Making Outsiders Insiders
Approximately after 2yrs of healing, not allowing myself to fall in love or to get hurt at any point. I felt that I was ready to be out there, but not quite; I gave myself 6 months before the year ended with discovering if I was really ready. Months passed by so quickly in the snap of a finger until 3 months before 2021 ended. I met you while being out with a friend. At first, I didn’t think of anything out of it; it was just a regular day….
Read MoreEver since the world got to know the talented Tenille Arts, the Saskatchewan-born country singer has never failed to amaze the audience with her gorgeous voice and emotionally charged lyrics. Her third album, Girl to Girl, is no exception. Compared to Rebel Child and Love, Heartbreak, & Everything in Between, Girl to Girl adds an extra charm by sharing listeners a taste of personal life lessons. According to Taste of Country, Tenille Arts’ third album collects personal memories and experiences. The tracks featured in Girl to Girl have been placed…
Read MoreA couple of weeks ago, I was walking across Jake’s and it was then I came across the nursing department hosting their November Wellness Challenge and their pop-in clinic. We heard all those thanks from our communities to all the healthcare professionals who have been battling in our hospitals against COVID-19. Those words are becoming music to my ears until I’ve met the nursing students at Vanier. When these students took my blood pressure and calculated my BMI, I learned that many of them went out to help the healthcare…
Read MoreOn October 21st, the Quebec Government tabled Bill 2 proposed by Justice Minister Simon Jolin-Barrette. This bill came with many backlashes, essentially being called the most transphobic bill ever proposed. Basically, the bill would change the civil code and allow only transgender people who undergo gender-affirming surgery to file a request to change their sex on their birth certificate. While on November 8th, the bill dropped this so-called requirement after immense backlash, the fact that it was ever proposed is still a problem. Let’s talk stats. According to a report…
Read MoreOn November 7, 2021, Quebecers across the province went to the polls to choose who shall run their cities and municipalities for the next four years. With many heavyweights retiring from municipal politics, this election paved the way for new political breakthroughs across the province. Montreal – Plante re-elected Incumbent Montreal mayor Valérie Plante was re-elected with 52.1% of the vote. Plante was first elected in 2017 and became the first woman to serve as mayor of the metropolis. Her party, Projet Montréal, is projected to win a majority of…
Read MoreThe Cheetahs are #1 in the country!! Yes, the Vanier College Women’s Soccer Team Division 1 is number 1 in Canada, winning gold in the 2021 Women’s Soccer National Championship. A big congrats to the Vanier Women’s Soccer Team Division 1 on their huge victory in winning the National Champions! On November 13, our Women’s Soccer Team Division 1 defeated the Dynamiques de Sainte-Foy, from CEGEP Sainte-Foy, in the CCAA National Championship Game. The Cheetahs won with a final score of 3-0 in the gold medal match and gained the…
Read MoreHey Vanier Students, there are plenty of workshops and activities for you to attend on Campus! There will be a Women’s Self Defense Workshop, and The Vanier Art Hive has some fun activities organized for you. Student Services has organized a Women’s Self Defense Workshop. The workshop is to empower our female students and give them the tools they need to protect themselves. The workshop will be provided by Sasha Reece, a Martial artist who has 20+ years of experience in Karate and Kung Fu. She is also a First-Degree…
Read MoreThis time around, it is our turn to give back! For many, Black Friday is the best occasion to thank the community they serve. Here at Jake’s Co-op, we are more than grateful to have the chance to accompany our students, teachers and service personnel through their week and perhaps make things a bit easier for them. Whenever you forget your calculator at home, right before an exam or when you take the decision to show your school pride by acquiring a Vanier hoodie, we are here to make sure…
Read MoreDo you want to find a safe place to talk about your feelings? Do you want help to help people raise awareness about mental health? Do you want to participate in activities to socialize and boost your morale? Jack.org is here for you! Jack.org is Canada’s only charity training and empowering young leaders to revolutionize mental health. Jack.org was founded to prevent the rise of suicidal thoughts in youth across the country. All leaders are trained to talk, present and raise awareness and dismantle barriers to ensure positive mental health…
Read MoreWith the Holiday season approaching, the Vanier Key Society and I have launched a fundraiser this November. This fundraiser is for the Shoe Box Project. The Shoe Box Project is a non-profit organization that gives back to women impacted by homelessness through gift-filled shoeboxes. These small gifts are a way to remind them just how valuable they are. Additionally, it is a great way to share compassion, empathy and kindness with women in shelters. Although we’ve already had our bake sale, you can still get involved! We encourage you to…
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