April 2026
Tattoo trends in 2026 show shift in style and wider age appeal at Edmonton art festival
The Edmonton Tattoo & Arts Festival is bringing together artists and clients of all ages this weekend, highlighting how tattoo culture continues to evolve in both style and accessibility. Held at the Edmonton Expo Centre, the event features hundreds of artists working live, with many attendees getting tattooed on the spot. “There was a lot […]
Pro wrestling surges in Edmonton as indie crowds grow
Professional wrestling is drawing bigger crowds in Edmonton again, with local independent promotions selling out venues and retailers reporting increased demand for wrestling collectibles. Promotions like Top Talent Wrestling regularly pack Midway Music Hall to nearly 1,000 fans in recent months, while newer groups such as Black Hole Pro have sold out debut events at […]
Thrifting becomes a necessity for young Albertans
For many young Albertans, shopping for new clothes doesn’t quite look the way it used to. With rent continuing to climb and groceries getting more expensive, clothing has fallen to the bottom of the priority list. As a result, more young adults are turning to thrift stores and not just because it’s trendy, but because […]
NAIT tipi raising gives students hands-on connection to Indigenous culture
NAIT’s Nîsôhkamâtotân Centre held its annual tipi raising ceremony in the Feltham Centre (CAT) Building on April 10, 2026. The ceremony is a celebration in Indigenous culture that represents new beginnings. This annual ceremony is part of NAIT’s ongoing efforts to highlight Indigenous culture and celebrate students’ success. Students and staff are invited to participate […]
New affordable student housing coming to Edmonton
The City of Edmonton has announced the “Downtown Student Housing Incentive” to expand the affordable student housing market downtown. The $15 million project will see five new buildings centered around Downtown Edmonton’s newest park, O’Daymin park. Multiple development companies, such as the Autograph group, will work on one or two of the five planned developments. […]
Soaring beef prices show signs of easing
Beef prices in Canada have risen significantly over the past few years. Low cattle supply, steady demand, COVID-19 and recent conflicts have contributed to the 14% year over year increase. Data from Statistics Canada suggests relief could be on the way, with cattle numbers rising this year for the first time since 2018. “It’s recovering, […]
Red Deer Polytechnic wins CCAA men’s volleyball championship
The Red Deer Polytechnic claimed back-to-back titles at the 2026 CCAA men’s volleyball championships defeating College of the Rockies Avalanche. Hosted by Northern Alberta Institute of Technology (NAIT), eight teams from across Canada competed for the title from March 11 to 14.
World famous magician brings Jaadu Night to NAIT campus
A Vancouver-based magician with years of international experience performed for a diverse crowd at NAIT’s Jaadu Night on March 27. Anmoldeep Singh, known as Anmol Magic, headlined the event alongside dance performances and audience participation. Organized by NAITSA, the show aimed to bring together students from different backgrounds and cultures. Organizers also opened ticket sales […]