VIDEO: ‘It becomes unaffordable to even try,’ say Ontario musicians struggling with inflation
New and seasoned artists describe their struggles with high costs of travel and food when considering touring in a new post-pandemic normal.
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.
VIDEO: Restaurants strive to hold menu prices down as food inflation skyrockets
Even as inflation trends down, Canadians are not seeing this reflected in food prices. The owner of Osmow’s Shawarma Laurier, Sam Malik, wants to increase his menu prices, but he can’t. Costs for the most popular food he sells in his restaurant, chicken, increased by nearly 6 per cent in October. What is holding him back from increasing his menu prices?
VIDEO: Canada’s beauty market booming despite inflation
The beauty market in Canada has seen an overall 18 per cent increase in the last few months. While economic turmoil stalks the country, the lipstick index – an economic theory contending that women purchase beauty supplies regardless of the economic climate – has seen rising prices.
OPINION: Vegetarianism is about more than eating plants
Being vegetarian has more to it than eating plants: it is about preserving the environment, improving human health, and upholding animals’ right to life. According to research from the University of Oxford, people who eat a plant-based diet contribute 75 per cent less greenhouse gas emissions than people who eat more than 3.5 ounces of meat per day.
VIDEO: Conestoga Condors Women’s Volleyball team beat the Boreal Vipers 3 – 0, extending winning streak
The Conestoga Condors Women’s Volleyball team faced off against the Boreal Vipers last Friday. The team went into the match boasting a three-game win streak extended to four after besting the Vipers 3 – 0 in their seventh game of the season.
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.
Community drug alert warns Waterloo Region of increased overdoses
Community drug alert released by Waterloo Region Integrated Drugs Strategy warns locals about the abuse of certain drugs. From Nov. 7 to Nov. 14, 44 cases and two suspected deaths were reported. Fentanyl samples containing ketamine were found recently by the Kitchener CTS.
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.
Green Party candidate Aislinn Clancy wins historic Kitchener Centre byelection
Aislinn Clancy came out on top with a final vote count of 11,334, which was 5,022 more than her second-place rival, Debbie Chapman of the NDP.
University of Waterloo students walk out in support of Palestinians
Over 1,000 University of Waterloo students attended a pro-Palestinian protest on campus demanding a ceasefire in Gaza on Tuesday, Nov. 7.
VIDEO: The Homer Watson House pulls in record numbers for their third annual art fair
The Homer Watson House hosted its third annual art fair Saturday, featuring 35 local artists, activities for the kids, and a food truck. Pulling in record numbers, this year’s event has marked the largest yet.
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.
REVIEW: Taylor Swift takes fans on a journey with ‘The Eras Tour Movie’
“The Eras Tour” provides an intimate glimpse into the design and execution of Swift’s tour, highlighting her stage production, costumes, and eye-catching choreographies.
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