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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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 […]
NAIT LRT station closed for summer months
The city announced that the NAIT LRT station will close from April 28 to August 30 while maintenance takes place on the Capital Line. Upgrade work is planned on the 66 street train tunnel between Coliseum and Belvedere stations. Trains will be running on a reduced schedule while the construction is completed. ETS will be […]
