@mastermaq

He/Him. Edmonton Geek. Entrepreneurial Journalist. Co-Founder of @taprootyeg. Partner-in-crime to @sharonyeo.

 Treaty No. 6, Edmonton
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We’re excited to launch our tool that helps you find out how the candidates running for mayor and city council in Edmonton align with you on the issues that matter most. blog.taprootpublishing.ca/20… #yegvote #yegcc #yeg

Take the Taproot Survey to see how the candidates align with you

We’re excited to launch our tool that helps you find out how the candidates running for mayor and city council in Edmonton align with you on the issues that matter most.

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Well perhaps three of them suggested that...can you guess which three? pub-edmonton.escribemeetings… #yegcc
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When has the Mayor or anyone on this Council suggested that drug poisoning, fentanyl, or any of the drug addiction crisis isn’t a problem?
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Canadian Media Companies Target OpenAI in Copyright Lawsuit But Weak Claims Suggest Settlement the Real Goal michaelgeist.ca/2024/12/cana…
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Eddie Robar has been named Edmonton's new City Manager. Back in May, me and @mastermaq had an in-depth conversation with him about his history, approach to the job and his plans. Listen 👇 share.transistor.fm/s/7922bd…

Eddie's still here, and he's driving the bus | Speaking Municipally

We speak with Eddie Robar, the interim city manager at the City of Edmonton, about what he plans to do for the time he'll be in the role. Since recording this episode, the Alberta government reversed...

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How the Online Streaming Act Misdiagnosed Canada’s Broadcasting Woes: my essay on how instead of modernizing the law to reflect the current reality, Bill C-11 maintained an outdated model and penalized Canadian digital success stories in the process. michaelgeist.ca/2024/11/how-…
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A new report from @DowntownJason and @AlexandraHryciw is calling for nearly $500M of investment in Downtown Edmonton. Me and @mastermaq got the details of how the plan came to be and what it's hoping to achieve this week on Speaking Municipally share.transistor.fm/s/2f72c9…

Just one more downtown plan bro, I promise it’s the last one |...

A new report published by a coalition of business leaders calls for nearly $500 million of investment in Edmonton's downtown. We talk with the report's authors, Alexandra Hryciw and Jason Syvixay,...

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On the agenda: Fiscal gaps, Whyte Ave changes, transit needs edmonton.taproot.news/news/2… #yegcc #yeg

On the agenda: Fiscal gaps, Whyte Ave changes, transit needs

This week, council committees will meet to discuss gaps in the operating and capital budgets, changes to the Old Strathcona public realm, and what transit needs to serve a growing population.

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Listening to @karenunland sharing her wisdom with fellow #yegmedia folks at the latest @bildedmonton event.
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This week, I'm actually GETTING my news from Speaking Municipally - I was on the east coast all week. So, naturally, @AndrewKnack decided to make big news - and then come on the podcast where he knew I wouldn't be to talk about it share.transistor.fm/s/74fe3b…

13 months notice | Speaking Municipally

This week, Mack and Stephanie speak with Coun. Andrew Knack about his decision not to seek re-election in next year's municipal election. They also discuss the city's $34 million budget shortfall....

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#yegvote news: Coun. @AndrewKnack announcing he won't run again next year. #yegcc
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He said he's announcing now to give people who might want to serve his ward time to come forward. Time for someone new, he doesn't want to overstay his welcome.
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What's next? Knack said he's exploring some things, but no decisions yet. Except for finally taking a day off after his term ends.
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On the agenda: Meeting rules, downtown rezoning, board appointments edmonton.taproot.news/news/2… #yegcc #yeg

On the agenda: Meeting rules, downtown rezoning, board appointments

This week, Edmonton city council is set to discuss proposed changes to its procedures bylaw, an application to rezone a unique parcel of land downtown, and who it will appoint to various boards and...

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Edmonton Transit Service seeks more input from youth edmonton.taproot.news/briefs… #yegtransit #yeg

Edmonton Transit Service seeks more input from youth

The Edmonton Transit Service is doing qualitative research with young Edmontonians because their opinions are underrepresented in research, even though they make up at least 40% of ridership, says...

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From Edmonton's second DemoCamp back in 2008 to a $3B valuation. Not bad @goclio! blog.mastermaq.ca/2008/05/20… techcrunch.com/2024/07/23/cl… #yegtech #yeg

Recap: DemoCampEdmonton2

Tonight was Edmonton’s second DemoCamp – an opportunity for local startups and entrepreneurs to show the community what they’ve been working on. The venue and overall vibe of the …

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City proposes renewing Wîhkwêntôwin to prioritize pedestrians over cars edmonton.taproot.news/news/2… #yegcc #yeg

City proposes renewing Wîhkwêntôwin to prioritize pedestrians over cars

As it prepares for neighbourhood renewal in Wîhkwêntôwin, the City of Edmonton wants feedback on its design proposals for new bike infrastructure, traffic-calming measures, and linear parks in place...

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Calls for public engagement: Youth transit, park renewal, Wîhkwêntôwin edmonton.taproot.news/briefs… #yegengage #yeg

Calls for public engagement: Youth transit, park renewal, Wîhkwêntôwin

Here are opportunities to inform municipal planning on transit, parks, neighbourhood renewal, and more. Please only answer surveys from municipalities where you are a resident.

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The CHEW Project's partnership with @BoyleStreet and @YESSorg has helped it emerge from challenging times, expand hours, and now even consider an outpost in Calgary. edmonton.taproot.news/briefs… #yeghealth #yegyouth

Partnership allows CHEW to increase hours, explore Calgary expansion

The CHEW Project's partnership with Boyle Street Community Services and Youth Empowerment and Support Services (YESS) has helped it emerge from challenging times, expand hours, and now even consider...

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On the agenda: District planning, Blatchford infusion, auditor deadlines #yegcc #yeg edmonton.taproot.news/briefs…

On the agenda: District planning, Blatchford infusion, auditor deadlines

This week, councillors will continue to hear from the public about the proposed district policy, discuss an update on Blatchford utilities, and learn about city auditor recommendations.

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Artist Emily Chu maps Chinatown connection in latest project #yegarts #yegchinatown #yeg edmonton.taproot.news/news/2…

Artist Emily Chu maps Chinatown connection in latest project

Emily Chu's new Chinatown Stories Map, which she has built with several collaborators and is available on June 22, is partly inspired by her exploration of identity in Chinatown. She hopes the map...

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