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REVIEW | After-School Sips: The Best Cafes for Cozy Warm Drinks
After a long, cold winter day stuck at school — praying for the snow day that will never come — nothing feels better than cozying up at a nice cafe, sipping a hot drink, and nibbling on a good snack. I reviewed the best coffee shops near Hamber, to curate the ultimate cozy cafe guide, hopefully helping Hamberites unlock aesthetic study vibes and unwind after school.
SATIRE | How To Enjoy The Snow While Slowly Losing Feeling In Your Toes
In Vancouver, snow is rare. We wait for snow to arrive the entire year – and sometimes, the only thing we get in re-turn is disappointment. So how do you take advantage of the snowy days while they last? Well, this handy review is for you, because we have gathered together a list of things you can do to make your snow days the experience of a lifetime. And, here’s the best part. Not only have we compiled seven fun, completely free activities; we’ve tested them out, too!
The Griff's Promising Return
New school, new store! After a four-year hiatus, Eric Hamber’s student store, the Griff, is open again, selling drinks and snacks. But is it here to stay? The Nest sat down with Griff president Renee Kwok (11) to get the behind-the-scenes on the reimagined student store.
EDITORIAL | “A WAKE-UP CALL”: MINOR EARTHQUAKE PROMPTS SEISMIC SAFETY CONVERSATION
Residents of the Pacific Northwest have been aware of the threat of a major earthquake — likely within the next century — for years. However, the unpredictable nature of this event has left citizens blindly preparing for a devastation that may never occur in their lifetime. Nevertheless, just after 1:30 PM on Feb. 21, a minor earthquake hit the Sunshine Coast, prompting discussion about BC’s earthquake preparedness and the effectiveness of new seismically safe schools, including Eric Hamber.
SpaceX’s Latest Starship Explodes Mid Flight
SpaceX, a private aerospace company owned by Elon Musk, launched its uncrewed Starship rocket on Jan. 16. In their seventh test flight, the ship was meant to fly across the Gulf of Mexico from Texas — almost a full loop around the world. However, the flight only lasted eight and a half minutes before the upper half of the rocket exploded over the Turks and Caicos islands.
Valentine’s Day? More Like Galentine’s Day!
With this year's Valentine's Day festivities coming to a close, Hamber students shared what they did to celebrate this joyous time of year. While for some, this might have meant going out with that special someone, having dinner with family, or relaxing by themselves, many students chose to celebrate this Valentine’s Day with their gal pals! But, what is Galentine's Day? What’s its significance? And how can you celebrate it?
Canadian Dollar Weakens Amid Tariff Threat
The Canadian dollar’s equivalent US value has dropped from about 75 cents USD — its highest value in 2024 — to today’s value of about 70 cents USD, and experts warn it may continue to drop. Economists point to incoming American tariffs on Canadian goods, and Canada’s potential counter-tariffs, as the leading cause of the loonie’s depreciation.
Drake Files Federal Defamation Lawsuit Against UMG Over “Not Like Us”
After Kendrick Lamar released “Not Like Us”, a diss track directed at Canadian rapper Drake on May 4, Drake responded by filing a defamation lawsuit against Universal Music Group (UMG), which represents both musicians. The suit was filed eight months after the song’s release and alleged that the song contained false information about Drake.
Justin Trudeau’s Resignation Begins Race For Liberal Party Leadership
After nine years in power, current Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced on Jan. 6 that he was resigning as Canada’s prime minister, effective immediately after the Liberal Party chooses a new leader. During his resignation speech, Trudeau discussed his fight for Canada’s people and interests, and his belief that an election where he is on the ballot would not be a fair one.
LA Fires Burn Over 40,000 Acres
Multiple wildfires ravaging Los Angeles County have left several people dead and burned down thousands of structures. How did the fires start? While the sources of the fires remain under investigation, the conditions in California were perfect for a fire. A long, hot summer had completely dried out the desert brush, and without rain for the better part of a month, the whole area was practically kindling for the fires. Steady Santa Ana winds also fed the fires. The only fire with an alleged source is the Eaton fire, as video evidence of an electrical line shorting was released on Jan. 26.
The Next Four: The Class Of 2025's Decisions, Early On
Since the start of the school year, Hamber grads worked steadily on applications to their dream post-secondary programs. Accepted to their preferred institutions, some students have already committed to their plans to attend these schools.
