NAIT NewsWatch – October 2, 2026
October 6, 2026 - In our first NewsWatch episode of the season, we look at the NEXT in Trades event, NAIT’s search for its next president and the NAIT Ooks’ new coach.
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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 […]
University of Alberta holds annual 5 Days for the Homeless campaign
The University of Alberta hosted its 5 Days for the Homeless campaign from March 9 to 13. For the entire week, business students slept outside in an effort to raise awareness and funds for youth at risk in Edmonton. Originating on U of A’s campus 15 years ago, the campaign has since gone national. Despite […]
