Premier Danielle Smith has introduced laws targeting gender-affirming care for minors, revealing a moral panic that's part of a larger global trend. Right-wing populism often thrives on fear of marginalized groups, and these bills — Bill 26 and Bill 27 — are no exception. Presented as measures to
On paper, Calgary wasn't supposed to face a housing crisis. In a place like Hong Kong, it's easy to understand how fitting a million people onto an 81-square-kilometre island can lead to such a crisis. But how did Calgary, with a similar population spread
At the University of Calgary, something special is happening. The university is truly stepping up to support students navigating the tough waters of addiction. Through various initiatives and resources, they’re reaching out to those in need, making it clear that you are not alone on this journey and that
Over a decade and $1.3 billion later, Calgary's Green Line LRT remains in limbo. Since its initial open houses in 2011 and the approval of a 46-kilometer alignment in 2017, the project has faced continuous delays, cost overruns and uncertainty. With yet another round of challenges,
With Canada and the U.S. designating Samidoun—the Palestinian Prisoner Solidarity Network—as a terrorist organization, attention has shifted to Charlotte Kates, one of its co-founders. Allegations allege that Kates is exploiting the Palestinian cause for her radical agenda, raising questions about her role as a potential grifter
The conversation about transgender athletes, especially transgender women competing in women's sports, has become increasingly polarized in North America. It raises important questions about how we define fairness and inclusion. Can we ensure everyone feels included without putting fairness and safety at risk in competitive sports? It’s
In a world where social media dominates our communication and self-identity, a concerning trend has emerged among teens: the rise of faked mental illnesses. What was once a rare phenomenon has snowballed into a digital epidemic fueled by platforms such as TikTok, where the desire for validation and connection
Did you know that over 90 per cent of post-secondary students have felt overwhelmed by stress at some point? It’s a startling reality, but one that the University of Calgary is tackling head-on through its renewed mental health strategy, ensuring that no student has to navigate these
In today's contentious social climate, the fat acceptance movement emerges as a controversial force, challenging norms and promoting body positivity. As someone who is obese, I appreciate its embrace of diversity, yet I can't ignore the tension between celebrating this diversity and the undeniable health risks
On the evening of March 12, 2024, darkness loomed, and a chill settled over the Franklin Atrium in Northeast Calgary. Inside, however, the atmosphere was anything but cold. Five hundred people packed the space, about the size of a school cafeteria, to launch Naheed Nenshi’s campaign for leadership of
