Viancy Salubre is the Digital Editor for Vol. 66, and a recent graduate of the Print & Online Journalism program at the Southern Alberta Institute of Technology. Her editorial work can be seen in TheScene, Avenue and Create Calgary.
By Ramiro Bustamante Torres, October 26 2023— Meta announced on June 1, 2023 that they will be blocking news for all Canadians on Facebook and Instagram. This was in response to Bill C-18 passed by the Canadian government earlier which Meta had opposed. For Canadians, this poses the problem
By Sheroog Kubur, October 25 2023— Contrary to popular belief, Calgary’s public transit system isn’t that bad. That being said, it is comparatively much worse when looking at the public transit systems across the country, most notably the SkyTrains of Vancouver. Despite being bigger by area and having
By Glory Okeleke, October 25 2023— “We aim to continuously foster growth and empowerment within the African community through fashion, music, dance and food. While sharing our rich culture with the city of Calgary” – African Fashion Week (AFW) Calgary Attending the AFW, was admittedly one of my top summer highlights.
By Nazeefa Ahmed, October 25 2023— On Oct. 11, the University of Calgary hosted a community discussion for students in the MacEwan Ballroom. The event was aimed at addressing concerns regarding affordability and the student experience. “Join us for an opportunity to share your thoughts, concerns and ideas with the
By Reyam Jamaleddine, October 25 2023— While the days of life unfold, as wars rage and as human life is subjected to lesser things, the earth is seemingly becoming smaller — there is no space to put the surplus of life. There is no space on Earth for those who are
By Julianna Keskic, October 25 2023— The spooky season is a time for having fun, getting together with friends and enjoying your favourite treats. Yet in a society that’s driven by diet culture, it can also be a time of insecurity, anxiety and fear. I am sure many of
By Eda Kamal, October 25 2023— My mother once told me I wasn’t allowed to bleach my skin. I hadn’t asked her if I could. But as we wandered through the claustrophobic aisles of a Desi shop, she pointed out a cream on a shelf, “This will make
By Reyam Jamaleddine, October 25 2023— This piece could begin with an acknowledgment of the silent and isolated battle of fighting periods and their unwavering pain, yet up until now, in my experience that would be a misinterpretation of reality. The reality is that the menstrual cycle accomplishes the creation
By Ilana van der Merwe, October 25 2023— Are you the kind of person to boast about knowing an artist before they reach their ultimate peak? The type to listen to underground records and show them off to friends? Allow me to introduce you to Lemon Cash — a fast-rising
By Ramiro Bustamante Torres with files from Ansharah Shakil, October 24 2023— Alberta Ballet presents a timeless classic on a familiar background from Oct. 26 to 28 at the Southern Jubilee Auditorium. The Sleeping Beauty, will be performed with the Canadian Rockies as the backdrop of the story. Alberta Ballet