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Alberta K–12 School Book Ban Prohibits Images of Explicit Content
The province of Alberta has enforced a book ban for K–12 classrooms and school libraries, prohibiting works “containing any explicit visual depiction of a sexual act,” according to the CBC
Why is Canada Post on Strike Again?
On Sept. 25, Canada Post workers went on strike after Minister of Transformation, Joël Lightbound, announced that Canada Post would be ending home delivery and cutting back costs by using community mailboxes instead of addresses. The Canadian Union of Postal Workers (CUPW) initiated the strike to fight for its workers’ rights in the face of these financial cutbacks.
VSB’s Bus Drivers See 25 Per Cent Wage Cut as Senior Staff Get Big Raises
Bus drivers and other employees contracted by the Vancouver School Board (VSB) had their wages cut by up to 25 per cent at the end of June as senior staff saw large salary increases of up to $66,000.
Uncovering the UBC Personal Profile
Every year, hopeful grade 12 Hamberties embark on a journey of vague writing prompts, self-reflection, and countless rough drafts — all to submit the best UBC Personal Profile.
Canadian Women’s Rugby Team Places Second In World Cup
In the 2025 Women’s Rugby World Cup finals, Canada lost by 33–13 to the England Red Roses on Sept. 27, solidifying their title as second in the world. The final game took place at the Allianz Stadium in Twickenham, England, to a record-breaking crowd of 81,885 fans.
BC Student and Family Affordability Fund Facing Cuts
The Student and Family Affordability Fund, used for schools to afford essential student supplies outside of their budget, was cancelled by the BC provincial government in late August of this year.
Block Party’s Second Year at Hamber
For the second year in a row, Hamber Athletics hosted Block Party, a volleyball tournament involving the Senior Girls, Senior Boys, Junior Girls, and Junior Boys teams. This year’s tournament took on a new level of excitement, attracting a much larger audience and providing an exciting experience for students to partake in.
Right-Wing Advocate Charlie Kirk Shot on University Tour
Right-wing Christian advocate Charlie Kirk was assassinated on Sept. 10 at Utah Valley University while on tour for his youth organization, Turning Point USA. Kirk was a political activist and co-founder of Turning Point USA, a conservative Christian organization that sponsored his tours and campaigns around American college campuses.
BC Conservative Leader John Rustad Called to Step Down
On Oct. 21, John Rustad, the leader of the BC Conservative Party, was called on to resign in a letter signed by seven out of nine of the BC Conservative Party management committee members.
Student Coaches: A Key Part of Hamber's Athletic Community
For over a decade, student coaching has played an important role in the Hamber community. It gives students in grades 11 and 12 opportunities to connect with new people while they coach one of Hamber’s many sports teams.
BCGEU Reaches Tentative Agreement With BC Government After Weeks of Strike
On Aug. 29, the BC General Employees Union (BCGEU), comprised of over 95,000 workers across BC, issued a 72-hour strike notice.
What does Trump’s Peace Plan Mean for Gaza?
On Oct. 9, US President Donald Trump revealed that the first stage of his extensive peace plan was signed by both Israel and Hamas.
Trump Increases Canadian Tariffs By 10 Per Cent Over Ontario’s Anti-Tariff Ad
On Oct. 25, US President Donald Trump abruptly announced an additional 10 per cent tariff on imported Canadian goods, following his disapproval of an anti-tariff ad featuring Ronald Reagan that was sponsored by the Ontario government.
OPINION | What’s Next For Elon Musk — The World’s First Half-Trillionaire
Elon Musk is the world’s first person to obtain a $500 billion net worth, a representation of how the world’s elite dominate more and more of the economy with every passing year. According to Forbes’ Real-Time Billionaires tracker, Musk reached this staggering net worth on Oct. 1.
51,000 Teachers Launch Strike in Alberta
On Oct. 6, over 51,000 Alberta teachers walked out on strike, disrupting education for around 750,000 students across 2,500 public, Catholic, and francophone schools. This marked the strike as the largest walkout in Alberta history.
Jimmy Kimmel Live! Suspension Causes Uproar Across North America
The Jimmy Kimmel Live! late-night television show, hosted by American comedian Jimmy Kimmel, was suspended by ABC executives on Sept. 17. This decision sent a shockwave of emotions throughout the US entertainment world, sparking outrage from actors to everyday citizens.
Hamberites' Recap Vancouver Concerts
Music-loving Hamberites have been busy these past few months, with many well-known artists bringing their concerts to Vancouver. From Laufey’s jazzy serenades in Rogers Arena to R&B star Daniel Caesar’s pop-up concert in John Hendry Park, students seized the opportunity to attend local concerts, and each left with a unique experience.
From A to O: How Enzymes Could Save Countless Lives
As of Oct. 8, nearly 600 people in BC are waiting for organ transplants, according to BC Transplant. A pair of colleagues at the University of British Columbia (UBC) hope to decrease this number by improving access to the pool of organs available to patients.
AEDs to be Installed in All BC High Schools
A lifesaving device has just been made mandatory in all secondary schools in BC: the Automated External Defibrillators (AED), used to restart the heart of someone in cardiac arrest. This change has been long-awaited by many staff and student advocates within the Vancouver School Board (VSB).
US Government Faces Extended Shutdown
On Oct. 1, the US government shut down for the first time in six years after it failed to agree on a 2026 budget. As of Oct. 22, it is the second-longest shutdown in US history, with over an estimated 1 million government employees forced to work without pay as Democrats and Republicans debate government spending.