Patents
Patents, while at first glance seem to be rather dry and unremarkable, are invariably affecting everything that you do, especially when it comes to technology…
politics
What’s in a name
There has been some recent concern over the fact that there may be an increase in the number of “honour killings” taking place within Canada….
Common sense justice system
The recent crime wave sweeping through our city has put people on edge. From the murder of Harvey Sanderson, a man with brittle-bone disease, who…
U2011 wants you to vote
U of M political science professors Jared Wesley and Andrea Rounce, along with a group of student volunteers, are taking action to promote knowledge and…
Vote mobs ineffective
Being a kid is fun. You get to run around and play games, you don’t have many responsibilities and you get to feel like you…
New minister of advanced education
On Monday, March 28, Erin Selby became the new minister for advanced education and literacy. “I’m excited and I’m honoured” Selby said of her new…
Youth engagement in politics an uphill battle
With the provincial election coming up in October, political parties and professors alike are hoping to get more young people engaged in the political process….
Election fever in Winnipeg South
On May 2, when Canadian citizens go back to the polls for the fourth time since 2004, voters in the Manitoba riding of Winnipeg South…
Harper slams Liberal’s PSE aid plan
Stephen Harper slammed the Liberal party’s post-secondary aid plan at a candidates rally in Winnipeg on March 29, saying that it would raise taxes for…
Real inspiring stuff
In the final days leading up to the confidence motion which brought an end to the 40th Parliament of Canada, the prospect of an election…