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The Pulse

Monday, March 18

In this edition: On the agenda: Downtown residential, permitting parking, transit changes; city and union both lost communications battle, podcasters say; and more headlines and happenings

The Pulse

Friday, March 15

In this edition: Italian Centre targets Saskatchewan and even dreams of B.C.; OligomicsTx wins $50,000 at Startup TNT summit finale; and more headlines and happenings

The Pulse

Thursday, March 14

In this edition: Demand for lesbian-focused events strong in Edmonton; calls for public engagement: LRT seats, Leduc revitalization, St. Albert disc golf; and more happenings and headlines


An On Demand Transit bus in downtown Edmonton.
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On the agenda: Downtown residential, permitting parking, transit changes

This week's agenda includes a discussion of downtown construction incentives, a program to address non-compliant surface parking lots, and upcoming changes to the transit network.

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A person wearing a blazer and glasses sits at a café table with a blurred mural in the background.
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Italian Centre targets Saskatchewan and even dreams of B.C.

As Teresa Spinelli eyes further expansion within Calgary by next fall for the growing assembly of Italian Centre Shop locations, she's also looking beyond Alberta to new store possibilities in Saskatoon and even Victoria.

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Several dozen people gather at a social event.
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Demand for lesbian-focused events strong in Edmonton

An organizer of a recent sold-out lesbian dance party says the unexpectedly strong demand suggests the need for more safe spaces for the queer community, even as dedicated spaces have historically struggled both in Edmonton and globally.

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Mayor Amarjeet Sohi speaks at a podium beside a slide that reads "Mayoral Keynote Address: Balancing Inclusivity and Social Cohesion in an Era of Rising Polarization: Mayoral Leadership in Building Resilient Cities in the Face of Migration Challenges"
city council racism

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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trees climate change

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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Heather Ratsoy speaks at a news conference
business city council

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 city council

City and union both lost communications battle, podcasters say

Communications strategies coming from both the city and Civic Service Union 52 (CSU 52) during their tense labour negotiations have been subpar, said Troy Pavlek, co-host of Episode 255 of Speaking Municipally.

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Four people stand in front of a curtain.
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OligomicsTx wins at Startup TNT summit finale

OligomicsTx won a minimum of $155,000 from Startup TNT at the organization's Life Sciences Summit finale on March 14 in Edmonton.

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Calls for public engagement: LRT seats, Leduc revitalization, St. Albert disc golf
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Calls for public engagement: LRT seats, Leduc revitalization, St. Albert disc golf

Here are opportunities to help shape decisions at the City of Edmonton and its municipal neighbours. Please make sure you engage in opportunities for the municipality you live within.

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Roundup

Business Roundup: March 15, 2024

The latest on business in Edmonton. City cold on office-to-residential conversions; Alberta commits $840M to build housing; 10 YEG companies in Black Entrepreneurs pitch competition

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Roundup

Arts Roundup: March 14, 2024

The latest on arts in Edmonton. Edmonton Screen Industries Office issues 13 grants; Winspear set to grow by 2025; The Gateway wins critical referendum

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Roundup

Regional Roundup: March 13, 2024

The latest on the region in Edmonton. Edmonton pauses hydrogen refuelling station; Alberta's Industrial Heartland unveils new logo; Leduc introduces half-fare transit pass

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Roundup

Health Innovation Roundup: March 13, 2024

The latest on health innovation in Edmonton. Why this year's wildfires may look like last year's; True Angle launches breathing device; FentaGone's Simran Dhillon named a top woman of influence

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Roundup

Food Roundup: March 12, 2024

The latest on food in Edmonton. Craft beer industry dealing with closures and inflation; Blair Lebsack of RGE RD is first local Hokanson Chef in Residence; Teresa Spinelli honoured

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Roundup

Tech Roundup: March 12, 2024

The latest on tech in Edmonton. Personnel shifts inside innovation ecosystem; Batch 5 demo day coming to YEG; Bitcoin Well increases users

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Podcast

Strike! Double! Turkey! ... Gutterball

We discuss the strike that was averted at the last minute, council compensation, an update on the ICE District parking lots.

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Podcast

Shortchanging Edmonton: A Part of Our Heritage (fund)

We dig into the provincial budget and how it affects Edmonton. Plus, the Katz Group wants an extension for its gravel parking lots, and critics question the effectiveness of the homeless reception centre.

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Podcast

The secret federal government plot to steal our river valley

This week, we discuss City Plan measurements, the National Urban Park initiative, a looming CSU52 vote on the city's "best and final" offer, and the implications of ending EndPovertyEdmonton.

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Meet Taproot Edmonton’s new managing editor
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Meet Taproot Edmonton’s new managing editor

We're happy beyond measure to introduce you to Taproot Edmonton's new managing editor, Tim Querengesser.

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Meet Taproot Edmonton’s new curator/reporter
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Meet Taproot Edmonton’s new curator/reporter

We're excited to introduce you to Stephanie Swensrude, the latest addition to Taproot Edmonton's editorial team.

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LION names Taproot a finalist for resilience award
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LION names Taproot a finalist for resilience award

Taproot is honoured to be among the independent news organizations nominated for this year's LION Local Journalism Awards!

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