VOICES: SPORTS: LIFESTYLE: CANADAPRIDECELEBRATINGIN WEEKTIPATHLETEOFTHE SLUMPWITHDEALINGSEASONAL p. 6 p. 11 p. 14 JUNE 13, 2022 The University of Calgary’s independent student newspaper Vol. 62, Issue No. 1 THE GAUNTLET
Cover Photo by Megan Koch
New snacks are always what’s in Stör.
– Sophia Lopez Gauntlet Editorial Board
The staff and I have decided to adopt a better, more optimistic mindset not just this summer, but all-year round. Most people have entered the “What do I do now?” phase and one of the best ways to cure it is to go out and enjoy what Calgary has to offer. There’s more diversity than you think if you really just dig deep. While the city may be in shambles at times, we on the other hand, will try our hardest not to be. And even though some of us are close to being free from this institution, others still have a few more years to go — so why not make the most of them? I think we’re all ready to get some sun (if it decides to show up), throw on some flip flops and prove to ourselves that Calgary is more than just Stampede City.
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From longer lasting traditions like Sled Island and the Calgary Folk Fest, to more niche events like the Calgary Horror Con and the Calgary Latin Festival, there’s so much to see and enjoy this summer.
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The Golden Spatula – Nazeefa Ahmed Nazeefa has been working hard, contributing to many of our sections. We are very grateful for the quality of writing we’ve received from her in the short amount of time she’s been volunteering.
Twitter: @GauntletUofC Instagram: @gauntletuofc TikTok: @GauntletUofC Online: www.thegauntlet.ca G etting the sudden urge to leave Calgary is something every Calgarian goes through at least a few times a year — the lack of student support and the never-ending cold weather doesn’t help the situation either. However, something this new term has already taught me is that there’s more to Calgary than meets the eye. This year so far has been a bit messy. COVID-19 and its variants did not help university students have a consistent method of learning, students are tired of the insane tuition increases, freedom convoy protesters let loose and the one year we thought Bermuda Shorts Day would return it didn’t, amongst other things. Nevertheless, there are still some great things that happened this year which we should use to set the tone for the rest of 2022. We saw more women in power this year, as Calgary’s first female mayor was voted in and our current Students’ Union President is the first female to hold the president position for two terms. On top of this, we’ve seen the campus community come together to support Ukrainian students and the underpaid caretakers. In-person events are finally making a comeback, and you can rest assured that our staff will be covering them. Nature is finally healing. It’s time to let all the bad things go and move on. The academic year has ended and this is the time to start Throughoutfresh.my eight years in Calgary I always thought there wasn’t really much to do besides to go to Stampede each summer. But I’ve learned that the city has some cool stuff people can take part in.
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It’s time to change Calgary’s reputation once and for all
In an interview with the Gaunt let, Nicolette Little — instructor and PhD candidate at the University of Calgary — highlights the signifi cance of seemingly ordinary items in creating consciousness on societ al issues that are often difficult to talkLittle,about.who conducted extensive interviews with Black and Parsons, shared how the use of accessible materials has helped their causes gain“Themomentum.[REDress Project] address es a topic that not everyone is com fortable talking about. It addresses it in a way that catches attention with these stunning red dresses that are found in places where they are least expected. The fact that they are a surprise art means that people can’t avoid the topic as easily,” said Little. “The red dresses are a very accessible way for people to discuss the difficult topic of violence against Indigenous women and girls.” Little, whose dissertation looked at arts-based activism, shared how the use of everyday items increased awareness on anti-violence issues and inspired involvement amongst ordinary citizens. “What my interviews have shown was that people were really inspired by these activisms because they show that speaking out against gender-based violence was doable by everyday citizens,” she said. “You didn’t need to have a broadcast ing journalism degree or elaborate technology to inspire people.” Little expressed her admiration for both projects’ capacity to gar ner international attention with the use of conveniently ordinary items. The REDress and Memory Stones projects have demonstrat ed a great turnout of replicability, both internationally and domes tically. Little also noted that the accessibility of these projects have helped bring individuals within a community of like-minded advo cates.In discussing other ways that people can engage with genderbased violence advocacy, Little ac knowledged the powerful role that educators play in shining light on issues relating to equity and social justice. Beyond the classroom, she recognizes the availability of social media to share information and perpetuate conversations on these issues.“What [Black and Parsons] have shown is that we can use everyday items, and with a little creativity, put them together in a way that en gages people in these topics,” said Little. “With inspiration, creativ ity, and trust in ourselves, we can talk about these subjects and raise awareness.”Bytheuse of objects that are eas ily replicable, these projects dem onstrate that anyone can partake in bringing societal consciousness on topics that would otherwise be overlooked.Inherclosing remarks, Little emphasized the importance of ac cessible activism to help alleviate the stigma around gender-based violence awareness. She empha sized how there is plenty of work to be done on this area as cases of violence against women and girls have typically gone unreported. Out of a thousand charges brought forward, only a few would result in a conviction.Moreinformation on collab orative activism, the REDress and Memory Stones projects are avail able online.
