The Latest
Here's the latest from Taproot Edmonton.
Friday, Dec. 12
In this edition: Edmonton's zoning reforms, partnerships draw praise at housing symposium; a moment in history from 1979; and more headlines and happenings
Thursday, Dec. 11
In this edition: Sturgeon County leverages industrial zone for data centres; monthly payment plan for property taxes available in Edmonton; and more headlines and happenings
Wednesday, Dec. 10
In this edition: Kunitz finds footing with third commuter-friendly shoe store; Valley Line West LRT accelerated roadwork on 104 Avenue completed; and more headlines and happenings
Kunitz finds footing with third commuter-friendly shoe store
The siblings behind Kunitz Shoes say they've cracked the code on indie shoe retail as they prepare to add a third location in Capilano Mall in the spring.
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On the agenda: Surplus, capital budget, Winspear parking
This week, council is set to receive an update on the operating and capital budgets and discuss a potential parking revenue agreement with the Winspear Centre.
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Three municipalities finalize departure from Edmonton Global
Devon, Sturgeon County, and Strathcona County will leave Edmonton Global in 2026, voting recently to follow through on their 2023 announcements that they would depart as the window to reverse those decisions was set to close.
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Controversial casino licence changes hands in $5.8M deal
The licence for a casino set to be moved from Camrose to south Edmonton, while still sending charity proceeds to rural Alberta, has been sold in a $5.8-million deal.
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Mayor lauds anti-racism efforts amid acrimony
Mayor Amarjeet Sohi has been highlighting the city's anti-racism efforts, even travelling to Berlin to speak about it. But the committee charged with shaping that work has been paused, raising concerns about a lack of community involvement and delays in implementing the city's anti-racism strategy.
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For Edmonton, a sustainable future depends on trees
Even though a council committee has put off passing a bylaw to protect trees on private property, the Tomorrow Foundation for a Sustainable Future is encouraged to see progress on a file that is vital to the city's ability to lessen and mitigate the effects of climate change.
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Edmonton's zoning reforms, partnerships draw praise at housing symposium
While Edmonton's zoning reforms, collaborative housing programs, and modern construction methods are earning national praise, the city still struggles to meet the growing demand for affordable housing.
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A moment in history: Dec. 12, 1979
On this day in 1979, the city's plan for naming the roads in Riverbend's new neighbourhoods came to light.
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Sturgeon County leverages industrial zone for data centres
Sturgeon County is betting on Alberta's only designated industrial zone and a $16.6-million industrial water facility for data centres as Beacon AI Centers gains momentum on an application in the county.
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Business Roundup: December 12, 2025
With news from Prairies Economic Development Canada, Grengine, Sturgeon County, the UA Innovation Fund, Edmonton Global, Kunitz Shoes, and more.
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Events Roundup: December 11, 2025
Featuring an event pick from Taproot curator/reporter Stephanie Swensrude and a listing of holiday food events that you can add to your calendar.
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Arts Roundup: December 11, 2025
With news from Edmonton Arts Council, SNFU, Vivid Print, Theatre Network, Leif Oleson-Cormack, Chyana Marie Sage, Edmonton Screen, and more.
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Regional Roundup: December 10, 2025
With news from Edmonton Global, Beaumont, NYLOC Consulting, Wyvern, ERIN, St. Albert Public Library, Rotary Club of Spruce Grove, Leduc, and more.
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Health Innovation Roundup: December 10, 2025
With news from Health Cities, PulseMedica, Glyconet, Future Fields, the University of Alberta, RUNWITHIT Synthetics, Action Lab, DrugBank, and more.
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Food Roundup: December 09, 2025
With news from Patricia Street Deli, Okie Dokie Smokies, Corpuz Bake Shop, Brio Bakery, Bernadette's, The Westin Edmonton, Triple O's, and more
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Tech Roundup: December 09, 2025
With news from FireSafe AI, Wyvern, NTWIST, RWI Synthetics, The Middleman, ERIN, and more.
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Tapping on to transit in to and trees
You can now tap your credit card, debit card, or digital wallet to ride transit. Additionally, we'll discuss updates to the capital and operating budgets, and progress towards the city's tree-planting goal.
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Snow more money
The tax increase for 2026 is set at 6.9%. We examine the 2026 budget deliberations and Edmonton's growth pressures, noting what council decided on, and why. Plus, the old Royal Alberta Museum is one step closer to being saved.
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The itsy bitsy surplus
This week, council got to ask questions about the proposed fall budget adjustment. Plus, we learn more about the city's plan to enforce speed limits, the "end" of construction season, and the Valley Line LRT turns two.
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The Taproot Edmonton Calendar gets a major update
In November we launched a major update to the calendar that incorporates feedback from users, improves the user experience, and provides a stronger foundation for future enhancements.
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That’s a wrap on Taproot’s 2025 election project
Over the past year, the entire Taproot team has worked diligently to provide Edmonton voters with reliable intelligence about the candidates running for office in the 2025 municipal election.
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The Taproot Survey is helping voters and candidates ahead of Election Day
As we head into the final few days of the election, we want to share a few updates on our election project. If you're still trying to decide who to vote for, we recommend taking the Taproot Survey to see which candidates align best with your views.
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