Hello Leduc and Beaumont! It's a quiet Sunday, with a useful mix of local news to share: a fresh look at industrial activity next door in Nisku, a road closure to plan around this Friday, and a few festive dates as the holiday season gets closer.

What's new with industrial space in Nisku?

The Edmonton Journal reported on November 4 on a third-quarter update covering Greater Edmonton's industrial market. According to the Journal:

• The vacancy rate across the region held steady at 3.8%

• Inside Edmonton city limits, the report showed "negative absorption" of more than 172,000 square feet of industrial space, meaning there was that much more vacant industrial space at the end of the quarter than at the start

• Nisku added almost 220,000 square feet of occupied commercial space

• Acheson added another 77,000 square feet

The Journal said location is part of the story, including access to the Queen Elizabeth II Highway and proximity to Edmonton International Airport, and it also pointed to a tax gap between the city and surrounding counties. Leduc County publishes its 2026 tax rates, which vary by property type.

These figures describe commercial and industrial space in one quarterly snapshot. They don't tell us what any one home will sell for, and they aren't a prediction about future demand. If you work in Nisku or you're thinking about living closer to work south of Edmonton, I'm always happy to talk through neighbourhoods in Leduc and Beaumont.

Will Highway 21 be closed this Friday?

Yes, for part of the day. Leduc County says there will be a full closure of Highway 21 at the rail crossing near Looma on Friday, November 13, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. for CN Rail repairs. A detour will use Range Road 225 and Range Road 233. If that route is part of your usual drive, it's a good one to plan around.

When can I register for Light Up Leduc?

Registration for Light Up Leduc 2026 opens Thursday, November 12. The City invites residents to register decorated homes and help brighten the community for the holidays.

The season also kicks off at Light Up the Park on Friday, November 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Alexandra Park, next to the Civic Centre. The City says it is free to attend. The event listing includes holiday crafts at the Leduc Public Library, free photos with Santa (bring a smartphone), free hot chocolate and coffee, and holiday carols with the Beaumont Songbirds Choirs.

What's happening in Beaumont this coming weekend?

After Remembrance Day on Wednesday, Beaumont has two community gatherings to look forward to:

• The 9th Annual Beaumont Night Market is on Saturday, November 14, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre (5001 Rue Eaglemont). This year's theme is "Flannel & Frost," and the City's calendar describes a market of local artisans and services, plus a scavenger hunt.

• The Diwali Festival of Lights follows on Sunday, November 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Beaumont Community Centre (5204 50 Avenue). The City's listing invites families and friends for an evening of lights, cultural programs and food.

And a quick reminder for Leduc: City Council's 2027 budget meetings continue tomorrow, Monday, November 9 at 5:30 p.m. at the Leduc Civic Centre, including time for public input. Speakers register in advance or in person before the meeting.

FAQ

What did the Edmonton Journal report about Nisku?

Nisku added almost 220,000 square feet of occupied commercial space in the third quarter. The Journal said the regional industrial vacancy rate held at 3.8%, while Edmonton city limits saw negative absorption of more than 172,000 square feet. Acheson added another 77,000 square feet.

When is Highway 21 closed near Looma?

Friday, November 13, from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the rail crossing near Looma, for CN Rail repairs. The detour uses Range Road 225 and Range Road 233.

When does Light Up Leduc registration open?

Thursday, November 12. Light Up the Park is Friday, November 20, from 6 to 8 p.m. at Alexandra Park, and it is free to attend.

When is the Beaumont Night Market?

Saturday, November 14, from 3 to 9 p.m. at the Beaumont Sport and Recreation Centre. This year's theme is "Flannel & Frost."

When is Beaumont's Diwali Festival of Lights?

Sunday, November 15, from 4 to 8 p.m. at the Beaumont Community Centre.

Keith Lopushinsky, REALTOR®, RE/MAX Real Estate