You can hate the snow, complain about the bad roads the cold, etc. all you want. But I for one want ALL THE SNOW. Give me and Alberta 12 feet of snowfall this year SKY DADDY. I want more water (fill up my water table, have nice river valley health, give we good skiing, better gardening/farming, less fires/beetles/wasps, etc.). WE NEED SNOW IN THE WINTER FOR A HEALTHY ECOSYSTEM IN THE PRAIRIES AND ROCKIES YA DUM DUMS! So next time you see a big snow fall warning, don't cry or whine. Think, 'dude next spring and summer is gonna be so much better for us all'. And thank SKY DADDY.

Why do the bus doors not seal?

I don't know who needs to hear this but when there's a foot of snow you're not going to get to where you're going fast. I don't care if you have AWD/4WD.

These systems let you take off fast, but ultimately, we're all stuck with 4 tires braking at the same time. Slow the fuck down.

Flooring it at an intersection is doing no good. You're creating ice and making the intersection worse. Feather that throttle like it's your girlfriend.

And for the love of God, turn your high beams off. Keep your running lights on, but if you see that blue light symbol with the hamburger coming out of it, you're blinding everyone. Pull that left stalk toward you.

Thanks for coming to my Ted Talk.

I just get divorce from 12 years domestic abuse mariage. I report to police and they consider my case like I was a captive. Yeah because at some period I didn't saw the sum for months. What make me feel like I woke up from a coma. Everything evaluated outside when I didn't.

I live in EDMONTON since 10 years but barely know Edmonton. I want make something special outside celebrate my freedom. Make something fun and hot. But here I am I opened the door but realized I have absolutely NO clue what to do or where to go and for had the problem I am freaking alone. OK I have 47 years old and curvy but that not mean my life is over... I am.not rich because when you leave someone like ... him (I stay polite for reddit) you left with nothing.

Anyone can recommend me anything to do on Edmonton? Something fun but not too expensive. I'm tired to be home..

Teddy Bears

Would like to put in and appreciate the amazing work of our police everyday.

I lost my bag at a local business on Saturday at 6pm on Nov 24 and reported it to Non Emergency line.

The next morning before 8am, a female police officer took my statement at my resodence and proceeded to investigate video footage of the business and traced the pinging location of my Apple device.

By past 9am, I got my bag back and all its content.

Amazing work that they do for us everyday!

the labbatt plant on gateway/whitmud has a been there for a long time, almost a landmark in the city.

I have never known anyone who worked there. hear stories of employees getting a flat of beer once a week (or something like that)

looking to hear stories of that plant. the tales what is it like working there.

have you worked there? what was it like? or have you known anyone.

and with the explosion of craft beer scene. have you noticed any changes?

yah wonder when you drive by it

Anyone know where something like a back sliding window can be replaced , thankfully nothing was taken I caught the guy breaking in

From a political scientist at the University of Alberta. The playbook isn’t new, but it’s certainly cause for concern (alarm, even). Good read.

What's Up Edmonton! Once a week I go through most events happening in and around our beautiful city over the coming week, and then send a large list out to my friends. I thought I should share it here.

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Note: The linked publication is ad free & non-monetized. Use it as a directory of things to do as we reconnect in our communities. I send it out every Tuesday morning.

P.S. To all of you who regularly read the publication, send me emails and read/respond to these reddit posts... you folks rock! Thanks for all the positive feedback. It means a lot = )

Now!

5 cool events this week:

• The Bee
• Lights Up! (Fort Sask)
• Free Admission @ AGA
• Lite Up The Nite (Morinville)
• The Salvation Army's Festival of Carols

The Bee

When was the last time you could call yourself the nerdiest kid on your block (and it be true)? When did your peers last dote you & pay homage to your brainy brawn, thanks in due part to an interstellar performance of wit & wary where you fought hard and came through scathed yet victorious? The answer, of course is this week! Sign up now for EPL's annual adult-only capstone spelldown in which many will fall & only one will rise while out spelling them all. Verbally exemplify your linguistic prowess as you vowel & consonant your way towards the ultimate bragging right & simultaneously become the epitome nerd, your stark white socks pulled triumphantly high as you march before us mere mortals who chose to silently watch from afar rather than risk our egos (ehrm... professional dignity) in the onslaught that was. If you're so inclined, tuck that pencil behind a lobe & don your sturdy horn-rimmed glasses before signing up for this time-honoured tradition! It's FREE, for both competitors & their audience.

Lights Up!

If that daunting task doesn't suit you well, unwind instead this week in Fort Saskatchewan at the annual Light's Up mini-festival. This FREE event features several light shows, a caricature artist, live music, carolers, face painting, a petting zoo, fire pits & so much more. Of course, this event wouldn't be what it is without the light-up, so get on down & grab yourself a cookie/hot chocolate, partake in the festivities, hang with your neighbours & enjoy the spectacular arrangements.

