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“Music Is Not Cancelled” (And Is Doing Its Part for COVID-19 Relief)

April 30, 2020April 30, 2020 newspaper COVID-190 comment

Countless concerts and festivals have been cancelled worldwide due to the pandemic. Nonetheless, “Music is not cancelled”, at least according to Songkick when advertising their first YouTube live stream festival, “PlayOn Fest”, where film recordings of several artists were set to play from April 24th to April 27th. This event took place, not only to provide entertainment for music addicts like me, but also to raise funds for the World Health Organization (WHO). Merch was also available for purchase, with all proceeds going towards the organization. They had…

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A Return to “Business as Usual” on the Horizon?

April 27, 2020April 27, 2020 newspaper COVID-190 comment

After more than six weeks since school and business closures amid the implementation of social distancing measures, Québec’s Premier, François Legault, recently announced that he and his team are considering re-starting the economy. This decision would involve the gradual reopening of businesses and schools so as to begin establishing natural herd immunity. Though people mostly agree on the fact that they miss their routines and being able to have a non-virtual social life, this announcement has proven to be quite polarizing. On the one hand, several parents are…

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COVID-19: Doug Ford’s Moment of Redemption?

April 24, 2020 newspaper COVID-190 comment

Disclaimer: This article was written on the morning of April 14, 2020. Much of the presented information is subject to change in the coming days and weeks. The ongoing coronavirus pandemic has changed our lives in every aspect of society. Instead, we are all (hopefully) staying at home to work and study, while waiting for the latest directives and projections from our governments. Unsurprisingly, during periods of crisis, we tend to listen to and carefully follow what our leaders have to say. It is a moment for our governmental officials…

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Breaking News!!!!

April 23, 2020 newspaper 0 comment

Breaking News: The VCSA Insider has received an anonymous tip! This page was found at the scene of the crime.

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VCSA Update on COVID-19

April 22, 2020 newspaper COVID-19, Vanier, VCSA0 comment

As we are all struggling to keep our mental health in check, while also adjusting to online learning and upholding whatever other personal obligations we might have, as teachers tell us to “enjoy our unexpected break”, all the while giving extra assignments to make up for missed classes, we might feel like there is no way we can realistically meet every deadline. Several students have voiced their concerns to the VCSA, mainly about the lack of support they are receiving from their teachers (especially students who have little access to…

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Obituary

April 21, 2020April 21, 2020 newspaper 0 comment

It is with a heavy heart that we announce the death of Vanier College’s beloved mascot, Cheeto the Cheetah. For decades he has been a staple to Vanier’s Athletic Teams, as well as to Vanier Student Life. Bringing school spirit and hugs, Cheeto was a joy to all who met him. Prior to the incident, students had the opportunity to see Cheeto for the last time at Vanier Student Life’s First Annual Geekcon, where he engaged in lightsaber duels and took selfies with students. He is survived by the Vanier…

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CHEETO FOUND DEAD!

April 20, 2020 newspaper 0 comment

Police have launched an investigation after Cheeto, Vanier College’s beloved Cheetah mascot was found dead in the Vanier Sports Complex pool this morning. Officers were called to the scene this morning after Francois Rene, Aquatics Recreational Technician, arrived on campus to perform regularly scheduled pool maintenance and called 911. The Police declared Cheeto dead at the scene. Police have yet to release any details other than to state they aren’t ruling out foul play for the moment. The Coroner’s Office will be performing an autopsy later today to determine if…

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Maintaining Mental Health During the COVID-19 Pandemic

April 9, 2020April 9, 2020 India-Lynn Upshaw-Ruffner COVID-19, Mental health0 comment

Confined to your residence, stuck in close quarters with family members that quickly get on your nerves, starting to re-watch shows on Netflix because you’ve watched them all twice already… Or maybe you or a family member are working for an essential business and must face the public each day. Maybe you’re studying for exams and writing essays, thankful for the unexpected extra time you got. No matter what your situation during the quarantine may be, all of us struggle with our mental health. And issues with mental health have…

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Coronavirus Leads to Shortages Other than Toilet Paper

April 2, 2020 India-Lynn Upshaw-Ruffner Consumerism, COVID-190 comment

A government-issued self-isolation and social distancing protocol has been put into place in many cities worldwide amidst an outbreak of the COVID-19 virus. Many have been obeying social distancing protocols diligently; however, the lack of people going about their typical daily routines has led to shortages of important services, notably food banks. Although toilet paper might not be readily accessible, its shortage would not be catastrophic. A food shortage would be though, especially for people who rely on food banks for their meals. Chris Hatch of Food Banks…

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Decisive Victory for #MeToo

March 16, 2020 newspaper 0 comment

“For the women who testified in this case, and walked through traumatic hell, you did a public service to girls and women everywhere, thank you” – Ashley Judd. On February 24, 2020, the #MeToo movement had their most significant and most decisive victory in their journey to bringing one of the sexual predators with the most power in Hollywood to justice. Harvey Weinstein, the disgraced Hollywood movie producer, was convicted of third-degree rape, as well as of first-degree criminal sexual assault. Background …