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Alberta's Ukrainian Cultural Heritage Village Reopens One Year After a Fire Destroyed Its Visitor Centre and Decades of Irreplaceable Artifacts
On April 18, 2025, a fire gutted the visitor centre at one of Alberta's most important heritage sites, wiping out irreplaceable artifacts and decades of research files donated by Ukrainian-Canadian families. The historic buildings survived. On May 16, the gates open again.
Edmonton Approves Land for African Multicultural Community Centre After 20-Year Push
After two decades of advocacy, Edmonton's executive committee has unanimously approved the land that will make the African Multicultural Community Centre a reality a $54-million cultural hub serving communities rooted in more than 50 nations, with construction expected to start this summer.
Edmonton Police Name Man Charged After Repeat Harassment of Women at University of Alberta
Muhammad Ahmed, 33, is now under a court order banning him from the U of A campus after police say he targeted women there twice in March and has a history of the same behaviour in other cities.
Leduc RCMP Seeking Public Help to Identify Two Suspects in Random Tire Slashing Spree
Leduc RCMP are looking for two male suspects caught on surveillance camera randomly slashing tires on multiple vehicles parked in a Leduc neighbourhood on April 10.
Edmonton Daycare Worker Charged with Sexual Assault, Police Seek Additional Complainants
Edmonton Police have charged a 21-year-old daycare teaching assistant with sexual assault and sexual interference following a complaint from a parent on April 8. Kulraj Singh, who also worked at a second central Edmonton daycare, was arrested April 21 and released on bail. Police believe there may be additional complainants.
Edmonton Rents Are Falling And Alberta Has One of the Biggest Drops in the Country
The latest Rentals.ca and Urbanation report shows Edmonton apartment rents down 2.2% to $1,488, while Alberta-wide rents fell 4.6% — the second steepest provincial decline in Canada.
Tutti Frutti Breakfast & Lunch Is the Diner That's Taking Over Edmonton Alberta
With locations across Edmonton, St. Albert, Spruce Grove, Leduc, and Sherwood Park, the beloved breakfast and brunch chain has built a loyal following across the province one crepe at a time.
Edmonton Tattoo Artist Charged with Five Counts of Sexual Assault After Incidents at Two City Studios
Edmonton police have charged 40-year-old Iskotew Gladu with five counts of sexual assault following reports that he touched female clients in a sexual manner while tattooing them. Investigators believe there may be more victims.
Alberta RCMP Seek to Identify Man Accused of Exposing Himself to Employee at Sherwood Park Pet Store
RCMP are asking for the public’s help identifying a man accused of exposing himself to a female employee inside a Sherwood Park pet store on two separate occasions earlier this year.
Edmonton's Housing Market Is Picking Up Steam But It's Not the Market Sellers Remember
Edmonton recorded 2,133 home sales in March a 33% jump from February but year-over-year numbers tell a different story, with inventory 31.6% higher than this time last year and sales still running below 2025 levels.
Edmonton Residents Honoured After Saving Stranger’s Life During Medical Emergency
Two Edmonton community members are being recognized by Alberta Health Services after their quick thinking and immediate action helped save the life of a stranger who collapsed behind their workplace.
Edmonton's Butterdome Goes Viral After Being Called the Ugliest Building in Canada
The iconic yellow pavilion on the University of Alberta campus has always divided opinions but a viral post with nearly 280,000 views just made the Butterdome a talking point far beyond Edmonton.
Explosive Device Found in Sherwood Park Car May Have Been Designed to Kill Multiple People
A routine traffic stop in Strathcona County may have prevented a potentially deadly incident after RCMP officers discovered a homemade explosive device inside a vehicle.
Why Edmonton Is Becoming One of Canada’s Fastest-Growing Event Cities
Edmonton is emerging as a major event city in Canada, from festivals to international competitions. Here’s why more events are choosing Edmonton.
Edmonton Man Charged With Human Trafficking, Bestiality After Lengthy ALERT Investigation
An Edmonton man is facing 26 criminal charges after investigators allege he trafficked and exploited multiple women in the city, with additional disturbing allegations involving animal abuse.
Edmonton Police Warn of "Bank Courier" Scam After Toronto Man Arrested in Edmonton
Suspects claiming to be official bank representatives are calling Edmontonians and stating that their bank cards have been compromised, and their cards are required to be placed in an envelope for collection. A driver then attends their residence and collects the package
Edmonton Police Investigating Suspicious Death of 52-Year-Old Man in West Edmonton, Male Youth Arrested
Edmonton Police are investigating the death of a 52-year-old man after officers were called to a residence near West Edmonton Mall on Friday evening. A male youth was arrested at the scene and the EPS Homicide Section has taken over the investigation.
