Wildfire season ends this month in Alberta. This year Alberta saw more fires, but less area burned on average despite the hot temperatures this summer. Over 1300 fires burned this summer compared to the five-year average of 1100. Government officials say those who helped fight the fires kept them maintained. “Despite seeing more wildfires than […]

It took a petition, with over 8000 signatures, but finally, after nearly 19 months, fans are back in the stands at NAIT. Due to the pandemic, only players and staff were allowed at games. While most professional and amateur sports leagues have allowed fans back, the Alberta College Athletics Conference (ACAC) held firm with its […]

This week on NAIT NewsWatch, we’ll take a look at Edmonton Food Bank’s decline in donations, why ETS has changed its bus routes and what you can do to participate in Movember. We’ll also cover a fun restaurant experience and Ooks fans are back in the stands!

Starting November 8, people have to show their proof of vaccination when entering NAIT’s campus. Negative rapid-test results can’t take the place of vaccination; unless a person made an accommodation ahead of time. Melanie Rogers, NAIT’s Vice-President for External Relations, said, “Health and safety are top priority; and students, staff, visitors, anyone coming to campus […]

BIPOC, disabled and 2SLGBTQIA+ Edmontonians are sharing their experiences with COVID-19 in a new book, Covid Collections. The book, assembled by author Stephanie Florence and designer Autumn Sjølie, showcases the work of local artists. “The book, to me, feels like a really warm embrace,” said Stephanie Florence, author of Covid Collections. The designer of Covid […]