Category: News
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New Rose and Thistle restaurant booming
The Rose and Thistle British restaurant and pub, located at 48 Dalhousie St., across from Expositer residence, had its grand opening on Sat. March 21. “We have had such a good response…
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New policy will mass deport workers who have journeyed to work in Canada
On Wednesday April 1, Operational Bulletin 275-C will come into effect, resulting in a mass deportation of temporary foreign workers in Canada. The 275-C was implemented on April 1, 2011, and has…
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Game on, Laurier Brantford!
Despite the negative news surrounding the recent 22 job cuts and Nipissing’s departure, some good news regarding Laurier Brantford’s progression and expansion can help bring positivity. After several years of planning and…
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Laurier Brantford’s CSA hosts annual conference
Laurier’s Criminology Student Association (CSA) recently hosted its fourth Annual Criminology Conference. It was once again successful in attracting a large number of attendees, and was an enjoyable event for all. The…
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WLU president, WLUFA disagree on financial situation
Josh Adesina & Karly Rath Wilfrid Laurier University has made the recent decision to let go of 22 positions between both campuses. On Tuesday, March 10, Laurier students and faculty members received…
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Brantford ranked forth best city to buy real estate
According to MoneySense magazine, Brantford is the forth-best city in Canada to buy real estate. In a study that tracked communities GDP values, and homes’ ability to appreciate in value, Brantford beat…
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Green’s a go- Preparing for second annual 420 rally
The Brantford Cannabis Club is a month away from hosting their second annual 420 Rally. According to a press release, the rally will take place in Victoria Park from 1p.m. – 6p.m.,…
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Several new businesses developing in Brantford’s downtown
With spring fast approaching, there are many new businesses for Laurier students to check out in downtown Brantford. The newest addition within the downtown community is the Rose and Thistle Pub, which…
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Battling Bill C-51
Saturday March 14 marked National Day of Action against Bill C-51, and thousands of protestors gathered in cities across Canada to speak out against the bill. Stephanie Dearing organized the “snap-action” protest…
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Laurier Brantford celebrates International Women’s Day with week of events
Laurier Brantford embraces International Women’s Day with a week of events that bring attention to different matters related to gender equality. The events will take place between March 9 and 13. International…
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Tips to find a perfect summer job in Brantford
Summer is almost here and that means that it is time to take a break, or to make some money! As university students we all need a little extra income, so it’s…
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Self-defence for women organized by Special Constables
Laurier Brantford’s Special Constables are working to offer improved campus safety by offering R.A.D. self-defence training to Laurier Brantford female students. The course is taking place on March 21 and 22 in…
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No more taxes on tampons – period
What do products like milk, bread, vegetables, prescription drugs, and medical devices like contact lenses and hearing aids have in common? Canadians do not pay taxes on these types of “essential” products.…
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Brantford takes a stand against bullying with Pink Shirt Day
On Feb. 25 the City of Brantford celebrated Pink Shirt Day, a worldwide campaign against bullying, where participants annually wear pink shirts to raise anti-bullying awareness on the last Wednesday in February.…
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Brantford groups celebrate local women
International Women’s Day is March 8, and this year the UN is looking to challenge nations to enact equal rights for women. In what began as small celebrations of women throughout Europe…
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WLUSP holds Annual General meeting and announces election results
The Wilfrid Laurier Waterloo campus held its annual Student Publications meeting at the Hawks House on February 11 between 6 and 11 p.m. The meeting was streamed live to the Brantford campus…
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Keep busy in and around Laurier Brantford
Skating in Harmony Square Snow has finally fallen and the ice is ready and waiting for you. Head on down to Harmony Square for free skating from 10 a.m.-10 p.m. every day,…
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Wilfrid Laurier celebrates Chinese Lunar New Year
Since December the Laurier community has been preparing to display its culturally diverse population and celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year. The event was created to help students get involved while enjoying…
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Black History Month events cut back in Brantford and Brant County
By Jacob Dearlove & Taylor Berzins Black History Month programming has virtually disappeared from Brantford and Brant County this February, leaving the community without access to the diverse celebrations it once knew.…
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Brantford and Nutella: A love story
By Davis Vallesi, Dillon Giancola, Orlaith McDonogh To celebrate World Nutella Day, an annual event since 2007, Ferrero Brantford offered a free family fun day, which took place at the Wayne Gretzky…
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Frost Fest is coming to town
One of Brantford’s most anticipated annual events is its winter carnival, Frosty Fest. The sixth annual Frosty Fest will be taking place in Harmony Square from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on the Feb.…
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Oil prices key factor in Bank of Canada prime lending rate cut
The Bank of Canada lowered its prime lending rate from 1 to 0.75 per cent, in a decision that will affect many economic sectors such as the housing market, imports/exports and the…
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Sorcerers and Lattes: Brantford to get a board game café
Brantford’s downtown is about to get nerdier, as Devil’s Bench gears up to open its doors April 2015. According to Bill Dungey, one of three partners behind Devil’s Bench, the board game…
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The Limelight on Brantford’s family violence rate
A report released by Statistics Canada in January has brought to light the growing issue of family violence in the country. Within the report, Brantford is ranked at ninth for Canadian cities…
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The future continues to look bright for Sanderson Centre
The Sanderson Centre, Brantford’s performing arts theatre, recently celebrated its 95th anniversary. The theatre originally opened in December 1919, as a vaudeville and silent movie house. The building was purchased by the City of…
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Extreme weather warning issued as temperatures plummet
An extreme cold weather warning was issued for Brantford on Jan. 13, as temperatures dropped to approximately -30 C when accounting for the wind chill. According to Environment Canada, the frigid temperatures…
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Making it big in the little city
A grant program is being issued to help small businesses survive in Brantford’s downtown Recent times have proven challenging for small businesses within Brantford’s downtown as can be seen in the case…
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Makayla Sault, First Nation girl who quit chemotherapy, dies
A First Nation community mourns the loss of 11-year-old Makayla Sault who died Monday, after suffering a stroke on Sunday. The New Credit First Nation girl who had acute lymphoblastic leukemia (ALL) has been…
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Get involved with Brantford’s art scene this winter
The Brantford community will be a stir with student friendly events throughout the Winter Term. “If you look for it, there’s lots going on,” says Brantford Manager of Tourism and Marketing, Nicole…
