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What to do and where to spend this holiday season

The Taproot team is taking a break from daily publishing starting on Dec. 22. But before we go, we want to leave you with a list of fun things to do over the holidays and some words on the value of shopping local.

Dec. 19, 2025
By Debbi Serafinchon and Karen Unland

city council region

Regional collaboration still desired, despite Edmonton Global exodus: Knack

Although several municipalities have left Edmonton Global, mayors in the metro region remain dedicated to regional economic development rather than going their own way, says Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack.

Dec. 19, 2025
By Stephanie Swensrude

history downtown

A moment in history: Dec. 19, 1986

On this day in 1986, a land sale was the first step to building one of Edmonton's tallest downtown towers.

Dec. 19, 2025
By Scott Lilwall

region economy

Fort Saskatchewan focused on Heartland Association upon exit from Edmonton Global

Fort Saskatchewan has finalized its exit from Edmonton Global and will now focus on in-house economic development and membership in Alberta's Industrial Heartland Association.

Dec. 18, 2025
By Colin Gallant

arts health

Boyle Street's artist-in-residence uses hip-hop for healing

Creating art with vulnerable Edmontonians doesn't tend to lead to massive transformation on its own, but positive changes do arise, says the first artist-in-residence for Boyle Street Community Services.

Dec. 17, 2025
By Stephanie Swensrude

city council infrastructure

Capital projects mostly on time and on budget, council hears

Most of the projects in the City of Edmonton's 2023-2026 capital budget are on budget and on time, but a handful are beyond the city's tolerance for how much they are costing or how long they are taking.

Dec. 16, 2025
By Colin Gallant

city council police

On the agenda: Rezoning in McKernan, Crestwood, Queen Alexandra

Before heading into the holiday break, Edmonton city council is scheduled to debate rezoning applications and interview candidates for the Edmonton Police Commission.

Dec. 15, 2025
By Stephanie Swensrude

housing

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.

Dec. 12, 2025
By Stephanie Swensrude

history housing

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.

Dec. 12, 2025
By Scott Lilwall