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Made for the cold: World Cup ice climbing returns to Edmonton Original
The USA's Wilson Whitley reacts after falling during the UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup, in Edmonton Saturday Feb. 28, 2026. Photo by David Bloom Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Edmonton hosted the 2026 UIAA Ice Climbing World Cup Feb. 26-28, bringing elite athletes from around the world to the North Saskatchewan River valley. THIS CONTENT IS RESERVED FOR SUBSCRIBERS ONLY Subscribe now to read the latest news in your city and across Canada.
Video: Edmonton fire department urges people to stay off the ice Original
• • Article content Fire Captain Aaron Miller from Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS) speaks to the media about ice safety and river rescues, in Edmonton Monday Feb. 12, 2024. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team. We apologize, but this video has failed to load. Try refreshing your browser, or tap here to see other videos from our team.
In Photos: Bob Yiannakoulias, creator of Mars Time Skate Coffee skateboard Original
Skip to Content "They (skateboards) are works of art whether if they are just temporary or not. I like to think that they are. The screen printing - every part of it, every part of it is art." Article content Bob Yiannakoulias is the creator of Mars Time Skate Coffee skateboard — Mars Times is an Edmonton-based coffee, skateboard and clothing manufacturer. Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below.
David Bloom 2022 photos of the year
Article content (left to right) Boots On Ground founders Alyssa Miller and Angie Staines head back out into Edmonton’s underground pedway system after helping a young woman (bottom right), Friday Feb. 25, 2022. Article content Advertisement 2 This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Article content Share this article in your social network
Year in Review: David Bloom's best photos of 2021
Author of the article: David Bloom Haiqa Cheema poses for a photo in Edmonton on Oct. 15, 2021. Cheema is a hate crimes policy adviser who has been following the string of attacks on Muslim women in Edmonton this year. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content Hate crimes policy adviser Haiqa Cheema posed for a photo on Oct. 15, 2021, following a string of attacks on Muslim women in Edmonton this year.
Eye on Edmonton: Archbishop MacDonald High School grads celebrate at drive-in ceremony
Parents took photos from their cars, and the ceremony was projected on giant screens, as students walked across an outdoor stage to receive their diplomas Author of the article: David Bloom Chris Denoon takes a photo as she attends her daughter Taylor Denoon's drive-in graduation ceremony for Archbishop MacDonald High School, at the Edmonton EXPO Centre parking lot Friday June 4, 2021. The unorthodox ceremony was in response to COVID-19 health restrictions.
In photos: Connor McDavid reaches 100-point milestone in Oilers win over Canucks Original
Postmedia Edmonton photographer David Bloom was at Rogers Place Thursday capturing the historic occasion Author of the article: David Bloom The Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid (97) prior to the start of the team's game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Saturday May 8, 2021.
In photos: Connor McDavid reaches 100-point milestone in Oilers win over Canucks
Postmedia Edmonton photographer David Bloom was at Rogers Place Thursday capturing the historic occasion Author of the article: David Bloom The Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid (97) prior to the start of the team's game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Saturday May 8, 2021.
In photos: Connor McDavid reaches 100-point milestone in Oilers win over Canucks
Postmedia Edmonton photographer David Bloom was at Rogers Place Thursday capturing the historic occasion Author of the article: David Bloom The Edmonton Oilers Connor McDavid (97) prior to the start of the team's game against the Vancouver Canucks at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Saturday May 8, 2021.
In photos: Flames eke out 3-1 victory over Oilers
Postmedia Edmonton photographer David Bloom was at Rogers Place Thursday capturing the action Author of the article: David Bloom The Edmonton Oilers' Connor McDavid (97) battles the Calgary Flames' Michael Stone (26) during first period NHL action at Rogers Place, in Edmonton Thursday April 29, 2021. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content The Calgary Flames came into enemy territory and gutted out a life-saving 3-1 victory over the Edmonton Oilers at Rogers Place Thursday night.
