Arts & Culture
Kelly Bado performs African fusion music in Winnipeg
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Born in the Ivory Coast, Kelly Bado was exposed to a wide variety of musical styles growing up, from American gospel to French Canadian pop music by artists such as Celine Dion and Lara...
The Washboard Union celebrates new album and tour
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The Washboard Union’s beginnings can be traced back to a union between two families. When Chris Duncombe was 13 years old, his father met future bandmate Aaron Grain’s mother, and the two parents soon...
Conclave explores secrecy in the Vatican (spoilers ahead)
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When a pope resigns or dies, a papal conclave is held to gather cardinals from around the world to elect a new pope. This is a secretive process — it is imperative that the...
Ian Kennedy releases new book, Ice in Their Veins
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Ian Kennedy has loved hockey for almost as long as he can remember. His love for the sport began in Grade 1, when he began to play.
“I think it was something that I saw...
Mia Kelly releases sophomore album To Be Clear
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At 21, Mia Kelly has already made her mark on the folk music scene.
Praised for her expressive voice and versatility by outlets such as Great Dark Wonder and the Ottawa Citizen, she was described...
Finding common ground despite religious differences
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Throughout history, religion has driven conflicts, from the crusades in medieval Europe to the Rohingya crisis in modern-day Myanmar. According to the United States Institute of Peace, religious restrictions and hostilities, including violence toward...
Canadian comedian set to make directorial debut
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Kevin McDonald was drawn to comedy for simple reasons — he found out he was funny and according to him, he was not good at anything else. Though his father wanted him to become...







