Edmontonians mark Canada Day by celebrating and reflecting
From drumming circles, charity runs, to a healing walk, Edmontonians found a way to celebrate their country or reflect on its past in a manner that felt right to them.

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From drumming circles, charity runs, to a healing walk, Edmontonians found a way to celebrate their country or reflect on its past in a manner that felt right to them.
An explosive comeback will light up the Edmonton sky Friday night as Canada Day fireworks return to pre-pandemic proportions.
A local beekeeper is asking for help to rescue a colony of honeybees from a junior high school.
A local ice cream shop is offering a unique ice cream flavour with Indigenous roots, and proceeds raised supporting the community.
The Edmonton Ismaili Muslim community was busy at the Alberta Legislature Friday morning meeting and greeting Edmontonians at their Canada Day pancake breakfast.
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Environment Canada issued severe thunderstorms watches and warnings Friday morning for parts of central Alberta and the capital region.
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Alberta Health Services issued a water quality advisory for Zeiner Park Beach on the west shore of Pigeon Lake.
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A local Edmonton beekeeper is asking for help to rescue a colony of honeybees from a junior high school.