- Primary Care Alberta (PCA) has declared a tuberculosis outbreak in Edmonton's inner-city. This declaration came after lab tests confirmed two inner-city residents had the same infectious strain, suggesting recent local transmission. PCA has identified 12 tuberculosis cases this year connected to central Edmonton and individuals experiencing homelessness, with three sharing the outbreak strain. Living in communal spaces, such as shelters, increases infection risk. The outbreak is not considered a risk to the general public. Contact tracing is ongoing, and PCA, along with Alberta's Ministry of Primary and Preventative Health Services, is collaborating with inner-city agencies to support and screen potentially exposed people.
- The Salvation Army opened a new transitional housing program in Edmonton's Alberta Avenue area. This initiative aims to provide essential resources and shelter for individuals in need, marking a significant effort to address homelessness and assist residents in the local community. The program will help participants move towards stable, independent living.
- Coun. Mike Elliott is the second city councillor to cut ties with the Better Edmonton party less than a month after the October 2025 municipal elections, after Coun. Reed Clarke announced he would sit as an independent. Elliott confirmed his intent to not remain with the party. Coun. Karen Principe is now the sole councillor with ties to Better Edmonton. Party leader Tim Cartmell and Chair Cam Johnson noted their goal was to help candidates get elected, not maintain ongoing involvement.
- Canada faces an economic imperative to improve productivity by addressing a widespread AI literacy gap, according to Cam Linke, CEO of the Edmonton-based Alberta Machine Intelligence Institute (Amii). Linke said that Canadian companies are missing competitive advantages due to a lack of understanding about AI. To counter this, Amii has scaled efforts to provide accessible AI knowledge through platforms like "AI Literacy for Everyone," training over 250,000 learners. Joan Hertz, Amii's board chair, warns that inaction on AI poses a significant governance risk for businesses.
- An apartment building fire in west Edmonton's Canora neighbourhood displaced 22 residents and many pets after gutting the apartment building. Edmonton Fire Rescue Services responded just after 5pm on Nov. 12, initially struggling to locate the blaze hidden within walls before it spread to the attic and roof. Firefighters rescued 15 cats and some guinea pigs. The fire was declared under control at 9:19am on Nov. 13. No injuries were reported, and the Canadian Red Cross is assisting affected individuals.
- Prairie Sky remains hopeful for its project in Edmonton as the city seeks redevelopment ideas for the Rossdale Power Plant area. The City of Edmonton's call for redevelopment proposals indicates a focus on transforming the area, while Prairie Sky continues to pursue its gondola initiative.
- The A Very Indigenous Holiday Market returns to the Alberta Aviation Museum in Edmonton from Nov. 14 to 16. Organized by I.A.M. Collective, which began in 2018 to support Indigenous artists and now boasts more than 200 members, the market will feature more than 100 vendors. Attendees can also enjoy live entertainment, a silent auction, and door prizes.
- The Edmonton Police Service will conduct a live simulated training exercise at the University of Alberta on Nov. 14. The exercise, set to take place from 8am to 4pm, may cause delays for cyclists, drivers, and pedestrians.
- Edmonton's Stollery Children's Hospital welcomed Pumbaa, a two-year-old yellow lab retriever, as its new facility dog on Nov. 13. Pumbaa, the first dedicated child life services dog in Canada, was trained by Dogs with Wings Assistance Dog Society and helps patients and their families by providing emotional, physical, and procedural support. Parents Mathew and Ashley Davis credit Pumbaa with significantly helping their son Jake, a patient with a rare genetic condition, overcome fears during his hospital stay since mid-August 2025. Angela Mark of Child Life Services noted Pumbaa's ability to bring calm and smiles during difficult moments.
- A new west Edmonton dome will offer year-round opportunities to play pickleball and tennis, providing continuous access to these popular sports. This development in west Edmonton aims to benefit residents by allowing them to pursue these activities regardless of weather conditions.
Headlines: Nov. 14, 2025
By Mariam Ibrahim