RCMP Seeking Public Help to Find Missing 13-Year-Old Alexis Ermineskin-Crier from Wetaskiwin
Wetaskiwin RCMP and Alexis Ermineskin-Crier's family are asking for the public's help locating a 13-year-old girl last seen in Wetaskiwin on April 3, 2026.
Canada's First Indigenous Film Festival Returns to Edmonton April 15 Here's What to Know About Dreamspeakers 2026
The Dreamspeakers International Indigenous Film Festival returns to Edmonton April 15 to 19, featuring over 30 films from Indigenous filmmakers across Canada, the United States, Australia, Brazil and Fiji with a free opening night screening to kick things off.
Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack Departs on 11-Day Trade Mission to China and Japan
Mayor Andrew Knack left Edmonton Saturday on an Edmonton Global-led trade mission to China and Japan, with the goal of drawing foreign investment into the city's manufacturing and clean energy sectors. The trip runs until April 15.
From Edmonton Motels to the NBA: How Onsi Saleh Is Turning the Atlanta Hawks Into a Contender
Raised in Edmonton and educated at the University of Alberta, Onsi Saleh is now the general manager of the Atlanta Hawks and his first season running the show has the franchise on track for the playoffs after one of the most controversial trades in recent memory.
Edmonton Mayor Andrew Knack Names Former Federal NDP MP Blake Desjarlais as Chief of Staff
Mayor Andrew Knack has appointed Blake Desjarlais a former NDP Member of Parliament for Edmonton-Griesbach as Chief of Staff for the Mayor's Office, effective April 7, 2026.
Edmonton Woman Missing Since August Partner Charged with Murder, Body Still Not Found
Marika "Mika" Sutton, 29, was last seen in Mill Woods in August 2025. Five months later, her partner John Angus Joseph MacArthur, 47, was arrested in Charlottetown, P.E.I. and charged with second-degree murder. Her remains have not been located. Police believe her body was disposed of along Highway 2 between Wetaskiwin and Lacombe in late August 2025.
Edmonton's Winspear Centre Is Getting a Second Concert Hall Here's What's Being Built
Edmonton's Winspear Centre expansion is finally getting finished. The new 550-seat Music Box concert hall is set to open fall 2027 here's what's being built and why it almost didn't happen.
Edmonton Man Missing Since 2020 May Have Been Spotted Near River Valley
Edmonton police believe Jeffrey Caporale, missing since April 2020, may have been recently spotted near Groat Road and 102 Avenue but officers weren't able to confirm his identity before losing contact.
19-Year-Old Edmonton Man Arrested in Calgary After Weeks on the Run for Two GTA Murders
Isaiah Thomas Badger, 19, of Edmonton, was arrested in Calgary on March 19 after weeks on the run following a Canada-wide warrant for two separate murders in Vaughan and Etobicoke. Here's the full timeline.
Daryl Katz Net Worth 2026: Edmonton Oilers Owner Now Worth $7.2 Billion After Forbes Ranking
Daryl Katz, Edmonton-born owner of the Edmonton Oilers, has a net worth of $7.2 billion according to the 2026 Forbes World's Billionaires List up $1.4 billion in a single year.
Edmonton's South Asian Community Has Been Targeted by Extortion for Years Two Men Finally Deported as 51 More Suspects Identified
Edmonton police and the CBSA have deported two men and identified 51 additional suspects tied to a violent extortion network targeting South Asian business owners in Edmonton. The joint forces operation involving EPS, ALERT, RCMP, and CBSA is ongoing.
University of Alberta Women's Volleyball Team Brings Home First National Title in Nearly Two Decades
The University of Alberta Pandas swept Sherbrooke 3-0 on Sunday to win the 2026 U Sports national women's volleyball championship their first title since 2007. Abby Guezen of Sherwood Park was named tournament MVP as the Pandas claimed their eighth national banner.
Edmonton Police Chief Defends Israel Trip and Pushes Back on His Critics
Edmonton Police Chief Warren Driechel has broken his silence on the Israel trip that divided the city, defending the visit and pushing back on calls from community groups to account for it. It's his first public statement since Mayor Andrew Knack called him out last week and he's not backing down
Leon Draisaitl Out for the Rest of the Regular Season After Hit in Nashville Game
Leon Draisaitl is out for the rest of the regular season after taking a hit from Nashville's Ozzy Wiesblatt on Sunday. The Oilers, sitting just four points ahead of the playoff cut line with 14 games left, now face a difficult stretch without their second-best player.