Eye on Edmonton: Leopold's Tavern opens in Strathcona Hotel, by David Bloom
Author of the article: David Bloom Regional manager Dave Sauve poses for a photo as Leopold's Tavern prepares to officially open for business in the renovated Strathcona Hotel, in Edmonton Monday March 29, 2021. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content Now dubbed The Strathcona, Canadian restaurant franchise Leopold’s Tavern is the first tenant in the 130-year-old building as it opened its doors on Monday after a soft launch over the weekend.
Eye on Edmonton: Downtown Spark art installations, by David Bloom
Author of the article: David Bloom A man appears to stare down a giant inflatable sculpture in Edmonton's Churchill Square, Monday Monday March 22, 2021. The sculpture is one of six large-scale art installations titled Fantastic Planet, that have been installed downtown as part of the Downtown Spark event. Downtown Spark is a program designed to support economic recovery amid the COVID-19 pandemic, by drawing visitors to the downtown core.
Year in Review: David Bloom on finding joy at a typical government announcement Original
Author of the article: David Bloom Publishing date: Dec 29, 2020 • • 1 minute read A toddler stares into the camera as the Associate Minister of Red Tape Reduction, Grant Hunter, plays with kids at the Kids3 Daycare, in Edmonton Tuesday Feb. 4, 2020. Hunter was at the daycare to take part in the announcement of a new online application process for child care subsidies.
Watch: Codey Gibbons has used meth for 12 years -- 'I swore to my family I’d never put a needle in my arm'
Author of the article: David Bloom Publishing date: Oct 02, 2020 • • 1 minute read Current meth user Codey Gibbons, 39, displays the Naloxone kit he keeps tucked up his sleeve, at the Boyle Street Community Centre, 10116 105 Ave., in Edmonton Tuesday Feb. 18, 2020. Gibbons also carries his meth pipe inside the Naloxone kit. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content Current meth user Codey Gibbons, 40, speaks to Postmedia at the Boyle Street Community Centre.
Edmonton weather: You won't have to turn on the furnace just yet
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Sep 08, 2020 • • 1 minute read Members of Honey Ham Jam perform in Dr. Wilbert McIntyre Park, in Edmonton Saturday Sept. 5, 2020. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Tuesday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 6.4 C with 15 km/h winds out of the south, southwest.
Monuments honouring fallen Edmonton police members vandalized at Constable Ezio Faraone Park Original
Author of the article: Anna Junker Publishing date: Sep 04, 2020 • • 1 minute read A vandalized plaque for Constable William L. Nixon in Constable Ezio Faraone Park, in Edmonton Friday Sept. 4, 2020. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content A park honouring fallen members of the Edmonton Police Service was found vandalized Friday morning.
A timeline of COVID-19 in Alberta over six months Original
Author of the article: Jason Herring Publishing date: Sep 04, 2020 • • 3 minute read Images from around Calgary during the COVID-19 pandemic. Article content Saturday marks half a year since Albertans began dealing with the novel coronavirus, with the first known case in the province linked to a Calgary traveller. Here’s how the pandemic has unfolded in the province over the past six months.
'This is really disheartening': Monuments honouring fallen Edmonton police officers vandalized at Constable Ezio Faraone Park
Author of the article: Anna Junker Publishing date: Sep 04, 2020 • • 3 minute read A vandalized plaque for Constable William L. Nixon in Constable Ezio Faraone Park, in Edmonton Friday Sept. 4, 2020. Photo by David Bloom /Postmedia Article content City police are investigating after a park honouring fallen members of the Edmonton Police Service was found vandalized Thursday afternoon.
City of Edmonton considering a fine for mask exemption card misuse, termination of program after significant abuse
Author of the article: Dustin Cook Publishing date: Aug 14, 2020 • • 3 minute read The City of Edmonton is considering terminating the mask exemption card program or issuing a fine for misuse after distribution ended Wednesday.
COVID-19 Update: 121 new cases, one additional death | Calgary Transit to end seating restrictions
Author of the article: Jon Roe Publishing date: Aug 13, 2020 • • 6 minute read A masked pedestrian walks by the Conversation sculpture on Stephen Avenue in Calgary while one of the statues is wearing a mask on Monday, August 10, 2020. Azin Ghaffari/Postmedia Article content With news on COVID-19 happening rapidly, we’ve created this page to bring you our latest stories and information on the outbreak in and around Calgary.
