The Latest
Here's the latest from Taproot Edmonton.
Wednesday, Nov. 13
In this edition: Why the decline in public housing is 'the origins of Canada's housing crisis'; snapshots from the housing ecosystem; and more headlines and happenings
Tuesday, Nov. 12
In this edition: On the agenda: Fall budget adjustment, carbon emissions, Clareview tower; podcast examines the case of the disappearing LRT shelter doors; and more headlines and happenings
Friday, Nov. 8
In this edition: As Foosh debuts downtown, experts suggest retail needs focus to thrive; a moment in history: Nov. 8, 1911; and more headlines and happenings
Why the decline in public housing is 'the origins of Canada's housing crisis'
As Edmonton enters an election period while nearly 4,700 residents are homeless, Taproot spoke to experts with Community Housing Canada and the Collins Lab for Urban Excellence at the University of Alberta to learn more about Edmonton's supply of non-market housing.
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On the agenda: Fall budget adjustment, carbon emissions, Clareview tower
This week, council will debate a proposed tax increase for 2025, consider changes to the zoning bylaw, and discuss a proposed tower near Clareview Transit Centre.
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As Foosh debuts downtown, experts suggest retail needs focus to thrive
Streetwear institution Foosh is set to open its second location on downtown's 104 Street in November, a move that offered a recent gathering of leaders focused on spurring downtown retail with a hint of optimism.
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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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Downtown daycares in danger of succumbing to pandemic
As Edmontonians weather a fifth wave of the pandemic, the prolonged closure of many downtown offices has left daycares in the heart of the city struggling to stay open.
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Podcast examines the case of the disappearing LRT shelter doors
Door designs for the year-old Valley Line Southeast, which date back to the project's planning stage more than a decade ago, did not account for a rise in social disorder seen in 2024, the head of Edmonton Transit Service told Taproot.
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A moment in history: Nov. 8, 1911
On this day in 1911, plots of land for the future Forest Heights neighbourhood were being advertised for sale.
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Calls for public engagement: Priority growth, urban ag, heritage assets
Here are opportunities to help municipalities prioritize rezoning measures, plan urban agriculture, manage heritage assets, and more. Please only answer surveys from the municipality where you live.
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Regional Roundup: November 13, 2024
With news from Alberta Municipalities, St. Albert Fire Services, Edmonton International Airport, Strathcona Christmas Bureau, Camrose Casino, and more
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Health Innovation Roundup: November 13, 2024
With news from natHACKS 2024, University of Alberta, My Viva, DrugBank, Nyah Health, IslamicFamily, Jasper Place Wellness Centre, and more.
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Food Roundup: November 12, 2024
With news from Biera, Shane Chartrand, Transcend Coffee, Tiramisu Bistro, Zocalo, Glenora Park, Veg in YEG, Don'Ya Ukraine's Kitchen, and more
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Tech Roundup: November 12, 2024
With news from Startup TNT, Candle Lithium Corporation, Colabmacs, Elementiam, Theragraph, RJH BioSciences, Jobber, OneSoft Solutions, and more.
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Business Roundup: November 08, 2024
With news from Jobber, Zocalo, Qualico Properties, wâsikan kisewâtisiwin, Jayman BUILT, New Harvest, Explore Edmonton, Edmonton Global, and more.
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Events Roundup: November 07, 2024
Featuring an event pick from Taproot co-founder Karen Unland, and ways to engage with Remembrance Day services.
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Arts Roundup: November 07, 2024
With news from Porch Light Books, CKUA, the Edmonton Arts Council, Workshop West Playwrights' Theatre, Edmonton Opera, Shumka, BioWare, and more
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Please stand clear of the vanishing doors
Taproot Edmonton reporter Colin Gallant joins us to discuss making Edmonton's housing more financially accessible, the Valley Line LRT's first anniversary, and the future of retail downtown.
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There's no I in DIP
The Downtown Investment Plan remains a hot topic of discussion. This week, we speak with Shani Gwin, a Métis woman, downtown business owner, AI entrepreneur, and DBA board member, for her take.
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Snow time like the present to talk about ice
This week, we're getting an early start on winter by talking about snow and ice control. We speak with Mark Beare and Val Dacyk from the City of Edmonton about service standards for clearing roadways and active pathways, how much people love the snow plow map, how big the snow clearing operation is, what it would take to clear sidewalks, where your tax dollars go, and much more.
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Taproot joins Press Forward, a voice for indie media
Taproot Edmonton is now a proud member of Press Forward, an organization "dedicated to ensuring people in Canada have strong, independent and community-focused journalism."
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Introducing Housing Complex, a special project from Taproot Edmonton
We’re thrilled to announce the launch of Housing Complex, a multi-part project exploring what works, what doesn’t, and what can be done to improve Edmonton’s housing system.
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Taproot members speak: ‘Keep it up but also go deep’
We convened some of Taproot's most committed supporters for the first in a series of listening sessions to understand why they value Taproot, where we can grow, shift, or improve, and how we might organize more community conversations focused on Edmo...
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