Downtown Business Association of Edmonton
10121 Jasper Avenue T5J 4X6 Edmonton, AB, Canada

The Edmonton Symphony Orchestra has a new monthly podcast called ESO Offstage. It dives deep behind the scenes of the past, present and future of symphonies. In January's episode, they talked about gender bias and the history of women in the classical music world. New episodes were released this week. Listen now https://www.winspearcentre.com/virtual/eso-offstage-podcast/

Tomorrow, join the Business Link and Downtown business owners Tamera Rude from XTherapy Athletics and Christian Mena from SABOR Restaurant for a panel discussion on innovation and navigating the challenges of COVID. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/bia-innovation-post-covid-beyon

We're taking pre-orders for our Bollito Misto Dinner happening this Saturday, January 16th. **One Day Only** Taste a classic Northern Italian dish perfect for ...a cold winter's day! Available for pick-up and delivery. For more info, click the link in our bio. . . . . . #bollitomisto #cucinaitaliana #italiancomfortfood #boiledandmixed #slowcooking #yegfood #yegdt #yeglocal #onedayonly #dalla #dallayeg *Photo courtesy of serious eats. See more

There are so many great things to discover Downtown Edmonton. Check out our Guide to Downtown for everything from which restaurants you can support right now to fun outdoor winter activities. Request a FREE copy now: https://edmontondowntown.com/downtownguide/

Fresh air, sunshine and public art. The next time you're Downtown, make sure to check out the two exhibits put on by The Works Fest, on until January 21. In the old Hardware Grill space (9698 Jasper Ave) is "Wildflowers: Metis Women of Fort Edmonton, 1785-1910", an exhibit of beadwork by Sharon Rose Kootenay, curated by Brittany Cherweniuk. On Churchill Square is "Transformation: Promise and Wisdom", a giant arch of intricate beadwork by Sharon Rose Kootenay and Jason Symi...ngton. https://www.theworks.ab.ca/transformation

Vegans sure know how to eat. From very obvious plant-based power bowls to "if you know, you know" vegan cinnamon buns, you can get your vegan fix Downtown https://www.edmontondowntown.com/food-drink/vegan/ : Copper Branch

Did you know Downtown Edmonton has 7.8km of protected bike lanes, shared roads and paths? In case you missed it - Edmonton's Bike Plan: https://edmonton.ca//cycl/bicycle-transportation-plan.aspx

To help with recovery, Restaurants Canada is offering complimentary one-year membership to independent foodservice operators. Gain access to the latest COVID-19 updates and resources, industry insights and more. Sign up for a membership today https://www.edmontondowntown.com/covid-businesses/

Calling all employers! The application phase of Canada Summer Jobs has been extended to Feb 3. Submit your application to receive funding to hire talented youth for your business https://www.canada.ca//ser/funding/canada-summer-jobs.html

If you and your staff are looking for help with having positive interactions with your vulnerable neighbours and de-escalating potentially dangerous situations, the City of Edmonton’s Neighborhood Empowerment Team (NET) is offering a free training session. Email [email protected] for more info.

If you're a Downtown buiness owner, live Downtown or find yourself spending more time in the core than the rest of YEG, sign up for our newsletter and stay up to date with all things Downtown Edmonton. https://www.edmontondowntown.com/about/signup/

Drive sales by improving your business’ online presence through the Making Edmonton Digital program. The DBA has partnered with the University of Alberta’s School of Retailing to help Downtown businesses adopt digital technology through one-on-one assistance and accessible online marketing tools. Sign up now: http://www.makingedmontondigital.com

Explore North America's largest urban parkland with a private Segway tour. River Valley Adventure Co. offers a range of tours including a winter tour, perfect for this warm weather we've been having. https://www.rivervalleyadventure.com/

Join Mayor Don Iveson, Tom Anselmi, COO of Oilers Entertainment Group and Nicole Janssen, Co-CEO @ AltaML, for a virtual noon-hour discussion on how they are pivoting in the present and planning to thrive in the future. Gain fresh insights and ideas on how Downtown businesses can navigate these uncertain times and how we can work together to foster an innovative Downtown. https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/innovate-downtown-new-approache

A virtual How To Festival, Black dance history, online Christmas tree shopping and other ways to support Downtown Edmonton this weekend November 20-22. https://www.edmontondowntown.com//support-downtown-edmont/

Bundle up, grab a hot drink from a Downtown coffee shop and take yourself on a walking tour of Downtown Edmonton. Learn history behind some of Downtown's iconic buildings or take in some of Downtown's public art collection. https://www.edmontondowntown.com/explore-downt/walkingtours

We are excited for this Sunday’s show featuring the latest Edmonton Jazz Collective (EJC) project. You can catch the show at our http://edmontonjazz.com homepag...e starting at 7PM MST. The roster of our EJC ensembles are unique each time. For this project we are showcasing original compositions by the ensemble members: Chris Andrew (musical director and piano), PJ Perry (saxophone), Sandro Dominelli (drums), Jim Head (guitar), Bob Tildesley (trumpet), Audrey Ochoa (trombone), Rubim de Toledo (bass) and Kate Blechinger (vocals). This project is being presented in partnership with the first ever Canadian Online Jazz Festival (http://cojazz.ca) and is free for all to enjoy! This will be the first of a few initiatives the EJFS has plans to present in an effort to help get local musicians performing and collaborating. (Musicians, watch for more details to follow!)

Downtown Dining Week Extended Until November 15 https://www.edmontondowntown.com/downtowndiningweek You did it Edmonton! You made every meal count. ... We’re thankful for the generous support you have shown the Downtown hospitality industry during Downtown Dining Week. These past 12-days have truly made a difference to our restaurant community who have been struggling to survive these past few months. We’re so thankful that we are extending Downtown Dining Week one more week until Sunday, November 15. More than 30 restaurants will continue to offer dine-in, take-out and/or curbside of their Downtown Dining Week multi-course menus lunch/brunch $20 and $35/$50 for dinner. Check online to see which restaurants are still participating. https://www.edmontondowntown.com/downtowndiningweek/ Thank you for getting out and supporting our Downtown businesses!