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05/31/2026

Speeding continues to drive serious crashes at intersections across our city.

Here’s what we’re seeing at locations you might recognize:

🚦 63 Ave and 99 St saw a 140% increase in speeding over two years, with 26 crashes in 2024 alone.
🚦 Rossdale Rd and 97 Ave sees over 9,000 speed violations a year and saw 34 crashes in 2024.
🚦 High speed violations (20+ km/h over) at Manning Dr and 153 Ave have gone up 24% between 2022 and 2024.
🚦 23 Ave and Terwillegar Dr saw a 50% increase in speeding over two years and had 3 major injury crashes during the same period.
🚦 170 St and 95 Ave sees over 7,900 violations per year and had 115 crashes between 2022 and 2024. 80% of the crashes had speed related causes.
🚦 Speeding increased by 9% between 2022 and 2024 at 23 Ave and 66 St. During the same period, high speed violations (20+ km/h over) increased by 25%.
🚦 178 St and 100 Ave saw 112 crashes between 2022 and 2024. 69% of those crashes had speed related causes.
🚦 At 75 St and 98 Ave, the number of drivers travelling more than 20km/h over the limit increased by 204% between 2024 and 2025.

These numbers represent real risk on our streets.
Drive the speed limit. Lives depend on it.

05/30/2026

Get ready to Turn Up Downtown 📢

We’ve partnered with local organizations to bring an exciting lineup of events and activities to downtown public spaces.

With 1000+ activities planned, there’s something for everyone to enjoy.

Check out what’s happening at edmonton.ca/TurnUpDowntown

05/30/2026

By joining the Monthly Payment Plan, you can spread out property tax payments over the year using automatic withdrawals on the first of the month.

Add your property using the access code on your property tax notice to download your application form. Apply before June 15 to join for the 2026 tax season!

Sign up for an account on MyProperty.edmonton.ca

More information can be found at edmonton.ca/MonthlyPaymentPlan.

05/29/2026

Elks vs. Stampeders: An exclusive game: Today at Clarke Stadium! 🏈

Here's what you need to know before you head out:

✅ Gates open 1 hour before kickoff — arrive early to soak in the pre-game vibes and grab your snacks

✅ Clear bag policy is in effect — plan ahead for a smooth entry

✅ Your game ticket = free ETS fare for 2 hours before and after the game

📍 Park & Ride info edmonton.ca/FootballParkandRide

05/29/2026

Ready for a trip through the ages? ⏳

Join our Time Traveller Camp at John Walter Museum! Your young adventurer will travel back in time each day with dress-up, crafts, and good old-fashioned games, plus a trip to the park to cool off.

☀️ Ages: 6-8
🕐Time: 9 am to 4 pm
🗓️Dates: June 29-30, July 2-3, July 13-17, July 27-31, Aug 10-14, Aug 24-28

Register today at MoveLearnPlay.ca

05/29/2026

Construction continues on the Dawson Bridge Rehabilitation Project.

Upcoming traffic impacts include:

🚧 Single-lane closures beginning June 1 for approximately two weeks.

🚧Overnight bridge closures starting at 8 pm on May 29 and June 12

🚧Full weekend closures for bridge barrier replacement:

📆June 17 at 7 pm to June 22 at 5 am
📆June 26 at 7 pm to June 29 at 5 am

During single-lane operations, temporary traffic signals will direct vehicles through the work zone. Pedestrian access will be maintained.

Please plan ahead, expect delays and use alternative routes where possible.

For more information, visit edmonton.ca/DawsonBridge

05/29/2026

Kick off National Indigenous History Month at kihcihkaw askî (kee-chee-kow as-kee)! ✨
Connect with our Roots is more than a community tree planting event.

On May 31, experience live drumming and song, visit community exhibitors and grab a bite from the Native Delights food truck at kihcihkaw askî (kee-chee-kow as-kee).

Plus, take home a native wildflower for your own garden! 🌸
📅 May 31, 1-4pm
📍 kihcihkaw askî Sacred Land Site

Register for free tickets ConnectWithOurRoots.eventbrite.com

05/29/2026

That’s a wrap for Spring Sweep. The residential parking ban ends at 7pm tonight.

Enjoy the roads and drive safely.

Sweeping crews continue on main roads this weekend and some alleys in the coming weeks.

Crews work throughout the City all summer long, so contact 311 if you spot an area of roadway or trail that needs more sweeping.

Thank you, Edmonton, for moving your vehicles and giving City crews room to work.

05/29/2026

Ready for tomorrow? 🌳✨

We can’t wait to welcome you back to William Hawrelak Park for our Grand Reopening!

🥳 Want to make the most of your visit? Check our event map. The Heritage Amphitheatre is the heart of the celebration, featuring performances, the Mayor’s address and other activities. 🎭

Remember:
📍 Main entrance: 9330 Groat Rd NW
⏰ Events run 11 AM – 4 PM
🗺️ Use the event map to find performances, activities and food
🚌Take ETS/Bike/Carpool. Parking is limited

See you there edmonton.ca/HawrelakPark

05/28/2026

In a world full of 1s and 0s, Edmonton is a space to thrive 💻

DYK… We are ranked as one of the best communities to start a career in cybersecurity or information technology, according to the Canadian Cybersecurity Network.

Learn more about our local economy at
edmonton.ca/Business_Economy/Economic-Action-Plan

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