Canada Liberal Party’s hypocrisy matches its members’ personal wealth
These bombshells illustrate a deep-rooted hypocrisy within the Liberal party.
November 2017
Funny women making and supporting change
Hilarious folks will be tickling funny bones to raise funds for life-changing theatre at The King’s Head Pub and Eatery on Nov. 15. The Women’s…
UMSU to hold plebiscite on CFS membership
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) approved a motion at its Nov. 9 meeting to prepare a plebiscite – a non-binding referendum – for…
Math students challenge “unfair” midterm
Actuarial science students enrolled in the MATH 2720 multivariable calculus course are challenging what they are charging was an unfair midterm exam. “A few of…
UMSU criticized for short notice, poor publicity of AGMs
The University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) is being criticized for poorly promoting its annual general meetings (AGM) after only two students attended the most…
Province, Ottawa trade barbs over climate plan
Premier Brian Pallister plans to introduce a $25 per tonne carbon tax starting in 2018 over the next four years, defying Ottawa’s directive. The federal…
UMSU encourages university to develop Aboriginal language degree program
At its regular council meeting Nov. 9, the University of Manitoba Students’ Union (UMSU) passed a motion to advocate to the university to follow through…
Students protesting Bill 31 escorted out of the legislative building
Students and others partaking in a peaceful sit-in protest to oppose Bill 31 outside Premier Brian Pallister’s office were escorted out of the Legislative Building…
Manitoba passes Bill 31 despite strong student opposition
Following an all-night legislative session, Bill 31 – introduced by minister of education and training Ian Wishart in March – passed its third reading with…
Women’s soccer nationals recap: Day Two
The University of Manitoba women’s soccer team raised eyebrows on Friday during the second day of the women’s soccer national championships.