2017 – Page 18 – The INSIDER

Vanier College Stands in Solidarity with Victims of Quebec City Shootings

February 1, 2017 newspaper 0 comment

“Tout le monde déteste les racistes!” chanted the crowd at Parc metro Around 8pm Sunday night, January 29th 2017, a gunman open fired inside the Islamic Cultural Centre of Quebec City during their prayer time and killed six people while injuring eight others. Two arrests were made later but one of them was released as a witness and the other is now being charged. The shooter, Alexandre Bissonnette, turned himself in to the police. Any reasons or motives remain unknown for the time being. To show respect to the victims,…

Voices

Trump’s Presidency and the Women’s March in Montreal

February 1, 2017 newspaper 0 comment

It was the 20th of January, Trump’s inauguration did not come with a cheer because many people have been very distraught as to how their “democracy” could have failed them. Their pain is sometimes projected outwardly towards the people celebrating with MAGA hats as well as through vandalism in various parts of the USA and even more surprising to me, in Montreal. On the 21st, many protests ensued in many countries and this time in solidarity with the Women’s March in Washington. There was even one in Montreal in which…

Arts

On the BuS

February 1, 2017March 3, 2017 BeNjamyn Upshaw-Ruffner BeN0 comment

Not a day goes by where I don’t feel anxious. I look down thinking, as I ask: what’s wrong with me? My thoughts are in disarray as I mount this run-down public transportation vehicle. The driver wastes no time, which causes my reference frame to become non-inertial. However, I don’t struggle to maintain my balance, at least, not right now. Fortunately, there are two empty adjacent seats. Some days, I encounter friends on these mobile waiting rooms, but not today. It’s for the best. I wouldn’t want to irritate them…

Sports

What’s wrong with Carey?

January 26, 2017 newspaper Carey Price, Habs, NHL0 comment

December 8th, 2016, New Jersey Devils winger Kyle Palmieri comes surging into Carey Price, sticking out a leg in the collision, trying to intentionally injure the Canadians netminder. Luckily for Price, he did not get injured like the last time the New York Rangers winger Chris Kreider took him out intentionally. This time, the Hart trophy winner had had enough, and decided to punch Palmieri’s back with his blocker numerous times, not only defending himself, but sending a message to the rest of the league saying: goaltender interference will no…

Voices

Cool Weather, Warm Hearts

January 13, 2017 newspaper 0 comment

While we were busy with the semester, winter somehow managed to sneak in. Soon enough we will trade our shirts for sweaters and ordering our coffee hot instead of iced. The seasons are changing and maybe it’s time for us to make a change too. When the breeze brings a new chill in with it, we are fortunate enough to be able to find comfort and warmth with loved ones, but it is always important to remember those who are not able to do so. Surprisingly, on the list amongst…

Arts

Inside

January 13, 2017March 3, 2017 BeNjamyn Upshaw-Ruffner BeN0 comment

A candle’s flame flickers in the dark An empathetic hand reaches out And with first contact there is a spark The new fires are warm without a doubt Written By: BeNjamyn Upshaw-Ruffner

Arts

Aromatherapy

January 13, 2017March 3, 2017 BeNjamyn Upshaw-Ruffner BeN0 comment

In that moment Once, all it takes A smiling face A soft embrace Twice now, reality shakes To just say sweet Isn’t enough A description that’s complete Would indeed be tough Si sente odore di bella Myrízeis oraía so much so I’m at a loss I take this time to collect my thoughts Again, and again, and again Once more Inundated when That which I adore Arrives within Prudent perception It is powerful, has flavor And upon further reflection Is something I will savour The intoxication Is delicate A mental…

Entertainment

Fantastic Beasts and Complex Cinema

January 13, 2017March 11, 2017 June Rossaert Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them, Review0 comment

Fantastic Beasts and Where to Find Them is a film which struggles to find its balance. In many ways, the film is what could only be described as ‘Harry Potter for Adults’, in several other ways, however, it is the most childish of them all. Nevertheless, it is undeniable that a great amount of talent went into the creation of this film. Visually, it is by far both the most beautiful and most creative film of the entire franchise. Its bold use of colour is refreshing in the era…

Features

The Brushwood Dog: Shiba Inu

January 13, 2017April 23, 2017 newspaper Dogs0 comment

The Shiba Inu is an independent, yet charming dog breed with a life span of 12 to 15 years. Not recommended for inexperienced owners, it has a high level of intelligence, making it difficult to train. Of course, this does not mean they aren’t loveable and loyal to their owners. Shiba Inu’s are originally from Japan, and gradually found their way around the world. The Shiba Inu in Japanese translates to: “brushwood dog”. Neat huh? They are used to hunt for boars, birds, and even bears. They are Japan’s national treasure and remain their most popular companion dog. The characteristic that distinguishes a Shiba Inu from other dogs is its dense, self-cleaning coat that repels dirt to keep itself clean. It varies in colors from cream, black and tan, red, to white –…