Happy Tuesday Edmonton!!
There is a lot to unpack today, a teen charged after a school stabbing, a federal government that woke up with a majority and a piece of Alberta healthcare legislation that is going to have people talking. Let's get into it.💛
🔪 Teen Charged After Jasper Place High School Stabbing
A 16-year-old has been charged after a stabbing put Jasper Place High School into lockdown last Friday and sent a fellow student to hospital in life-threatening condition.
The suspect confronted another 16-year-old over an earlier argument, stabbed him and fled, students tried to hold him back but he broke free before police caught him nearby
The victim has since been released from hospital and is recovering at home
The 16-year-old faces charges of aggravated assault, assault with a weapon, possession of a weapon and criminal harassment, he cannot be named under the Youth Criminal Justice Act
Classes have resumed and the school board's critical incident support team is on site.
How are you feeling about safety in Edmonton schools right now?
🏥 Alberta Just Introduced Private Medical Testing, No Doctor Required
Bill 29 landed Monday and it is one of the bigger shifts in Alberta healthcare in years.
The legislation would let Albertans pay out of pocket for diagnostic tests like MRIs, CT scans and bloodwork without a doctor's referral
Health Minister Adriana LaGrange says it adds capacity and gives patients more control, critics are calling it "legislated queue jumping"
Specific tests, pricing and reimbursement details will come through regulations in the months ahead
Love it or hate it, this one is going to be debated at every kitchen table in the province.
🚗 Edmonton's AutoCanada Is Pulling Out of the U.S., and Bringing the Money Home
The Edmonton-headquartered dealership giant announced Monday it has sold its Hyundai dealership in Lincolnwood, Illinois as part of its full exit from the American market.
AutoCanada received $3.3 million for the sale and is directing the proceeds toward paying down debt
Since declaring its U.S. operations discontinued at the end of 2024, the company has now recovered about $65.8 million from U.S. asset sales
Total expected proceeds are on track to land at the upper end of their $115 to $130 million target, with 10 U.S. dealerships still to go
An Edmonton company betting on Canada. Not a bad look right now.
Your Property Tax Bill Just Got More Real, Council Meets This Week
Edmonton city council is diving into the numbers this week and the forecast is not light reading.
The four main drivers of tax increases are rising service costs, population growth, slower non-tax revenue and new capital project operating costs
If no changes are made, the city is forecasting tax levy increases of 5.6% in 2027, followed by smaller increases through 2030
Council also votes this week on $15 million to kick off the River Crossing development near Re/Max Field
What would you cut, or what would you pay more for, to keep Edmonton moving?
🗳️ Canada Has a New Political Reality This Morning
It is official. Mark Carney's Liberals swept all three byelections Monday night and woke up as a majority government for the first time since last April's election.
Wins in University-Rosedale and Scarborough Southwest in Toronto locked in the majority, Terrebonne in Quebec was the bonus, making it a clean sweep to 174 seats
It is the first time in Canadian history that a government has flipped from minority to majority between elections
For Alberta: Carney can now pass legislation without negotiating with any other party, including on energy policy, pipelines and the economy
Pierre Poilievre called it a majority won through "backroom deals." Carney called it a mandate to get to work. What do you think it means for Alberta?
⛽ Oil Is Still Hovering Near $100, and Talks May Be Resuming
After Monday's surge above $103 a barrel when the U.S. naval blockade of Iranian ports kicked in, oil pulled back slightly by end of day as word emerged that both sides may be willing to resume peace talks before the ceasefire expires April 22.
Brent crude settled around $99 Monday, still up more than 40% since the Iran war began in late February
The blockade is targeting ships entering or leaving Iranian ports, not general traffic through the Strait of Hormuz
Energy experts warn prices could stay elevated well into late 2026 even if a deal is eventually reached, the infrastructure damage alone will take months to repair
Feeling it at the pump yet? Tell us what you are paying in your area this week.
Edmonton local Weather
Day⬇4° lower than historical avg, Night ⬆ 1° higher than historical avg.
🌤️ Edmonton Weather - Tuesday April 14th
Tuesday is sitting at a cool 4°C with a 25% chance of snow pushing through. Classic April in Edmonton, dress in layers and keep those winter tires a little longer.
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📅 Events Happening This Week in Edmonton
Tuesday, April 14
🤠 Lee Brice: Sunriser Tour 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 14 · ⏰ 7:30 PM (Doors 6:30 PM) · 📍 Rogers Place
Platinum-selling country star performs hits like "Love Like Crazy" and "One of Them Girls." Opening acts: Brett Kissel and Grace Tyler.🎤 Bent Stick Brewery Open Mic Night 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 14 · ⏰ 7 PM · 📍 Bent Stick Brewing (10310 124 St NW)
Bring your guitar and voice for this weekly community jam. Liquid courage (their BS Wit) recommended.🎭 Stage Struck! 2026 Opens 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 14–18 · ⏰ 7:30 PM · 📍 Workshop West Playwrights’ Theatre (10447 81 Ave NW)
Six new works by Edmonton writers compete for a spot at the Alberta Drama Festival.Wednesday, April 15
🍺 Opera Pub at Blue Chair Cafe 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 15 · ⏰ 7 PM · 📍 Blue Chair Cafe (Old Strathcona)
Edmonton Opera like you've never seen it: grab a pint, take in the music, and experience opera in a casual pub setting.🎻 Gnoss (Scottish Folk) 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 15 · ⏰ 7:30 PM · 📍 Arden Theatre (St. Albert)
Scottish folk act blending traditional instruments with innovative composition on their first North American tour.🎤 River Valley Sound: Sam Steffen 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 15 · ⏰ 7 PM · 📍 Little Brick (10004 90 St NW)
Intimate acoustic performance where music and stories come together in a cozy setting.🎸 True Story 🎟️ Details
🗓 Apr 15 · ⏰ 8 PM · 📍 The Roxy Theatre (10708 124 St NW)
Local indie rock showcase.
🎯 HIT OR MISS - Edmonton's Best Farmers Markets
Spring is in the air and the market season is right around the corner, Edmonton. We want your ratings!
Which Edmonton and area farmers market is your absolute favourite?
Drop your pick in the comments and give it a rating out of 10. Old Strathcona? St. Albert Farmers Market? City Market Downtown? Something hidden we do not know about? 🌿🥕
Tell us - Hit or Miss! 🎯