Show Notes
We sit down with Edmonton's new mayor, Andrew Knack, to talk about optimism, regional collaboration, video game marathons, and much more. Here are the relevant links for this episode: Mayor Andrew Knack AndrewKnack.ca Andrew Knack at Taproot's vote site Andrew Knack - Extra Life Edmonton donation page Related links New Edmonton city council votes unanimously to create more daytime shelter spaces Mayor Knack responds to Chamber call for business task force Vacant Downtown Lot Survey Reddit thread on the survey Extra Life Edmonton Previous appearances Episode 59: The Fruits of Edmonton's Tech Investments (LIVE) Episode 67: 2eoPEARdy Episode 157: I made my greenfield developers disappear Episode 162: Troy lost a bet Episode 276: 13 months notice Episode 309: He's got a Knack for winning elections Rapid fire Alberta teachers union launches two court challenges against province's back-to-work legislation Shout out to Castria, our podcast editors! Speaking Municipally is produced by Taproot Edmonton, the most reliable source of intelligence about what's happening in the Edmonton region. Through curiosity-driven original stories, tailored and useful newsletters, a comprehensive and innovative events calendar, and thought-provoking podcasts, we inform, connect, and inspire a more vibrant, engaged, and resilient Edmonton region. Sign up to get The Pulse, our weekday news briefing. It's free! Want to reach the smartest, most-engaged people in the Edmonton region? Learn more about advertising with Taproot Edmonton!
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