The Holiday Hamper Foundation says it's received a record number of requests from families in need this year.

As of Saturday, Edmontonians looking to drop in for a COVID-19 test will have to go to the Edmonton Expo Centre.

A new COVID-19 testing centre opened in Edmonton on Wednesday morning.

A joint letter signed by nine local groups warns the closure of the EXPO COVID-19 shelter will lead to issues in vulnerable communities, including deaths. 

A temporary drop-in day shelter set up to offer services to Edmonton's most vulnerable population amid the COVID-19 pandemic will close at the end of the month.

The City of Edmonton aims to end drop-in services for the homeless at the Edmonton EXPO Centre by August.

The 98-unit hotel will be leased to Boyle Street Community Services, with assistance from Homeward Trust Edmonton, to operate as a "bridge housing option."

The chicken may have been served to 300 to 500 Edmonton EXPO Centre clients and staff on Friday, April 17, over the lunch hour. 

The City of Edmonton has released more details about day-to-day operations at the EXPO centre, including a push for more shower facilities.

Two local charities are hoping the generosity of Edmontonians will help keep the homeless population warm and clothed as the COVID-19 crisis continues.