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Go beyond the facts and figures to uncover the spirit of Edmonton and the people who make it what it is.

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An Indigenous man holding a red stick and heart-shaped drum stands next to a traffic control box wrapped with his artwork of a jingle dress dancer holding a fan of feathers.

At the intersection of art and reconciliation

Artist Lance Cardinal hopes his work encourages Edmontonians to stop, reflect ...
IndigenousArts + Culture
A man standing between two drag performers.

Drag shows and hot turkey sandwiches

Rob Browatzke spends a lot of his nights in downtown Edmonton. He’s ...
Business + InnovationArts + Culture
Colourful artwork depicting various elements of Indigenous culture, including trees, a campfire, a longhouse and traditional symbols. The composition is divided into sections with different color themes, featuring detailed patterns and designs. Artist Leah Dorion.

University of Alberta’s Indigenous Canada course an important “catalyst for change”

The University of Alberta's Indigenous Canada course enhances cultural awareness and ...
IndigenousTalent + Education
A close-up of the printed map with two buildings on a grid of downtown Edmonton streets, including Jasper Avenue.

Mapping Edmonton's queer history

Learn about the milestones and resiliency of the city’s LGBTQ2S+ community.
Arts + CultureLiving Here
Keenan Pascal wearing a black Token Bitters shirt, smiles while holding up a vibrant purple mocktail with lemon garnish. The background features a neon sign with the word "SPILT".

Crafting connection, one mocktail at a time

Spilt Zero Proof is more than just a bar. It’s a ...
Business + InnovationLiving Here

YEGPEDIA Flora and Fauna

From the forests to the fields, our city’s urban landscape is ...
Living HereArts + Culture
Two women playing in a ball hockey game; the goalie and a forward, both wearing purple jerseys with ducks crests.

Play like a girl

Playing like a girl means playing hard, playing smart and playing ...
Arts + CultureLiving Here

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