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How AI is changing the workplace
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How AI is changing the workplace

Statistics Canada data shows more than one-third of Canadian workers are using generative AI.

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Need a hand? Your guide to student services

Need a hand? Your guide to student services

Here’s where to turn when you need support during your time at U of C.

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Defining a Calgarian

Defining a Calgarian

Beyond birthplace: Calgarians reflect on what it means to belong.

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Leaving the free fare zone?

Leaving the free fare zone?

With the debate over the free fare zone’s future continuing, there are raising concerns about the fate of this staple downtown program.

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The debate over Alberta’s future begins
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The debate over Alberta’s future begins

On July 9, Western Standard hosted a debate on Alberta’s independence at the Glenmore Inn & Convention Centre. This comes at a contentious time, as Albertans prepare to vote on a nine question referendum slated for Oct. 19. Among the nine questions, one  will ask if the government of

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The Weight of the Road
Sports

The Weight of the Road

The record-breaking Tour Alberta for Cancer shows how shared physical exertion can build community.

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University of Calgary not allowed at Pride 2026
Campus News

University of Calgary not allowed at Pride 2026

Updated: This story has been updated to include a statement given to the Gauntlet by Calgary Pride at 2:32 p.m. Messages obtained by the Gauntlet show that the University of Calgary has been asked by Calgary Pride not to march in the August 2026 pride parade.  However, individual

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How AI is changing the workplace

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Historically harmful products: Why we should not be surprised by the toxins in tampons

Historically harmful products: Why we should not be surprised by the toxins in tampons

Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet exposes the signs’ personality traits

Sabrina Carpenter’s Short N’ Sweet exposes the signs’ personality traits

Alberta Ballet welcomes the 2024-25 season with a historic debut of the timeless classic La Sylphide

Alberta Ballet welcomes the 2024-25 season with a historic debut of the timeless classic La Sylphide

U of C professor discusses compassion and its role in healthcare

U of C professor discusses compassion and its role in healthcare

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FROSH 2024: Clubs to join at the U of C

Local authors speak on how The Sad Book opens up conversations about grief and emotion for everyone of all ages

Local authors speak on how The Sad Book opens up conversations about grief and emotion for everyone of all ages

FROSH 2024: Campus meal programs that aim to combat food insecurity

FROSH 2024: Campus meal programs that aim to combat food insecurity

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The Alex Mobile Care Clinic introduces diabetes testing pilot in collaboration with the U of C and TELUS Health

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“Planning Your Semester” workshop offers comprehensive tips for optimizing time management practices throughout university

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