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Publication Date: August 17, 2026 - 08:00
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‘I just wanted to get out of there': Edmonton transit riders report drug use, assaults
August 17, 2026
The City of Edmonton has been trying to improve safety on public transit for years, hiring more peace and police officers, expanding outreach teams and spending more on cleaning and security upgrades. However, text messages sent to the line over the course of one month earlier this year suggest many riders are still concerned about safety on the system.
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