Homeless support camp in Rossdale calling on city to immediately increase sanitization support
Author of the article: Dustin Cook Publishing date: Aug 12, 2020 • • 2 minute read Camp Pekiwewin, a river-valley camp-out organized to help advocate for the city's homeless population, has been set up in a parking lot west of Remax Field, in Edmonton Tuesday Aug. 11, 2020.
Edmonton weather: Y'all want a thunderstorm? Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Aug 11, 2020 • • 2 minute read Downtown Edmonton is seen after a thunderstorm from Strathearn Drive in Edmonton, on Monday, July 13, 2020. Ian Kucerak / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Tuesday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 9.8 C with 4 km/h winds out of the west, southwest. It’s not-not warm out there this morning.
COVID-19 Update: 257 new cases, five deaths over 72 hours | Calgary daycare centre hit with coronavirus
Author of the article: Jon Roe Publishing date: Aug 11, 2020 • • 4 minute read Katrin Bradshaw and Gianna Reid are seen walking along Stephen Ave. SW wearing masks on a warm afternoon. Monday, August 10, 2020. Brendan Miller/Postmedia Article content With news on COVID-19 happening rapidly, we’ve created this page to bring you our latest stories and information on the outbreak in and around Calgary.
Edmonton weather: 'T' is for Thunderstorms Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Aug 03, 2020 • • 1 minute read Downtown Edmonton is seen after a thunderstorm from Strathearn Drive in Edmonton, on Monday, July 13, 2020. Ian Kucerak / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Monday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 19.0 C with 15 km/h winds out of the south.
Edmonton weather: Nothing better than a cool breeze on a hot summer day
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Aug 02, 2020 • • 2 minute read Carrie Friesen receives a lesson from Bird Canada tech. Chandler Friesen, in Edmonton Tuesday July 28, 2020. Bird Canada celebrated one year of operations in Edmonton with an e-scooter public safety demonstration near the Walterdale Bridge. David Bloom / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.
'We don’t know what’s going on': Families seek answers amid COVID-19 outbreak at Good Samaritan Southgate Care Centre
Author of the article: Jeff Labine Publishing date: Aug 02, 2020 • • 3 minute read Jacqueline Wojcichowsky talks with her 85 year-old father Peter, a resident at the Good Samaritan Southgate Care Centre, 4225 107 St., Aug. 1, 2020. The care home has recorded 23 COVID-19 related deaths.
Keith Gerein: As COVID-19 rages on, don't forget who has kept Edmonton going
Author of the article: Keith Gerein Publishing date: Aug 01, 2020 • • 4 minute read Refuse collector, Amanda Penner. Greg Southam / Postmedia Article content They are the backbone of Edmonton’s resiliency. We call on them in our lowest moments, when we’re hurt or scared. They’re the people who ensure we remain fed and supplied. The ones who keep us mobile, our economy functioning and our institutions stable. We depend on them to help us stay healthy, and make us better when we’re not.
Photos: The essential workers who keep society operating during COVID-19 Original
Author of the article: David Bloom Publishing date: Jul 31, 2020 • • 1 minute read Portraits of Edmonton's essential workers.
Photos: The essential workers who keep society operating during COVID-19
Julie Tinker – Emergency registered nurse Greg Southam / POSTMEDIA When photojournalists David Bloom and Greg Southam started the essential workers portrait project over two months ago, their goal was to put faces to the people who selflessly continued to work while many others stayed home to help stop the spread of COVID-19. These men and women had to report to work even though they were putting themselves and their families at risk. In doing so, they became heroes within our community.
Edmonton weather: I'm not complaining about the heat, but... Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 30, 2020 • • 1 minute read A group of people float down the North Saskatchewan River in kayak, a standup paddle board and an inflatable unicorn as they enjoy the warm summer day near Hawrelak Park on Wednesday, July 29, 2020 in Edmonton. Greg Southam / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.
