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Three referenda in upcoming UVSS fall electoral event, but no in-person campaigning

Three referenda in upcoming UVSS fall electoral event, but no in-person campaigning

by Boston Laferté | Oct 30, 2020 | Campus, News

Proponents hope to secure votes to establish a semesterly OER fee, end PIRG fee File graphic by Niusha Derakhshan. Every time UVSS election season rolls around, campus is littered with a plethora of colourful posters and chalk graffiti as eligible students set their...
Secwepemc set up new camp in hopes of halting TMX construction, leads to five arrests

Secwepemc set up new camp in hopes of halting TMX construction, leads to five arrests

by Boston Laferté | Oct 23, 2020 | News

Camp and ceremonial fire on Secwepemculecw intended to stop TMX from drilling under Thompson River Photo provided. In what is referred to as Kamloops, B.C. (on Secwepemculecw), workers recently began preparing to drill underneath the Thompson River as part of the...
The healthcare system’s treatment of Indigenous people needs to change

The healthcare system’s treatment of Indigenous people needs to change

by Boston Laferté | Oct 22, 2020 | News Unsettled, Opinions

Indigenous people face constant violence in interactions with the healthcare system Graphic provided by the Native Students Union. This article discusses racism in the healthcare system, including deaths and harmful surgical procedures. Readers should be advised. ...
Recent Saanich and Oak Bay decisions could make housing more accessible for UVic students

Recent Saanich and Oak Bay decisions could make housing more accessible for UVic students

by Boston Laferté | Oct 22, 2020 | Local, News

Saanich recently legalized garden suites and Oak Bay is set to discuss the legalization of secondary suites Graphic by Paige Parker, Graphics Contributor The struggle to find affordable, legal rental housing is familiar to many UVic students, but recent decisions in...
4 pandemic study tips for UVic students

4 pandemic study tips for UVic students

by Boston Laferté | Oct 7, 2020 | Lifestyle, Sports | Lifestyle

How to manage school while stuck at home Graphic by Sie Douglas-Fish. This year, most UVic students will be attending their classes from home. This new reality has made it hard for many of us to find work-life balance. However, that balance can still be achieved...
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