NAIT NewsWatch – November 1, 2024
November 5, 2024 - NAIT NewsWatch returns this week, and we cover stories on international student policy changes, a new gambling course at the University of Alberta, Edmonton’s festivals struggling to keep up wit
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Animal shelter in Edmonton sees numbers rise during pandemic
Enjoying the outdoors is a favourite pastime for many in Edmonton. During this pandemic, one of the few positives has been having more time to get outdoors, and this has meant people have been noticing more and more wildlife. This has led to an increase to calls to animal shelters across the city. “I would […]
Cheers to CHED!
Santa’s Anonymous has stamped their 65th year of delivering toys to children across Edmonton. They also reached their goal of helping 20,000 children find new toys under their Christmas trees. They have come a long way from helping 500 children on their first year in 1955. This year also marked a new approach to receiving […]
How has online school affected student mental health?
A recent survey of post-secondary students shows that 20 per cent of students are highly concerned about future jobs and 40 per cent of students are slightly concerned about what the job market will be like when they finish their programs. The uncertainty of the job market with the regular stress that comes with school […]
Donating during COVID in Edmonton
Donation centres have taken a hit this year as COVID-19 has forced many to stop accepting certain items, cancel pick-up services and reduce hours and capacity. Where to donate, how to donate and what to donate are questions many Edmontonians don’t have the time to find answers for, leaving donation centres, and those who need […]
Tyson Boyd shares the reasons behind his successful restaurant business
Tyson Cale Boyd owns hospitality businesses for more than a decade in Edmonton. He runs Concert Works which is a live entertainment business and The Starlite Room, a restaurant business. Boyd still keeps his restaurant busy and organize live concerts while following the pandemic guidelines. Boyd’s initial experience started with organizing live concerts for Alberta […]