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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How COVID-19 is impacting local businesses
The Alberta government closed non-essential businesses on March 27, and food businesses were only permitted to continue to allow take-out or delivery options. This marked an important step in the COVID-19 shut down, and many businesses were left wondering about rent. It’s been nearly a month now, and businesses are still being affected by the […]
Q&A with a local filmmaker: From Student to Miss Independent
Chloe Cruz is a 20-year-old independent photographer and videographer currently based in Vancouver, British Colombia. But how did Chloe get to where she is now? Born in the Philippines, Chloe relocated to Canada along with her Mom at the young age of five. She lived in Edmonton for the rest of her school life until […]
What you should know before cutting or dyeing your hair in quarantine
Because of COVID-19, we have been restricted from leaving our households or being able to come in contact with other individuals. This has resulted in the closing of local stores, pubs, hair & aesthetics salons and more. Because of the lack of accessibility for hair salons specifically, self-dyeing or cutting of hair, is becoming a […]
Alberta teacher speaks to educating during the COVID-19 outbreak
Annika Smith is a first year teacher. After subbing in Edmonton for a few months, she took a maternity leave position in Whitecourt in January. But with schools closing mid-March, her expectations for her first semester took a sharp turn. Along with teachers across the country, Smith is now navigating her way through online classes. […]
Edmonton’s Fringe Festival cancelled for the year
As organizations and events continue to react to the COVID-19 pandemic, Edmonton’s International Fringe Theatre Festival has cancelled its shows for the summer. This would have been its 39th year. “It’s hard to imagine an Edmonton summer without Fringe. While the decision to cancel is difficult and emotional, we also know it’s necessary. The health […]