Earthquake preparedness on campus
On Oct. 18 there will be an earthquake drill in B.C. called “The Great Shake out.” It is a big event in which parents, teachers, students, and workers from all over B.C. are becoming involved. The event is now an annual occasion that recognizes practice is better than panic in our seismically active area. The … Continued
Iran embassy closure has big implications for Iranian students in Canada
MONTREAL (CUP)—After suspending diplomatic relations with Iran almost two weeks ago, Iranian students studying in Canada are still waiting on directives from Ottawa as to how, or if, they will be able to continue their studies. According to the Canadian Bureau of International Education (CBIE) there are about 4000 Iranian students affected by the government’s … Continued
Vancouver-based textbook rental company qualifies for Top 25 of the BCIC New Ventures Competition 2012
Big Mama Student Services LTD, a Vancouver-based textbook rental company, qualified for the 2012 BCIC New Ventures Competition. The competition began in Apr. with 146 companies. It is one of North America’s largest technology business-idea events, allowing early stage businesses the chance to network, attend seminars, and improve their business strategies. Ramona McLeod, founder of … Continued
Pauline Marois is cut from a different cloth
Québec politics is seldom predictable and most election results often demonstrate that the political analysts are off the mark. For some time, the unpopularity of Jean Charest’s Liberal government seemed so extensive that the party would suffer a huge defeat and even be reduced to a distant third place. So, on election night of Sept. … Continued
Grad student aimed at giving ‘dignity’ back to LGBTT seniors
Imagine spending your entire life fighting against discrimination—only to reach old age and retreat back to the closet for fear of intolerant residents or care workers. Now imagine being forced out of your neighbourhood by skyrocketing rent costs. For Vancouver’s aging LGBTT community—this is a grim reality. Alex Sangha, 40, of Vancouver is trying to … Continued
Loud TV ads—A thing of the past
Listen up slackers, your five hour marathons of Storage Wars and Here Comes Honey Boo Boo shall never be ruined by clamoring commercials again! Hurrah. The Canadian Radio and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) has ushered in new laws that prohibit digital broadcasters from airing commercials that are louder than regular programming. “Starting on Sept. 1, Canadians … Continued
VIU free store popular among students
On Sept. 6 students flocked to the lower cafeteria in search of school supplies, housewares, and clothing—all for free. Several portable tables were arranged into a makeshift store. Cardboard boxes containing dishes and utensils were displayed on the floor. There was even a few television sets. Elaine Gabler, a customer service representative at VIU’s welcome … Continued
Duncan fitness studio offers pole dancing class for children
Kristy Craig, the owner of Twisted Grip Dance and Fitness Studio is offering a children’s pole dancing class called “Little Spinners.” These weekend kiddie classes will run on Saturdays in the fall for a staggering fee of $70 an hour. Craig claims that she is simply catering to the demands of her adult clients. “My … Continued
Violence is Preventable Program recruiting male students
A school-based outreach program called Violence is Preventable (VIP) is looking to recruit male students. In this program, supportive men present to grade 10 students in School District 68 about domestic and dating violence. Tracy Meyers, Coordinator for the Children and Youth Who Witness Abuse Program at Haven Society says, “The mandate [of the VIP … Continued
Science centre proposed for Bowen Park
On Sept. 8, an open house was held at Bowen Park to discuss plans for a proposed science centre. The event allowed the public to ask questions and provide feedback through a survey. The proposed science centre is geared towards all-age groups. There would be hands-on activities for children to foster learning at a young … Continued
Bank of Canada to issue new $20 polymer banknotes
In May, the Bank of Canada unveiled a new generation of $20 bank notes adorned with a holographic image of the Canadian National Vimy Memorial. The notes are constructed from a single piece of polymer instead of paper, making them a more sustainable alternative to the previous paperbills. “These new polymer notes have very secure … Continued
RDN RECEIVES GRANT TO IDENTIFY LOCATIONS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS
On Aug. 17, The Regional District of Nanaimo, in partnership with the City of Parksville, the Town of Qualicum Beach, and the District of Lantzville was awarded a provincial planning grant from the Community Charging Infrastructure Fund to identify strategic locations for Level II Electric Vehicle Charging Stations across the region. The innovative new project … Continued
Adrian Dix’s ‘clarified’ position on Enbridge Opens Door for B.C. NDP Support for Pipeline
On August 23, B.C. NDP leader Adrian Dix announced that, as Premier, he would serve 30 days notice within his first week in office that an NDP government would pull out of the federal process reviewing the Enbridge Northern Gateway Project and substitute a provincial environmental assessment. Dix’s statement opens the door for NDP support … Continued
Go Topless
On Aug. 26, a procession of bare-chested women from the Canadian chapter of theinternational organization <GoTopless.org> flagrantly paraded down the streets of Toronto. Some participants donned furry angel wings and halos while their male counterparts wore redbikini tops. The procession handed out pamphlets to bystanders explaining that women should not feel ashamed to be topless … Continued