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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Dogs on Instagram: the price of fame for beloved mutts
Dog owner, Ally Cowan, says she didn’t start the account with fame in mind, but Clementine the Bully’s account has reached over 10 thousand followers on Instagram alone in the past four years. This story of surprise internet fame is a familiar one, however, the toll it takes on dog owners and dogs themselves is […]
2019 Solar Trade Show kicks off at NAIT
The Solar Energy Society of Alberta held the 2019 Solar Trade Show at NAIT to promote the use of solar energy in our province. The trade show featured exhibits, activities and experts aiming to educate participants on the advantages of using reusable energy. The event aims to boost homeowners’ energy independence by using solar panels […]
Clarke looks forward to new CEBL season
The Edmonton Stingers begin their inaugural season in the Canadian Elite Basketball League next month. A new group of players have joined the team, and one player is rising to the challenge. Brody Clarke, a forward for the University of Alberta Golden Bears, joined the Stingers last month in the CEBL draft. Clarke has spent […]
NAIT researcher creates cheese from oats
Blue cheese, ice cream, doughnuts, miso and meat substitutes are all creations that a NAIT researcher has made from oats that are all vegan options. “I’ve developed everything from vegan, gluten free doughnuts, to vegan ice creams with oats,” said Kolskog. Maynard Kolskog is a research chef at NAIT who partnered with General Mills to […]
Lucy the elephant’s license is up for renewal
The expiry date of the Edmonton Valley Zoo’s license for Lucy is coming up, and some Edmontonians want changes before the license can be renewed. A group called LEAP for Lucy formed a small protest at the Legislature on Monday demanding Lucy’s living conditions be improved. They want the provincial government to ensure the Edmonton […]