Revised waterfront program approved

After a handful of public engagement sessions and closed-door meetings with special interest groups, the minds behind the proposed City Centre Waterfront Program presented their revised vision to the Wood Buffalo’s municipal council Tuesday evening, and received unanimous approval.

While the plan has now officially been given the green light to move forward, residents are being asked to keep in mind that the CCWP is only a guiding document, and can still be altered as new challenges and considerations arise.

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Let’s revitalize Edmonton’s waterfront, say some city councillors

Everyone in the water.

Toronto, Penticton and Dawson City are revitalizing the waterfronts in those cities — and now it’s time for Edmonton to get on board too, say some city councillors.

Coun. Karen Leibovici says it’s high time Edmonton fully harnessed the consumer potential along the banks of the North Saskatchewan and offered more opportunities for residents to enjoy the river valley.

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