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A grey and white multi-unit infill development.
city council business

On the agenda: Zoning bylaw, Happy Beer Street, tax forgiveness

This week, councillors are scheduled to discuss proposed changes to the zoning bylaw, an entertainment district on Happy Beer Street, and whether they should forgive taxes for a handful of non-profits.

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A man in a suit speaks at a podium while a woman looks on.
business region

Your turn: Nuclear energy, county satisfaction, Fort Sask policing

The provincial government's public engagement sessions on nuclear energy will make their way to Edmonton on Feb. 17. Plus, opportunities for public engagement in Leduc, Strathcona County, Leduc County, and Fort Saskatchewan.

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A collage of newspaper photos featuring an oil derrick and men working under the headline 'Where 90-Foot Gusher Flow of Light Oil Reported In Leduc District
history region

A moment in history: Feb. 6, 1947

On this day in 1947, there were hints of an oil discovery that would forever change Edmonton and Alberta as a whole.

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People gathered in an event space with sunlight pouring over them.
business technology

EPIC co-founder focuses on better event bookings after food-hall closure

After getting sick of the friction involved in booking events, the co-founder of the shuttered EPIC Market has decided to develop a new software-based venture called Better Venu.

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A two-storey single-family home beside a small commercial building with a coffee shop.
city council business

Zoning overhaul starts to deliver on promise of mixed-use neighbourhoods

A bakery and baking school in Bonnie Doon could be one of the first commercial establishments to open within a mature residential neighbourhood under Edmonton's renewed zoning bylaw, more than two years after the overhaul made such developments easier.

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Five people gathered behind a spread of Georgian food and drink.
food business

Georgian restaurant finds success within fried chicken joint

The owners of Twist & Taste have moved their business from a sandwich counter outside of Edmonton's city limits into the heart of Old Strathcona, citing high demand for their Eastern European food.

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A man holds up a tray of pastries inside a bakery.
food business

King of Tarts finds 'redemption' at old Sugared & Spiced location

A popular vegan baker is back in action after hanging up his apron last year.

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Two men pose in front a graffiti wall
technology business

New program pairs Edmonton startups with businesses that build

Edmonton Unlimited is looking to be the matchmaker connecting tech startups with businesses that want to innovate.

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People wearing baseball jerseys that say Launch Party 16 pose on a baseball diamond.
business technology

Drilling diagnostics startup gets Chevron's help to tap investment

An Edmonton company that helps drillers get deep insights — literally — is getting investment-ready by participating in the Chevron Technology Ventures Catalyst Program.

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