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N.B. Liberals, Greens to Ban Out-of-Province Party Fundraising

ByCrystal KeyamoFeb 20, 20243 min read

The leaders of the Liberal and Green parties in New Brunswick have pledged to ban out-of-province donations to their political parties, following criticism of the Progressive Conservative (PC) Party’s fundraising trips to other provinces.  Susan Holt, the Liberal leader, and…

Crandall University Stands By Its Decision To Fire Professor Accused Of Sexual Harassment

Crandall University Stands By Its Decision To Fire Professor Accused Of Sexual Harassment

ByCrystal KeyamoFeb 20, 20243 min read

Crandall University, a private Christian institution in Moncton, New Brunswick, has defended its decision to fire John Stackhouse Jr., a former professor of religious studies, after an independent investigation found that he made inappropriate or sexually-oriented statements to students in…

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Canada Extends 20-Hour Work Limit Waiver for International Students

ByCrystal KeyamoFeb 20, 20243 min read

In a recent development, the Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship, The Honourable Marc Miller, has confirmed the extension of the waiver on the 20-hour-per-week limit for international students working off-campus while classes are in session. The decision, communicated in…

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New Brunswick Housing Crisis: Higgs and Government Babying Landlords whilst Citizens Suffer

BySophia CohenFeb 20, 20243 min read

New Brunswick used to be known as a place of beauty; a place of comfort that brought people peace. Well, that’s all a thing of the past as this province has become increasingly more difficult to love over the years.…

From Rails to Trails: a Historical Review of the Walking Trails in Fredericton, New Brunswick

From Rails to Trails: a Historical Review of the Walking Trails in Fredericton, New Brunswick

ByJoel RumsonFeb 18, 202413 min read

Discover the rich history of Fredericton’s walking trails, tracing their journey from bustling railways to cherished community pathways, shaped by visionaries and fueled by resilience.

The Mastriano Affair: Revisiting Douglas Mastriano’s Allegedly Fraudulent PhD

The Mastriano Affair: Revisiting Douglas Mastriano’s Allegedly Fraudulent PhD

ByBradley GarlieFeb 18, 202412 min read

The University of New Brunswick has been facing a scandal of international proportions. In September 2022, media outlets broke the news of alleged fraud in the doctoral dissertation of Republican Pennsylvania State Senator Douglas Mastriano. What ensued was a litany…

David Coon Calls to End Higgs Gas Tax Subsidy

David Coon Calls to End Higgs Gas Tax Subsidy

ByCrystal KeyamoFeb 18, 20242 min read

David Coon, the leader of the Green Party of New Brunswick, has called on the provincial government to end the carbon adjuster, a tax that he says subsidises Irving Oil and other large emitters.  The carbon adjuster is a tax…

UNBSU Campus Food Bank: Student Union Tackles Food Insecurity on Campus

UNBSU Campus Food Bank: Student Union Tackles Food Insecurity on Campus

BySophia CohenFeb 18, 20244 min read

On January 5th, 2023, the UNB Student Union (UNBSU) took to its official Instagram account to announce its newest program: the UNBSU Campus Food Bank. This initiative is a partnership between the Student Union and a local charity, Greener Village.…

Tropical Storm Rocks D’Avray Hall

Tropical Storm Rocks D’Avray Hall

ByConnor FraserFeb 18, 20243 min read

It’s been an odd winter, to say the least. As most people will have noticed, temperatures this winter have been unusually high, which usually would not be anything to complain about. However, when a cold front meets a warm front,…

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The Plight of International Students as NBCC Cancels Programs and Restricts Admissions

ByCrystal KeyamoJan 30, 20244 min read

Applying for a study permit to Canada as an international student from Nigeria is a very lengthy and expensive process. The costs usually include visa application fees, medical screening fees, biometric registration fees, a first year tuition deposit, an accommodation…