Convention centre merger to save Northlands still puts debt on Edmonton taxpayers

City council is finalizing details of a merger between Edmonton’s two conference centres — the Expo and the Shaw — that could save Northlands from collapse but won’t shelter taxpayers from its $47-million outstanding debt.
“Eyes wide open, we know there is going to continue to be a cost to the community,” said Mayor Don Iveson, promising to release details about the deal before the election, as soon as negotiations are finalized.
Council debated its next