Edmonton weather: Hotter than the hottest hot that ever hot Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 29, 2020 • • 2 minute read Canoeists make their way down the North Saskatchewan River on a hot day in Edmonton, on Tuesday, July 28, 2020. Ian Kucerak / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Wednesday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 17.7 C with 4 km/h winds out of the north, northeast.
West Nile virus found in Windsor-Essex mosquito pools
It's time to guard against mosquitoes again: Two mosquito pools in the region have tested positive for the West Nile virus, says the Windsor-Essex County Health Unit — the first confirmation of the mosquito-borne disease in the area this year. Author of the article: Dalson Chen • Windsor Star Publishing date: Jul 27, 2020 • • 2 minute read An adult mosquito in a laboratory is shown in this 2007 file photo.
Fragile child care sector in Alberta hit hard by COVID-19: national survey
Author of the article: Lisa Johnson Publishing date: Jul 17, 2020 • • 4 minute read Children's Services Minister Rebecca Schulz plays with kids at the Kids3 Daycare, in Edmonton Tuesday Feb. 4, 2020. Schulz was at the daycare to take part in the announcement of a new online application process for child care subsidies.
Edmonton weather: Boromir says, one does not simply predict the weather
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 13, 2020 • • 2 minute read A busy bee collects pollen from a flower to feed the colony in Edmonton on July 12, 2020. Larry Wong / POSTMEDIA NETWORK Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Monday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 11.9 C with 15 km/h winds out of the west, northwest. Boromir was right, predicting the weather is folly.
Edmonton weather: Last night's thunderstorm scared my dog and I'm tired Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 10, 2020 • • 1 minute read Shadow is a good boy who doesn't like thunderstorms. Trevor Robb / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Friday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 10.2 C with 6 km/h winds out of the southwest. Anyone else have a big ol’ dog who’s scared of thunderstorms? Are you as tired as I am this morning?
Forgotten Edmonton reveals stories within the walls as architectural sleuth shares historic homes
Author of the article: Liane Faulder Publishing date: Jul 09, 2020 • • 4 minute read Dane Ryksen, a University of Alberta history student, is working on a project to document historical architecture in Edmonton. Larry Wong / Postmedia Network Article content Where other architectural observers may notice an elaborate cornice, a cladding of Roman brick, an Art Deco flair, Dane Ryksen ponders the porch, and the people who perched there.
Edmonton weather: We have sunshine. This is not a drill. Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 09, 2020 • • 2 minute read Children having fun pulling on the tail of a kite flyer at Hawrelak Park in Edmonton, July 5, 2020. Ed Kaiser / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Thursday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 11.0 C with 5 km/h winds out of the southwest. Quick, everyone run outside and look at the sky. No, don’t look directly into the sun.
Edmonton weather: Welcome to the Thunderdome Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jul 07, 2020 • • 1 minute read Evan, also known as Rast, works on a mural on the boarded up exterior of the Army and Navy Department Store, in Edmonton Monday July 6, 2020. The store permanently closed in May due to financial challenges associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. Evan is one of two artists contracted to cover the approximately 90 foot long and 10 foot high front facade of the building.
'There is no profit': Edmonton's hospitality, tourism sector know it's all about survival Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: Jun 30, 2020 • • 4 minute read Cheryl Welz wipes down a hotel room with disinfectant at Union Bank Inn, 10053 Jasper Ave., in Edmonton Tuesday June 23, 2020. David Bloom / Postmedia Article content The Union bank Inn has weathered its fair share of adversity.
Edmonton retailers intend to keep focus on online shopping as COVID-19 restrictions lift Original
Author of the article: Jeff Labine Publishing date: Jun 26, 2020 • • 3 minute read Steve Budnarchuck, co-owner of Audreys Books, says he and his staff were at first barely able to keep up with online demand. Ed Kaiser / 00090840A Article content COVID-19 forced Edmonton-area retailers to adapt quickly and even small businesses found they could be competitive and reach local customers online, changes that will continue as health restrictions loosen.
