May 2009 News
City Reaches Deals With Four Unions
May 29, 2009
The City of Edmonton has agreed on new two-year contracts with four unions representing 65% of employees
Belvedere LRT Parking Lot Upgrade
May 29, 2009
The temporary parking lot on the east side of Belvedere LRT Station will be closed for upgrading starting Monday, June 1, 2009
Edmonton's John Janzen Nature Centre Presents Forever Frogs
May 29, 2009
Check out the unique and vast array of frogs from all corners of the world
Film Fest Makes Stop in Edmonton
May 28, 2009
On May 28 and 29, Edmontonians can experience the world from a different perspective
New Not-for-Profit Company Will Build on Fort Edmonton Park’s Success
May 28, 2009
Edmonton lawyer Doug Goss will serve as Chair of the inaugural board of directors of a new, not-for-profit company being established to manage Fort Edmonton Park
Theatre Troupe Changing the World from the Seat of Their Bicycles
May 27, 2009
A group of young cyclists from across Canada will ride into Edmonton armed with an inspiring message of hope and sustainability
Council Recognizes Second Annual Creative Age Festival
May 27, 2009
The Festival will run June 9th through June 16th, 2009
May 27, 2009
The City’s Avenue Initiative Revitalization project will turn 118th Ave over to the capable paws of its canine community for the third annual Avenue Goes to the Dogs
Time for Citizens to Have Their Say on Edmonton’s Ward System
May 26, 2009
City Council wants to know what Edmontonians think about proposed changes to Edmonton’s ward system
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May 26, 2009
Heritage Valley Town Centre could be a model of transit oriented development
Hip Hop Artist Roland Pemberton/Cadence Weapon Named Edmonton's Next Poet Laureate
May 26, 2009
Meet Roland Pemberton (professionally known as Cadence Weapon), poet, writer and hip hop artist, and the City of Edmonton’s next Poet Laureate.
City Achieves Highest Level of Environmental Certification
May 26, 2009
Nine of the City of Edmonton's branches representing more than 70 per cent of staff have achieved ISO 14001 certification
Edmonton Joins 13 Other Municipalities to Help Make Cities Safer
May 25, 2009
Edmonton now has a guide to investment and activities aimed at crime prevention and community safety.
Gwangju Awarded the 2015 Summer Universiade
May 23, 2009
The Federation Internationale du Sport Universitaire (FISU) announced today in Brussels, Belgium that Gwangju, Korea has been chosen to host the 2015 Summer Universiade
Jasper Place Bowl Gets Artificial Turf
May 22, 2009
The City of Edmonton invites you to an information session to learn more about the improvements and upgrades coming to the Jasper Place Bowl
25th Annual SUBWAY® Coronation Triathlon
May 22, 2009
Triathletes racing through streets of northwest Edmonton
City Mails Tax Notices to Property Owners
May 22, 2009
Deadline to pay is June 30, or apply for monthly payment plan
Edmontonians Honoured for Contributions to Inclusion and Accessibility
May 21, 2009
The Mayor’s Awards for contributions to inclusion and accessibility recognize those who have made Edmonton a better place to live for people with disabilities
Citizens Invited to Review Options for City Centre Airport Lands
May 21, 2009
Workshop and open houses will refine public input
Public Process Lifts Off for West and Southeast LRT Routes
May 21, 2009
We’re moving forward. Get involved.
CO2RE $500 Furnace Rebate Program Ending
May 20, 2009
The City of Edmonton is ending its $500 CO2RE furnace rebate program on May 22
Universal Change Room for New Queen Elizabeth Pool Stays, With Modified Design
May 15, 2009
Friends of Queen Elizabeth Pool Society endorses revised design
Ground Broken on New Animal Care and Control Centre
May 15, 2009
Stray pets in Edmonton will soon have a better place to wait for their owners
Edmonton – It’s Time to Tell Our Story to the World
May 14, 2009
Edmontonians are being asked to share their stories with the world
How to Stop Marijuana Grow Operations
May 14, 2009
Join Surrey, B.C. fire chief, Len Garis for a presentation on an alternative public safety approach to stopping marijuana grow operations
City Targeting Unsecured Loads this Weekend
May 14, 2009
Residents reminded to secure loads to protect the environment and others
Residents Reminded to Use Legal-Sized Garbage Cans
May 13, 2009
Waste from oversized cans won’t be collected
Be on the Lookout for Edmonton’s Best Front Yards in Bloom
May 13, 2009
Edmonton gardeners are anxious to spruce up their yards now that spring has finally arrived
Kick Off the Summer Party at Edmonton’s Mill Creek Outdoor Pool
May 13, 2009
Edmonton’s Mill Creek Outdoor Pool will be opening for the summer season on the Victoria Day long weekend
Great Divide Waterfall to Celebrate Victoria Day
May 12, 2009
A long weekend tradition returns to Edmonton on Sunday May 17
City Celebrates Edmonton’s Good Neighbours
May 12, 2009
Edmonton’s good neighbours are helping make the city safer
So Long Drive-in, Hello Movies on the Square
May 11, 2009
Movies on the Square returns to Sir Winston Churchill Square
Edmonton’s Fort Edmonton Park Presents Spring Carnival
May 11, 2009
Fort Edmonton Park’s summer season is kicking off with the Spring Carnival
Planning, Managing and Policing the City’s Nightlife
May 08, 2009
Responsible Hospitality Edmonton is hosting a two-day forum
“Picture This” Film Festival – On the Road in Edmonton
May 08, 2009
Film festival celebrates short films produced, directed or written by people with disabilities
Citizen Panel Pilot Proves Edmontonians Passionate About Building a Better City
May 08, 2009
What happens when 48 Edmontonians from diverse backgrounds spend six Saturdays together to exchange ideas on their vision for the city they live in?
City Cracks Down on Downtown Jaywalkers
May 08, 2009
Pedestrians who jaywalk or ignore don’t-walk signals downtown are being targeted in a bylaw crackdown
“Get Ready in the Park” on Emergency Preparedness Day
May 08, 2009
What have you done to prepare if you have to stay in your house for a week?
Alberta Ave Bloomin’ With Flowers and Vibrant Community Life
May 08, 2009
The Bloomin’ Garden Show and Art Sale takes place Saturday
Edmonton Revs Up for Motorcycle Safety
May 07, 2009
The City encourages new riders to take a motorcycle driver safety course
Better Fire Protection in Edmonton Could Mean Cheaper Insurance for Business
May 07, 2009
Reductions of six to nine per cent possible
Nightclub Fined for Fire Code Violation
May 07, 2009
An Edmonton night club has been fined for obstructing an emergency exit
Citizens Urged to be Fire Smart After Rash of Fires in May
May 06, 2009
The City of Edmonton’s fire marshal is urging citizens to use caution when using fire pits and discarding cigarettes
Edmonton School Kids Learn to Embrace our Urban Forest on Arbor Day
May 04, 2009
Sir Wilfred Laurier Park becomes the educational backdrop for future stewards of our urban forest.
Planning for Higher Density, Walkability Around the Stadium LRT Station
May 01, 2009
The City of Edmonton is working on a transit-oriented development plan for the area surrounding the Stadium LRT Station
Send in Photos With Your Vision for City Centre Airport Lands
May 01, 2009
City Centre Airport consultation seek photos
