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Edmonton's Plastic Ban Cuts Bag Use by 79% in 2 Years
Solutions2d ago

Edmonton's Plastic Ban Cuts Bag Use by 79% in 2 Years

Edmonton's 2023 ban on single-use plastics has slashed retail bag use by nearly 80%, proving that small fees can create big environmental wins. The city now plans to tackle the surprising rise in takeout containers with similar strategies.

Google News - Plastic Reduction2 min read
McDavid Sets Olympic Record with 6 Points in 2 Games
SportsFeb 14

McDavid Sets Olympic Record with 6 Points in 2 Games

Connor McDavid just made Olympic hockey history, racking up more points in two games than any player has ever achieved at an NHL-populated Winter Olympics. The Edmonton Oilers superstar is finally getting his Olympic moment, and he's making it count for Team Canada.

Google: olympic record broken2 min read
Students Raise $285K, Win Visit from Connor McDavid
Community HeroesJan 28

Students Raise $285K, Win Visit from Connor McDavid

When nearly 600 students at Allendale School in South Edmonton threw pies at their teachers and sold Friday pizzas, they weren't just having fun. They were raising money to bring advanced cancer treatment to Canada and earned a surprise visit from hockey superstar Connor McDavid.

Google: fundraiser success3 min read
Canada Adds 3,600km of Bike Paths in Two Years
Planet WinsJan 27

Canada Adds 3,600km of Bike Paths in Two Years

Canada's cycling network just grew by the distance between Toronto and Edmonton, giving more people safer ways to bike to work, school, and everyday destinations. A new study shows the country added 3,600 kilometers of cycling infrastructure between 2022 and 2024, with smaller cities leading the charge.

Phys.org - Earth3 min read