Conestoga Cares: College unveils new student mental health strategy

As demand for services grows, the college is seeking new ways of reducing stigmas and creating a more supportive environment.

VIDEO: Bobcats, alligators, sloths . . . oh my!

Three wildlife organizations banded together to teach the public about wildlife rehabilitation and to inspire future conservationists.

AUDIO: If students can opt out of fees, what does that mean for the U-Pass?

Earlier opt-out provisions announced by the province have been further complicated by the premier’s musings about student governments.

Bring your brightest idea — and try to tame the Dragons

Auditions for the popular CBC-TV reality show Dragons’ Den will take place at the University of Waterloo on March 6.

Hustl+Flow regards itself as a new kind of gym

Located on King Street in Uptown Waterloo, the facility’s staff focuses on client experience, rather than simply achieving results.

MULTIMEDIA: Authentic Italian cuisine at a reasonable price

Looking to escape an Ontario winter with the authentic tastes of Italy? Try Kitchener’s La Cucina, says reviewer Darick Charbonneau.

AUDIO: With free admission, paintball facility takes aim at hunger

Until the end of next month, Waterloo-based Flag Raiders hopes a bit of generosity now will turn into return visits later.

Entrepreneurs getting a foot in the door with Facebook Marketplace

Some small-business owners are finding more success with the social media platform than they were with other service-for-sale sites.

MULTIMEDIA: Condors take a ch-ch-chilly plunge for charity

Participants in this year’s Polar Plunge helped raise funds for the Sexual Assault Support Centre of Waterloo Region.

AUDIO: Anti human trafficking event held in Kitchener

The local panel discussion focused on the fact that the sex trade isn’t a far-away reality. Waterloo Region is in the midst of it.

AUDIO: Men’s volleyball team looks to advance to OCAA championship

The Conestoga Condors will travel to Algonquin to compete for a spot in the OCAA championship tournament at Humber College.

REVIEW: Bring Me The Horizon takes a creative risk

Their new album, Amo, may mightily disappoint fans addicted to the band’s more metallic edge, writes Karina Kajishima.

OPINION: Basketball gradually becoming the most popular Canadian sport

Don’t let the NHL’s hype fool you — younger sports fans without the nostalgic attachment to hockey are steadily shunning ice rinks for hardwood, writes Matthew Nowell.

Debate continues in Kitchener over who should clear snowy sidewalks

At council’s direction, city staff are trying several pilot projects to determine what approaches are most workable. Politicians will review the issue in May.