Edmonton canada news

Here are some recent news articles from Edmonton, Canada:

Local News

  1. Edmonton's new bike lanes spark controversy: The city's new bike lanes on 102 Avenue and 109 Street have been met with criticism from some residents who feel they are causing traffic congestion and parking issues. (Edmonton Journal)
  2. Edmonton police investigate string of downtown robberies: Police are investigating a series of robberies that have occurred in the downtown area over the past few weeks, including a convenience store and a restaurant. (Global News)
  3. New affordable housing complex opens in Edmonton: A new affordable housing complex has opened in the city, providing 120 units of housing for low-income individuals and families. (CTV News)

Provincial News

  1. Alberta government announces funding for new Edmonton hospital: The Alberta government has announced funding for a new hospital in Edmonton, which will replace the existing Royal Alexandra Hospital. (Edmonton Sun)
  2. Edmonton to host 2023 Canada Winter Games: Edmonton has been selected to host the 2023 Canada Winter Games, which will bring together athletes from across the country to compete in various winter sports. (CBC News)
  3. Alberta introduces new rules for ride-hailing services: The Alberta government has introduced new rules for ride-hailing services, including requirements for driver screening and vehicle inspections. (Edmonton Journal)

National News

  1. Federal government announces funding for Edmonton's LRT expansion: The federal government has announced funding for the expansion of Edmonton's Light Rail Transit (LRT) system, which will add new lines and stations to the city's public transportation network. (Edmonton Sun)
  2. Edmonton's economy grows faster than expected: According to a new report, Edmonton's economy grew faster than expected in 2022, driven by growth in the energy and construction sectors. (Global News)
  3. Canada's inflation rate rises to 7.7%: The Canadian inflation rate has risen to 7.7%, driven by higher prices for food, housing, and transportation. (CTV News)

Sports News

  1. Edmonton Oilers trade forward for defenseman: The Edmonton Oilers have traded forward Andreas Athanasiou to the Detroit Red Wings in exchange for defenseman Mike Hoffman. (Edmonton Journal)
  2. Edmonton Elks sign quarterback Trevor Harris: The Edmonton Elks have signed quarterback Trevor Harris to a one-year contract, replacing the team's previous starter, Mike Reilly. (Global News)
  3. Edmonton Stingers win Canadian Elite Basketball League championship: The Edmonton Stingers have won the Canadian Elite Basketball League championship, defeating the Fraser Valley Bandits in the final game. (Edmonton Sun)