In the Media Archive 2021
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The Village Toy Box is facing what鈥檚 commonly called 鈥榬eview bombing鈥 on Google after closing their store Saturday in order to stop an anti-vaccine/mask toy drive.
The Alberta School of Business at the 天涯社区 is one of the world's leading educational and research institutions in business.
A decades-old business in Edmonton wants its new name to reflect the experience of fresh air and mental clarity in the outdoors, regardless of enthusiasts鈥 background or activity.
Two Edmonton natural food stores expect some products will temporarily run out this week as distributors find ways to move their goods around B.C.鈥檚 flooded transportation routes.
With an imperative for the corporate sector to work with First Peoples globally, MBAs are finally revamping programs.
In the Minds of Mavericks (New Trail)
These aren't your average inspirational quotes
Influential U of A experts rank among world鈥檚 most cited
Leading researchers in business, genetics, artificial intelligence, food science and physical activity make the latest global list of the most highly cited in their fields.
'It will take some time to clear up the backlog 鈥 We're going to have shortages for the next little while. This is not going away'
Going back to school re-energized grad鈥檚 career
For Margeaux Maron, earning an MBA was a way to put more of herself into her work 鈥 and a pathway to a new career direction.
Opinion: Our results show that spending time in nature 鈥 and even just thinking deeply about a recent experience in nature 鈥 can indeed lead people to prioritize themselves a little less and prioritize others a little more.
Japan鈥檚 industrial policy proved to be unsuccessful as trade or economic policy, according to new research.
Thirteen establishments across Alberta have received 18 suspensions or closure orders for not complying with the province鈥檚 COVID-19 Restrictions Exemption Program must recognize they are 鈥渘ot fighting for a common good,鈥 stresses an Edmonton health law and policy expert.
The boardroom feud at Rogers Communications Inc. has highlighted shortcomings in how Canada regulates companies across the country, a number of corporate governance experts said as they reacted to a recent court decision that appeared to bring an end to the saga.
In a speech delivered to Quebec鈥檚 national assembly last week, Premier Francois Legault announced his 鈥済overnment has decided to definitively renounce the extraction of hydrocarbons on its territory.鈥
'It's a serious issue but at the same time ... you can't take yourself too seriously'
Some Edmonton-area restaurants are feeling the effects the COVID-19 pandemic is having on the global supply chain.
Alberta Energy Minister Sonya Savage released the findings of the public inquiry into anti-Alberta energy campaigns on October 21, 2021.
With more than two months to go before Christmas, shoppers are being warned to buy early to avoid high prices and fewer options 鈥 due to supply chain problems and increased shipping costs.
New work-integrated internship program immerses Black students in STEM and business
The ELITE Program is giving 38 students tools to pursue their career goals while caring for themselves.
A look at the Line 3 oil pipeline 鈥 what it does and doesn't do, and what it's damaged.
U of A is home to Canada鈥檚 top nursing program, according to latest Maclean鈥檚 rankings
Education, computing science, engineering and business also rank among the best programs in the country.
Trading volume has already surpassed last year鈥檚 total in the market that is home to crypto trusts, cannabis sellers and many international stocks
Student Innovator Spotlight: Ghalia Aamer (YouAlberta)
The founder of TalkMaze shares some resources and advice for student entrepreneurs.
Campaign promotes Canada's clean energy in U.S., but Andrew Leach says it's still emissions heavy.
Ghalia Aamer began her company TalkMaze after learning about the lack of public speaking and debate programs offered by middle schools.
It was 40 years ago this week that a relatively small city in northern Alberta saw the world鈥檚 largest shopping centre open its doors about 12 kilometres away from the downtown core.
Wednesday marks the 40th anniversary of West Edmonton Mall opening its doors to the public.
Nisha Patel, 鈥15 BCom, is an award-winning Indo-Canadian poet, artist, and public speaker as well as the former Poet Laureate for the City of Edmonton BUT her career almost took her on a very different path.
Imagine working for 45 years in public service, 19 different jobs, and for every position you worked 鈥 you were the first (and sometimes only) woman.
U of A ranked among world鈥檚 top 100 in research performance
Strength in agricultural, environmental and engineering research shows in latest NTU rankings based on scientific publications.
Edmontonian Ghalia Aamer is the CEO of TalkMaze, a company that helps students connect with resources to improve their public speaking skills.
鈥淚 think Canada and various other governments have wanted to tax Amazon in the same way that they tax Walmart, which is more of a physical brick-and-mortar store. I think that definitely was the initial motivation behind all of this,鈥 Baloria said.
An Unforgettable Journey (YouAlberta)
An international student shares his experiences while travelling for the first time ever to attend in-person classes.
People often believe, falsely, that they'll underperform at a task. So, is it more about overestimating others or underestimating themselves?
Mothers in Republican-leaning counties saw a baby boost over their Democratic counterparts after former President Donald Trump鈥檚 surprise 2016 victory.
The What, Why and How of Blended Learning (The Quad)
As we emerge from 16 months of remote teaching, Ed Developer Anita Parker dives into blending online and face-to-face courses.
If you want to know why the federal Conservative Party is polling at generational lows right now, its instinctive reaction to government spending and support is a good place to start.
Premier's younger selves would have been shocked by $825M deal to buy private entities out of contract
Andrew Leach, associate professor with the Alberta School of Business at the 天涯社区, discusses his disappointment in Alberta's 50% stake in the Sturgeon bitumen refinery, which cost taxpayers $825M.
Study offers insight into why some people overestimate their abilities while others underestimate
Findings by U of A business professor could give leaders a tool to counter self-doubt.
Experts have repeatedly criticized refinery's tolling arrangement for saddling Alberta with unlimited risk and costs
An Edmonton-based startup company is offering women an eco-friendly option when purchasing menstrual pads.
Earning two degrees in one helps grad turn passion for fashion into a dream career
As one of the first graduates of the U of A鈥檚 fashion business management program, Frances Heaton gained a deeper understanding of the industry and a strong professional network.
Innovator Spotlight: Madeline Toubiana (The Quad)
Madeline Toubiana investigates entrepreneurship鈥檚 role in social change.
U of A business professor Michael Lounsbury is working with Edmonton high schoolers to get them interested in entrepreneurship.
Climate activists celebrating the death of the Keystone XL pipeline might be in for a disappointment. While the high-profile project is not moving forward, the outlook for Canadian oil sands production is improving.
Starting today, Leduc business owners will have access to a new support program to help them establish or expand their online presence.
Two victories by environmental activists added to the uncertainty surrounding the industry and Canada鈥檚 oil sands.
Researcher Vivian Krause didn't (quite) say what you thought she said, writes economist Andrew Leach.
Myrna Bittner is the CEO and Co-Founder of RWI Synthetics, an AI-based modelling company that supplies a Synthetic Modelling Platform (SMP) for disrupted sectors like sustainability, mobility, resilience and energy.