While attending high school, I learned about Terry Fox’s stride across stolen land to raise money for cancer research, but when it came to acquiring knowledge about queer and Indigenous changemakers, I was on my own. These people’s stories are part of our history and their impact lives on today through activists, abolitionists and those brave enough to mobilize their rage to work towards dismantling the structures of oppression.
Anishinaabe cyclist rides across Turtle Island to raise awareness of Tataskweyak Cree Nation mental health crisis Alisha Samnani // Editor-in-Chief C. Palomar Rubisco // Illustrator If you’re experiencing emotional distress…
Tensions escalate on Wet’suwet’en territory over Coastal Gas pipeline Alisha Samnani // Editor-in-Chief Multiple arrests aren’t stopping Wet’suwet’en land and water defenders as they continue to occupy a pipeline worksite…
Didn’t we close the aquarium? Kaileigh Bunting // Contributor Allison Johnstone // Illustrator What do a global pandemic and marine mammals have in common? In September of 2020, The Vancouver…
In the 1960s, Dr. Klaus created the infamous 1460 Doc Martens with air-cushioned soles. He showcased the prototype to a friend from university, and production began shortly after using surplus military supplies. Once released to the public, the clunky boot was adopted by older women who had a knack for sensible footwear. Doc Martens gained popularity in the 70s among members of counterculture circles, activists, punks and the queer community. A big factor in their adoption by those on the margins of society was their price tag, accessibility and availability in secondhand shops.
Many people have heard or seen the depictions of witches in the media or heard stories of witches as a child but, what does it mean to be a modern witch? Most cultures have roots in witchcraft and spirituality, as many different forms of Witchcraft have been practiced since the beginning of recorded history. Witchcraft was, unfortunately, demonized and given a bad rep leading many of those who practiced it to hide their beliefs. Today, modern-day witchcraft is resurfacing, as many witches feel safer to openly practice their beliefs. Victoria-based Creative, Tarot Reader, and witch, Dakota Tollefson, sat down with us and took us on a journey of what her practice means to her.
Former Capilano University student,Savannah Read, has accomplished great things during the pandemic. She won a Beedie Luminaries Scholarship, completed her first year at Capilano University, just began the music program at The University of Victoria, and released a single, as well as an EP!
Keep’ it Old School- Going to that old pumpkin patch, kissing your sweetheart on Halloween eve, the crackle of classic music on your record player, painting your face (you’re going as a ragdoll this year), handing out baby sized candies to the neighbourhood kids.
An introduction to the new CSU board members and CBPS association presidents Bridget Stringer-Holden // News Editor The unofficial results of the recent by-election are out! With a turnout of…