24 h. ago ‘Backwards’: Union decries Pride flag removals from Edmonton public libraries

The union representing library employees is decrying a directive from the Edmonton Public Library (EPL) to remove Pride flags from public places in its branches as a step backwards for inclusion. Civic Service Union 52 says the library recently told staff to remove all Pride flags displayed in public areas of their workplaces. The rainbow […]

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24 h. ago ‘Step backwards’: Union decries Pride flag removals from Edmonton Public Library branches

CSU 52 local president Bryce Jowett told Postmedia he heard disappointment and anger from members about flags being taken down.

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28 h. ago Arctic Weather Blast to Put Strain on Europe’s Energy Systems

A blast of Arctic air will bring icy temperatures and low wind speeds to Europe over the next week, putting pressure on energy systems already struggling with depleted natural gas inventories.

Economics

5 d. ago Cascading Extreme Weather Events Unleash Billions in Damages Globally

As drought, heat, rain and more occur in tandem, they’re putting a strain on emergency management systems.

Events

9 d. ago Enrolment increases putting strain on Edmonton Public Schools, projects 172,000 students by 2034

Without additional capital funding, Edmonton Public Schools anticipates that enrolment growth will outpace the creation of new student spaces by approximately 28,500 by 2034.

Society

1 week ago Opinion: Public libraries celebrate the freedom to read what you like

As a librarian and the CEO of Edmonton Public Library (EPL), it is no surprise that I love to read. I have my favourite authors and genres, as well as those I am less fond of. EPL houses some of my most treasured books, alongside books with themes that I personally find unappealing, puzzling, or boring. […]

Culture

2 w. ago Edmonton Public Schools superintendent Darrel Robertson retires, ending a 30

Edmonton Public Schools superintendent Darrel Robertson is retiring at the end of the school year after a 30-year career.

Society

2 w. ago Edmonton adopts new public behaviour rule book banning spitting, drug use, panhandling near roads

Edmonton has a new rule book for public behaviour after getting the green light at city hall. City council unanimously approved the new Public Spaces Bylaw Tuesday morning meant to set clear expectations for behaviours that are and are not allowed in public in Edmonton. This includes bans on spitting, using drugs, panhandling by or […]

Transport

3 w. ago Alberta judge blocks order keeping kids with special needs out of class during strike

EDMONTON — An Alberta judge granted an injunction Thursday to block a ministerial order that has prevented children with special needs from attending school as a support strike drags on. More than 4,000 support staff, including educational assistants and cafeteria workers, have been on strike since mid-January over a wage dispute with the Edmonton Public […]

Society

3 w. ago Parents of kids with disabilities suing Alberta get injunction as education strike drags on

An injunction has been granted to halt a ministerial order giving Edmonton Public Schools permission to commence at-home learning for complex-needs students like those with autism.

Society

3 w. ago Opinion: Edmonton students with disabilities abandoned during strike

For more than a month, approximately 1,200 Edmonton students with disabilities have been denied their fundamental right to education. As the parent of a child with complex learning needs, I’ve watched with growing dismay as both Edmonton Public Schools and the provincial government have effectively segregated our most vulnerable students during the ongoing education support […]

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3 w. ago Hate crimes unit investigating vandalism at downtown Edmonton 2SLGBTQ+ bar

Edmonton police are hoping the public can help identify a suspect who was captured on camera committing the mischief at Evolution Wonderlounge in the city's downtown core. 

Economics