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FOOD TALK » SYLVIA LOPEZThe REDress project combines art and activism.
Julieanne Acosta News Editor
Bite Grocer — the only com munity grocery store in Ingle wood — launched its first Giveback for the Greater Good(s) fundraising campaign in partnership with the Calgary Community Fridge (CCF) project.Theinitiative began on May 18 and is set to run until June 18 to raise funds to help maintain the food stock in the CCF all throughout theInyear.an interview with the Gaunt let, the operations manager at Bite Grocer, Neil Godsman, talked about Inglewood’s grocer.
Coming out of [COVID-19], we’ve seen inflation and we’re just gonna see more and more. Our goal is to try and create another avenue for people to access,” said Goldsman. The Calgary Community Fridge works collaboratively with volun teers to stock and clean the fridge. To learn more about the Calgary Community Fridge or to volunteer, visit their Instagram @calgarycom munityfridge. The Calgary Com munity Fridge is located at 902 Centre Street NE. To learn more about Bite Grocer, visit www.bitey yc.com.
VALERY PEREZBite Grocer partners with CCF.
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“Bite Grocer is a local and in dependently [owned] store in Ingle wood. We also have a cafe [and a] bakery. We’ve got great produce section selection, a lot of enhance ment products and local goods,” said Godsman.
CCF, their partner in the fund raiser, was founded in August 2020 and is a mutual aid organization. Their goal is to support individuals who are faced with food insecurity by providing a fridge that is fully stocked with healthy foods and drinks that are accessible 24/7 to the“Wecommunity.foundout that [one of our regular customers] was one of the volunteers [at the CCF],” said Godsman. “It’s a completely vol unteer-driven thing. They fill that fridge twice a day and it’s emptied twice a day. There are people that travel from all over the city and they get there and it’s an empty fridge, that’s a pretty disheartening thing. We are just trying to do our best to help them keep it full more often.” To help the cause, Bite Grocer is raising money through different avenues to help the costs of filling the community fridge. The Fill the Fridge Frenzy — a game-show style final event to wrap up the fundrais er — will take place on July 6. Three contestants, a representative from the CCF, the donor that donated the most, and a randomly selected donor will get the chance to partici pate.“We have a few different ways that people can contribute,” said Goldsman. “They can come in and make a contribution at the till. They can buy one of our community tote bags and [if you contribute] you are also entered into potentially doing the Fill the Fridge Frenzy which is given to three shoppers. They can fill their cart with 150 dollars worth of goods within 60 seconds.” The goal of the fundraiser is to raise $10,000 for the CCF and to help reduce the food insecurity within our city. “The rising cost of everything has made it very difficult. Some Cal garians are having to make a tough choice between food and shelter.
The REDress Project was creat ed in 2010 by Métis artist and activist, Jaime Black. It sees red dresses suspended where people least expect them to be. The pro ject addresses the crisis of genderbased violence amongst Indigen ous women and girls. Similarly, the Memory Stones project — created by Leah Parsons — tackles the issue of gender-based violence and cyber bullying by the use of painted beach stones. Together, these projects help draw awareness on key issues by combining art and activism.
Local Inglewood grocery store launches fundraising campaign for the Calgary Community Fridge
Red Dresses and Memory Stones: How ordinary objects can inspire collaborative activism
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When asked about reconciliation in a healthcare setting, Logan spoke of the historical and current significance.
