Break-in Compromises University of Victoria Employees' Personal Information
by Kailey Willetts - The Martlet
VICTORIA (CUP)—Sometime between Jan. 7 and the morning of Jan. 8, a break-in occurred at the University of Victoria's Administration Service Building. Several items were taken, including a back-up storage drive containing employees' personal banking information and social insurance numbers used for payroll purposes.
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RDN Transit Changes
by Sherry Wota - The Navigator
In Nov. 2011, the Regional District of Nanaimo (RDN) announced a variety of transit changes to take effect in Mar. 2012.
According to a news release by the RDN, "The expanded transit service will include more frequent trips to commercial areas and major hubs including Departure Bay Ferry Terminal, Vancouver Island University, and Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, and will increase convenience for residents who use the system for day-to-day commuting."
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Launch of Super Visa Announced
by Shery Wota - The Navigator
In Dec. 2011, Canadian Immigration quietly introduced a super visa program, which will allow parents and grandparents of Canadian permanent residents and citizens to apply for a 10-year multiple-entry visa.
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Simon Fraser Student Society Officially Ends CFS Membership
by David Dyck - The Peak (Simon Fraser University)
BURNABY (CUP)—After three years of conflict and more than $450 thousand in legal fees, the Simon Fraser Student Society (SFSS) has officially left the Canadian Federation of Students (CFS).
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UBC PhD Student Found Murdered in Mexico
by Micki Cowan The Ubyssey - (University of British Columbia)
VANCOUVER (CUP)—The recent murder of a University of British Columbia PhD student in Mexico has saddened the University community and shown the more dangerous side of travelling abroad.
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International News
by Sherry Wota - The Navigator
Silicone Scandal: Stem Cell Breast Augmentation a Safe Alternative
Stem cell technology enables sustainable breast augmentation with autologous tissue
According to various media sources, a French company has been selling defective silicone implants for years. These defective implants often rupture and may cause cancer, which has left more than 100 thousand women worldwide having to choose between having their implants removed as a precaution or carrying a potential health risk in their bodies.
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Malaspina Gardens Set To Lay Off Nearly 180 Employees
by Sherry Wota - The Navigator
On Chartwell REIT's website, their vision statement includes the following: "Our amenities and host of recreational activities provide for a warm and friendly atmosphere. The services of our skilled and friendly staff enhance your quality of life with our high standard of personal service. Offering a full range of support services, our programs are individually tailored to provide comfort, dignity, and peace of mind."
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