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By Beatrice Calabrese
Read MoreMaking Outsiders Insiders
We rowed peacefully on that Laurentian lake for hours in search of Camp 406. As soon as we had that beachside in our sight, we paddled to the rush of our contenting hearts. We disembarked from our canoes in ankle-high water. We were part of the first wave of canoe-campers who landed first. After helping our less-skilled companions come on to shore, we set out to establish camp. While everybody trekked in the middle of the birch and pine trees forests to settle their tents, I decided to fix mine…
Read MoreBy Jeffrey Grospe
Read MoreMother Earth takes care of us; So, why do we cover her up in dust? Keeping the Sun away, She ensures we survive another day. Forest fires being normalized; Oceans plasticized. Our ecosystems are failing, Yet, we continue to do nothing. People scurrying around to make cash Not caring about what goes in their trash. Everyone blathering about dying in 50 years, But Mother Earth is the one shedding tears. Are we truly forward-thinking, Or is that simply the sound of us sinking? Actions speak louder than…
Read MoreBy Kaycee Cua
Read MoreThe start of a new school year means more expenses and, let’s be honest, more stress. But these services might make your student life a little better and easier. Here is a list of the best student discount services and how to get them. OPUS card – Student reduced fare As many probably know, OPUS cards are cheaper for students, but how do we apply for this service? Easy, go on the Omnivox community, and there you should find a link that directs you to the STL/STM website to fill…
Read MoreAs of September 1st, the province implemented a vaccine passport with a fifteen-day grace period, which means that as of the 15th, the passport is in full force. This decision has been met with a lot of backlash and protest from people who are not vaccinated as well as people who are. No matter your vaccine status, the vaccine passport is a good idea that wouldn’t hinder your day-to-day activities if you just got vaccinated, and despite popular belief, the passport does not infringe on your rights. Even though vaccine…
Read MoreClimate change has become a pressing issue of the 21st century regarding the survival of humanity. For some voters, it will determine which party they’ll be voting for in the upcoming federal election. Here is each party’s plan of action concerning climate change to guide you during this election. The Liberal Party, led by Justin Trudeau, has many objectives to fight climate change. Mr. Trudeau plans on keeping his ongoing carbon tax. This carbon tax is a form of carbon pricing which involves a minimum cost added to any fossil…
Read MoreDisclaimer: The following article was written on the evening of Monday, September 20 and edited on the morning of Tuesday, September 21. Preliminary results are subject to change as votes are still being counted. After 36 days of campaigning, three fierce debates, and generous promises, the Canadian federal election has officially ended. On Monday, September 20, at 11:13 PM, CBC News/Radio-Canada, CTV News and Global News projected that the governing Liberal Party of Canada under incumbent Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has officially won the 44th Canadian federal election with another…
Read MoreHello Vanier students, welcome back to school! There are a lot of new things around campus. A few things are happening around campus for those interested in joining activities on campus or just finding something to do on campus. You have recently seen tents that are placed around the campus. Some tents are for you to sit and eat and in. Using the tents does include following protocols of maintaining a two-meter distance, respecting a maximum 15-minute occupation of a spot. Once you are seated in your spot, you have…
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