No new cases in St. Joseph’s College Residence outbreak; U of A varsity athletic in-person training gradually start to recommence; A combination of in-person, remote, and online instruction in Winter 2021. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Peace camp, formed in Old Strathcona in early September to shelter individuals in Edmonton’s homeless community, was ordered to be taken down by Friday September 18th. However, the city granted a 1-week extension for the camp. Mayor Iveson is asking the Federal Government for financial support to gain existing buildings as a source of sustainable housing for the homeless population. Produced by Simran Pherwani.
There has been an outbreak of COVID-19 in St. Joseph’s College Men’s Residence at the University of Alberta's North Campus. Five students tested positive; All infected individuals covering in self-isolation. Since the cases also touched the U of A athletic community, the university has temporarily suspended all in-person varsity athletic activities for 14 days. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Many are wondering how schools are coping during COVID-19 with a few cases popping up in some schools. An outbreak is considered if 2 or more positive cases are confirmed at a school within 14 days. Individuals and those they have been in contact with will be asked to self-isolate and be tested. Schools will be notified if there is an outbreak and support will be provided to continue learning from home. Produced by Simran Pherwani.
The Discover YEG map is a digital version of the City Bike Map and River Valley Maps and includes a number of features: Is mobile friendly and works on all devices with a data connection; Has a “you are here” indicator Allows the user to curate the information they see by turning information on and off Has a Winter & Summer view to allow users to view seasonal recreation opportunities Has a search function Includes clickable assets which provide more information and links to City sources for...
Masks are now available in select vending machines on the University of Alberta's North Campus, including HUB, CAB, DICE, VVC, ECHA, and Peter Lougheed Hall; The North Campus Bookstore is now open for in-person and or online purchases. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Quarters Arts presents “Still in Chinatown”, the Edmonton Arts Council hosts its latest “What the Fund?” session, and the virtual Multiculturalism under the Mid-Autumn Moon Festival takes place September 17, 22, and 25. Produced by Rylan Kafara.
Camp Pekiwewin is a space near the REMAX field for homeless and impoverished individuals to spend their days and nights, and gain access to basic needs including water, food, toiletries, and first aid. The City of Edmonton stated earlier this week that they want to work towards finding an end-date for the camp as part of a solution to tackling the homeless crisis in Edmonton. Produced by Simran Pherwani.
The University of Alberta Health Centre Pharmacy is offering asymptomatic testing. Any person who wants to be tested for COVID-19 can now be tested, even if they don't have symptoms. A list of pharmacies in Alberta that offer asymptomatic testing: https://www.ab.bluecross.ca/news/asymptomatic-testing.php Produced by Sophia Yang.
The Art Mentorship Society of Alberta invites everyone to its free online Artist Mentorship Series. To find out more, visit www.artmentorshipab.com Produced by Rylan Kafara.
Alberta schools resumed in-person classes for 2020/21 this week for Kindergarten to Grade 12 students after 3 and a half months of online classes. Health measures are in place including physical distancing, frequent hand washing, and mandatory masks for grade 4-12 students. Produced by Simran Pherwani.
Adding active transportation into your life is as easy as one two three: 1. Think about the distance you are going and whether you need to use your car. Could you walk or use your bike instead? 2. Dust off your comfortable walking or running shoes or your bicycle. Where you might have driven to get milk or to go to the park, try walking or cycling. 3. Use Active Transportation for family outings, which is a perfect reason to pack a picnic and go to the park. Produced by Karly Coleman.
An update on University of Alberta library spaces. The only library space open for students, staff, and faculty is the Cameron Library (main floor and basement). Reservation only; No food or drink allowed; Masks and social distancing are mandatory. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Edmonton’s Hip Hop in the Park Foundation invites everyone to the Habesha Healing Garden, at 10418 107 Avenue. For more information, visit Hip Hop in the Park at https://www.instagram.com/hhitp. Produced by Rylan Kafara.
