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Report finds Alberta’s ‘fly-in, fly-out’ oilsands workers face significant stress, reluctant to seek help

October 27, 2021

Oilfield workers who fly in and out of work camps can face immense pressures. A recent University of Alberta study is shedding light on the toll the stressful conditions can take on their mental health. Sociology's Dr. Sara Dorow looks at the reasons why.
'Violent summer' of 2021 concerning: Edmonton Police Association

September 08, 2021

Temitope Oriola, criminology professor at the University of Alberta believes a number of factors, such as the pandemic and unemployment rates can be attributed to the spike in violent crimes throughout Edmonton.
Sociology Adjunct Dr. Jim Morrow explains How neighbourhoods in Canada can repurpose storefronts left empty by COVID-19 pandemic

August 31, 2021

As the economic impact of COVID-19 leaves more empty storefronts and public spaces in some communities, one researcher says that could drive people away for good.
Convocation Profile: David Parent

June 22, 2021

David Parent convocates with an interdisciplinary PhD in Indigenous Studies and Sociology on June 25th.
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