Edmonton Man Birinder Singh, 22, Identified in Fatal Weekend Shooting on the QEII
Birinder Singh, 22, has been identified by family and friends as the Edmonton man shot and killed on Highway 2 south of Leduc on Saturday afternoon. RCMP's Major Crimes Unit is investigating and has no images of the suspect vehicle.
Driver Killed in Highway 2 Shooting Near Leduc Alberta
A driver was shot and killed on Highway 2 near Leduc Saturday afternoon. Alberta RCMP Major Crimes is investigating and the suspect vehicle has not been identified.
Edmonton's Mayor Just Called Out His Own Police Chief and the City Is Divided
Edmonton's mayor is calling out his police chief over a controversial trip to Israel and the city is divided. Here's what happened, what council is saying, and what comes next.
Ponoka RCMP Search for Missing 15-Year-Old Jennifer Thom Last Seen Over Two Weeks Ago, Believed Heading to Edmonton and Leduc
Ponoka RCMP are urgently asking Albertans — especially those in the Edmonton and Leduc areas — to help locate 15-year-old Jennifer Thom, who has not been seen in over two weeks.
Shaq Spotted at Mazati Lounge in Edmonton Alberta
Basketball legend Shaquille O'Neal was recently spotted at Mazati Lounge on Sherwood Drive in Sherwood Park. The sighting has Edmonton buzzing but what's The Big Diesel doing in YEG? Could he be in town to catch Oilers forward Shaq Hyman in action, or is there another reason for his visit?
19-Year-Old Edmonton Man Wanted in Two Separate GTA Murders Canada-Wide Warrant Issued
An Edmonton teenager wanted in two Toronto-area murders was known locally as a rapper before his name surfaced in a national murder investigation and he's still on the run.
Measles Exposure Alert Issued for Two Edmonton Hospitals as Alberta Outbreak Continues
Alberta issues measles exposure alert for two Edmonton hospitals after a confirmed case was linked to multiple locations on February 25 and 28, as the province's outbreak continues into 2026
Edmonton Police Warning Southwest Residents After Seven Break-Ins Near Ravine Communities
Seven homes near the Whitemud and Blackmud Creek ravines have been broken into since January. Police say suspects are hitting during evening hours and everyone in the area is a potential target.
Never Go Outside Again? Edmontonians Are Dreaming of Apartments Connected to West Edmonton Mall
The City of Edmonton approved a 600-unit apartment building at West Edmonton Mall back in 2002. It was never built. Now Edmontonians are asking why and the idea is going viral again
Edmonton Transit Ridership Down 1.8 Million in Three Months. After Years of Growth, New Data Shows What's Driving People Away
Record ridership in 2024. A collapse in fall 2025. Strikes, construction, safety incidents, and fare hikes here's the full story behind Edmonton transit's rough three months.
Edmonton Corner Store Sold Synthetic Drugs, Brass Knuckles, and Psilocybin Edibles Police Raided It Three Times
A chain of Edmonton corner stores was quietly selling far more than chips and lottery tickets and police say the shelves kept getting restocked with illegal goods even after officers showed up with a search warrant.
Edmonton Once Had a Waterfall Pouring Off the High Level Bridge, And We Still Miss It
For nearly 30 years, a man-made waterfall poured off the High Level Bridge 64 metres straight down into the North Saskatchewan River, seven metres taller than Niagara Falls. Kayakers paddled through it. Rainbows formed beneath it. And then one day, the city quietly turned it off forever. Here's the story Edmonton forgot
Edmonton Activates Extreme Weather Response as City Faces Two Days of Heavy Snow and a Plunge to -20s
Edmonton is bracing for one of the more brutal cold snaps of the season and the city isn't waiting around.
Homeless Edmonton Man Goes Viral After Challenging Alberta Separatist's Claims
A powerful street encounter in Edmonton has captured thousands of views online, sparking conversations about political rhetoric versus real-world action
A 44-year-old father of three died after waiting more than 8 hours at Grey Nuns Hospital in Edmonton
Prashant Sreekumar waited 8 hours at Edmonton's Grey Nuns Hospital with severe chest pain. He collapsed and died before seeing a doctor. His family is demanding answers as Alberta's ER wait times reach dangerous levels
Attention Edmonton Northsiders: A New Costco Is Coming to Manning Town Centre
A new Costco warehouse is coming to Manning Town Centre at 153 Avenue and Manning Drive, giving Northside Edmonton shoppers a long-awaited alternative to the packed Yellowhead location. If timelines hold, expect doors to open around August 2026
Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre Set to Open Ahead of Schedule in Edmonton
Edmonton's Coronation Park Sports and Recreation Centre opens January 27, 2026 North America's first indoor triathlon training facility featuring a 50-metre pool, 250-metre velodrome, and running track all under one roof.
