A new report by B.C. Human Rights Commissioner Kasari Govender found housing to be the most pressing humanitarian issue in the province. Yet, the B.C. government has shortened the notice…
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A Breakdown of the 2024 BC Budget
Advocates express concerns over limited investment and ongoing challenges Yasmine Elsayed (she/her) // Contributor Jacob Schoenherr (he/him) // Illustrator On Feb. 22, 2024, British Columbia unveiled its 2024 Budget, designed…
Vancouver’s Park Board Debate
Untouched Land or Dismantling for Progress? Samantha Craig (She/Her) // Contributor Bells White (They/Them) // Illustrator On Dec. 13 2023, Vancouver City Council passed a motion created by Mayor Ken…
Two new buildings begin construction on campus, despite delays
Students share their thoughts on the new childhood centre and on-campus housing Vansh Malhotra (he/him/his) // Contributor Freya Emery (she/her) // Editor-in-Chief CapU students wait in anticipation for the completion…
CapU On-Campus Residence Housing Project Approved
The new 360-bed residence located on the north side of campus is set to open in 2024 Bridget Stringer-Holden // News Editor The current residence buildings are located on Old…
Opinions: Weaver’s anti-foreign ownership proposal won’t make Vancouver more affordable
Closing the door on potential buyers Weaver’s anti-foreign ownership proposal won’t make Vancouver more affordable CAMPUS LIFE EDITOR Photo c/o Cindy Tang New Zealand applied a ban on foreign real…
Vancouver livability: the good, the bad and the disappearing demographic
Vancouver livability: the good, the bad and the disappearing demographic Freya Wasteneys // Contributor Walking the streets of Vancouver, it’s hard not to notice the mirage-like tendency of small businesses…
Vancouver’s housing crisis solutions miss crucial demographic
Hot-topic potato, pass the problem on Freya Wasteneys // Contributor Vancouver is notorious for its three favourite conversation topics: weather, food and real estate. In fact, 74 per cent of…
CSU returns to Victoria to participate in lobby days
“Where’s the Housing?” campaign will continue to push for on-campus accommodations Annalisse Crosswell // Contributor After taking part in a successful “Where’s the Housing?” campaign last year, the Capilano Students’…