Tuesday · Jun 9, 2026
UCP appoints lobbyist to lead Alberta electoral boundaries redraw
Premier Smith handpicked a former federal Conservative cabinet minister and lobbyist to help redraw the province's riding map, drawing sharp opposition from the NDP.
Riverboat stranded on sandbar during engine test
The Edmonton Queen ran aground Tuesday while testing repaired engines on the North Saskatchewan River.
EIPS schools mark Pride Week with inclusive celebrations
Elk Island Public Schools observed Pride Week June 1–5 with age-appropriate events aimed at fostering safe, welcoming learning spaces.
Fort Sask RCMP warn of door-to-door paving scams in region
Contractors are targeting homeowners with low-cost asphalt offers, then demanding extra payment or leaving substandard work behind.
Alberta bars can start pouring from 6 a.m. without special permission
The AGLC loosened early-morning liquor service rules, allowing licensed venues to serve alcohol from 6 a.m. for any event without individual approval.
Edmonton public schools canceling international trips
Edmonton public schools are canceling international exchange programs and student trips. If you've got a trip affected or know families dealing with this, the subreddit's...
Legislature reflecting pool finally opens after three-week leak delay
The Alberta legislature's popular summer cooling spot is now open after a month-long closure stemmed the water loss that plagued it for years.
Corb Lund signing petitions in Edmonton through tomorrow
Corb Lund is in Edmonton tonight and tomorrow morning to collect signatures for the water-not-coal campaign before handing everything in to Elections Alberta. You can sign at...
City to test paid parking at three major attractions
A 2027 pilot will charge admission for parking at Fort Edmonton Park, Valley Zoo, and Muttart Conservatory to fund operations.
Nolan's Dark Knight trilogy hitting IMAX July 19
Dark Knight trilogy is playing Telus World Science Centre IMAX as a marathon July 19 — Batman Begins at 1pm, Dark Knight at 4pm, Dark Knight Rises at 7pm. TENET and Inception...
Vaping carries same lung damage as smoking: U of A study
University of Alberta researchers found e-cigarette users showed impaired exercise tolerance and severe breathlessness, challenging the 'safer alternative' narrative.
Fort Sask celebrates Asian Heritage Month with art, food, dialogue
The Fort Saskatchewan Multicultural Association hosted four events in May, drawing over 150 residents to learn about Asian Canadian history and culture.
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The Starlite Room - Temple
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The Starlite Room - Edmonton
The group chat went for a walk
Someone's group chat made it out for a walk together. Turns out the group chat is just them, walking solo. Relatable.
Group trying to find unique basketball courts for photoshoot
Locals hunting for interesting, unusual basketball courts around the city. Already got Wihkwentowin and O-Day-Min on the list — where else?
UCP handpicks lobbyist, former MP for electoral boundaries panel
Alberta's electoral map redesign includes controversial appointees. Opposition NDP says process lacks credibility.
Someone parked in the river valley
A car somehow ended up parked in the North Saskatchewan river valley. The river valley does its thing.
Alberta bars can now pour from 6 a.m., anytime they want
Liquor licensing rules relax. Establishments no longer need special permission for early service at major events.
Golf course closing after this season
Twin Willows Golf Club is shutting down permanently after this year. Long-time Edmonton players getting their last rounds in.
Extreme speeding has doubled since photo radar restrictions
City data shows 128% jump in vehicles exceeding speed limits by 30+ km/h. Province won't review enforcement requests until September.
South Edmonton's new omakase spot seats just 10
Sushi Bar Goshen brings chef-curated Japanese dining to the south side. Menu changes daily, seafood shipped direct from Japan.
Town orders pro-separation billboard removed after complaints
Cory Morgan's 'Choose Alberta' sign in Taber drew backlash. Organizer plans more billboards on private land.
Global Energy Show kicks off with federal, provincial leaders
Three-day conference expects 30,000 attendees as Alberta pushes its bitumen pipeline plans amid Middle East tensions.
ETS takes over Valley Line Southeast operations
Edmonton Transit Service will replace TransEd as operator of the Valley Line Southeast, a shift city officials say puts taxpayers first.
City explores expanded daytime shelter access
Edmonton is looking at ways to give people more access to shelter spaces during the day, not just overnight. Proposal in the works to address gaps in current services.
Alberta tightens student loan rules, raising costs
Post-secondary students must now contribute twice as much to loans, and parental income is back in the equation after 14 years.
Report flags rising speeding and collisions at Edmonton intersections
City council's latest report shows sharp increases in speeding and crashes at Edmonton intersections. The data is prompting conversation about traffic enforcement and road safety.
Alberta pitches cheap gas to lure data centers
The province is courting AI boom with abundant natural gas, a strategy at odds with Canada's plan to power data centers with clean energy.
Heavy police response near downtown Edmonton
One person in custody after heavy police presence near downtown Edmonton Monday night. Details still emerging.
Venus and Jupiter align in the sky tonight
Venus and Jupiter are super close in the sky right now — visible to the naked eye if you're outside. Don't miss it.
Mike Babcock tapped as next Oilers head coach
The seven-time Stanley Cup-winning coach will lead Edmonton's bid for a championship after seven years away from the NHL.
Inside Double Lunch's 'band hotel' for touring musicians
Emily Bachynski opened her Windsor Park home as a refuge for independent touring bands — a radical act of solidarity born from 10 years on the road.