Police Hunting for Man Who Sexually Assaulted Women at West Edmonton Mall
Edmonton police are searching for a man who allegedly followed and assaulted multiple women at West Edmonton Mall last month
Edmonton Braces for Brutal Cold Snap as City Opens Warming Centres
Winter isn't playing nice this year. Edmonton triggered its extreme weather response Monday as a brutal cold snap threatens to send temperatures plummeting below -30 by week's end.
Edmonton's Tax Problem: Property Tax Hike While Calgary Keeps Rates Low
Edmonton city council just approved a 6.9% property tax hike for 2026 capping four years of increases that add up to roughly 30%. Meanwhile, Calgary held theirs to 1.6%. Same province, very different outcomes.
Dave Chappelle's Edmonton show goes off the rails
Dave Chappelle came to Rogers Place on Tuesday night. By most accounts, he won't be back.The legendary comedian's December 3 performance quickly turned sour as hecklers derailed the set, with some...
Quick-Thinking Staff Save Student's Life at South Edmonton School
Staff at a South Edmonton Catholic school are being credited with saving a student’s life after a medical emergency on the playground.During recess last week at St. Thomas Aquinas Catholic School, a student went into sudden cardiac arrest.
Edmonton Votes to Demolish Argyll Velodrome
Edmonton Council approved $3.2 million to demolish the Argyll Velodrome despite five councilors voting to save it.
Edmonton Woman Loses Both Legs, Now Inspires Thousands from Hospital
On a routine October workday, Raelyn Janssen was doing what she always did working hard at a landscaping job in St. Albert. Minutes later, she was fighting for her life.An SUV struck a parked trailer, pinning the 23-year-old beneath it.
YEGWAVE Confirmed Not to Be Based in Alberta, Despite Strong Local Presence
YEGWAVE, a large Edmonton based Culture Page, appears to list its location as the Netherlands on public account data, prompting discussion about local authenticity and representation.
Community Mourns After Fatal Assault in Central Edmonton
A 55-year-old Edmonton man, identified as Arvi Singh Sagoo, has died after an assault near 109 Street and 100 Avenue. Police have charged Kyle Papin, 40, and say further charges may follow. Sagoo is remembered as a kind father whose death has left the community grieving and rallying in support of his two children.
Caught on Camera: Edmonton Delivery Driver Pretends to Drop Off Order, Then Takes It Back
A viral security video from Edmonton has sparked frustration among local residents after showing a food delivery driver appearing to fake a drop-off snapping the confirmation photo, then walking away with the meal still in hand.
Edmonton Designer Maria Wozniak Showcases Alberta Creativity on National Stage
Edmonton’s Maria Augusta Wozniak is one of 16 designers in Canada chosen for the 2025 Cashmere Collection, creating a couture dress from bathroom tissue to raise funds for breast cancer research. Vote...
Must-Eat Places in Edmonton: Where to Grab a Bite You’ll Never Forget
Edmonton isn’t just about hockey, the river valley, or long winters it’s also a seriously underrated food city. From late-night shawarma to brunch spots that will make you forget about your diet, here are some must-eat places that every foodie (and hungry visitor) needs to try.
Edmonton’s Mayoral Race: The Battle Lines Are Drawn, But the Outcome Isn’t
Edmonton Heading into the October 20, 2025 municipal election, more than half the city says things are on the wrong track. But in a race where no candidate has pulled decisively ahead, it’s clear there are still plenty of voters up for grabs.
Dashcam Footage Captures Brazen Phone Snatching in Downtown Edmonton
A phone snatching on Jasper Avenue was caught on dashcam this week. But it's not the thief that has Edmonton talking it's the elderly man with a cane who stepped in to confront him. What would you do in that situation?
A Massive Fire Breaks Out Near The Gamers Den on 119 Street
Massive blaze erupts on 119 Street near Kingsway, sending heavy smoke and flames into the night sky.
Edmonton’s Northlands Coliseum Set for 2025 Demolition
Edmonton’s Northlands Coliseum, once home to the Oilers, will be demolished in 2025 due to costly upkeep and safety hazards. The site is set for redevelopment with housing, an urban plaza, and a new LRT station.