Stephanie is a curator and reporter at Taproot Edmonton. She attended NAIT's radio and television program and has worked at CBC, CFJC in Kamloops, and 630 CHED. Stephanie loves to write about city council and learning more about how Edmonton works. When not reporting, you can find Stephanie roller skating, knitting, playing video games, baking, or chilling with her two adorable cats Juno and Pepper.
Recent work by Stephanie
![First look at the renovated Ortona Armoury Building The solarium in the Ortona Armoury Building.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/07/23/ortona-3099.jpg)
First look at the renovated Ortona Armoury Building
Artists and non-profit organizations will return to the 110-year-old Ortona Armoury Building in September following a $16.3 million rehabilitation project by the City of Edmonton that dates back to the building's closure in 2019.
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![Edmonton startup pilots its accessibility app at KDays A person holds a phone displaying The ATLAS app.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/07/16/click-push-3141.jpg)
Edmonton startup pilots its accessibility app at KDays
People with impaired mobility may find it easier to move through KDays this year as the 10-day festival partners with Edmonton startup Click&Push Accessibility.
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![City proposes renewing Wîhkwêntôwin to prioritize pedestrians over cars 121 Street in Wîhkwêntôwin.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/07/11/wihkwentowin-3082-2.jpg)
City proposes renewing Wîhkwêntôwin to prioritize pedestrians over cars
As it prepares for neighbourhood renewal in Wîhkwêntôwin, the City of Edmonton wants feedback on its design proposals for new bike infrastructure, traffic-calming measures, and linear parks in place of portions of roads.
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![Partnership allows CHEW to increase hours, explore Calgary expansion Two people hold a sign for the Fyrefly Institute.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/07/05/chew-3023.jpg)
Partnership allows CHEW to increase hours, explore Calgary expansion
The CHEW Project's partnership with Boyle Street Community Services and Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) has helped it emerge from challenging times, expand hours, and now even consider an outpost in Calgary.
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![Applied Pharma facility could open local doors while bridging national gap Five people stand by a sign.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/06/28/api-3024.jpg)
Applied Pharma facility could open local doors while bridging national gap
The head of Applied Pharmaceutical Innovation said a new manufacturing facility and start-up incubator that the company is building at the Edmonton Research Park should help spur a new wave of health innovation in the city.
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![On the agenda: Residential parking program, 99 Street development, homelessness funding The Wild Earth Cafe and Bakery in 2018.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/06/27/cuac-2024-07-02.jpg)
On the agenda: Residential parking program, 99 Street development, homelessness funding
This week, councillors will have their last week of meetings before the summer break. They are scheduled to discuss the residential parking program, services for those who are homeless, and a rezoning on 99 Street.
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![E-scooter operators introduce cognitive test among features aimed at addressing critics Lime e-scooters in downtown Edmonton.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/06/17/scooter-safety-2979.jpg)
E-scooter operators introduce cognitive test among features aimed at addressing critics
Riders who use shared e-scooters and e-bikes in Edmonton may have noticed a new test that encourages them to reflect on their level of intoxication before taking to the streets.
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![On the agenda: District planning, Blatchford infusion, auditor deadlines Edmonton city council in chambers in August 2023.](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/06/18/cuac-2024-06-24.jpg)
On the agenda: District planning, Blatchford infusion, auditor deadlines
This week, councillors will continue to hear from the public about the proposed district policy, discuss an update on Blatchford utilities, and learn about city auditor recommendations.
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![Magazine aims to amplify Indigenous writers and editors A person is photographed in a forest setting](https://taprootyeg.blob.core.windows.net/photos/2024/06/19/yarrow-2852.jpg)
Magazine aims to amplify Indigenous writers and editors
The first issue of a digital literary magazine with a mandate to promote both established and emerging Indigenous writers and editors is readable online.
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