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Saving money or endangering lives? The consequences of CBE's bus service cuts
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Saving money or endangering lives? The consequences of CBE's bus service cuts

If you have recently ridden public transit, you might have noticed a concerning trend. Buses and trains have become increasingly crowded with elementary and middle school-aged children. As these vehicles reach their maximum capacity, a large majority of these young students struggle to find available seats. Consequently, they are

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“Parental choice” is a campaign against public education
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“Parental choice” is a campaign against public education

On Sept. 20, protests surged across Canada, with crowds rallying against the inclusion of 2SLGBTQ+ education in schools. The organizers, many connected to far-right networks, claim it's not about opposition to diverse sexual orientations or gender identities but a defence of "parental choice" in education.

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Adopt-a-better gift
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Adopt-a-better gift

The holidays are here. A time for cheer, good food, and stressing over what perfect gift to give to the people you love. Joy to the world. Wouldn’t it be so cute if you bought a puppy or kitty or bunny as a gift to someone you love? Not

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Merry Christmas: How “happy holidays” limits inclusivity
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Merry Christmas: How “happy holidays” limits inclusivity

The debate over whether or not to say “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays'' dawns on the Canadian populace once again. Last year, 70 per cent of Canadians in a survey preferred to say the former. Since there is no offence to be given, or religious attributions to be

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#TradWives are lying to you
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#TradWives are lying to you

The emergence of the "tradwife" movement on TikTok has captured the attention of millions. While it presents itself as an innocent embrace of traditional gender roles and an idyllic 1950s housewife image, hidden behind this façade is a web of deception.  Trad wife influencers promote a lifestyle that

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The Christmas blues: Managing depression during the holiday season
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The Christmas blues: Managing depression during the holiday season

While the holiday season is often associated with warmth, happiness, and familial togetherness, it can also be a challenging time for many people - especially those who experience difficulties with their mental health. According to a survey by the American Psychological Association, 38% of people report elevated stress levels during the

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Taking responsibility for decolonization: Lessons from Dr. Ryan Koelwyn
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Taking responsibility for decolonization: Lessons from Dr. Ryan Koelwyn

As conversations surrounding decolonization in education and research continue to gain traction, it is critical to highlight the voices of those actively working toward progress and change. Dr. Ryan Koelwyn, a contract faculty member at the University of Calgary, is one such voice.   In an interview with the Gauntlet, Koelwyn

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GenZ uses nostalgia to cope with a troubled future
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GenZ uses nostalgia to cope with a troubled future

Nostalgia is back in style. Through fashion, media, music and countless movie remakes, it appears that society is leaning into the past for support during a time of great global instability. For baby boomers, generation X and millennials, nostalgia makes sense — after all, they have enough of a past to

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The Red Pill movement: How vulnerability draws young men into misogynist extremism
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The Red Pill movement: How vulnerability draws young men into misogynist extremism

The Red Pill (TRP) movement is a loosely connected network of men's rights activists who adhere to antifeminist beliefs promoting male supremacy. In a new study published in the Journal of Gender Studies, Matteo Botto and Lucas Gottzén shed light on the pathways of young men into and

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Breaking the cycle of class skipping: Understanding anxiety and avoidance
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Breaking the cycle of class skipping: Understanding anxiety and avoidance

Have you ever skipped a class because of anxiety? Maybe you've missed so many days that you feel too embarrassed to return. If so, you are not alone. According to a recent survey, over 60 per cent of post-secondary students feel "more than average" or

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A new era for the Gauntlet

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