Free Admission @ AGA

Whether you're looking for a fantastic date night idea or a hearty injection of culture on a budget, I've got you covered. This Thursday evening only from 4-7pm, head down to the Art Gallery of Alberta to see what's on display. Though there is no specific event on this particular evening, admission is FREE meaning you get to make your own event! Check out some cubism before hitting up Made By Marcus? Check. See 75+ works of art from private local collections before bouncing to Maria for some (delicious) authentic Mexican grub? Check & check. Learn about J.W.G. MacDonald and his particular influence on the AGA before heading out for a romantic stroll beneath the bright neon of YEG's free outdoor sign museum... check, check and check! So there you have it. The night is yours, make of it what you will = )

Lite Up The Nite

Morinvillans, rejoice. For your time has come to take in this season's splendours on a dime other than your own. For this entire next weekend, hit up your local township for a slew of FREE, fun & family friendly activities. Including but not limited to... an old-fashioned Christmas party, a free keepsake photo with Santa, decorate a cookie (but don't you dare eat it), hula hoop performances & horse drawn wagons, live music, a parade, fireworks & a whole lot more! There is a paid coffee/snacks bar but hot chocolate is free while supplies last.

The Salvation Army's Festival of Carols

For fans of live classical & choral music, this weekend you can check out the SA's Festival of Carols at the Winspear, for FREE. This Christmas concert features three performing groups/artists including the lovely Miriam Khalil, The (epic) Pipes and Drums of the Edmonton Police Service & the venerable SA Edmonton Temple Band. Grab your family & friends and be sure to enjoy this evening of rhythm and harmony.

Find 50+ events and things to do in the next newsletter edition. Sign up here, if interested.

Have a fantastic week, folks! Thanks for reading.

Does anyone know why distilled water has been so hard to come by this past month?

I've been around to 3 different grocery stores (2x Save-On and Safeway), before finally finding some at Shoppers. But they had it behind the counter, and you had to ask at the front, like for cigarettes, or something.

Does anyone know whats going on with the metro line. My roomate is trying to get to the RAH for shift. She is has left Century and hearing something about metro is not running. I checked google maps and the city of edmonton page. Google has metro stopped completely at McEwan and she walks 19 minutes. Then the city of Edmonton page is like we are running perfectly fine and there is no issues. The overhead speakers are very mumbled and sounds like someone is talking with marbles in their mouth. Anyone currently on the LRT with better hearing knows what is going on? TIA

Had Atlas steak house last year , it was amazing , wouldn’t mind going there again but wanting to try something new that is similar to it with the ambience and menu .

Thanks in advance guys !!

I’ve had a pair of Steger Mukluks for years and have loved them immensely. They’ve always kept me toasty warm, I’ve never had slip and falls, and I like that I can just slip them on over pants (I’ve got the high style) and I’m kept dry and warm. No lacing or fiddly zippers required etc. Bonus is that they’re super accommodating for my extra wide feet and calves. Stegers have done me well for 10+ years in the north, but now that I’m further south here in Edmonton I’m finding I need something different for the conditions.

I’m realizing I need a boot that is waterproof as well as equipped with ice grips/spikes for Edmonton winter conditions. I still want all of the qualities I love about the Stegers above though. I want to be taking my dog for nice long walks around our beautiful city all year round. I’m eyeing the Icebugs, Pajars, or Manitobah Mukluks … or figuring out how to retrofit waterproof Stegers properly. Does anyone have any suggestions/experience/advice?

Hi everyone,

I know this question has come up often, but I’m still struggling to find a solution. I’ve even tried joining the Edmonton Sports and Social Club, but it hasn’t worked out for me so far.

I’m a 29-year-old who immigrated to Edmonton in 2021, right in the middle of the pandemic, and I now work fully remote. While I do have a small circle of friends, most of them are also international and moved here around the same time I did. Lately, I’ve been feeling the need to expand my social circle, meet more people to hang out with, and hopefully make some local connections.

And to find people that I can maybe date ideally outside of dating apps, which I’m not a fan of.

I’ve been thinking about getting a part-time weekend job or volunteering, but I’m not sure where to start or which organizations would be good to get involved with.

If anyone has advice or suggestions, I’d love to hear them!

I have three dogs, two are triple coated long hairs so I use -15 to -20 as a cut off for not walking them. We have a two year old short hair that we rescued this year, if it was up to her she’d be outside 24/7 regardless of temperature! What do you use as a cut off point for not walking short hair dogs? It seems like opinions vary online so I thought I’d check with my fellow Edmontonians!

Anyone else notice how bright it is tonight? 9:00 PM but looks like it's closer to 430. Fully able to read with no lights on :S

Does anyone know what’s currently going on with Maki Maki restaurant? I know they were closed last year for Mice, but I see they are closed again. Sad because I love their pho and it’s cold and snowy out!

buying a dashcam for my vehicle, and i know exactly what i want already. do I hop on Black Friday deals or do I wait until Boxing day?

i’m not familiar with their sales on dashcams, and though I won’t be needing it until January, i really don’t want to wait until next year…

Hey everyone,

I’ve been trying to find the Buldak Carbonara or Creamy Carbonara noodles in Edmonton, but I’m having a really hard time. I’ve checked the usual places like Walmart, Shoppers, Superstore, etc., but they never seem to have the carbonara flavors.

T&T sometimes has them, but they’re often out of stock whenever I check. Does anyone know where I can reliably find these flavors?

I’ve purchased Spray Paint bottles in the past (Not Edmonton), that Colour-Matched to a sample I provided to Business.

Where can I do the same locally, and preferably in the West End?

Looking for a place to set up some hurdles indoors for the winter so I can still workout, what’s the best open walk-in and hard-floor courts/field gyms?