Condors chill for a good cause
By SEAN MALINOWSKI With freshly fallen snow, blue skies and a brisk -16 C outside with the wind chill, the day was perfect for Condors to jump into a pool full of icy water for charity. The annual Polar Plunge, organized by Conestoga Students Inc., took place March 2, just outside the cafeteria doors. Over a dozen participants braved the conditions and went for a dip, while a chilly but energetic crowd cheered them on. After taking their plunge, participants were rewarded with an “I … Continued
Epilepsy and its Impact on those living with it
By Ethan Kompf A brief look at epilepsy and the affect it has on those living with it.
Henna tattoos in the Sanctuary
By LEAH MORROW
Pancake Breakfast held by Conestoga Student
BY EMMIE SIROKY
A baseball dream come true
By TAYLOR SCHWEITZER He stood at the plate, wiped the sweat from his brow and moved his bat up to his shoulder. In seconds, he saw his dreams come true. Nick Zarzycki, 19, from Kitchener, has had a passion for baseball from a young age. He started playing T-ball at about the age of four. This led to a scholarship for baseball in 2014 at the University of Saint Francis … Continued
Learn how to save your pet’s life
BY MARISSA CUDDY Accidents happen all the time and that is why people are certified in first aid, but did you ever think about what you would do if your dog or cat was hurt? Walks ‘N’ Wags is the largest pet first aid certification course in Canada. They have been operating since 2007 and they continue to grow across Canada and into the United States. The course was brought … Continued
Eco-friendly fashion
BY LEAH MORROW The world is going green and where better to launch an eco-friendly business than at a flower-powered music festival? For three young entrepreneurial graduates, that’s exactly what they did. Ezzy Lynn is a lifestyle brand of trend-setting apparel and accessories, founded by Samantha Laliberte, Bianca Lopes and Sonja Fernandes. “Our first music festival was where we launched Ezzy Lynn. It was at Electric Elements in May 2014 … Continued
Cambridge resident reflects on life
BY GARRETT BURCHETT Norman Lawson and his family lived through terrifying times during the Second World War. Living in Glasgow, Scotland, he recalls the September of 1939, when Britain declared war on Germany. He remembers the immediate effect it had on people. He recalls the government issuing gas masks to men, women and children, because it feared that Nazi Germany would release poison gas bombs over cities. He remembers the … Continued
How to speak with your landlord
BY JESSICA HAMMER Living on your own means you must break out of your comfort zone and stick up for yourself, especially when it comes to renting. For new renters there are some things to keep in mind when asking your landlord things like painting a wall a different colour. Before even asking your landlord for anything be sure you are familiar with your rental agreement because there could be … Continued
Ban the bottle
BY PAUL BOREHAM Every day household use of bottled water is a waste on the pocketbook and it’s a kick in the teeth to the planet. Water is free from the tap, yet bottling companies have managed to persuade three out of 10 households to use their products. Sales rise each year. Why? Municipal tap water has a bad reputation – there’s no doubt about it. Just look at the … Continued
Get outdoors to step exercise up a notch
By TAYLOR SCHWEITZER Working out can be a challenge. It can be repetitive and cause you to become bored and lose track of sticking to a daily workout schedule. Outdoor exercising in Waterloo Region, however, is anything but boring and can motivate you to make sure exercise comes first every day. On a recent Saturday morning, Eric Chagnon, an outdoor fitness and adventure specialist from Waterloo, hosted a session for … Continued
Conestoga students make gender equality pledges
BY SARAH VEENSTRA According to the World Economic Forum, gender equality within the workforce isn’t actually to be considered “equal” until 2133. Another 117 years. This estimate was based on a survey in which 400 male and female leaders from companies worldwide stated what they feel women’s biggest obstacles and supports are in the business world. It’s for this reason, that this year’s International Women’s Day’s theme is Pledge for … Continued
New lab state of the art
By JOE WEPPLER Conestoga College’s Doon campus is home to a new lab, designed to help students in emergency response programs learn through simulated training scenarios. The Motz Pre-Hospital Care Laboratory recently opened after receiving finding through a donation of $275,000 by the Motz family. Tom Motz, who serves as vice chair of the board of trustees for St. Mary’s Hospital, spoke to the audience at the unveiling of the … Continued
