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BC sets a new record with 2,511 toxic drug deaths in 2023
At the beginning of 2024, the BC Coroners Office reported 2,511 suspected deaths due to illicit drug usage — about seven deaths a day in the province. This statistic is the highest recorded number ever and a five per cent increase from 2022.
Crying Wolf: Hamber’s Four Consecutive Fire Alarm Pulls
With the holidays around the corner, Hamber’s halls have been filled with the ringing of bells. Unfortunately, the bells in question were not of the Christmas variety, but instead issued by the Fire Department.
REVIEW | Why Our Music Taste is Objectively Better Than Yours: A 2023 Music Review
Despite Drake releasing an album, 2023 was actually a fantastic year for music. While this year might not have been for all the dogs, there were quite a few mainstream artists who released solid albums. However, listening to all of those will leave a blank space in your head. Therefore, we would like to review some of the albums that you definitely should have listened to this year but have probably never heard of.
The 10th Annual Game Awards
The Game Awards, an annual award ceremony celebrating the achievements of the best video games worldwide, streamed live on Dec. 7 this year. Winners were decided by a blend of an international voting jury of global media and influencer outlets and a public vote.
The MTV VMAs 2023
The MTV Video Music Awards are an annual fan-voted awards show in the United States that occurs every September. The Video Music Awards celebrate achievements in the music industry, such as “Best Music Video” or “Artist of the Year”, and are also known for their live performances by nominees or winners.
Canada’s Third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation
On Sept. 30, 2023, Canada observed its third National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The holiday, also known as Orange Shirt Day, honours both survivors of residential schools and those who were unable to come home.
How Hamberites Are Dealing With Inflation
As British Columbia grapples with inflation, many of Hamber’s students have been affected, and their daily expenses have increased. Those who receive an allowance, or a part-time job, have found that their money goes less distance each month.
Let The Games Begin: Hamber’s Fall Sports Update
It’s been over a month since the school year began, and Hamber athletics have begun Volleyball, soccer, field hockey and aquatics have begun, and Hamber’s athletes have been battling for wins across the city.
Vancouver's Annual Aritzia Warehouse Sale
Every summer, Aritzia’s Warehouse Sale in Vancouver gathers a large crowd. According to Arizia’s spokesperson, Barbara Nguyen-Willeford, the 2022 sale brought in almost 100,000 shoppers. This year's Warehouse Sale was held at the Vancouver Convention Centre from Aug. 29 to Sept. 4.
2023 Sets Wildfire Records
In 2023, British Columbia experienced its worst wildfire season in history. This season saw 2,229 wildfires, burning almost 25,000 square kilometers, according to the BC Wildfire Service.
History Made at the 2023 Stanley Cup Playoffs
With another year of NHL hockey gone and the Stanley Cup playoffs finally being awarded, it's time to look back at what transpired. This year saw historic upsets and history being rewritten, with the Vegas Golden Knights ultimately hoisting the cup.
Nat Bailey and Aramark Fire Dozens of Newly Hired Employees
After a successful season working for Aramark catering at Nat Bailey Stadium last year, Kae Lin Whiton (10) was guaranteed to be re-hired for another summer. However, on Apr. 13, almost three months after she was re-hired, Whiton was fired due to a new age-restriction policy from Aramark catering.
Meet StuCo Members 2023
After weeks of campaigning, Hamberites have elected their Student Council members for the 2023/24 school year, with winning candidates ready to take on the responsibility and represent student’s voices.
Finance Minister Announces 2023 Budget
Amidst looming fears of a recession and slowing economic growth, this year’s federal budget sees billions in new spending for healthcare, affordability, and the clean economy, while straying from key measures of fiscal responsibility and facing a mounting debt burden.
It’s Awards Season Again: A Recap of the First Shows of 2023
In the first three months of the year, major entertainment awards occur. Here is a recap of the 2023 Award Show season.
City Council Votes to Shut Down Renter Office
Vancouver’s city council, composed of an ABC majority, made its decision in mid-January to permanently close the Vancouver renter office. The renter office provided resources, referrals, and information on tenants rights, including answering questions, providing information on city policies and permits, and referring renters to other organizations that can help.
Hamber’s New Year Resolutions, Three Months In
As Hamberites enter March, recently assigned New Year resolutions are either just getting started, already in place, or have since been altered entirely. Some of Hamber’s staff and students have a variety of ambitious resolutions, while others avoid the notion entirely.
NASA’s Plans for 2023
NASA is prepared for a decade of electric aircraft, moon landings and space exploration.