Week of Rage for Palestine
Activism, backlash, and ceasefire
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News and Politics
Auditor General’s report on SDF fuels corruption allegations
Skills Development Fund selection criteria is biased and unregulated
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Western nations extend symbolic gesture of recognition to Palestinians
Deviation from US stance still reinforces Western-centrism In late September, Canada joined a host of European and North American nations in announcing their decision to recognise Palestine as a sovereign nation. In an effort led by French President Emmanuel Macron, these countries reiterated their support for a two-state solution and underlined the need to take
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No more speed cameras?
Doug Ford to abolish Automated Speed Enforcement Doug Ford has proposed to ban and remove Automated Speed Enforcement (ASE), colloquially known as speeding cameras. Ford argues that speed cameras are simply tax grabs, while some city mayors argue their removal will undo their safety efforts in school zones. Between both arguments is the university’s student
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$5 meals pilot project launches at Ned’s Café
Vic’s efforts at tackling food affordability Ned’s Café has kicked off the academic year by introducing meals for $5.50 as part of a collaboration with VUSAC to increase food affordability at Victoria College. These meals include Grab’ n Go packaged entrées as well as warm snacks such as samosas, empanadas, and Jamaican patties from 11
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The Bill 33 backlash and Ontario’s flawed post-secondary education policy
Proposed increase in government oversight neglects underfunding concerns Ontario’s Bill 33, the Supporting Children and Students Act, has faced widespread opposition by numerous student associations in recent months. The wide-ranging impacts of the Bill include amendments to four acts and the expansion of government control over educational institutions and organizations pertaining to children and youth.
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Air Canada strike continues despite government orders
CUPE is defying Ottawa’s attempt to impose binding arbitration On August 16, the Air Canada Component of CUPE walked out after over 8 months of negotiating with the airline. The union is demanding better wages to keep up with inflation and fighting against uncompensated labour, as the flight attendants are not paid for their work
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Canada’s responses to Trump’s tariffs
Patriotism, dependence, and next steps Following the unmet August 1 target to reach a trade deal, the United States has increased import tariffs to 35% on Canadian goods not falling under the United States–Mexico–Canada Agreement (USMCA). While USMCA can theoretically cover 85% of exports, it presently only applies to 50% of Canadian goods entering the
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VUSAC Spring 2025 Elections: Exec Candidate Profiles
An overview of the executive candidates running for the VUSAC Spring 2025 Elections. The voting period for the elections lasts from March 20 at 12:00 am to March 24 at 11:59 pm. This year, the four VUSAC executive positions have uncontested candidates. Nevertheless, it is important to be informed of the candidates running to represent
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