Since November, EGO Magazine has been a platform for Edmonton artists to share their talent. EGO, which stands for “Edmonton Goes Off”, helps artists connect in an online world. Tom Tunski, the creative director of EGO, teamed up with hosts of NR92’s radio show Urban...
By Alleah Boisvert The importance of shopping locally has increased for Edmontonians as COVID-19 continues. While big-box stores have gotten lucky enough to break even and sometimes even profit off the pandemic, some smaller local businesses are struggling to keep up....
Located in South Edmonton, Town Square Brewing Co. is a hotspot for local beer lovers with rotating taps and new brews all the time. Boasting more than a spot for food and drink, but an experience, they are a great pick up either in store, online or at the local...
By Nicholas Hotte After graduating from the graphic communications program at NAIT in 2018, Shawna Bannerman started a jewellery business. She had been creating jewellery since she was 11 years old, and decided to finally follow her passion and do what she loves as a...
By Kallandra Weatherbee Following a successful Kickstarter campaign in 2017, NAIT graduate Sylvia Cheverie and her husband were able to fund their dream of opening an authentic French Canadian restaurant in Beaumont, Alberta. After graduating with a business degree in...
By Tora Matys Even with enhanced safety measures and a lack of holiday markets, it’s still possible to shop local for this year’s Christmas presents. Many local businesses now offer online ordering with either curbside pick-up or shipping right to your door. Shopping...
Due to health regulations, Edmonton Jazz festival was held virtually and streamed across Canada this year. With over 40 years of rich jazz history and traditions in the city, The Edmonton Jazz Festival society still wanted to showcase its talent and continue its...
Hailey Benedict started singing at a very young age, and her dream of becoming a star is coming true. Before writing and performing her own music, Benedict started in musical theatre. She’s been performing in shows since she was 7 years old. “[Musical theatre] really...
By Kallandra Weatherbee NAIT is hosting their first virtual talent show for residents at CapitalCare Norwood on Dec. 4. Students can perform live virtually or send in a pre-recorded video of their talents. They are welcome to showcase any type of skill and are able to...
By Orrin Farries Daniel Schneider is an artist with a unique transformational journey. From family roots in the cattle herding industry to a pipe cracking his skull open, Daniel has lived a peculiar story. From the spaces in his currently uncracked skull, he lets...
