“Family violence and homelessness are part of a larger network of social issues impacting community safety and well-being in Edmonton," said chief Dale McFee of Edmonton Police Service. When asked on Monday about a rise of violent crime in the city, he said affordable housing and shelter spaces are part of reversing that trend.
Sohi said about 3,000 people experience homelessness in Edmonton every day. "I am so pleased to see that the Government of Alberta is looking to create additional permanent shelter spaces that are Indigenous-led and for women as we continue to work together on long-term solutions." "Edmonton is experiencing an unprecedented housing and homelessness crisis," Sohi said in a news release.
The province said the funding will allow Edmonton shelters to operate 24-7 while also evening a funding differential with Calgary, something Mayor Amarjeet Sohi has been demanding for months. "This call for applications from providers is a necessary step to increase the city’s shelter capacity, especially for women and Indigenous people struggling with homelessness.” “Alberta’s government is laser-focused on tackling homelessness and poverty in Edmonton and across the province," said Jason Nixon, minister of seniors, community and social services. Some of the spaces will specifically be for women and Indigenous people. The province already funds 777 "emergency shelter spaces" and 300 "longer-term shelter spaces" in Edmonton, at a cost of $20 million a year. To make a table reservation at Gold Spike, visit Under current state guidelines, guests are required to wear a mask inside the venue unless actively eating or drinking. Attendees of Gold Spike’s “The Big Spike” must be 21+ to enter.Edmonton's mayor and police chief applauded Tuesday a provincial plan to create more shelter spaces in the capital city.Īlberta's UCP government is offering an additional $5 million to shelter operators in exchange for creating 450 new "temporary winter spaces." Prices are subject to change based on availability. Open bar, reserved seating for up to 4 guests and served tailgate buffet from 1:30 p.m. Living Room High Top (4 guests) – $500.00 before tax and gratuity Open bar, reserved seating for up to 5 guests and served tailgate buffet from 1:30 p.m. Living Room Table (5 guests) – $625.00 before tax and gratuity
Open bar, reserved seating for 1 guest and served tailgate buffet from 1:30 p.m. Tackle your big game viewing plans with one of Gold Spike’s ‘The Big Spike’ party packages:īar Seat (1 guest) – $125.00 before tax and gratuity
During the game fans will have the opportunity to win big with contests and giveaways. At 3:30 p.m., pigskin-loving patrons can catch every foul, fumble and touchdown surrounded by jumbo screens and state-of-the-art surround sound. with a tailgate buffet featuring bar bites, booze and fan favorite snacks like Chicken Tenders, Beef Sliders and Mozzarella Bites. On Sunday, February 13 th, Gold Spike’s big game viewing party takes team bonding to a whole new level with football, friends, food and more! The big game blowout kicks off at 1:30 p.m. Go big or go home at Gold Spike ’s ‘The Big Spike!’ Downtown Las Vegas’ premier adult playground and nightlife venue’s signature Big Game viewing party invites fans to celebrate the ultimate football Sunday funday with bites, brews and special giveaways.
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