Retail Therapy: How a Kitchener-based store raises funds for domestic violence survivors
“Everybody in society looks down on survivors … I want to break the stigma around being a survivor,” said business owner Amanda Kroetsch.
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AUDIO: Conestoga College celebrates Indigenous cultures with its 14th annual Pow Wow
The institution hosts a significant cultural event yearly, celebrating Indigenous traditions with traditional dancers, music, and food. The audience is encouraged to join in on the dancing and food, which creates an opportunity for people of different cultures to come together and learn about each other.
AUDIO: How Conestoga students survive exam season
Exam season is fast approaching, and with that comes student burnout. Thanks to a busy work schedule and social media distractions, it can be harder than ever to focus on studying. Here’s how these Conestoga students keep their cool without failing their classes.
OPINION: Why traditional schooling outperforms homeschooling
Traditional schooling provides children with the opportunity to interact with their peers and develop social skills. This is important for their development and well-being.
OPINION: I was excited to be on dating apps, but desperate boys made me quit
Unsolicited nude photos are a problem that disproportionately affects women on dating apps. A survey from YouGov done in 2023 found that more than half of all millennial women had received an explicit image electronically.
VIDEO: Diwali, a festival of lights and love, celebrated at Conestoga College
Diwali, one of the largest Indian festivals, was celebrated at Conestoga College on November 12.
More students than anticipated attended. Many international students who were missing their friends and families said the event helped them feel at home.
VIDEO: International students, share your stories on immigration scams
Spoke Online, the journalism platform at Conestoga College, is looking to hear from current and prospective students who have faced problems with immigration agents. Please get in touch with us at carsenault@conestogac.on.ca and share your story.
AUDIO: Kitchener’s microforests are growing memories and capturing carbon
Sustainable Waterloo Region has teamed up with Bereaved Families of Ontario and the city of Kitchener to invite the the public to plant a tree or shrub in memory of their loved ones.
Celebrating Indigenous culture at Conestoga Pow Wow
Organizers said the “songs and knowledge” drummers and singers brought to the Pow Wow “are vital to the health of our community and preservation of our languages and culture.”
VIDEO: Conestoga men’s basketball team edges out St. Clair in overtime thriller
The Condors overcame an 11 point deficit at half to beat St. Clair in overtime. Terell Lloyd and Ladera Ujullu-Obang combined for 83 points on the night.
VIDEO: Niagara bests Conestoga in men’s basketball buzzer beater
The Conestoga Condors team fell just short to the Niagara Knights on Nov. 16, 2022 from a last second buzzer beater. Final score 87-85.
VIDEO: Hundreds gather in Preston to commemorate Remembrance Day
Throughout Waterloo Region on thousands came together to pay respects to active and fallen Canadian military veterans for Remembrance Day. While there was some light rain, that wasn’t going to keep people from coming out to honour our brave veterans.
VIDEO: Cambridge kickboxer’s fight cut short due to head clash
Under the tutelage of coach Gail King, kickboxer Nick Zarzycki sought to keep his one fight win streak alive and move to a 3-1 record. However, an unfortunate head clash ended the fight early.
Condors Varsity Softball Team drops two games to Humber
The Conestoga Condors Women’s Softball Team lost both games of a double header versus Humber College on Sunday, Sep. 25, 2022 at Budd Park in Kitchener. While the team wasn’t able to get the result they wanted out there today, there is a lot for them to be happy about.
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