Wednesday · Sep 9, 2026
Finance minister says Alberta is central to Canada's energy strategy amid U.S. trade tensions
François-Philippe Champagne told Edmonton business leaders Wednesday that Canada is in a "position of strength" despite Trump's new tariffs on beverages, dairy, and motorcycles.
Someone spotted a blue jay in Edmonton
blue jay sighting in the city. folks on r/edmonton confirming if anyone else caught one.
Federal $2.2 million funds Empire Fighting Chance boxing program for at-risk Edmonton youth
Justice Minister Sean Fraser announced funding for a non-contact boxing and mentoring initiative targeting youth aged 9-30. The program aims to reduce violence and gang involvement.
Flood insurance claims still stuck after weeks with TD Insurance
summer flooding left basements needing repairs and one person's been emailing TD for 7 weeks with no reply after their claim was filed in June. others on reddit sharing similar delays.
Corrections van releases detainee in Chinatown parking lot, prompting Alberta reform calls
A September 3 incident where a detainee was dropped on private property near Pacific Mall sparked anger from business leaders demanding formal discharge protocols.
Bullwinkle's postcards stirring nostalgia on Reddit
Someone picked up old Bullwinkle's postcards from a Marketplace seller and it's sparking nostalgia in the subreddit. People are posting their favourite memories — apparently...
High-Level Agree or Disagree asks LRT riders for hot takes
New show called High-Level Agree or Disagree is asking LRT riders for their hot takes, inspired by the Subway Takes format from other cities. Basically roasting commuters with...
Edmonton police issue urgent alert for man and two children missing 12 days from Manning Town Centre
Scot MacDermid, 42, and his children George, 6, and Lesley, 9, have not been seen since Friday, Aug. 28. Police say they are concerned for the family's welfare.
Local cleaning company using drone at Art Gallery downtown
Someone caught a drone cleaning the exterior of the Art Gallery downtown. Never seen that before — apparently a local cleaning company figured out a way to reach high spots...
Saddle Lake Cree Nation asserts treaty right to provide gender-affirming care
The First Nation is invoking Treaty 6's medicine chest clause to offer gender-affirming care outside Alberta's restrictions, citing elevated suicide risk in Indigenous communities.
Weird Al performed at Oilers game and people caught the last song
Weird Al hit the stage at an Oilers event and folks managed to grab video of the last 20 seconds of 'We All Have Cellphones' before the set wrapped. Classic Weird Al chaos if...
Helicopter hoisting happening in river valley near Quesnell Bridge
Someone spotted helicopter activity in the river valley near Quesnell Bridge, probably part of the drainage upgrades Whitson Contracting is wrapping up there. Nobody's totally...
Edmonton passes law to tax owners of abandoned commercial properties at higher rate
Council passed a bylaw Tuesday to tax owners of abandoned commercial properties at higher rates, projected to raise $400,000 annually while costing $1 million to implement.
Fireworks went off downtown and peace officers just kinda stood around
Fireworks started going off from the surface lot beside the high level street car track on 109th and Jasper, and when a peace officer and fire truck showed up, they just stood...
Three charged in plan to traffic drugs into Edmonton Institution using drones
Angelica Ager, 26, Caleb Ganton-Tinker, 21, and inmate Dakota Aubichon, 31, face trafficking charges after a May 2025 seizure of $336,000 worth of drugs and two drones.
Mysterious book with handwritten message in every mailbox on street
Someone dropped a book with no return address in mailboxes all down a street at 9 p.m., and inside is a weird handwritten message mentioning holy family members and names....
Edmonton police investigate suspicious fire at Parkview home slated for demolition
Fire occurred one day after nearly 200 residents gathered at the same intersection to protest infill development in the neighbourhood.
Lost MacEwan sweaters on bus 109B from Northgate
Someone left a shopping bag on ETS bus 109B between Northgate and Castle Downs with two MacEwan bookstore sweaters and a hat — expensive stuff left near the back. They've filed...
Alberta registries expand proof of citizenship options as licence renewal demand surges
Service Alberta now accepts recently expired passports and broader citizenship certificates to handle a 33% jump in July renewals.
Police seek public's help locating missing man and two children last seen at Manning Town Centre
Scot MacDermid, 42, and his children George, 6, and Lesley, 9, vanished August 28. Police concerned for their welfare.
