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The Pulse

Wednesday, April 15

In this edition: Study measures housing insecurity among Black youth in Edmonton; Charter challenges launched against U of A over 2024 encampment removal; and more headlines and happenings

The Pulse

Tuesday, April 14

In this edition: Dining week spike helps restaurant group face coming challenges; documents reveal details behind Edmonton police AI facial recognition cameras; and more headlines and happenings

The Pulse

Monday, April 13

In this edition: On the agenda: Taxes, budget, River Crossing; reliability on Edmonton bus routes varies widely, transit report card shows; and more headlines and happenings


A chart illustrating the different housing security scores between demographics
housing health

Study measures housing insecurity among Black youth in Edmonton

A study of the housing experiences of Black youth in Edmonton has found some alarming vulnerabilities and a need for further research.

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A restaurant filled with diners.
business food

Dining week spike helps restaurant group face coming challenges

The Common saw a 20% increase in sales during Downtown Dining Week in March, a welcome boon heading into a summer that will see increased fees for patios.

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The exterior of city hall in early winter.
city council sports

On the agenda: Taxes, budget, River Crossing

This week, council will discuss the drivers of tax increases, vote on increasing the budget for various capital projects, and consider approving the first phase of the River Crossing Community Development.

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A smiling, bearded man wearing a hard hat grasps the top of a piece of equipment in front of a set of turbines
history river valley

Inside the Rossdale Power Plant

Paul Collis remembers a time when the Rossdale Power Plant was filled with steam, noise, and life.

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A screenshot of the Google Earth view of 420 Parsons Road SW.
yegvote city council

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 Amarjeet Sohi speaks at a podium beside a slide that reads "Mayoral Keynote Address: Balancing Inclusivity and Social Cohesion in an Era of Rising Polarization: Mayoral Leadership in Building Resilient Cities in the Face of Migration Challenges"
city council racism

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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A newspaper clipping with the headline 'Astronomers Hear Of Asteroid Group'
history tech

A moment in history: April 10, 1942

On this day in 1942, Edmonton's amateur astronomers were getting a lesson in asteroids.

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A newspaper clipping of an advertisement for Palace of Sweets at Easter time
history food

A moment in history: March 27, 1969

On this day in 1969, Edmonton's storied candy store, the Palace of Sweets, was advertising its Easter treats.

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A newspaper clipping with the headline 'Secession Talk Is Heard In Alberta's Legislature'
history

A moment in history: March 20, 1931

On this day in 1931, talk of secession was floating around the Alberta Legislature.

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Roundup

Regional Roundup: April 15, 2026

With news from Gibbons, Edmonton Tourism Awards, Edmonton International Airport, the Muslim Association of St. Albert, Saskitoba, Beaumont, and more.

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Roundup

Health Innovation Roundup: April 15, 2026

With news from Concordia University of Edmonton, Hexagon Wellness, API, A Taste for Life, BioAlberta, SMHeartCard, Fedora Pharmaceuticals, and more.

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Roundup

Food Roundup: April 14, 2026

With news from the Culinary Arts Cook-Off, Woodwork, The Common, Best of Brunch YEG, Stawnichy's Mundare Sausage, Tee Pee Treats, and more.

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Roundup

Tech Roundup: April 14, 2026

With news from Startup TNT, Wyvern, Edmonton Unlimited, Edmonton Police Service, Plantae Technologies, MacEwan University, NiaHealth, and more.

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Roundup

Business Roundup: April 10, 2026

With news from the Edmonton Tourism Awards, National Bank, OEG, Augusta Fashion and Textiles, Go Auto, Amii, API, X5 Management, Innovotech, and more.

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Roundup

Events Roundup: April 9, 2026

Featuring an event pick from Taproot curator/reporter Stephanie Swensrude and a listing of festival events that you can add to your calendar.

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Roundup

Arts Roundup: April 9, 2026

With news from Augusta Fashion and Textiles, Pocket-Sized Series, Jane's Walk YEG, BatRabbit Collective, Edmonton Poetry Festival, Beamdog, and more.

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Everyone disliked that
Podcast

Everyone disliked that

This week, potential changes to the zoning bylaw that would reduce the maximum height in the RS zone disappointed everyone. Plus, we talk about the Edmonton Region Defence Alliance and the city's efforts to cash in on increased defence spending.

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Swing for the fences
Podcast

Swing for the fences

We spoke with the Edmonton Riverhawks about the proposed River Crossing plan that could turn the RE/MAX Field parking lot into housing. Plus, derelict property owners better look out — Mayor Andrew Knack is coming for you! And we reminisce about the good old days of Boston Pizza on Jasper Avenue.

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The water is safe to drink
Podcast

The water is safe to drink

Council took some steps toward funding a comprehensive BRT and pedestrian realm project along Whyte Ave, but we also learned that the city will continue to make some piecemeal changes this year. Plus, The Quarters CRL isn't doing so well, and the city wants you to build the budget.

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Taproot Survey earns nod from National Newspaper Awards
Blog

Taproot Survey earns nod from National Newspaper Awards

Taproot's effort to help voters make an informed decision in the 2025 municipal election is a finalist for a National Newspaper Award in the Innovation in Journalism category.

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What we learned from Taproot’s 2026 audience survey
Blog

What we learned from Taproot’s 2026 audience survey

We recently completed our second annual audience survey. Hundreds of people took the time to respond again this year. Thank you!

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How Taproot Edmonton made an impact in 2025
Blog

How Taproot Edmonton made an impact in 2025

We embarked on 2025 with a clear mission: to inform, connect, and empower our community with reliable intelligence. It was a year that tested our capacity and proved our value, as we navigated challenging economic times, covered a pivotal municipal e...

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