Monday's Scoop: "Mayor Andrew Knack: Leading Edmonton's Transformation and Controversy!"

Trivia Question❓

Alberta was named after which British royal family member?

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter

Happy Monday!

In today's issue - We've got a brand new Mayor...!

Also, lots of activities lined up for today and the rest of the week.

Lets go! 🥳

The big story...!
In the news this week

A New Chapter for Edmonton: Mayor Andrew Knack Takes the Helm Amidst Growth and Change

A new era has begun at City Hall with veteran councillor Andrew Knack officially becoming Edmonton's new mayor.

His victory comes as Edmonton grapples with the pressures of being one of Canada's fastest-growing cities.

Knack’s campaign focused on core local issues: making life more affordable, improving public safety, and managing explosive growth responsibly.

He takes charge as residents feel the pinch of rising costs, a key theme that dominated the election.

The new mayor plans to support local businesses by cutting red tape and attracting new investment, particularly in high-growth sectors.

Major ongoing projects like the Valley Line West LRT expansion and the revitalization of Downtown Edmonton remain top priorities.

Emphasizing practical solutions over politics, Knack’s immediate goal is to unite the new council around a shared vision for a safer, more affordable city for everyone.

3. Arts, Crafts & Culture 🎭

Free Admission at Art Gallery of Alberta (Oct 30, 4-7pm)

FREE! Last Thursday of the month free admission to explore multiple exhibitions

Art Battle Edmonton (Nov 1)

Watch artists compete live in a high-speed painting competition - you vote for the winner!

Audreys Book Club: The Wax Child by Olga Ravn (Oct 27)

FREE monthly book discussion group

Food For Thought: A Culinary Bookclub (Oct 27)

Literary discussion combined with culinary themes at the Library

Irrational Brewing: A Chilling Cabaret (Oct 30)

Monthly cabaret series with performers, music, and Halloween theme

4. Family Activities & Kid-Friendly 👨‍👩‍👧‍👦

The Headless Carrot Halloween Party (Oct 31)

FREE admission! Family-friendly Halloween bash with fun and surprises

DARK at Fort Edmonton Park (Until Nov 1)

Halloween experience for ages 14+ (more intense for older kids)

Pumpkins After Dark (Until Oct 31)

Family-friendly pumpkin displays and entertainment at Borden Park

Royal Alberta Museum (Year-round)

Explore vast collections from archaeology to natural history

Bountiful Farmers Market (Every Fri-Sun)

FREE admission! Family market with food hall and children's play area

5. Night Life🌜

SCREAM 2025 (Oct 31-Nov 2)

Canada's largest Halloween dance event with world-class DJs and immersive experiences

Beercade's Haunted House (Oct 31)

Halloween party at the arcade with costumes and games

The Raving Dead Halloween Party (Oct 31)

SWEAT and Grindstone's annual pop-up Halloween zombie theme party

Neon Nightmares: House of 1000 BPMs (Oct 31)

High-energy Halloween dance party

MKT Annual Halloween Party 2025 (Nov 2)

Drink specials, DJ, and over 100 beers to choose from

6. Sports⚾

Edmonton Oilers vs. Utah Mammoth (Oct 28)

NHL hockey at Rogers Place

Edmonton Oilers vs. New York Rangers (Oct 30)

NHL hockey action at Rogers Place

Edmonton Oilers vs Chicago Blackhawks (Nov 2)

NHL hockey game

Oil Kings vs. Pats/Hitmen (Oct 25-26 weekend games)

WHL hockey games for a more affordable sports option

Edmonton Elks Football (Check schedule)

CFL games at Commonwealth Stadium with family-friendly Fan Park

7. Meetups👬

Writers Bloc Edmonton MeetUp (Oct 29, 6:30-8:30 PM)

FREE! Writing community meetup at Rhubarb Cafe

Nerd Nite Edmonton (Oct 30)

Drinks, costumes, and nerdy talks on spooky topics including AI horror

Edmonton Tech Wednesdays (Check dates)

Networking for developers, marketers, and entrepreneurs

Community Networking Meetup: For Entrepreneurs (Check schedule)

Connect with fellow entrepreneurs

Edmonton Go Language Meetup (Monthly)

For programming enthusiasts

8. Food, Drink and Happy Hours🍿🍾

Our Food, Drink, and Happy Hour updates are now in our sister publication - Edmunchie.com - The Delicious newsletter. Go here now.

In coming...
This Week's Weather

Overall, the period features a mild, mostly dry run with comfortable daytime highs and light winds throughout, just as requested

Mon 27 Oct – High 5 °C / Low –1 °C. Chilly but light winds keep it feeling steady; mostly cloudy with only a slight chance of a sprinkle or flurry, otherwise dry .

Tue 28 Oct – High 7 °C / Low 2 °C. A mild start to the week: comfortable temperatures, gentle northwest breeze, a few patchy clouds and no significant precipitation .

Wed 29 Oct – High 9 °C / Low 1 °C. Similar pattern - partly sunny skies, very light winds, staying dry through the day .

Thu 30 Oct – High 11 °C / Low –1 °C. Noticeably warmer; a mix of sun and scattered high cloud, calm conditions, no rain or snow expected .

Fri 31 Oct – High 12 °C / Low 1 °C. Ends the stretch on a pleasantly comfortable note: light southerly breezes, intervals of cloud but largely dry - ideal for outdoor plans .

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💡 Answer to Trivia Question:

Princess Louise Caroline Alberta, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria

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