October 2018
NAIT NewsWatch – October 26, 2018
This week on NAIT NewsWatch, we take a look at why students may be reluctant to get the flu shot. Plus, retiring Police Chief Rod Knecht shares some final thoughts about his time on the job and we take you to the Uniquely Me fundraiser in support of the Down Syndrome Society. In sports, the Ooks […]
NAIT finalizes policy and guidelines on marijuana legalization
With marijuana becoming legal on October 17, NAIT is working on putting the final touches on its guidelines. The school has currently not released its plans but they do have a plan in place to communicate with its students once legalization comes. Clint Galloway, NAIT’s director of Student Well-Being, says that they are planning to have […]
New initiative at NAIT seeks to educate men on consent and toxic masculinity
A new program at NAIT is challenging men to think critically about their own masculinity, and what it means to be a man. The Men at NAIT (M.A.N.) program is delivered as a series of eight weekly meetings, with topics ranging from general masculinity, to online interactions, to what to do if one witnesses a […]
Furry friends come to NAIT to support mental health
Students at NAIT got a break from the books this week when some furry friends came to campus. The petting zoo is held as a way to help students relax during exam time. “Research has shown that when you interact with animals, especially if you enjoy it, your body actually releases hormones that make you […]
Royal Canadian Humane Association honours Albertans for bravery
The Royal Canadian Humane Association honoured 30 Albertans for showing extraordinary bravery during times of crisis. Lieutenant Governor Lois Mitchell showed great pride when talking about the recipients at this year’s awards. “The Albertans receiving awards today responded with great strength, courage and presence of mind and they saved lives through their efforts.” The recipients came […]
Edmonton adjusts to legalization of cannabis
Since the legalization of cannabis October 17, pot shops around the city have seen lineups out the door and down the street. Numo Cannabis, an independently owned store was one of the stores that was open the first day of legalization. “Being independent, we’re really here for those people that have been working in this […]
NAIT NewsWatch – October 19, 2018
This week on NAIT NewsWatch we take a look at the first day of marijuana legalization in the country and the rules associated with this legalization. As well as the partnership NAIT has with Pogo, a car-sharing company. Also, how animal shelters around the city are over capacity with cats. In sports, we take a […]
Edmonton council votes to continue using calcium chloride on roads
After a long and heated debate at city hall on October 9, Edmonton city council decided to continue the anti-icing pilot program, which uses calcium chloride on city roads to clear snow and ice. Councillors were trying to decide if having clearer roads was worth the risk of possible corrosion on people’s vehicles and damage to […]