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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NAIT students asking for a fall reading break
It’s Reading Week at many post-secondary schools in Edmonton, but not at NAIT. Universities like MacEwan and the U of A implemented the fall reading break in 2014. The break was created to help students catch up on assignments and reduce stress levels. via GIPHY Many NAIT students are questioning why NAIT is one of […]
New partnership brings local art to Edmonton EXPO Centre
The Edmonton EXPO Centre and the Nina Haggerty Centre for the Arts are working together to share art. The new Art Pavilion is showcasing a total of 18 pieces from artists at the Nina. It features art that spans walls, touches the ceiling and framed art of various sizes. “We had two of the feature […]
NAIT NewsWatch – November 15
November 15, 2019 – This week on NAIT NewsWatch: Edmonton rolls out a new bus network. We visit some local charities asking for your help over the holidays. Plus a local cannabis producer installs the biggest solar panel array in Canada, and we celebrate local Metis Week in Edmonton.
Albertans struggle to book road tests
Alberta drivers are facing roadblocks when it comes to getting their driver’s license. A shortage of road test examiners is causing long wait times for exam appointments. Wait times are up to 12 weeks in most areas of Alberta. Many drivers are travelling hours from their homes to take a road test. The problem started […]
Edmonton approves changes to 66 Street and Yellowhead Trail
The City of Edmonton has agreed to a final development concept for the intersection at 66 Street and Yellowhead Trail. The plan will remove the traffic lights and transform the intersection into an overpass. The new development is part of the Yellowhead Trail Freeway Conversion Program. The plan, which originated back in 2011, combines nine […]