“It’s important to remember that the healthcare system has historically, and continues to be, a source of harm and an unsafe place for many Indigenous peoples and communities,” said Logan. “It is really part of changing the narrative and working to ensure that Indigenous people receive the same quality of safety when interacting with health care systems.”
Pathways to Healing program seeks to educate on Indigenous health
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VALERY PEREZCumming School of Medicine program focuses on Indigenous health education.
“We are working toward having more Indigenous faculty students and staff working in these fields but in the meantime there’s also a need for our non-Indigenous colleagues and peers to help us with that work,” Logan continued. In closing, Roach encourages the campus community to partake in this program.
“We do have people who joined from all over the community from nursing, social work, kinesiology, arts and history,” said Roach. “It’s a great place to connect with lots of people who are interested in this work and willing to learn to work in good ways, so I would encourage everyone to register and come to one.” More information about the Pathways to Healing Initiative and their funding process can be found on their website.
Nazeefa Ahmed Volunteer Pathways to Healing is a program under the Cumming School of Medicine at the University of Calgary that looks to provide ways to help reconciliation and healing with Indigenous individuals.Inaninterview with the Gauntlet, representatives Dr. Pamela Roach and Hollison Logan spoke about the origin, purpose, and outcomes of the program after oneRoachyear. is an assistant professor in family medicine and community health sciences, as well as the director of Indigenous Health Education in the Indigenous, Local, and Global Health (ILGH) Office.“My research is […] the intersection of health services research and health education research to hopefully impact through the way we educate healthcare professionals on individual and population level Indigenous health outcomes,” said Roach.Roach spoke on the origins of the program and its importance to Indigenous health and the bi-weekly healing circles. “Pathways to Healing really started as a response to about a year ago. Just a few days ago it was the one year anniversary of finding the mass grave at the Kamloops Indian Residential School,” said Roach. “Pathways to Healing goes beyond making a statement. It is actually a commitment of funding to catalyze people who may be interested in Indigenous health. “We want to host a community of practice, where people can come together to look at how we can heal from residential schools’ legacy and intergenerational trauma through medical education and research,” Roach continued.Logan is the Indigenous Health Program coordinator working in the IGH office at the CSM “One thing that I really appreciate about these circles is that we have folks from all areas of the university joining,” said Logan. “Not only is it an oral practice for approaching feedback of the presentation of your project idea, but it also allows you to gather different perspectives that you might not get in a typical Western process.”The initiative has funded three successful applications to date.“One is to evaluate a new Indigenous health longitudinal elective for family medicine residents. One is working with the community to examine the healing nature of healing walks, which some communities have started doing since the announcement of more children’s bodies being found at residential schools. Then the other one is a partnership between education, social work and the CSM around Indigenous youth mental health,” said Roach.
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Mark Suknanan or “Priyanka” from Canada’s Drag Race: I first knew television person ality and drag queen, Priyanka, as Mark Suknanan — host of The Zone on the YTV channel — and had no idea that they were the same people until I became invested in Canada’sDragRace
June is Pride Month, yes, but contrary to the belief of almost every large corporation — this month is more about changing a company logo to include a rain bow flag. For many people, Pride is more about a parade and sur face-level statements about in clusion, especially considering a great level of intersectional discrimination exists within the LGBTQIA+ itself. In that sense, for those that look past all the profi teering, Pride Month is a time of reflection about what it means to be inclusive. Marriage equal ity has been accepted in Canada since 2005 and conversion ther apy was just recently banned in a motion passed by the Canadian House of Commons — despite this, Canadians’ understanding and acceptance of intersection ality within the queer commun ity remains rudimentary. This Pride Month, the Gauntlet would like to celebrate three LGBTQIA+ Canadians who continue to push for change and redefine what it means to be queer in congruence with their other respective iden tities.
Aymen Sherwani
AsapSCIENCE’s Mitch Moffit and Greg Brown: Growing up, AsapScience was all I watched before Net flix and Disney+ became more popular. If anything, it made what I was learning in school actually fun and engaging.
