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Why are the 2026 Grad Events So Late?
Prom in June? Grad at noon? Not quite how it used to be. This year, Hamber’s graduation plans have taken on a new look, reshaping how students will mark one of the biggest milestones of their lives.
BC Records Its Second Worst Wildfire Season in History
This year’s wildfire season in BC was disastrous, with more than 1,362 fires and 886,348 hectares burned throughout the summer, according to the BC Wildfire Service. The season has not only left lasting damage across BC – it marks Canada’s second-worst wildfire season in history, rivaled only by the 2023 season.
Sean “Diddy” Combs Sentenced to Over 4 Years in Prison After 2-year Legal Battle
On Oct. 3, Sean ‘Diddy’ Combs was sentenced to 50 months in prison for two counts of transportation of prostitution, along with a $500,000 fine. The sentence comes almost two years after the first lawsuit filed against him by his longtime ex-girlfriend, Cassie Ventura.
Hamber Classrooms Rented Out to Raise Revenue for New School
Since Hamber’s new building was opened to students in 2024, the Vancouver School Board (VSB) has been renting out Hamber classrooms to different organizations to help raise funds for the school.
Microsoft Copilot is Coming to All VSB Classrooms. Why Is There No Set Policy?
Emails, book reports, course outlines, tests, university applications — all tasks that once required brain-power and a decent amount of motivation. But now, these difficult, time-consuming chores can be easily completed with a quick AI prompt, tempting students to forgo their homework in favour of a quick solution, and ultimately, their learning experience.
REVIEW | Halloween costumes we need to see this year (and ones we don't)
Halloween is approaching fast, and Hamberites have plenty of ideas for their costumes. However, we have our own opinions on what we want to see — and what we’d rather people avoid. Many costumes that are considered classics, such as the Harry Potter trio or Alvin and the Chipmunks, can come off as tired and unoriginal if they’re not done right.
Tilly Norwood: Hollywood’s First AI Actress
Tilly Norwood, the first AI actress, set the internet into flames with her controversial emergence into the acting industry.
OPINION | Why the Blue Jays Need Canada’s Support
For the first time since 2016, the Toronto Blue Jays made the American League Championship Series.
Vaquita Porpoises in Danger of Extinction
The vaquita porpoise has survived another year in the Gulf of California as one of the most critically endangered creatures in the world, as ranked by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF). Every year, the vaquitas’ population falls significantly, mostly due to illegal activities, such as marine poaching and fishing.
Revenge or Rebuild: No More In-Between for the Canucks
As the Vancouver Canucks enter the 2025-26 National Hockey League (NHL) season, questions are floating over Rogers Arena about whether the team is ready to contend, stay in the playoff mix, or slip into another rebuild.
Tickets for Blue Jays-Yankees Games Restricted to Local Residents
On Oct. 8, the Toronto Blue Jays defeated the New York Yankees to advance to the American League Championship Series. But in late September, before the quarterfinal series even started, the Yankees’ admissions director, Aaron Boone, decided to restrict home-game tickets to only allow residents of New York, New Jersey, Connecticut, and Pennsylvania.
SATIRE | Four 100% Real Tips for Applying to University
It is university application season, which means for grade 12s, it is time to start thinking about what school or city you’re going to spend your next four years in. If you’re a senior who hasn’t started applying or a grade 11 student wanting some tips and tricks for next year, keep on reading.
REVIEW | Warm and Cozy: The Best Drinks to Try This Fall
Have you ever wanted to embrace fall by getting cozy with the perfect seasonal drink in hand? Well, lucky for you, I took a tour around Main Street in Vancouver to find the best drinks to buy this autumn.
REVIEW | What is Too Prolific? An Honest Review and Commentary on Taylor Swift's 12th Studio Album: The Life of a Showgirl
Finally, what everyone’s been waiting for, Taylor Swift’s brand new album: The Life of a Showgirl! It’s been a long time coming, hinted at with very carefully-placed clues (that only the most psychotic of Swifties can decipher) and A LOT of orange glitter. Swift announced the album in mid-August on New Heights, a podcast run by her fiancé, Travis Kelce, and his brother.
Carney Rolls Out Legislation to Fast-Track National Infrastructure Projects
On June 6, Bill C-5, which implements a fast-tracking process for infrastructure projects, had its first reading in the House of Commons. Twenty days later, on June 26, it received Royal Assent, marking the official ratification of the Bill. The Bill has two parts: the Building Canada Act and the Free Trade and Labour Mobility Act.
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.