Orientation week features something for everyone
This year’s University of Manitoba Student Union (UMSU) orientation featured some classic events that returning students will have recognized from last year, as well as…
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RCMP grounds plane with anti-Harper message
The RCMP has come under criticism for allegedly grounding a plane flying in Ottawa airspace that was displaying an anti-Harper message. It is the belief…
More alleged robocalls surface in provincial elections
During last weeks’ provincial elections in Quebec the Liberal Party made claims that they were the victims of a robocall scandal. The calls were reported…
Campus news briefs
UMSU orientation week kicks off The U of M campus has been buzzing with activity due to the UMSU Orientation Week. Students began classes on…
Wireless expanded throughout campus
The frustration of realizing there is no wireless access in one of your classes may now be gone. The U of M has recently upgraded…
Historic win turns deadly
What should have been a historic celebration for Quebec’s first female premier turned into tragedy when shots were fired on Sept. 4. A victory speech…
Lift the weight off student debt
Student debt adds to the enormous pressure already felt by university students. The average student who utilizes student loan services will graduate with a debt…
New research grant from feds for Arctic research
Prime Minister Steven Harper recently announced plans for a $142.4 million grant for research to be conducted in Canada’s Arctic region. The multi-million dollar grant…
Question of replacing welfare a hot topic for many
Manitoba has for a long time operated with a very intricate welfare system which was designed to assist those who have been disadvantaged and require…
Conservatives condone use of info through torture
Newly surfaced government documents, which were classified as top secret, have exposed the Conservative government of allowing various security agencies in Canada, including the RCMP,…