The Adonis complex?
There needs to be more awareness of male self-esteem (Illustration by Susan Kim/The Weal) Pressure for perfection causes low self-esteem in men, too
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Student unions in Ontario join campaign for $14 minimum wage
Anqi Shen CUP Ontario Bureau Chief HAMILTON (CUP) — Several student unions in Ontario have joined the campaign to raise the minimum wage to $14. Anti-poverty groups proposed the minimum wage hike in March this year as part of their ‘Fair Wages Now’ campaign.
Say no to jets on Toronto's waterfront
Having jets on Toronto’s waterfront may be a thrill for a while, until Torontonians start getting sick. Sure these jets are able to accommodate more passengers and would be a financial windfall for Porter Airlines, but in reality these CS100 jets are an extreme health hazard as Toronto’s air quality is already “beyond a safe threshold” according to Toronto Public…
Provinces working on legislation to control flavoured tobacco
Anna-Lilja Dawson CUP Prairies And Northern Bureau Chief SASKATOON (CUP) —November saw the Ontario and Alberta governments announce new legislation regarding tobacco control while the public in other provinces turned to see what actions their own governments will take. The debate has been long underway in Alberta’s legislature over a private member’s bill that would…
Who defines feminism?
Neo-Amazon warriors? Topless pop-feminists? Hijabi superheroes? Or all of the above? Carleigh Baker The Other Press NEW WESTMINISTER (CUP) — Sunrise in a misty glade in the Carpathian mountains. A group of teenaged girls — barefoot, shirtsleeves rolled, long hair braided — practice their high kicks, swinging swords and scythes around with ease. At night,…
Tuition tax credits targeting wealthy, not low-income, students
Students from low-income households least likely to benefit from tax credits
Rogers’s broadcast control of NHL unhealthy for professional sports in Canada
Jesse Colautti The Fulcrum OTTAWA (CUP) — On the morning of Nov. 26, Rogers Communications Inc. purchased the exclusive broadcasting rights to all National Hockey League games in Canada for the next 12 years, effective at the start of next season.
CFS national meeting sees debate inside, protest outside
Montreal students gather to oppose federation Spencer Van Dyk The Fulcrum OTTAWA (CUP) — More than 80 student unions across the country sent representatives to Gatineau, Que., for the Canadian Federation of Students’ (CFS) national general meeting Nov. 21–24 to vote on policy and future campaigns.
GBC student Walter Acosta carves out a new life after injury
Walter Acosta, a business administration student at George Brown College (GBC), has been living a difficult life on the way to his ingeniously simple talent, stone carving, that he showcased this year at Latin Fiesta held by the Organization of Latin American Students (OLAS) club in the Kings Lounge on Nov. 21.
Video: Desi Night at George Brown College
Check out the bhangra fashion and dancing that was on display during Desi Night at the Kings Lounge on Nov. 8.
Good2Talk knows your mental health is on the line
Mental health is an important issue as many students are affected by it on campus. Good2Talk, a 24-hour and confidential mental health helpline, is being provided to post-secondary students in Ontario through their post-secondary institutions. This service is delivered by Kids Help Phone and ConnexOntario. “Good2Talk is an opportunity for students to talk about their…
Students vote 104 to 101, slashing SA board’s pay at AGM
Massive changes came into effect in the Student Association (SA) by-laws at the Annual General Meeting (AGM) held at St. James Kings Lounge on Nov. 19.