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Signing Off: A Letter from the Editor-in-Chief
Informative. Impartial. Independent.
These three words have guided all I have wanted to achieve as a journalist, editor, and editor-in-chief while at The Griffins’ Nest. After serving a year in each of these roles, my time at The Nest has come to a close.
BC Forest Fire Season is Sparking
This summer’s forest fire season is forecasted to be worse than usual. Even before the start of the season, the general wildfire activity across Canada has been increasing, with 2,306 fires thus far in 2023 alone, as of June 9. Just over 400 of those, about 16 per cent, are in British Columbia, despite BC only occupying about nine per cent of Canada’s land mass.
Vancouver’s Best Summer Patios
Patios are a staple place in many Vancouverites’ summers, ranging from cute little cafes to quiet secluded restaurants: here are a few of the best patios in Vancouver!
Hamber Girls’ Soccer Team Wins City Championships
The Hamber Girls’ Soccer team won the City Championships on May 25. Led by Ms. J. Polukoshko (English), the Soccer team played an undefeated season that culminated in a grueling final match against John Oliver Secondary.
Hamber Teachers’ Advice to the Grads of 2023
As the graduates of 2023 begin to say their final goodbyes, the Eric Hamber teachers who have watched them grow over the years have some advice to share. These teachers also reflected on the lessons they have been taught by their outgoing students.
New Canadian Passport Design Announced
A redesign for the Canadian passport was announced by Minister of Immigration, Refugees, and Citizenship Sean Fraser on May 10. The new cover and pages showcase more of Canada’s natural features and wildlife with fewer historical images than the current design.
Vancouver Mural Festival: Connecting the Public to Vancouver’s Diverse Art Scene
The Vancouver Mural Festival (VMF) will be occuring once again from Aug. 4-13. The festival has been held annually since its founding in 2016, and is designed to celebrate public art and connect the community through live events and murals.
ANALYSIS | The Promises and Risks of Self-Driving Cars
In recent years, self-driving cars have been turned from a sci-fi fantasy into a reality. These vehicles have promised to revolutionize the way we travel and reshape the many industries associated with transportation.
Canadian Immigration Plans
Canada’s 2023 to 2025 Immigration Levels Plan was released by Sean Fraser, Minister of Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship on Nov. 1, 2022. The plan set targets to welcome 465,000 residents in 2023, 485,000 residents in 2024, and 500,000 residents in 2025.
King Charles' Coronation Opens the Carolean Era
The coronation of King Charles III took place at Westminster Abbey in London on May 6, 2023, after the death of his mother, Queen Elizabeth II, who reigned for over 70 years.
VDSC Hosts Annual Art Gala
The Vancouver District Student Council (VDSC) is holding their annual art gala once again, inviting young artists in Vancouver School Board (VSB) schools to “take a step back and look to how our history has shaped us to the present we know now”.
Volcanic Exoplanet Discovered By Canadian Astronomers
A new exoplanet, a planet beyond our solar system, has been discovered by Canadian astronomers. Quite similar to Earth in many ways, it is known as LP 791-18d, and is located 90 light years away.
NBA Finals: Nuggets Win First Championship
After a 47-year championship drought, the Denver Nuggets defeated the Miami Heat in five games to capture the Larry O’Brien finals trophy. The finals series came to an end on June 12 in Denver, with finals MVP Nikola Jokic leading the game in scoring with 28 points and 16 rebounds.
Succession: A Shakespearean Tale of Abuse
In many ways, Succession is a Shakespearean family drama, set in the corporate offices of midtown Manhattan instead of the plains of medieval England. The fourth and final season concluded on May 28, ending the five-year run of one of the best shows on television.
Agreement Reached to Raise the US Debt Ceiling
The United States narrowly avoided a default on its debt when President Joe Biden signed the Fiscal Responsibility Act of 2023 into law on June 3, ending the stalemate between Democrats and Republicans in the US Congress over the contentious debt ceiling.
Microsoft–Activision Blizzard Deal Still In Purgatory
Microsoft announced its intention to purchase the video game company Activision Blizzard on Jan. 18, 2022. Now, a year and a half later, the deal is still pending.
What Will Grads Miss Most About Hamber?
As they face the final weeks of their high school journey, Hamber grads find themselves reflecting on the experiences that have made the past five years truly special.
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.
No Inquiry Needed into Election Interference, Says Former Governor-General
Former Governor General and Special Rapporteur David Johnston recommended against calling an independent public inquiry into China’s alleged election interference on May 23, weeks before announcing his resignation and in turn leading the government to reconsider calling an inquiry.
BC's Temperatures Keep Going Up
Despite attempts to minimize climate change, extreme weather has become more common on Canada’s west coast, most noticeably with summers being hotter and more humid than it has been historically.