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Conestoga College hosts its final ABC drop-in session of the semester

Conestoga College’s Student Engagement team hosted its final African, Black, and Caribbean (ABC) drop-in session of the semester at the Waterloo campus on March 12, providing students an opportunity to network with their peers and enjoy snacks. The event aimed to foster a sense of belonging among ABC-identifying students. “It was not only limited to ABC-identifying students,” said Esther Hayford, student engagement programmer for inclusion and belonging. “As long as … Continued

AUDIO: Galileo Exhibit arrives in Canada for the first time at Perimeter Institute in Waterloo

History and science enthusiasts in Waterloo have a rare opportunity to engage with the groundbreaking work of Galileo Galilei at a traveling exhibit at the Perimeter Institute located at 31 Caroline St N, Waterloo. This is the first time the exhibit will be in Canada. Emily Petroff, the director of external relations at Perimeter Institute says the exhibit was originally curated by an Italian professor based in Paris and has … Continued

Are GMOs really GM-Nos?

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs) have been at the centre of global health debates for decades. While many scientists have stated that modern GMOs are a scientific breakthrough capable of solving hunger and malnutrition, many independent environmental organizations such as those found within Greenpeace argue that GMOs have not been researched thoroughly enough to understand their impact on the environment and human health. Nobel Laureate Sir Richard Roberts, a molecular biologist … Continued

Hate crimes surge 94 per cent in Waterloo Region, police say

Hate-motivated crimes in the Waterloo Region increased by 94 per cent last year, according to new data released by the Waterloo Regional Police Service (WRPS). These crimes have significantly increased in the region over the past few years.

AUDIO: Still a long way to go for equality as Conestoga celebrates International Women’s Day

Conestoga College celebrated the special occasion of International Women’s Day on March 8 in its Kitchener Downtown campus. Michaela Angemeer, a queer Canadian poet passionate about sharing healing stories with people and inspiring them to embrace their emotions, joined the event as a guest speaker.

VIDEO: Grand River Transit holds shocking unveiling of their new electric bus in Waterloo

Grand River Transit finally revealed the design for their electric buses as they prepare to put them into service. This is the latest step in the region’s plans to cut their carbon emissions by 80 per cent by 2050.

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.

Ink-stained wretches: Creating a culture that values journalism in Canada

Ink-stained wretches is a grassroots volunteer advocacy group founded by former Waterloo Region Record newsroom staff. Their mission is to promote a culture that values journalism across the country.

AUDIO: Kitchener gives away $40,000 in capital funding to build a better future

The annual Festival of Neighbourhoods celebrated its 30-year anniversary recently at Kitchener City Hall. Neighbourhood representatives from around the city of Kitchener attended the event, showcasing their contributions to the community.

Misinformation, lack of education fuel improper foodbank usage by international students

Lack of education on how food banks operate, combined with misinformation being spread on social media, has resulted in a sudden increase in improper food bank usage among international students across Canada, with some food banks electing to ban international students.

VIDEO: Kitchener’s Remembrance Day comes at a time when CAF needs bodies

The Canadian Armed Forces are having troubles hiring for one in every 10 positions.

VIDEO: ‘Gone Forever’ art exhibit at Kitchener City Hall showcases environmental destruction

Carol Walthers’ paintings describe her personal experiences and the environmental conditions she observed while traveling in southern Ontario.

REVIEW: Drizzy Drake’s new album ‘For All the Dogs’ is out now

Drake has consistently delivered timeless albums for many years now, cementing his name as one of the greatest artists of our time. On Oct. 6, Aubrey Drake Graham, the rapper, and singer from Toronto, released his 8th studio album titled For All the Dogs at 6 a.m.

VIDEO: How this Kitchener house is helping reduce climate change through green energy

A local environmental charity in Kitchener-Waterloo, Green Reeps Solutions, invited the community to enter their “Reep House for Sustainable Living” to educate homeowners about green energy as part of the Doors Open Waterloo Region event.

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