The YouTube channel’s hosts, Mitch Moffit and Greg Brown, are an openly gay couple that met while studying biology at the University of Guelph in On tario, Canada — only coming out after a barrage of homo phobic comments under their videos to serve as visible rep resentation for young queer people in science. Staying true to their vision, with the rise of TikTok, AsapScience has since largely transitioned to the new er platform — with an undoubt edly younger audience — and is performing just as successfully. Due to ignorance or hatred, often times there are ques tions thrown around such as, “Why do queer people get more attention just because they happen to be queer and also in x field?” The reality of the mat ter is that queer people have a long and tumultuous history with science. Scientific homo phobia has been instrumental in the systemic discrimination and marginalization of queer individuals in North America and the UK. For instance, it has been less than 50 years since the American Psychiatric As sociation (APA) issued a reso lution stating that homosexu ality was not a mental illness or sickness. Public opinion has been slow to follow, yes, but it is with creators like Moffit and Brown that are openly proud of their sexual identity in con gruence with their relationship to science that makes positive change more foreseeable.
Needless to say, some things never change because I bingewatched both. Born in Whitby, Ontario, Suknanan comes from Indo-Guyanese descent and, as Priyanka, has drawn from elements of her heritage when performing. In an interview with Elle Magazine, she states that “I named myself Priyanka so people would know that there is an Indo-queer West Indian queen coming onstage — so they know they’re repre sented. That’s the reason I make you scream my name all the time: to make you remem ber a girl named Priyanka can beWhethersuccessful.”it be entering new territory and dressing up in a ground-breaking bridal lehen ga-choli or a show-stopping Indian-inspired Marie-Antoin ette-style ball gown, there is little evidence against why she won Canada’s Drag Race in 2020.Because personalities like Suknanan, Moffit, Brown and Shraya are so vocal about the depth and nuance that eman ates from the interpret between race, gender, sexuality and even occupation — they are powerful players that are altering Can ada’s historical landscape of racial, gender-based and sexual exclusion.
Pride Month: Celebrating the LGBTQIA+ Canadians that made all the difference in a landscape of exclusion
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When I think about influ ential queer Canadians, the University of Calgary’s very own, Vivek Shraya — assistant professor within the creative writing program — is the first that comes to mind. As a transwoman of colour from Alberta, Shraya’s work for the past dec ade has been through a medium of music, poetry, creative writ ing and film — an expression of her relationship with race, ethnicity, immigrant identity and how it all interplayed with growing up as a genderqueer child. In particular, her short film Seeking Single White Male, which recalls her experi ences prior to coming out as a trans woman, highlights the racism experienced by Black, Indigenous and other people of colour (BIPOC) queer individ uals in Alberta. She describes the gay dating community within the province and how it coerced her to alter her physical features, in an ef fort to appear more Caucasian — bleaching her naturally black hair blonde and using blue contact lenses — a reflection of the white supremacy that still exists within the LGBTQIA+ community. Her work draws attention to the need for inter sectionality and emphasizes the not-so-unique but ever-sounderstated queer experience felt by racialized Canadians. In 2022, Shraya officially became a tenured professor at the U of C which means that for the in definite future, she will be a pil lar of creativity in our academ ic community and a role model for other BIPOC and queer stu dents for years to come.
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VALERY PEREZRecognizing LGBTQIA+ Canadians.
Musician, writer, filmmaker and professor — Vivek Shraya:
Avoid heat-absorbing colours: I consider wearing an allblack outfit to be a personality trait of mine, and when summer rolls around, one would call it my Achilles’ heel. There have been many a time where I would rather die in 35 degree heat — in the middle of wildfire season — than not look like Robert Pat tinson’s Batman. That version of me is dead and buried six feet beneath a pile of pastel-col oured clothes. Many are under the assumption that ‘vibrant colours aren’t modest’ — that’s not modesty, that’s misogyny.
Wanting to stand out, while also embracing your religious or cul tural guidelines for clothing is not immodest — particularly if you’re staying cooler and feeling confident.
SYLVIA LOPEZTips on how to stay cool while modest in the heat.
