We've got a little update on Bridgegate, and we talk about the impact of major construction projects on businesses. Plus, we go on a bit of a deep dive into a southeast neighbourhood that was designed with only one way in or out. What could go wrong?

• (00:00) - Introduction

Here are the relevant links for this episode:

Canada vs. Uzbekistan

• LinkedIn post from Jason Syvixay
• Footy Scran
• News Release: Commonwealth Stadium welcomed more than 46,000 soccer fans despite heavy rain

Bridgegate update

• What could Edmonton's High Level Bridge replacement look like?
• May 25, 2026 - Infrastructure Committee
• Edmonton's Next Bridge Must Be Its Greatest: Let's Do It Right
• 2021: Walterdale Bridge still cost Edmonton $155M, even after contractor paid damages for delays

Construction impacts on businesses

• Construction forces closure of Edmonton's top Indian restaurant
• Reddit thread on Khazana
• Food Roundup: June 2, 2026
• August 2024: City council rejects grant program for Stony Plain Road businesses struggling through LRT work

Maple traffic woes

• New 4-way stop removed after causing traffic nightmare in Maple Crest neighbourhood
• Traffic snarl in southeast Edmonton leads city to remove newly installed 4-way stop
• City of Edmonton installs, then removes 4-way stop sign in Maple Crest neighbourhood
• Maple NSP (PDF)
• 2022: Councillors decide not to expand road access to southeast Edmonton community
• Feb. 03, 2026 - City Council - Public Hearing

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