UMSU’s problematic erasure of decades of Indigenous advocacy bolsters settler saviourism
Humility is a virtue, especially in leadership; it is key that leaders of any description be able to recognize the role of others in achieving…
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Canada’s global peacekeeping role undermined by lack of attention to Egypt
Hate manifests itself in many forms. It can be bigoted beliefs, rude behavior towards a subset of society, systemic mistreatment of a group, or genocide….
Education and textbook tax credits discontinued in favour of bolstered student grant program
A federal government move eliminating some post-secondary tax credits in lieu of more direct financial support is being both welcomed and criticized by Manitoba students….
2017 brings renewed hope and inspiration for Canadian artists
For many, the ringing in of a new year is always a time for reflection and preparation. It is a time to appreciate whatever progress…
Can the Jays still compete without big hitter Edwin Encarnacion?
The Jays lineup has been known for containing a lot of power and right hand hitters.
Nearly 4,000-year-old garden found in British Columbia
Archaeologists have found what may be the world’s oldest garden in British Columbia. The excavated garden consisted of 3,768 wapato tubers (Sagittaria latifolia), also called…
The best local albums 2016 had to offer
For local music enthusiasts in Manitoba, the year 2016 had its fair share of excitement as several local artists and bands ignited the music scene…
Liberals on the wrong side of history with pipeline approvals
The prime minister helped create thousands of new jobs, billions of dollars in new revenue for our country, and strengthen international trading relationships. But at what cost?
Community profile: Rebecca Haverluck
“As an artist, I have a serious appreciation for handmade items of all kinds, for the creative time and care that goes into them” – Rebecca Haverluck, U of M fine arts student, owner of Art.Soap.Life
We Are The Halluci Nation is A Tribe Called Red’s most political album yet
Formed in 2008, Canadian electronic music group A Tribe Called Red (ATCR) is made up of three Indigenous DJs: DJ NDN, Bear Witness and 2oolman….