Category: News
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Local MP Resigns, Brantford Mayor Appointed Conservative Candidate
Brantford Mayor Kevin Davis has been appointed the Conservative Party of Canada’s candidate for the by-election taking place in Brantford-Brant South. This comes after Larry Brock, the former federal MP for Brantford-Brant…
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Scare in the Square set for Oct. 2-3
A Halloween classic will return to Brantford from Oct. 2 to 3. Brantford’s Scare in the Square is happening in Harmony Square and Mohawk Park on Friday, Oct. 2, from 5 p.m.…
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UN General Assembly exposes widening gulf between international law and great-power coercion
UNITED NATIONS – The 81st United Nations General Assembly opened this week under a contradiction that has become difficult to ignore: the institution charged with defending sovereign equality is meeting while major…
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Brantford gears up for Municipal Election
Mark your calenders, election day is set for MOnday, October 26 On Monday, Oct. 26, voters will head to the polls to elect a mayor, 10 ward councillors and eight school board trustees for the next municipal term. Students…
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Public consultation on AI transparency launched by Government of Canada
Public consultation on AI transparency launched by Government of Canada OTTAWA — On July 23, the Government of Canada announced a public consultation for citizens to provide input on artificial intelligence systems. Innovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED) says the…
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Brantford coffee scene grows
Students can enjoy new study spots and good food, all within walking distance Two new student-friendly cafés have opened in downtown Brantford over the summer, offering students new places to eat, drink and study…
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September 2026 at Laurier Brantford
The 2026-2027 academic year is starting strong with new faces and fresh changes Wilfrid Laurier University’s Brantford campus is beginning the 2026-27 academic year with changes to student housing, academic programs and faculty leadership. …
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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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