Funicular closed three weeks fix cold weather-related issues

Edmonton’s river valley funicular will be closed until mid-December while city crews install a number of upgrades to allow it to operate more smoothly in cold temperatures.
Between now and mid-December, crews will be putting a glass roof over the lower doors to “reduce issues during winter weather” and a “heating loop” in the door sill to prevent ice build-up on the lower doors.
Also being installed are raised markers, handrails and signage on staircases to improve