Edmonton's new fire chief to focus on mental health, diversity Original
Author of the article: Anna Junker Publishing date: Jun 26, 2020 • • 2 minute read Edmonton's 17th Fire Chief Joe Zatylny poses for a photo at Fire Station 1, in Edmonton Friday June 26, 2020. David Bloom / Postmedia Article content The city’s new fire chief will focus on mental health, wellness and increasing diversity and inclusion among Edmonton Fire Rescue Services (EFRS).
Edmonton city police mourning officer's sudden death
Author of the article: Jonny Wakefield Publishing date: Jun 26, 2020 • • 2 minute read Blue ribbons were placed around Edmonton Police Service headquarters on Thursday, June 25, 2020. A spokesperson said they were placed on the building as a show of support and to mark the 30th anniversary of the murder of Const. Ezio Faraone. David Bloom / Postmedia Article content Edmonton city police are in mourning after the sudden death of an officer.
EPSB trustee to request review of Edmonton school resource officer program Original
Author of the article: Jonny Wakefield Publishing date: 1 minute ago • 3 minute read Edmonton Police Service school resource officer Const. Doug Green, seen in a 2005 file photo with his drug-sniffing dog Ebony at Harry Ainlay High School. An Edmonton public schools trustee is requesting an independent review of the SRO program following concerns from community members about armed police in schools.
Edmonton weather: Outside awaits glorious sun, no dots or arrows to follow Original
Author of the article: Nicole Bergot Publishing date: 10 minutes ago • 1 minute read Marilyn Huff shows off the engine in her 1953 Chevy pickup truck as members of the Edmonton Antique Auto Club prepare to hold a Father's Day parade for seniors, near the Northgate Lions Seniors Recreation Centre, 7524 139 Ave., in Edmonton Friday June 19, 2020. Photo by David Bloom David Bloom David Bloom / David Bloom/Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada.
Edmonton weather: We had joy, we had fun, we had seasons in the sun Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: 0 minutes ago • 1 minute read We all paddle in my yellow canoe, navigating down the North Saskatchewan River in Edmonton, June 18, 2020. Ed Kaiser / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Friday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 7.9 C with 4 km/h winds out of the south. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Edmonton weather: Hotter than not hot but not hot enough to be hot Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: 2 minutes ago • 1 minute read A cyclist passes a murder of crows on a ride at Hawrelak Park with their mother in Edmonton, on Sunday, June 14, 2020. Ian Kucerak / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Thursday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 6.9 C with 3 km/h winds out of the north, northeast. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Edmonton weather: Possibility of a possibly plausible thunderstorm Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: 5 minutes ago • 1 minute read A couple enjoy a beautiful sunny day at Terwillegar Park in Edmonton on Tuesday June 15, 2020. Larry Wong / POSTMEDIA NETWORK Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Wednesday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 12 C with 14 km/h winds out of the west, northwest. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Edmonton weather: Nothing but blue skies, do I see Original
Author of the article: Trevor Robb Publishing date: 4 minutes ago • 1 minute read A photographer takes photos of the blossoms in George F. Hustler Memorial Plaza, (near 95 Street and 98 Avenue), in Edmonton Tuesday May 26, 2020. David Bloom / Postmedia Article content A look at today’s Edmonton weather by Environment Canada. Tuesday morning temperatures at the Edmonton Blatchford station measured 8.4 C with winds blowing at 2 km/h out of the south. We apologize, but this video has failed to load.
Province invests $4M into virtual drug treatment program
Author of the article: Alanna Smith Publishing date: 4 hours ago • 4 minute read Jason Luan, Associate Minister of Mental Health and Addiction Gavin Young / Postmedia Article content Petra Schulz’s son asked her to make an appointment with his psychologist and doctor the day before he died from an accidental fentanyl overdose. “I wondered if he had relapsed but was afraid to ask,” she said.
Braid: Kenney begins to normalize COVID-19 as a risk mainly to the elderly, almost zero danger to the young
Author of the article: Don Braid • Calgary Herald Publishing date: 11 minutes ago • 3 minute read Premier Jason Kenney takes part in a press conference on the Province's response to COVID-19, in Edmonton Monday April 6, 2020. David Bloom Article content The UCP isn’t exactly trying to underplay the COVID-19 threat. No government in Canada has worked harder to contain the disease, and no province has been as successful.
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