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Bernadette's aims to raise profile of Indigenous cuisine in Edmonton
The owners of the forthcoming restaurant Bernadette's say their previous success with Pei Pei Chei Ow has allowed them to pursue their larger goal of increasing Indigenous representation within Edmonton's food scene — and to do it right in the core.
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On the agenda: Potential tax increases, Windsor Park rezoning, supportive housing
This week, council will make adjustments to the city's operating budget, look at a rezoning in Windsor Park, and discuss supportive housing projects at risk of losing funding.
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Podcasters poke plans for districts in Edmonton
With district planning policymaking afoot at Edmonton city council, podcast hosts Troy Pavlek and Mack Male took a look at what the proposed plans mean for the city on Episode 260 of Speaking Municipally.
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Hydrogen convention to bring world to region
Delegates to the third annual Canadian Hydrogen Convention, which runs from April 23 to 25 at the Edmonton Convention Centre, include officials from Romania, Japan, South Korea, and Taiwan, and even Andrzej Duda, the president of Poland.
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Calls for public engagement: Glenwood, Brander Gardens
Here are opportunities to inform city planning about neighbourhood and alley renewals in Glenwood and street safety in Brander Gardens.
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Edmonton Unlimited hires new CEO from within city ecosystem
Edmonton Unlimited has hired Tom Viinikka, the current CEO of the Edmonton Screen Industries Office, as the permanent replacement for its former CEO Catherine Warren, whom its board parted ways with in January.
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Edmonton ballroom organization rolls out first runway
YEG Ballroom is hosting what it believes to be the first ball of its kind in Edmonton on April 27 at The Freemasons' Hall.
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A moment in history: April 17, 1919
On this day in 1919, James Ramsey, otherwise known as Edmonton's "Merchant Prince," was selling Easter clothes.
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Prescribing joy: How Edmonton advocates help seniors age in place
The Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council is partnering with medical professionals to help the city's seniors keep living in their homes rather than in long-term care facilities.
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The Pulse
A weekday news briefing that informs you about what's going on in Edmonton.
Tuesday, April 23
In this edition: Bernadette's aims to raise profile of Indigenous cuisine in Edmonton; fire engulfs historic Hangar 11 at former Edmonton municipal airport; and more headlines and happenings
Monday, April 22
In this edition: On the agenda: Potential tax increases, Windsor Park rezoning, supportive housing; podcasters poke plans for districts in Edmonton; and more headlines and happenings
Friday, April 19
In this edition: Hydrogen convention to bring world to region; temporary service changes coming to Edmonton's Capital and Metro LRT lines; and more headlines and happenings
Events
Check out the beta version of the Taproot Edmonton Calendar. This is our latest effort to inform and connect our community, building on the attention Taproot already pays to what's going on in the Edmonton region.
Roundups
Weekly newsletters that go deeper on topics of interest.
Food Roundup: April 23, 2024
The latest on food in Edmonton. Pubs and restaurants are ready for the playoffs; Bernadette's aims to increase Indigenous representation; District Cafe opening second location
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Tech Roundup: April 23, 2024
The latest on tech in Edmonton. YEG entrepreneurs sign open letter against federal tax shift; Canadian Hydrogen Convention opens; Ethically Aligned AI launches course
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Business Roundup: April 19, 2024
The latest on business in Edmonton. BIA heads question city's nighttime economy report; Edmonton Unlimited hires new CEO; office vacancy rate decreasing
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Arts Roundup: April 18, 2024
The latest on arts in Edmonton. CKUA needs to raise $3M or could shut down; Kaeley Jade named Indigenous songwriter of the year; YEG Ballroom hosts city's first ball of its kind
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Regional Roundup: April 17, 2024
The latest on the region in Edmonton. YEG's golf debate hasn't gone regional — yet; Stony Plain releases economic development strategy; St. Albert's T-Rex Distillery wants apology
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Health Innovation Roundup: April 17, 2024
The latest on health innovation in Edmonton. My Fertility Labs gains traction; True Angle meets crowdfunding goal; Edmonton Seniors Coordinating Council recruits for social prescribing
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Blog Posts
Updates on what Taproot Edmonton has been up to recently.
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
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
Taproot is honoured to be among the independent news organizations nominated for this year's LION Local Journalism Awards!
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