Avoid heat-absorbing fabrics: It’s so tempting to recycle out fits from the fall when summer rolls around — but wearing win ter fabrics is quite possibly the worst thing you can do to your body in the heat. Yes, fall clothes are longer and considered to be more modest, but they’re also unreasonably thick. Instead, opt for breezier fabrics like cotton, linen and — if the occasion calls for it — silk. The issue stands that a lot of summery clothes are inaccessible because they’re often cropped — an easy fix is to play around with the lengths of tops and bottoms. A classic white linen or cotton blouse with an exciting pair of sleeves is one of the most versatile and foundational pieces to anyone’s wardrobe — whether you pair it with a midi skirt or some thin, high-waisted pants, you’re guar anteed to not overheat and still make a statement.
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Dressing modestly?
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Avoid layering: For many hijabi women — which I, myself, was at one point in my life — shopping for spring and summer can be a total nightmare if they do choose to observe religious guidelines attributed to clothes. Walking into Zara is great for the fall and winter, yes, but when it’s hot? Every cute sundress you pick out is sleeveless and every shirt is a crop-top or a square neck. A quick fix would definitely be to layer a cardigan on top of a sleeveless dress or layer another shirt underneath a cropped or tube top — but at that point you’re compromising comfort ability for being covered up and ruining the rest of your day. Try, to the best of your ability, to get as close to one layer as you can by wearing maxi dresses or sum mery lounge sets. While brands like Zara defin itely do have affordable options, there are also brands readers should look to that are com pletely focused on catering to the modest fashion audience like the New York-based Veiled Collection, and international retailers like Modanisa and Touché Privé — both based in Istanbul.
Aymen Sherwani Voices Editor F` or many women, dressing modestly is a huge part of their faith, culture or person al comfortability. Layering, for many people — myself included — is a failsafe to looking chic, covered up and put together, but what do you do when it’s 35 degrees Celsius in the middle of August and you still want to look cute for a day out with your friends? While it’s relatively easy to be both stylish and com fortably modest in the colder months, doing so becomes quite the challenge as spring and summer approach, particularly when one is living in a society that hypersexualizes women and places pressure on them to conform to a certain physical standard of beauty. While there is nothing wrong with cover ing up or showing skin, either modes of fashion should be readily accessible for women so they are able to stay comfort able in their own bodies, rather than being expected to dress a certain way during the warmer months and looking frumpy if they do otherwise. The lack of retail clothing options that are readily available for women that do choose to cover up is very telling of this problem. With the understanding that modesty rests on a spectrum, here is a highly subjective guide to dress ing modestly without breaking the bank.
Here’s how to beat the incoming summer heat in style
Wear breezier silhouettes: Do you ever feel like your clothes are wearing you, rather than you wearing your clothes? That overstimulating feeling of fabric rubbing against your skin and making you uncomfort ably aware of yourself? During summer, looser silhouettes are better, as wearing more clothes on top of a head covering like a hijab or turban naturally makes you more prone to heat. Think of a white dress you could wear during a day out on the lake — think Grecian water nymph vibes. To shop this aesthet ic, search for keywords like “a-line maxi” or “cotton/linen beach maxi.” If you’re a Bridg erton fan, you’ll be pleased to hear that empire waistlines are back in style — or what I would refer to as the dress version of high-waisted pants. Cinched above the natural waistline, this regency-era silhouette is perfect for a classy, summer soiréeWearing pants is a hassle al together when it’s hot outside and all you want to do is give yourself a little extra ventila tion down there. However, not many women who dress mod estly ascribe to the same level of femininity that allows for skirts and dresses. Some would prefer to exercise gender neu trality and pants fall into their realm of comfortability. In that case, wide leg silhouettes like palazzos and even harem pants — loose throughout but tapered at the ankle — are all more heat-resistant alternatives to jeans or dress pants that will feel like the pits of hell outside any room with an air condition er.At the end of the day, know ing where to shop and which keywords to use are everything. Shopping in an environment that does not traditionally cater to your comfortability causes added levels of frustration be cause — with retailers — you are often forced to accommo date in ways that compromise the overall integrity of your style. We hope that readers can use this guide to effortlessly create their summer wardrobe without breaking a sweat or the bank.
Embracing traditionally-femin ine colours like pastel-pink or even fuchsia is not immodest.
