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The End Is Not in Sight: More Unmarked Graves Found
Since the first unmarked graves were found at the former Kamloops Residential School in May 2021, more than 1,800 unmarked graves have been found across Canada. The Canadian government has been working with many Indigenous groups to search residential school sites.
Premier David Eby’s First Hundred Days
A hundred days have passed since David Eby became BC’s 37th premier on Nov. 18 last year. Eby succeeded former premier John Horgan, who resigned after five years in office due to health concerns after treatment for cancer last year.
Winter Weather Suspends Holiday Travel
Extreme weather caused a wave of flight cancellations at Vancouver International Airport (YVR) on Dec. 20 last year. That Tuesday was met with 200 flight cancellations and 67 delayed flights.
Gino Odjick, Canuck and Local Legend, Dies at 53
Former Vancouver Canucks player and legend Wayne "Gino" Odjick passed away on Jan. 15 from a heart attack.
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.
Death Toll in Turkish and Syrian Earthquake Hits 50,000
On Feb. 3, a 7.8-magnitude earthquake struck southwestern Turkey and northern Syria, succeeded by a second earthquake of 7.5-magnitude in the following hours. The tremors were the deadliest quakes in Turkey since an earthquake in ancient Antioch in 526 and the deadliest in Syria since an 1822 earthquake in Aleppo. By Feb. 28, the death toll had surpassed 50,000 in the two nations.
The Next Stage of the MCU: Phase 5
The end of 2022 has also marked the end of another era: the Marvel Cinematic Universe’s Phase Four.
Transgender Rights Reforms in Scotland Blocked by British Veto
Dec. 22 of last year saw the passing of the Gender Recognition Reform Bill in the Scottish Parliament, which would streamline the process for trans people to change their legally recognised gender. The legislation was blocked by the United Kingdom Parliament this January, reigniting discussion about Scottish devolution and the distribution of power between the British and Scottish governments.
REVIEW | Best Skateparks Around Vancouver
As the weather improves, we are bound to see more skateboarders, both beginner and experienced, around the city. Where are they going? With so many skateparks around, where should they go? There are a variety of skateparks in the Greater Vancouver Area - here are both my opinions and those of other teenage skateboarders of Vancouver skateparks.
Second Hand Clothing Stores in Vancouver
If you love fashion, but don’t want to support the fast-fashion industry, an easy way to reduce your environmental impact is by shopping second-hand. Not only is buying second-hand or pre-loved clothing better for the environment; it’s also a huge money saver.
OPINION: Are Hamberites Being Restricted?
Every year, a plethora of student events occur. Student council and grad committee organize the vast majority of them, ranging from holiday markets to Valentine’s grams, while a wide array of clubs runs the rest. But are school organizations being restricted in what they can do?
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.
Interview with Cailen Yiu, Host of Hamber’s CSPN Podcast
The Griffins’ Nest presents a Q&A with Hamber’s very own Cailen Yiu (12): the creator, producer, director, cameraman, editor, and host of CSPN.
REVIEW | The Best and Worst Fashion Trends of 2022
Fashion is a part of our everyday lives. It doesn't matter if you follow the latest fashion or not, fashion is everywhere. Down to the way you style your hair and what shoes you have, you cannot escape fashion. Last year was a big year for fashion, so here are the best and worst fashion trends of 2022.
REVIEW | Best Restaurants in the Hamber Neighbourhood
Hungry? Within Hamber’s community, there is an endless amount of places to eat! In our diverse and growing neighbourhood, you can enjoy cuisine from around the world. Here is our list of the must visit restaurants near Hamber.
REVIEW | Avatar: The Way of Water
Avatar: The Way of Water hit the theaters on Dec. 16, 2022. The long awaited sequel to the highest grossing movie of all time, featured gorgeous animation and spectacular voice actors.
Former Principal at Britannia Accused of Stealing Donations
The former principal of an elementary school in Vancouver is being sued for stealing more than $170,000 in school funds, much of which was intended to help students’ families in need.
Staff and Students Share Concerns Regarding Semester System
Many teachers and students are not in favour of the continuation of the semester system, instead favouring the linear system. The semester system is set to continue in all VSB secondary schools for the 2023-2024 school year.
Cheer Club Debuts at Midtown Showdown
Hamber’s cheer team put on their first ever performance at the 12th annual Midtown Showdown. Armed with chic uniforms and enthusiasm, they performed cheers paired with cartwheels and lifts through all of Midtown’s halftime games.
The Rebirth Of Film Photography
For a long time in the history of photography, film cameras were the default device for taking photographs. After the popularization of the digital camera, the usage of film began to decline. Despite this, the medium has experienced a resurgence in popularity, especially among the Gen Z population.