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It seems awfully hard to get the provinces attention on urban and downtown issues, unless it involves violence and social disorder.

We face a number of similar issues, so hopefully the mayor of Calgary will get through to the provincial government, for our sake too.

calgaryherald.com

Mayor Jyoti Gondek renews pitch to province during discussion on Calgary downtown strategy

The mayor brought multiple downtown partners together with provincial officials for a roundtable discussion on downtown revitalization.
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Location:9828 - 101A AVENUE NW
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Description:To Construct Interior Alterations (Convert Storage Room to Secure Indoor Bike Storage)
Location:10123 - 99 STREET NW
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Applicant:PLANWORKS ARCHITECTURE INC
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Don't know how many employees RBC has Downtown, asking them to come to the office 3-4 days a week.

www.reuters.com

Canadian lender RBC increases work-from-office time as COVID ebbs

Royal Bank of Canada on Tuesday asked its employees to return to office three or four days a week, as Canada's largest lender eases its COVID-19 protocols.
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It is not just RBC, I see more and more people around recently when I go through City Centre and elsewhere. Interestingly I saw around 35 people in the Stantec food court area yesterday, the one with seating but no actual food places yet.

With all the places that closed downtown during COVID, I think some businesses will eventually realize lots of customers are back and are being undeserved. I noticed the food place in Enterprise Square has reopened.

Although still waiting for that much anticipated new coffee place in Manulife to open.
 
^Ancidontally yes, would like to hear more numbers from the City or perhaps EDBA on how many are actually back.

Also noticed was busy in Commerce food court yesterday and Sunterra is back up with all it's offerings.
 
Greenspace said:
^Ancidontally yes, would like to hear more numbers from the City or perhaps EDBA on how many are actually back.

Also noticed was busy in Commerce food court yesterday and Sunterra is back up with all it's offerings.
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I suppose if they regularly go through these places as often as I do, which I sort of doubt, they could as easily count the same numbers too. Yes, Sunterra is back up which is good to see.

Anecdotally, perhaps in so far as maybe not as comprehensive, but probably more current than the information they are working with which might be weeks, months or even years old.
 
There are a couple of places that still need to open, such as the Rotten Ronnies in Commerce Place. The entrance between ECC and the HSBC building is still shut since early 2020. And I found out recently that you can walk from the lower floor of Enbridge Place to the Rice Howard Place food court but not the other way because the Enbridge doors are locked.
 
The McDonalds in Commerce Place is a strange one, it was closed very early in the pandemic and looks untouched since then, as if it may reopen tomorrow.

Most other food places around it stayed open or have reopened quite a while ago. Personally, I think someone put a curse on it when it took over that space from a very nice little local cafe/deli that was there before.

I recall this being somewhat controversial at the time. That spot could really use something better.
 
Both locations (Commerce and ECC) had considerable disorder issues to deal at the counter with and so I am curious if and when they reopen.
 
Road closures and travel interruptions for regimental funeral for Constable Travis Jordan and Constable Brett Ryan
March 24, 2023

On Monday, March 27, 2023, Edmontonians will honour the service of Constable Travis Jordan and Constable Brett Ryan who were killed in the line of duty on March 16.

Edmontonians should expect delays to their commutes, whether driving, biking or taking transit, and are asked to leave additional time to arrive at their planned destination.

Edmonton Transit Service is offering free transit to anyone traveling to and from downtown for the procession and funeral. Commuters should be prepared for increased ridership, especially in Park and Ride locations.

Commuters should prepare for route detours and transit delays beginning at 8:30 a.m. until 5 p.m. Access to businesses and parking along the procession route will be impacted. We ask Edmontonians to show patience as the city recognizes their sacrifice.

Procession and regimental funeral preparation
To prepare for the procession and regimental funeral, the following services will be unavailable on Sunday March 26:
  • Pedway access to Rogers Place, through JW Marriott, Ford Hall and the MacEwan LRT Station will be closed from Sunday, March 26 at noon until Monday, March 27 at 5 p.m. The Pedway between Edmonton Tower and JW Marriott will remain open.
  • Edmontonians will not be able to access the LRT, Edmonton Tower, JW Marriott or the Grand Villa Casino through Ford Hall until Monday, March 27 at 5 p.m.
  • The Government Centre Transit Centre will be closed on Sunday, March 26 from 11 p.m. and is expected to reopen Monday, March 27 at 2 p.m. The LRT will not be impacted.
Parking restrictions
Parking restrictions will be in place in various locations starting at noon on Sunday, March 26. Please observe signage at:
  • Edmonton Police Services Headquarters - Downtown Division at 9620 103a Ave
  • Along the procession route
  • 109 Street from 97 Avenue to 104 Avenue
  • 99 Avenue from 106 Street to 109 Street
  • CN Tower on 104 Avenue from 99 Street to 100 Street
  • 103 Street from 105 Avenue to 106 Avenue
  • 105 Avenue at 102 Street
  • 102 Street north of 105 Avenue
Vehicles that remain parked in restricted areas will be relocated via towing beginning at 8 a.m. on Monday, March 27. For more information about parking visit edmonton.ca/Parking

March 27 Edmonton Transit Service detours and closures
Detours will begin at 8:30 a.m. Regular service on Jasper Avenue will resume at approximately 2 p.m, and regular service on 104 Avenue will resume at approximately 5 p.m.

For a real-time list of impacted routes, visit the Detours and Bus Stop Closures page.

March 27 road closures
Road closures along the procession route will begin at 8:30 a.m. with some intersections allowing traffic to cross the procession route. A full road closure will begin for the entire route at 10:45 a.m. with no cross traffic at intersections permitted.

The procession route with the exception of 104 Avenue between 101 Street to 105 Street will reopen at 1 p.m. 104 Avenue between 101 Street to 105 Street will re-open at 5 p.m.

Procession route details
The procession will begin at the Alberta Legislature at 11:45 a.m. followed by the regimental funeral at 1 p.m. Those lining the route are encouraged to arrive early and use free Edmonton Transit Service and Park & Ride.
Temporary restrooms will be available along the route, however, Edmontonians are encouraged to be prepared with the amenities they require and to take all garbage away with them.

Regimental funeral service public viewing areas
Access to Rogers Place for the funeral is by invitation only and limited to family, special guests, EPS members and members of law enforcement, emergency services and military communities.

Public viewing areas will be available at:
  • Ice District Plaza, 10360 102 Street NW, and
  • Sir Winston Churchill Square
These viewing areas are outside so please dress appropriately for the weather.

Limited seating will be available inside City Hall, 1 Sir Winston Churchill Square for the elderly or those with mobility challenges.

Mental health support will be available at viewing areas as well as along the procession route.

For more information:
edmonton.ca/InMemoriam
 
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IanO said:
Both locations (Commerce and ECC) had considerable disorder issues to deal at the counter with and so I am curious if and when they reopen.
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I thought the one in City Centre is open and almost everything else still in the Commerce Place food area is open. So I think the issue is something else specific to it.
 
Sounds like the former Station on Jasper space may be leased

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