Talking about Rossdale

We're joined by an archeology expert and an advocate with experience in Indigenous relations for a deep dive on Indigenous engagement in Rossdale, and across the river valley.

• (00:00) - Introduction
• (00:42) - Restaurant closures
• (10:32) - Ad: Edmonton Opera
• (12:11) - Rossdale engagement
• (14:22) - Interview with Kisha and Miranda
• (54:01) - Post-interview discussion
• (59:50) - Scramble update
• (01:00:30) - Closing

Here are the relevant links for this episode:

Restaurant closures

• July 21, 2026 Food Roundup
• String of restaurant closures in downtown Edmonton has business owners talking about challenges

Rossdale engagement

• Rossdale debate reflects differing worldviews and capacities, advocates say
• Treaty 6 nations aim to redevelop contentious Rossdale lots
• Miranda Jimmy: Legal, Ethical, and Moral Obligations to the Treaty Relationship
• Métis archaeologist transforms her field from 'grave robber' to 'grave finder'
• River Cross Business Plan (PDF)

Guests

• Kisha Supernant
• Miranda Jimmy

Scramble update

• Edmonton delays removal of Whyte Avenue scramble crosswalks until 2027

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