Edmonton Journal
🏢 Postmedia
📍 AB
Aug 7, 2026
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'Distinct lack of support': Downtown Edmonton sports bar closes, opens new spot in Wîhkwêntôwin
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'Distinct lack of support': Downtown Edmonton sports bar closes, opens new spot in Wîhkwêntôwin
"Unfortunately, a distinct lack of support and viable solutions from the city leadership for downtown businesses has made continuing operations at this address a challenge."
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By Liam Newbigging
Published Aug 07, 2026
Last updated 40 minutes ago
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