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Strike averted for Ontario colleges as last-minute deal is reached

Relief spread across Ontario colleges after a potential strike was called off on March 17. After struggling for months to reach an agreement, the Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU), representing 16,000 Ontario College Faculty members, and the College Employer Council (CEC) agreed to enter binding interest arbitration. News that the strike was called off came only an hour before the midnight deadline. In a joint statement, OPSEU’s college faculty … Continued

‘Fun’ manager lifts spirits for residents at retirement home in Cambridge

The pandemic has forced many people to lead a more isolated lifestyle. This can lead to unpleasant emotions, mental health declines, and feelings of loneliness. Some of the people who are most at risk reside in facilities that provide care for seniors. From January to June of 2019, the percentage of adults reporting symptoms of anxiety or depression was 11 per cent. By January 2021, that number had increased to … Continued

Teddy bears in forecast for Kitchener Rangers; Jesse Fishman recalls an emotional goal

The Kitchener Rangers 26th Annual Teddy Bear Toss game will take place on Dec. 7 at 7:30 p.m. when they take on the London Knights at the Kitchener Memorial Auditorium. All the bears thrown on the ice will be donated to charitable organizations around Waterloo Region. The rules of throwing the teddy bears onto the ice are simple. You throw them on the ice after Kitchener scores their first goal … Continued

AUDIO: The campaign for an Indigenous Community Hub in Waterloo Region

Downtown Kitchener’s Charles Street Bus Terminal has been vacant for more than two years, but now there is a new proposal for an Indigenous Community Hub.

Artists ready to shine at the Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery

The Canadian Clay and Glass Gallery welcomed three new award-winning exhibits this past weekend. Admission is free. The exhibits include art from Meghan Sims, Walter Ostrom, and the 2021 Winifred Shantz Award for Ceramics. Denis Longchamps, the executive director and chief curator of the gallery, has worked there for three years. He has enjoyed his time at the gallery and is looking forward to this new exhibit. “We do fantastic … Continued

VIDEO: Conestoga College professor wins Halloween Food Network challenge

Raquel France, a Conestoga baking and pastry arts professor, recently won “The Big Bake: Halloween” which aired on the Food Network. She graduated from Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute in Ottawa, Ontario. She has opened her own bakeshop in Waterloo, Ontario called Q’s Cakes. She has also recently been named a Top 30 Under 30 award winner by Kostuch Media Ltd.

What does it mean to have a ‘COVID’ wedding?

The transition from fall to winter is almost here, which also means the end of an unorthodox wedding season. COVID-19 protocols have affected many couples who planned to get married during a worldwide pandemic. Shortening guest lists, unhappy family members, and vaccination protocols have all become normal aspects of wedding planning in 2021. Any couple who has had the unruly task of planning a wedding during this time knows that … Continued

Conestoga mourns the death of Joshua Bennett

By Ryan B Chan The Conestoga College Community mourns the tragic loss of Joshua Bennett who died early Friday morning. Flags were lowered at Conestoga College on Monday, Sept. 27 in memory of the student, whose death is being investigated as a homicide. Bennett was a Conestoga student from the Etobicoke area and was enrolled in the carpentry and renovation technician program. “It is with great sadness that I share … Continued

Oktoberfest kicks off, but with some changes due to COVID-19

The Kitchener-Waterloo Oktoberfest is set to kick off on Friday, Sept 24 at noon with their opening ceremonies, the start of the 18-day festival. This year’s celebrations will be a mix of online festivities and small in-person gatherings. Due to the pandemic, schedules for many in-person events can not be released to the public, including The WunderWagen. This attraction is a travelling stage that can appear anywhere in Waterloo Region. … Continued

Understanding mental illness and when to seek treatment

Mental illness can affect anyone and everyone, but for teens and students under the stress of a heavy school load, it can be highly detrimental. “It is hard sometimes. With the stress of school and the class workload, plus other things going on in life, it can really have a negative affect on me and my mental health,” said Jason Landry, a 17-year-old Delhi high school student. Conestoga College offers … Continued

Protesters demand more affordable housing in Waterloo Region

Protesters came together for a ’round two’ last weekend at City Hall in Waterloo, urging action in addressing Canada’s housing crisis. “Housing is a basic human right, and it’s a foundation for us to build the rest of our lives,” said Layla Morrison, a DJ, audio engineer, and co-organizer of last Saturday’s protest. ‘Round one’ was last month, but protesters are disappointed with the progress made so far. Protesters this … Continued

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