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Memorials across Canada held to remember Jack Layton

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Rachel Wood
The one-year anniversary of Jack Layton’s death was marked with memorials across the county, including Winnipeg. Winnipeggers celebrated the late leader of the Official Opposition at the Lo Pub, the same place where people...
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Montreal student protests amplified as classes commence

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Rachel Wood
Classes were suspended in Montreal due to increased student protests on Aug. 27. There were 47 cancelled classes at the Université de Montréal after tension amplified between students, police, and university administration. On Aug....
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Lo Pub shuts down amidst local venue downfall

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Rachel Wood
Winnipeg lost another local spot when Lo Pub and Bistro closed its doors on Aug. 25. The closure comes during a time of transition for many venues that are not part of large chains....
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Provincial progressive conservative party finds new leader

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Rachel Wood
The provincial conservatives have found a new leader in Brian Pallister, the sole contender of the leadership race. Pallister has replaced former conservative leader Hugh McFadyen , who stepped down after the 2011 provincial election....
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Attempted gender balance in engineering

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Rachel Wood
The U of M engineering faculty still sees disappointing numbers in female enrolment, despite numerous efforts to even the gender balance. Only one in every six engineering student is a woman. At a school...
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U of M study discovers link between spanking and mental illness

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Rachel Wood
The University of Manitoba has made international headlines due to a recent study undertaken by U of M professors, which argues that physical punishment in child rearing may lead to mental illness in adulthood....
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March 4 Justice stops in Winnipeg

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Rachel Wood
Leo Baskatawang made a stop in Winnipeg during his march across Canada, named March 4 Justice. This journey is an effort to protest Aboriginal issues in Canada. He began his march in Vancouver on April...
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