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city council region

Your turn: Rossdale, budget, and County Chats

This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a survey about Rossdale neighbourhood renewal, several budget surveys around the region, and drop-in sessions in Parkland County.

April 17, 2026

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history arts

A moment in history: April 17, 1919

On this day in 1919, one of Edmonton's oldest movie theatres was showing a silent film starring Mildred Harris, Charlie Chaplin's first wife.

April 17, 2026

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arts city council

'It is censorship,' EPL head says of proposed restrictions

The CEO of the Edmonton Public Library and librarians across the province are urging Albertans to speak up against proposed legislation that would limit access to some books.

April 16, 2026

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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.

April 15, 2026

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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.

April 14, 2026

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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.

April 13, 2026

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city council region

Your turn: Garneau, recreation, and budget

This week's batch of calls for public engagement includes a few efforts to gather feedback on what should be allowed in Garneau, plus in-person sessions on recreation in Leduc, a survey on Strathcona County's 2027 budget, and budget engagements in all 12 of Edmonton's wards.

April 10, 2026

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history tech

A moment in history: April 10, 1942

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

April 10, 2026

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history arts

Jane's Walk organizers pass the torch to ECAMP after 16 years

The original organizers of Jane's Walk YEG are stepping aside to let the Edmonton City As a Museum Project take over the festival of community-led neighbourhood tours.

April 9, 2026

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