As the end of the year approaches, and you start to worry about what you need on the final to pass, let me help you procrastinate, just one last time… The Whitecaps, who’s season was ended a few weeks ago by the Portland Timbers, had without a doubt, their best season. Ever. Finishing as second…
Everything was in place for it to be a night to remember. This game, had all the makings of a match for the history books – rivalry, and an electric atmosphere. It was the first time ever that the ‘Caps hosted a playoff game, and even had 6000 more seats made available at BC Place. Adding…
Let’s give a warm welcome to November! You know what that means! Christmas is just right around the corner! But do you know what else is right around the corner? Remembrance Day! This year, Remembrance Day lands on Wednesday, November 11th. This is the day that we all remember those who sacrificed their lives to…
At long last, the Vancouver Whitecaps can relax a little this season. They have, finally, qualified for the play-offs. Morales, the highest paid player on the Whitecaps has missed most of this crucial time, injured, and will potentially not return in time for the playoffs. Sunday’s upcoming game, also has other player doubts, like Techera,…
It’s finally October 19th, and after Canada’s most expensive, and longest (since 1872), election campaign in history, I know I’m definitely ready to vote. By now, I’m sure some information about our opposing political parties, and their stances on current Canadian issues, has reached your ears, and you know who you support. Hopefully that is…
Tim Hortons – the only place on campus to feel truly Canadian. I cannot even count the number of times I make ‘Timmy runs’ each week. Like many other students who drag their feet about every morning, having that cup of joe in my hand and, perhaps, a quick bite is all I need to kick-start…
During BCIT’s student council latest meeting at the Burnaby campus on October 5th, the winner of the by-elections was announced to council. Jessica Graham has been elected as the new VP of Finance and Administration with a total of 275 of 500 votes. The process of the by-election was officially ratified during council. “It was a…
Monday, October 19th is almost here, and I’m hoping you are all planning to vote this upcoming Federal Election. I mean after all, it is our right to decide who runs our country, and is also something we shouldn’t ever take for granted. Being that we live in Canada, I don’t believe we truly appreciate…
Not every golfer gets the opportunity to go far in their career; only the chosen few that are excelling at the right time will make it. In the case of Adam Hadwin, his dream came true this year as he completed in his first season on the PGA TOUR. The Abbotsford, BC native finished top…
BCIT’s Student Council held their first meeting of the school year this Monday Sept. 14th. The new Student Executives welcomed new Council members and went straight into business. The first item discussed was the cancellation of Frosh Fest —the association’s largest annual event that welcomes students to BCIT. The event was cancelled due to the…
Over half a million people were left without power on August 29th when a powerful windstorm hit parts of B.C. Thousands of trees were uprooted, including some that lifted whole sidewalks and destroyed cars. The 90 km/h winds caused major damages to houses, power lines and roads. Vancouver Pak Board alone claims approximately 500 trees…
September 10th is suicide prevention day in Canada, aimed to invite all Canadians to “reach out” and help those who may be thinking of hurting themselves. Everyday 11 people end their lives by suicide, while 210 will attempt to end their lives. September 10th is aimed to help reduce that number. Suicide prevention day is…