Childcare Centre At Hamber Opens April 1
Hamber’s fourth floor will serve as a childcare centre for children aged 0 to 5, as part of a joint effort between the Vancouver School Board (VSB) and the City of Vancouver. While the VSB provides space and cleaning services, the city has funded the construction costs and planned the traffic flow in the parking lot. Set to officially open on April 1, the daycare will bring changes to traffic patterns, particularly near Hamber’s east entrance, which will become the designated pickup and drop-off area for the childcare centre.
Kendrick Lamar Highlights African American Culture At Super Bowl Halftime Performance
On Feb. 9, the Kansas City Chiefs faced off against the Philadelphia Eagles at the NFL Super Bowl. This year, the halftime show featured American rapper and 22-time Grammy winner Kendrick Lamar. The performance drew 133 million viewers, making it the most-watched halftime show in history. Lamar took a symbolic approach to the halftime show. Actor Samuel Jackson appeared on stage dressed as Uncle Sam, a figure that represents the American government. Jackson began the show by saying, “This is the great American game,” which was the kickoff for the performance.
VSB Trades Program Connects High School Students to Paid Apprenticeships
Centered around facilitating the transition from the classroom to working in industry trades, the Youth Work in Trades (WRK) Program is jointly supported by the BC Ministry of Education and Child Care and SkilledTradesBC. This program is promoted by the Vancouver School Board (VSB), and connects high school students to paid apprenticeships that provide up to 16 high school credits — equivalent to four courses. Students who graduate from this program will accumulate up to 480 training hours. By finishing two types of industry training programs — the Red Seal and the BC Trades Program — SkilledTradesBC provides students with provincial-level trades credentials.
Vancouver’s Upcoming Concerts In 2025
Last year, Vancouver saw visits from many popular artists, including Taylor Swift, Don Toliver, Olivia Rodrigo, Sabrina Carpenter, and more. However, if you were disappointed that you couldn’t make it to any of them then, you’re in luck! This year, more big-name artists have already announced shows in Vancouver.
Canada's Federal GST Holiday Ends
On Nov. 21, 2024, the federal government declared a GST/HST break for certain items. The tax break went into effect on Dec. 14, 2024, and ended on Feb 15. The break applied to food, beverages, restaurant food, catering, children’s clothing, children’s footwear, diapers, car seats, children’s toys, jigsaw puzzles, video game consoles, video game controllers, physical video games, physical books, printed newspapers, and Christmas trees.
2025 Invictus Games Ceremonies Take Place In Downtown Vancouver
The 2025 Invictus Games kicked off on Feb. 8 in Vancouver, with a spectacular opening ceremony at BC Place Stadium, featuring performances by artists Katy Perry, Roxane Bruneau, Noah Kahan, Nelly Furtado, and Coldplay’s Chris Martin.
Grade 10 And 12 Provincial Assessments: The Whats And Whys
This January, the province’s Graduation Assessments were completed by Grade 10 and 12 Hamber students. Before the introduction of the first provincial assessment, implemented between 2018 and 2021, the Ministry of Education required students to complete five provincial exams as part of the BC Curriculum. Language Arts, Science, and Mathematics exams were mandated for students in Grade 10, Social Studies in Grade 11, and Language Arts again in Grade 12.
Jan. 6 US Capitol Rioter Arrested In Whistler
Anthony Vo was convicted and sentenced to nine months in jail for his role in the Jan. 6, 2021 attack on the US capitol. Instead of reporting to jail, he decided to leave the US and come to Canada to seek asylum. On Jan. 6, exactly four years after the US Capitol riot, he was arrested in Whistler. He was later pardoned by Trump and left Canada to go back home to the US.
Found Guilty On 34 Counts, President Trump Receives An Unconditional Discharge
US President Donald Trump received an “unconditional discharge” for his criminal trial on Jan. 10, making him the first convicted felon to serve as president. This sentence spares Trump of any legal retribution, aside from a mark on his criminal record. Trump’s sentence stems from a decision in May 2024 by a New York jury that found the president guilty of 34 felony counts of fabricating business records. During the 2016 election, these records were corrupted to conceal a hush-money payment to an adult film star, Stormy Daniels.