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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.
OPINION | In 2,000 Characters Or Less… One Grade 12’s Reflection on University Applications
If you were to open my Instagram “For You” page back in October 2022, it wouldn’t have taken very long to find numerous videos and posts about university applications. How to apply, how to stand out, what grades you need to get to receive an acceptance.
Sweden Tops the Charts at Eurovision 2023
The 2023 Eurovision Song Contest was held in Liverpool, England. The previous year’s winners were from Ukraine, so in keeping with tradition, they were to host this year’s competition. However, due to safety concerns regarding the ongoing Russian invasion of Ukraine, England hosted in lieu of Ukraine. The winner of this year’s contest was Sweden, represented by pop artist Loreen.
Bill C-48: Strengthening Canada’s Bail System
The Canadian federal government has introduced Bill C-48 in an effort to tighten up the bail system, after several high-profile violent crimes committed by repeat offenders, including the death of Ontario Provincial Police officer Constable Grzegorz (Greg) Pierzchala.
The Future of FIT
For the past two school years, schools in the Vancouver School District have switched to a new schedule known as the semester system. One of the most noticeable changes with the semester system is the introduction of flexible instructional time (FIT). Next year, FIT is planned to have 160 minutes per week, 60 more than the current schedule.
SATIRE | Your 2023 Summer Horoscopes
Predict how your summer vacation will go based on your star sign!
Disclaimer: Griffin’s Nest horoscopes have been proven to be 100% trustworthy and accurate.
REVIEW | The Best Ice Cream in Vancouver
With dozens of stores scattered across the city, Vancouver is not lacking in ice cream shops. For this issue of The Griffins’ Nest, I went on a tour of the city to visit the most popular spots. Here are my top three picks.
Fashion Students Reflect on Ms. Ho’s Final Show
Eric Hamber's award-winning fashion program’s annual fashion show took place on Jun. 14 and 15. As designers prepare for the road ahead, they take a final look back on this year’s show, Exodus, and what it meant to them.
2023 US Presidential Candidate Profiles
With a year and a half until the 2024 presidential election in the United States, the field of candidates is beginning to emerge. Current President Joe Biden has announced his re-election plans and is facing two challengers for the Democratic Party nomination, while the Republican Party primary is expected to be a significant competition as over ten candidates, including former president Donald Trump, contest the nomination.
Reminiscing on Prom and Grad
As the school year comes to a close, Eric Hamber’s class of 2023 has had a calendar packed with grad events, big and small. The two main events were prom and the graduation ceremony.
Is Hamber Prepared for a Heatwave?
Vancouver, along with much of BC, has already been hit with warm temperatures that typically occur near the end of June. Schools often do not have the proper utilities to combat the warm temperatures, leaving many Hamberites concerned that the excessive heat is depriving students of suitable learning conditions and increasing the chance of heat related illnesses.
Vaping Goes Viral Among Teenagers – Federal Surveys Show
It is no secret that many Eric Hamber students vape in school restrooms. But vaping is not an issue unique to Hamber. In fact, Canada has one of the highest rates of teenage student e-cigarette users in the world, according to surveys from the federal government.
Erdoğan Victorious in Turkey After Contested Election and Runoff
President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan of Turkey won a third term in office in May after an uncertain election that presented the strongest electoral challenge he has yet faced. Erdoğan has been President since 2014, previously having served as Prime Minister from 2003 up until his presidency.
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.