to surrounding regions. ATB chief economist Mark Parsons noted Edmonton's population growth outpaces local job creation.
- Regency Developments CEO Raj Dhunna called the City of Edmonton's 'problem property' survey 'irresponsible' on Nov. 7. The survey targets his vacant downtown lot at 101 Street and 102 Avenue, the former Bank of Montreal Building site, which Regency demolished in 2018 for a 50-storey tower. Plans stalled due to COVID-19, inflation, and supply chain issues, Dhunna noted, adding that City developments such as Blatchford have not been without issues.
- A civil lawsuit filed in April 2024 seeks $1.5 million in damages, alleging Edmonton Police Service Const. Renzo Geronimo followed and forcibly groped a woman while on duty in August 2023, CBC reported. The Alberta Serious Incident Response Team announced on Nov. 6 that Geronimo faces several charges, including sexual assault, breach of trust, unlawful confinement, and unlawful entry. Geronimo, an Edmonton police officer for five years, is currently in a non-frontline role, with his duty status under review.
- Edmonton's housing market is entering a cooling phase, with prices easing and supply rising. Higher financing costs continue to weigh on buyers and builders, as households face increased mortgage payments due to renewals from pandemic-era rates. The Canada Mortgage and Housing Corporation indicates that national housing starts remain uneven, creating affordability pressures and posing risks for local trades and homebuilders. The market's stability will depend on new listing absorption and the impact of mortgage renewals through the winter.
- Edmonton coach Ahmad Majed, whose personal soccer dreams faced setbacks after moving to Fort McMurray in 1993, opened Soccer Elite Academy to offer youth the opportunities he never had. The academy, which has grown to more than 1,000 members of varying socioeconomic backgrounds, celebrated its new home, the Athletes Hangar, in October. Located in Edmonton near NAIT, the facility provides training, recovery, and physiotherapy.
- Mourners gathered at an Edmonton funeral home on Nov. 8 to honour Samuel Bird, a 14-year-old Indigenous teen who went missing in June and was found dead in October. Bird's grandfather expressed gratitude for the community's support and relief that his grandson was found. Bryan Farrell, 38, is charged with second-degree murder and interfering with a body, and Edmonton Police Service investigators say they have a near-complete understanding of the case.
- The Canadian Podcast Awards have announced finalists for its eighth awards. Taproot's Speaking Municipally is a finalist in the news and current affairs category, and Canadian History Ehx is a finalist for four awards, including for documentary series, society and culture series, outstanding production, and best host for Craig Baird, who is based in Stony Plain. Public voting for the People's Choice Award is now open.
- Edmonton International Airport received its first snow of the winter on Nov. 7, which was later than most recent years, according to @yegwxnerdery on Bluesky. In 2021 the first snow was on Nov. 14 and in 2011 it was on Nov. 12. The first snow at the airport is usually around mid-October.
- CTV News checked in with Edmonton YouTuber "Bricksie". The content creator, whose real name is Jordan Forsythe, is known for his ever-expanding Lego city, which he has dubbed Brickmonton and includes millions of pieces.
- Motorcycles painted white, known as "ghost bike" memorials, could disappear from Edmonton without donations, according to organizers with Ride In Paradise Memorials (RIP'M). These memorials are placed at fatal crash sites to honour victims and flag dangers for the public. RIP'M said Nov. 9 that ongoing funding is essential to maintain these important tributes in the city.
- Albertans are discussing a possible general strike, prompted by the provincial government's use of the notwithstanding clause to force striking teachers back to work. The Alberta Federation of Labour, representing 175,000 workers, is encouraging action. CBC spoke to experts who discussed the potential for a general strike, noting that it would likely be illegal under provincial labour laws, potentially leading to fines or job losses.
- Premier Danielle Smith addressed classroom complexity, saying help is coming soon for schools facing large class sizes and many students with complex needs or who are English language learners. Issues are most acute in Edmonton, Calgary, and Red Deer. The province will establish a class size and complexity task force to allocate resources, potentially converting substitute teachers to full-time roles, assigning assistant principals teaching loads, and reallocating education assistants.
Headlines: Nov. 10, 2025
By Mariam Ibrahim