Maryam Monsef on women in politics and her Liberal aspirations
So, why the Liberals? I have knocked on thousands of doors in this riding and believe the Liberals are our best change at replacing Harper as a leader. I know …
Zara Syed
Sam’s Place deli exists because of a drunken craving
Sam’s Place deli is located at 188 Hunter St., right in the heart of Peterborough’s café district. So what makes this one sandwich shop stand out amongst our saturated restaurant …
Dining in Ptbo: In conversation with local restauranteur Scott Wood
Photo by Elizabeth Thipphawong Peterborough is a city rich with history. It is also a city known for its food, which is something I was unaware of when I moved …
Black Heritage Month: Contemporary Issues Facing Black Communities
During February 2014, I attended Trent African Caribbean Student Union (TACSU)’s Great Debates. It was one of the best events I had been to all year. I got to witness …
The Trent Feminist Society
Trent University, a campus rife with political discourse. This past year, the discussions that have taken place on campus have created movements many students may not even be aware of. …
What do the Colleges, Black History Month, and Self Love have in common?
It’s that time of year again: February. The weather is unkind, the sun isn’t being too generous with that vitamin D, even the economy is dreary. In a world where …
“Get Science Right” Panel Shows How Gov’t is Getting it Wrong
The news has recently been reporting some alarming stories regarding the “attack on science” that Canada is experiencing. From books being burned to the Fishery and Oceans library closures, climate …
Trent’s Strategic Mandate Agreement Raises Concerns
This year the Ontario Government asked Universities to establish a Strategic Mandate Agreement (SMA) outlining the qualities that make their institutions unique. This move resulted from a series of initiatives …
Art is Everywhere: “Big Loon Portage” to Launch on City Bus
This summer Artspace issued a call-out to local artists for their Wrap the Bus project. First Nations artist Jimson Bowler’s painting was chosen and on Tuesday, November 12 the production …
Guerrilla Gardening in Peterborough
When you walk by an underused and neglected park space in Peterborough, look for vegetable gardens and plants that are free to the public. Guerrilla gardening, a socio-ecological initiative to …