Edmonton·CBC PODCAST
More than a decade since development began on the community on the former airport lands, critics say the growth has been too slow. Still, residents are settling in to their new home.
More than a decade since development began, residents are settling in
Blatchford was to be the first of its kind — a new, sustainability-focused community in the heart of Edmonton.
18:33Buying into Blatchford
It’s been 10 years and counting, and some say the development is moving way too slowly.
But people are choosing to call Blatchford home. This week, host Clare Bonnyman sits down with one resident to talk about living the Blatchford dream and what it’s like when your neighbourhood becomes a political talking point.
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