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Survivors of sexual, physical, psychological and verbal abuse at segregated state-run hospitals for Indigenous Canadians could be eligible for financial compensation. Those treated at federal “Indian hospitals,” including the former Charles Camsell Hospital in Edmonton, are being offered support at the Royal Hotel West Edmonton.
City Council · 18 Aug
Carried 11–2 split
11 for, 2 against
AgainstT. Parmar, K. Principe
ForA. Knack, R. Clarke, M. Elliott, M. Janz, J. Morgan, A. Paquette, E. Rutherford, A. Salvador, A. Stevenson, K. Tang, J. Wright
Moved by A. Salvador, seconded by J. Wright
Health authorities in Alberta say people who ate or drank at a Sherwood Park coffee shop this month may have been exposed to hepatitis A. A public alert was issued about a possible exposure at Roasti Coffee Co. on Brentwood Boulevard.
IncompleteThe dates did not come through from the source, and this is something a reader may need to act on. Check the original before deciding it does not concern you. Read the source.
Health exposure at named business requires immediate action by affected patrons.
The Rental Protection Program is a $2 million grant. The grant will help non-profits purchase and renovate units for those in housing needs.
Full story on Development & Business
Non-profits can plan to use the funding to purchase and renovate units.
The Edmonton Elks have hit the halfway mark in full control of the CFL West Division. The Elks have one more warmup before the annual Labour Day Series against the Calgary Stampeders.
Team in division lead with upcoming game but outcome doesn't materially affect readers.
The parade and festival are set for this weekend in downtown Edmonton.
Full story on Community & Events
People planning to attend can expect heightened security and a more visible police presence at the downtown event.
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Temperature from Environment Canada’s forecast: the 7-day line joins the midpoint of each day’s forecast high and low.
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