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Happy post-Mother's Day, Edmonton.
Whether you spent yesterday being celebrated or doing the celebrating, I hope it was a good one, even if it did not involve being rescued off a stuck riverboat on the North Saskatchewan. Big stories to catch you up on this Monday morning, so let's get right into it.💛
When Your Mother's Day Cruise Becomes a Rescue Operation
Two hundred people did not plan to spend their Sunday evening being helped off a boat, but that is exactly what happened.
The Edmonton Riverboat stopped moving during a Mother's Day dinner cruise at around 4:09 p.m. near Scona Road and 99B Street
Edmonton Fire Rescue arrived by 4:22 p.m. with two rescue boats and two land sector crews
All passengers were safely off by Sunday evening with no injuries reported, cause still not confirmed
A dinner cruise, a river, and a rescue crew. Only in Edmonton. Did anyone at your table see this one coming?
Smith Just Changed One Word, and It Means a Lot
Alberta Premier Danielle Smith went on record Sunday saying the pipeline deal with Ottawa is now a matter of "when, not if."
Smith met with PM Carney Friday and left feeling far more confident than when she walked in
She says finalizing an energy agreement could quiet the separatist movement and open the door to Ottawa giving Alberta more say in other issues
She is framing it as "co-operative federalism", a template she wants to build on
One word shift from "if" to "when." That is a big deal in Alberta politics. Do you believe her?
🏈 Football Is Back, and the Elks Are Coming in Hot
The Edmonton Elks officially opened their 2026 CFL training camp Monday at Commonwealth Stadium with plenty of energy and optimism.
Rookie camp wrapped up May 7 to 9, the full squad came together Monday morning
This is the first real look ahead for Edmonton sports fans since the Oilers' tough exit in late April
The Elks are leaning into a fresh start with new pieces and a hungry roster
After a tough playoff exit, Edmonton has a new team to cheer for. Are you already in on the Elks this season?
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Trump Says Iran's Peace Response Is "Totally Unacceptable", Oil Climbs Again
Iran sent its formal reply to the latest US ceasefire proposal on Sunday, and Trump shot it down within hours on social media.
Iran wants negotiations to cover ending the war across all fronts including Lebanon, and keeping its nuclear program on the table separately
Trump called the response "TOTALLY UNACCEPTABLE!" and accused Iran of playing games for almost 50 years
A drone struck a ship off Qatar and the UAE shot down two more drones it blamed on Iran - Brent crude jumped back to $104.50 a barrel
The ceasefire is holding by a thread. Watch the oil price closely this week, Alberta's bottom line moves with it.
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Edmonton local Weather
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🌤️ Edmonton Weather - Monday May 11th
Breezy start to your Monday, Edmonton, expect a windy morning with gusts up to 47 km/h and a cool 12°C to kick things off. The afternoon clears right up with sunny skies and a high of around 19°C, so a jacket in the morning and a good mood by lunch.
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📅 Events Happening This Week in Edmonton
Monday May 11th
🌸 Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 10310 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton
Edmonton’s original year-round Sunday market.🌸 Bountiful Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–4:00 PM · 📍 3696 97 Street NW, Edmonton
A year-round market with produce, baked goods, meats, and more.🌸 Tai Chi 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ 12:00 PM–2:00 PM · 📍 Sir Winston Churchill Square, Edmonton
A free city listing on Edmonton’s festivals and events calendar.🌸 Callingwood Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 69 Avenue & 177 Street, Edmonton
A west-end Sunday market with local vendors, food, and live music.🌸 Willingdon Classic Country Shows 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ 7:00 PM · 📍 Willingdon Seniors Centre, Willingdon
A regional east-of-Edmonton country-and-comedy show.🌸 Day Out With Thomas 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Heritage Park, Stony Plain
A family-friendly special event at Heritage Park.🌸 Mother’s Day Madness Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 11 · ⏰ Daytime · 📍 Heritage Park / Heritage Pavilion, Stony Plain
A Mother’s Day market with vendors and seasonal shopping.
Tuesday May 12th
🌸 Mamma Mia! – Edmonton 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ 7:30 PM · 📍 Northern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium, Edmonton
A touring musical production of Mamma Mia! at the Jubilee.🌸 Second Annual FascinAsian Film Festival – Edmonton 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ Varies, part of May 12–16 run · 📍 Edmonton
An Asian‑focused film festival screening at venues across the city.🌸 City‑hosted & community events
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ Various times · 📍 Across Edmonton
The City of Edmonton and local groups have a handful of day‑to‑day workshops, talks, and small gatherings listed on their calendars for this date.🌸 Old Strathcona Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 10310 83 Avenue NW, Edmonton
Edmonton’s original year-round indoor market is open Sundays, not just Saturdays.🌸 Bountiful Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–4:00 PM · 📍 3696 97 Street NW, Edmonton
A year-round market with produce, baked goods, meats, and specialty items.🌸 Callingwood Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ 10:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 69 Avenue & 177 Street, Edmonton
A west-end Sunday market with local vendors and seasonal goods.🌸 Morinville Farmers’ Market 🎟️ Details
🗓 May 12 · ⏰ 11:00 AM–3:00 PM · 📍 104 Street, Morinville
A nearby Sunday market north of Edmonton.
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THIS OR THAT 🗳️
Alright Edmonton, it is officially post-Oilers season.
Now that the dust has settled - which way are you leaning?
🏈 Already fully locked in on the Edmonton Elks
OR
😔 Still in playoff mourning and not ready to move on
Drop your answer in the comments. No wrong answers here. (Okay, maybe one.)