February 2022 – The INSIDER

Top 5 Shows to Watch on Netflix

February 28, 2022February 28, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

Whether it’s for Valentine’s Day or after Valentine’s Day, Netflix always has new and exciting binge-worthy shows to offer. There are countless shows and movies on Netflix with the theme of Valentine’s Day. Whether you spend your Valentine’s Day with your special someone or with your friends, here is a list of top 5 Netflix shows that you must watch. The top 5 Valentine’s Day Netflix shows are: Emily in Paris: Emily in Paris is a comedy-drama about Emily Cooper who moves from Chicago to Paris for a job opportunity….

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The Man on Guy Street

February 25, 2022February 23, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

Bruised head and crimson scars Forgotten by the crowd Dried lips and desperate voice A parched throat Bitter wind and cruel cold His crushing beam A cry for help, the call of the poor: “I’m hungry! I’m hungry! I’m hungry!” A hand extended, food is given Alas! no balm for the scars No cover from the cold Bruises left uncared for on the head with the crown of thorns. …………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………. In the past few months, we’ve heard of several tragic deaths of people who were leaving…

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What Does the “Freedom Convoy” Actually Stand For?

February 24, 2022February 23, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

You’ve probably heard of the giant mass of truckers currently in downtown Ottawa honking for freedom from Covid regulations. However, massive Trump flags have people questioning what people are actually fighting for. The Freedom Convoy was inspired by the new law put into place that unvaccinated truckers would not be able to cross the border. Even though those truckers make up only 10% of all truckers, their choice to protest called the attention of all who disagree with Covid regulations and vaccine mandates. They have driven to Ottawa, and they…

Black History Month

Angela Davis: Activist, author and professor

February 23, 2022February 23, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

In honour of black history month, let’s have a look into the life of Angela Davis. “The process of empowerment cannot be simplistically defined in accordance with our own particular class interests. We must learn to lift as we climb” – Angela Davis Growing up in Alabama, Davis was exposed to racial prejudice and segregation from an early age. In addition to her academic interest in socialism and communism, this sparked her journey as a radical civil rights activist. She was later recognized as a radical African American educator and…

Black History Month

Spotlight On: bell hooks

February 22, 2022February 21, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

2021 saw the death of many important public figures, such as feminist, activist and author bell hooks. On December 15, 2021, a few weeks after discussing her in my English class, bell hooks passed away at age 69. But who was bell hooks, and why was she important? First off, I’d like to mention that I did not make a typo in her name. bell hooks wanted her pen name to be written as it is because she refused to have her pen name with capital letters, suggesting ego. Her…

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O’Toole Out! – Search for a New Leader of a Party in Shambles

February 21, 2022February 20, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

After disappointing election results and weeks of internal turmoil, Conservative caucus members have officially shown the door to their leader Erin O’Toole, automatically triggering a leadership contest that may further disunify an already divided party. Background Following the 2019 federal election, leader Andrew Scheer stepped down as leader of the Conservative Party of Canada. In August 2020, Durham MP Erin O’Toole was elected as his successor, beating out the initial frontrunner, former deputy leader Peter MacKay. During the leadership contest, O’Toole, a moderate Tory, ran on a “true blue” platform…

Campus

Back and better than ever!

February 20, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

Vanier’s MEDLIFE is a chapter of MEDLIFE International, which is an organization that aids in improving access to medicine, education and community development initiatives in Latin America and Africa. It is done through Student Service Learning trips which take place annually. Vanier executives, committee seat members, volunteers, and Vanier students are able to attend this trip. Multiple fundraising events take place during the semester to finance this humanitarian trip. Furthermore, volunteering events are opportunities for students to get involved amongst MEDLIFE while benefitting our local community. They’re also an excellent…

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The Insider is now on Discord! + New Potential Podcast!

February 18, 2022February 17, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

Hey there Vanier students! We are proud to announce that the VCSA Insider now has its own Discord server. Our Discord server was made to connect with our readers. Our server offers many different chat channels tailored to the various subjects that our contributors will enjoy. Do you like debating on the current political hot topics? Do you want to know more about campus life? Want to share awesome artwork that you’ve made? Seen the best movie ever, and want others to know? Come on over! Our new Discord server…

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The Money’s Servant

February 17, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

There she is. The star of New York City’s talk is walking into the building. However, she’s not alone. She laughs under her breath quietly as boy #4 of the week whispers something into her ear. She’s laughing yet, her green eyes aren’t reciprocating the same. Her black hair is still shining as it was when she had left 3 hours ago. Even though her lipstick is smudged, her makeup is still flawless. Additionally, she makes all the expensive furniture in this room look faulty. She truly is a piece…

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I’m Falling in Love

February 16, 2022 newspaper 0 comment

I fall in love every day. I know, a bit much, right? But seriously, it’s true I woke up the other morning and fell in love With the streaks of watercolour paint in the sky Reminding me that the Creator is an artist I fall in love at the rhythm of raindrops And at the pace of an acorn becoming an oak Slow but steady, without rushing it, but with strength Appreciating every bud and branch I grow in love with the grass in springtime, Fall for the…