There are a couple options for student transit access now available as a result of the Edmonton City Council meeting on August 19th, including the updated "Ride Transit Program" that is based on an individual's personal income. The Student Union states that they will continue working towards more equitable student transit options. Further notice will be updated on the student union website and social media pages. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Stay motivated to use Active Transportation by registering with a program to chart your progress either for a number of steps or along a route of some renown, such as the Camino de Santiago or along the great wall of China. Another idea is to commit to riding every day or bookending your work with two rides, to replicate your original commute. Produced by Karly Coleman.
Update on the Returning to Campus eCourse: The University of Alberta now provides a 10-minute online program that will help understand how to safely return to campus during COVID-19, available to all employees and students. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Join Quarters Arts this Saturday from 10am-3pm for the latest set of performances in the Saturday Summer Music Series at CO*LAB, 9641 102a Ave. Produced by Rylan Kafara.
On August fifth of this year, the Government of Canada announced the creation of the COVID 19 resilience stream as part of the 33 billion Investing in Canada Infrastructure program. What does this mean for Edmonton? It means money is available for projects that support physical distancing which might include active transportation projects such as parks, trails, foot bridges, bike lanes and multi-use paths. To find out more: https://www.infrastructure.gc.ca/plan/covid-19-resilience-eng.html Produ...
For those who are planning or expecting events for this fall, keep in mind that the University of Alberta will follow all Government of Alberta health directives on events and gatherings; Since the university is limiting in-person events to those intended for U of A faculty, staff, and students, no public events will be held for now. Produced by Sophia Yang.
As Quarters Arts moves forward with getting its physical space – called CO*LAB – ready to open to the public, the society invites the support of volunteers. For more information or to sign up as a volunteer, please email operationsdirector@quartersarts.org Produced by Rylan Kafara.
When out and about in the world, we instinctively use the beg buttons to cross streets, but now in the time of COVID-19 this may not be such a good idea. The City of Edmonton has changed the beg buttons at intersections, so they are automatic. For more information check out https://www.edmonton.ca/transportation.aspx Produced by Karly Coleman.
This week’s update for the U of A community is on the quarantine and isolation information for Fall 2020 international students. Produced by Sophia Yang.
The Leadership Emergency Arts Network, or LEAN CANADA, invites Canadian nonprofit arts organizations to join its network during covid-19. For more information, email LeanArtsCanada@gmail.com. Produced by Rylan Kafara.
The way we move has definitely changed since COVID-19 brought things to a near-stand-still. Find out how to be active, engage with nature and still be physically distant. Lane Closures are part of the City of Edmonton’s strategy to keep Edmontonians safe AND healthy. For more information check out https://www.edmonton.ca/transportation.aspx Produced by Karly Coleman.
Updates: Wear masks on all U of A campuses; COVID-19 advisories bulletins updated for students, faculties, and staff. Produced by Sophia Yang.
Here's the blurb: Catalyst Theatre seeks submissions for CONFLUENCE: A $20,000 creative fellowship for IBPOC artists based in and around Edmonton. For more information, go to http://catalysttheatre.ca/news-and-events. Produced by Rylan Kafara.
An update on active transportation, produced by Karly Coleman. The way we move has definitely changed since COVID-19 brought things to a near-stand-still. Find out how to be active, engage with nature and still be physically distant. Shared streets are part of the City of Edmonton’s strategy to keep Edmontonians safe AND healthy. For more information check out https://www.edmonton.ca/transportation.aspx
Call Your Grandma is a segment where we check in with the seniors in our lives. In this episode, Dylan Hall checks in with his Nana, Elizabeth (Betty) Lint. They talk about her 95th birthday party, memories of making it through tough times, and school lessons in newspapers.
This week’s campus update is on face masks on U of A campuses and in Edmonton, and U of A’s isolation accommodation program. (To be short: Wear your face masks and stay away from each other!) Produced by Sophia Yang.
