Category: News
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Ontario cuts OSAP grants and ends tuition freeze
Students worry their debt will climb as financial aid shifts from grants to loans Summary of article: Ontario’s Feb. 12, 2026 announcement reshaped student aid: domestic tuition can rise again and OSAP grants are slashed to a…
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Parking in Downtown
Spending more time parking than the destination The city of Brantford has a plan. Over the next ten years there will be construction around the downtown area. The city has deemed construction…
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Mark Carney pitches trade diversification at Davos as tariff fights reshape Canada’s options
Prime Minister Mark Carney arrived at the World Economic Forum in Davos, Switzerland with a message: Canada can no longer assume the rules will hold as the balance of power begins to…
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UN experts condemn President Maduro’s seizure as legality collides with power politics
United Nations independent human rights experts, the Special Procedures of the Human Rights Council, condemned the United States’ operation to seize Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro and his wife, calling it a breach…
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One University, Three Campuses — Unequal Experiences?
How awareness and reputation vary across Laurier’s three campuses Wilfrid Laurier University may operate across three campuses, but student perceptions suggest the experiences and reputations are far from equal. In a recent…
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Old World Marketplace giving old things a new home
Vintage, antiques and thrifting all in one place There are many local businesses in downtown Brantford, many of which are unique to the city. Old World Marketplace is one of these businesses; part of…
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Brantford celebrates New Year’s Eve in Harmony Square
How the city planned an event to bring the community of Brantford together On Wednesday December 31, 2025, the Brantford community joined together in Harmony Square for a New Year’s Eve celebration.…
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Making a difference in the city
Brantford locals have ideas to impact Brantford in a positive way The Community Changemaker program is run out of StartUp Lab Brantford, which is located on the Laurier Brantford campus in the…
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Students divided on whether Laurier tuition matches their university experience
A new poll conducted by The Sputnik, Radio Laurier and The Cord found that Laurier students remain split on whether the value of their tuition aligns with the quality of their academic and campus experience. While…
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Ontario government passes Bill 33
How the new Supporting Students and Children Act, Impacts Ontario Universities On November 20, 2025, the Ontario government passed Bill 33. This bill, also known as the Supporting Children and Students Act,…
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Laurier Brantford students choose cookies or cocoa
Golden Hawks share which treat they would choose to last a lifetime ‘Twas a chilly morning on the Laurier Brantford streets, When students were asked to pick between two treats. Either having…
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Renting and housing, apartment or house
Learning through data and first-hand accounts: what it’s like to rent in the city Housing is often a source of anxiety and frustration for students. There are good experiences with renting as…
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New spin studio coming to Brantford in 2026
How SPINCO is bringing their inclusive community to the city that seems to lack opportunity A new spin studio location is opening in Brantford in early winter 2026. The studio, a new…
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Day of Remembrance for the City of Brantford
The city and community come together to honour those we have lost The day of Remembrance, November 11 of each year. Brantford holds a ceremony to honour this day and all those involved. While every year’s events look…
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Laurier’s Top 5 Fall Movies
Looking for a new fall favourite? Here’s what Laurier students are watching this fall When fall rolls around at Laurier, students turn to comfort drinks, cozy nights, and of course movies that capture the season.…
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Climate change in a different element
All youth are capable of helping share awareness for climate change Climate change is a prevalent aspect of our everyday life. There are many ways that people can get involved to help…
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Movie time: international film series
A chance to see something different than your average Canadian movie experience The city of Brantford is a diverse one. Both Laurier and the city offer events in hopes to include as…
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The Brantford of tomorrow
The city is improving life for its residence Sienna Bilancia – The number of people experiencing homelessness in Brantford has grown. This is according to the point in time survey done in…
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How students’ union is bridging the gap
Unifying our multi-campus school under one banner Zack Mason – A university spanning multiple cities is not unheard of, and with more online learning opportunities for students, having a variety of campuses…
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Transportation: Brantford’s bus system
Public transit is more important than people realize. Sienna Bilancia – Public transportation is a vital part of almost every city globally. Public transportation will never be perfect. There are simple things…
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Local business woman makes move
Brooke Pearce’s journey from student at local salon to owning successful scalp head spa in Burlington An unconventional yet rewarding path to success is how Brooke Pearce, local businesswoman and B’s Beauty…
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Community space opens downtown
zBTFD is hosting a grand opening to introduce the new community space and record store on Colborne Street zBTFD Records is having their grand opening on Mar. 8 by hosting a party…
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BTM transfers to Milton in fal 2025
Laurier Brantford’s business technology management program moving to the Milton campus in September Laurier Brantford’s business technology management (BTM) program is moving to the Milton campus in September 2025. The decision was…
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Vehicle theft on the rise in Brantford
Brantford Police warn residents to be vigilant and keep vehicles locked as theft numbers rise by 31 per cent Since early November, The Brantford Police have been dealing with an increase in…
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What Makes Laurier Students Swipe Left on Love?
What personality trait sets off alarms in the minds of Laurier Students looking for love to ultimately swipe left? When it comes to dating, Laurier students aren’t shy about what makes them…
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Market brings support for vendors
The Brantford farmer’s market transforms into holiday market with Christmas treats and Santa visits for locals Brantford Farmer’s Market transformed into a holiday market on Dec. 7 and Dec. 14, with the…
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Post workers say the fight isn’t over
Canada Post workers say they refuse to give up on the ongoing strikes against the Canada Post corporation After 32 days on the picket line in front of their office Brantford’s Canada…
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Laurier Brantford’s Spotify wrapped
What music, artists and genres did Laurier Brantford students listen and sing along to the most in 2024? Laurier students have spoken! After surveying over 200 Golden Hawks both in-person and on…
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Tariffs spark ripples
What do Donald Trump’s proposed policies surrounding tariffs mean for Canada’s economy and leadership? With less than two weeks remaining until President Donald Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20, he has already announced…
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Over 5,000 Syrian prisoners freed
Northern Syrian prisoners freed following collapse of Syrian regime now have the chance to tell their stories Early in November, approximately 5,000 Syrian prisoners were freed from Aleppo Central Prison. The prison…
