Friday, August 29, 2025
Phase 1 of Edmonton’s Metro Line Northwest LRT extension opens ahead of schedule
The City of Edmonton announced Phase 1 of the Metro Line Northwest LRT extension has been completed on budget and more than a year ahead…
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Alberta announces new Anthony Henday lanes open in southwest Edmonton
The Government of Alberta announced that construction to widen the southwest leg of Anthony Henday Drive is now complete. To reduce congestion and travel time…
Alberta expanding emergency department services in Edmonton
The Government of Alberta announced that the new Misericordia Community Hospital emergency department will significantly increase capacity, providing care for three times more patients than…
Edmonton announces opening of Valley Line Southeast LRT
The City of Edmonton announced the Valley Line Southeast LRT will open for passenger service on Saturday, November 4. Service will begin at 5:15 a.m.…
Edmonton City Council gives final approval for new affordable and supportive housing
The City of Edmonton City Council announced the approval of two new affordable and supportive housing projects. The two developments—City-led supportive housing in Holyrood and…
Edmonton opens new Smith Crossing Pedestrian Bridge ahead of schedule
The City of Edmonton announced that the new Smith Crossing Pedestrian Bridge is now open, on budget, ahead of schedule and in time for fall…
New pedestrian bridge in Edmonton connects people, places and communities
The City of Edmonton announced that the new 170 Street pedestrian bridge, located midway between 87 Avenue and 90 Avenue, is now open, offering a…
Edmonton starts construction on Lewis Farms Facility and Park
The City of Edmonton announced that construction has started on the Lewis Farms Facility and Park — a new facility and community hub where Edmontonians…
Edmonton’s newest fire station and first net-zero energy facility opens
The City of Edmonton welcomed residents from the Windermere community into the city’s 31st fire station and its first net-zero energy building. “The new Windermere…
Edmonton harnessing solar at 25 facilities as part of climate resiliency
The City of Edmonton announced it is harnessing the power of the sun with a growing number of solar photovoltaic (PV) installations on existing City-owned…
Edmonton-Strathcona County Footbridge Project celebrates sod turning
The City of Edmonton officially marked the start of construction on the Edmonton-Strathcona County Footbridge with a sod turning event. “To build a vibrant, healthy…
Redeveloped Edmonton Stadium LRT Station increases access to major events
The City of Edmonton announced that redevelopment work at Stadium LRT Station is now complete – the first major LRT station rehabilitation to be completed…
Province of Alberta funding upgrades to Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre
The Alberta Government announced it is investing in upgrades to Edmonton’s Citadel Theatre, a performing arts hub and an important partner in Alberta’s vibrant arts…
Canada funds building retrofit at Edmonton Indigenous high school
The Government of Canada announced funding to increase energy conservation through a building retrofit at Inner City High School, which provides Edmonton’s Indigenous and other urban…
Canada invests to make Edmonton more resilient to flood risks
The Government of Canada and the City of Edmonton announced more than $22 million in federal funding to help reduce flood risk and damage in…
Edmonton selects PCL to deliver cornerstone project of Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion
The City of Edmonton announced it has chosen PCL Construction as its partner to deliver the St. Albert Trail to 97 Street project, which is…
Edmonton celebrates ambitious capital construction season
The City of Edmonton announced it is wrapping up another successful construction season—one of the most ambitious capital seasons in history, representing more than 300…
Edmonton approves new affordable housing, eclipses four-year targets
With the approval of grants for 258 new units of affordable housing, the City of Edmonton announced it has surpassed its four-year affordable housing targets.…
City of Edmonton building to house largest rooftop solar array in Canada
The City of Edmonton announced that the Edmonton Expo Centre will soon be home to the largest rooftop solar array in the country. Phase 1…
CCPPP announces winners of National Awards for P3s
A brand-new Ontario hospital pressed into service during the COVID-19 pandemic, an innovative Canadian bespoke airport project in Bermuda and a critical new Alberta transit…
Feds prioritize funding for Edmonton’s Capital Line South Extension project
The government of Canada and the City of Edmonton announced priority funding consideration is being made for the Edmonton Capital Line South Extension – Phase…
Edmonton completes plan for Yellowhead Trail Freeway
The City of Edmonton has completed the concept plan for the largest and most technically complex project of the Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion Program. While…
CIB to invest $14M in Edmonton’s zero-emission bus program
The Canada Infrastructure Bank (CIB) and the City of Edmonton (City) are collaborating to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through a partnership that will enable the City to…
City of Edmonton Launches New Transit Infrastructure
Edmonton Transit Service’s (ETS) new bus routes and On Demand Transit went into service on the weekend, and the new Mill Woods Transit Centre has…