Strength in numbers
Manitobans can rest easy with their current economy despite previous downfalls and the turmoil of the world’s economic situation. Manitoba Economic Highlights show that our…
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I am not the label you place on me
A Toronto police officer and a Winnipeg judge were two main catalysts in the formation of the Winnipeg Slutwalk. When Const. Michael Sanguinetti warned women…
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…
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…