Edmontonians unite over September attack While Edmonton’s Somali community voiced its rejection of violence in the aftermath of the Sept. 30 knife and vehicle attack, it was also the catalyst for a demonstration of togetherness […] Kate Wilson December 2, 2017
Edmontonians unite over September attack While Edmonton’s Somali community voiced its rejection of violence in the aftermath of the Sept. 30 knife and vehicle attack, it was also the catalyst for a demonstration of togetherness […] Kate Wilson December 2, 2017
Collective kitchens make food affordable Our community loves to cook together. The newly renovated kitchen at Alberta Avenue Community Centre is already host to the Mennonite Centre’s Global Cooking program on Tuesdays, where new immigrants […] Constance Brissenden December 2, 2017
Why you should remember your community concerns The municipal election has come and gone, but we still have the lingering issues identified during the campaign. These issues are important to community members and come up during an […] Tamie Perryment December 2, 2017
Do your homework before renting a property Last spring, I signed a lease to move into what I thought was a beautiful home, blissfully unaware of the nightmare that was about to unfold. Looking back, I have […] Mimi Williams December 2, 2017
Christmas encourages the spirit of sharing Christmas is celebrated around the world in many different ways. Now that I’ve been in Canada for four Christmases, I understand Christmas as a good spirit that affects everyone. I […] Nadine Uwimana December 2, 2017
Protecting your pets during the winter When winter sets in, we prepare to keep ourselves warm, but we should also do the same for our pets. “One of the misconceptions is that we see these fluffy […] Mari Sasano December 1, 2017
Cycling with confidence throughout the year Cycling in the winter may seem precarious and even dangerous, but with proper precautions, it can be rewarding, fun, and a simple way to get around town. “The most important […] Stephen Strand December 1, 2017
City resources help vulnerable individuals Winter is a chilly time to be intoxicated in public, with the city and season bringing unique dangers. Const. Cam Buffalo, a member of one of Edmonton Police Service’s northwest […] Talea Medynski December 1, 2017
Medical marijuana has numerous benefits Seniors curious about medical marijuana attended a packed forum predominantly about the drug at the Central Lions Seniors Association on Nov. 20. Dr. Mark H. Kimmins, who started as a […] Rusti Lehay December 1, 2017
Seniors want to stay in their communities When it comes to housing, today’s seniors want choice. “They don’t want one size fits all, because lifestyles are so varied,” said Maxine Mcleod, an occupational therapist. “Seniors want to […] Kate Wilson December 1, 2017
Local champions make communities better On Nov. 4, Arts on the Ave (AOTA) debuted the Champions of Alberta Avenue project, which includes photography, written profiles, and a short film. Visit artsontheave.org for more information on […] Shirley Serviss December 1, 2017