Valery Perez Visuals Editor T he world’s first space crim inal — a title that could solidify any Canadian’s spot in the history books. One that, as of 2022, could be taken up by anyone that steps out of line on their journey through space. With current Prime Minis ter Justin Trudeau announcing Canada’s commitment to par ticipate in the Lunar Gateway — a NASA-backed orbiting space platform with deep space ex ploration goals over the next 24 years — Canada considers what it takes to keep the peace in space. The Lunar Gateway will be a platform that allows hu mans to access the Moon, aster oids, Mars and any other places in space they desire to explore, as well provide a laboratory for scientists to experiment in. Construction is expected to begin in 2022. On April 28, the House of Commons proposed an amend ment during its presentation of the 2022 Federal Budget Im plementation Act. The amend ment states that, “A Canadian crew member who, during a space flight, commits an act or omission outside Canada that if committed in Canada would constitute an indictable offense is deemed to have committed that act or omission in Canada.” Crimes considered include any committed during transporta tion on the Lunar Gateway to and from, and on the surface of theHowever,Moon. these are not the first laws regarding space crimes to be implemented in the Criminal Code. There are some laws already account ing for astronauts committing crimes on the International Space Station (ISS), stating that any crime committed in the ISS by Canadian astronauts is to be treated as if it were commit ted on Canadian soil. However, the Lunar Gateway project will provide more opportunities for Canadians to take part in scien tific space exploration, causing the federal government to fine tune the laws and incorporate the new space destinations. Space law enforcement and its importance was placed in the spotlight during the 2019 crime dispute between astro nauts Anne McClain and Sum mer Worden. Worden accused McClain of accessing her bank accounts without consent while in the ISS. In an attempt to gain the upper hand, Wor den went to the media and outed McClain as her partner. This earned McClain the title of “First Publically Out Active Astronaut.” It was later discov ered that Worden had been lying, and had been charged with lying about a space crime. Had she been speaking the truth, this would have been considered the first official space crime in history. As more and more individ uals get to experience space exploration, there are bound to be more issues arising. Humans just don’t fully know how to live completely in peace with one another. This deeper dive into international space law will help map out clearer answers on a subject that, until now, has not needed much attention. If at any point commercial space travel becomes more accessible to the general public, cases like this hopefully will have already led the government to properly define space law, thus allowing for peace and order to remain all across the galaxy.
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Will you be the first Moon criminal? MOON WALK TO JAIL » VALERY PEREZThe first Moon crime has yet to be committed.
Dive into unfettered punk with No More Moments HEADBANGER » courtesy NO MORE MOMENTSAlbum cover for Quarter Life Crisis
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Roog Kubur Arts & Science Editor
Bear Chief also specifically called out songs like “Problem Child” and “Sunday Morning” as expressions of their frustrations and“‘Problemstruggles.Child’ is just about being Aboriginal in today’s world,” he said. “It’s a song that people can relate to and to show them everything will be okay.”
Quarthon Bear Chief emphasized the importance of giving back to their community with the music. He highlighted Moments Festival, a festival started by Carlin Black Rabbit, inviting local punk bands to perform on the reserve. He also mentioned wanting to break down barriers for other Indigenous bands who may also want to expand their reach. “Music is totally a Native thing, even if it’s not Powwow music,” he said. “I want to open paths for artists to get out there.” No More Moments is punk in its purest form. Listening to Bear Chief talk about the genre and the band gave the impression that punk was his vessel for unbridled expressions of anything and everything. While the genre has expanded beyond local scenes and taken on a more globalized nature, it’s important to remember that punk isn’t punk without the local bands that make it up.Punk is a genre best experienced live and their upcoming shows at the end of the summer help explain why. They will be playing at Broken City in August and opening for Propoaghandi in September. In the meantime, get your hands on whatever you can find. Physical copies of their new album Quarter Life Crisis, including a hot pink vinyl, are available on through their website. It is also available on Spotify, Apple Music and wherever else you stream music. Roog’s Recommendation: “Everyone but Me” if you want to dip your toe in, “Me and My Friends” for something to headbang to.
Punk is a genre that breaks barriers, encourages disobedience and invites experimentation, yet still has a rigid image attached to it. Those heavily not involved in the punk scene may reduce it down to its inception in 1970s Britain with bands like Sex Pistols and X-Ray Spex. However, deep in the heart of Alberta lies a band that embodies the purest form of punk — one that screams individuality and unrestrainedIntroducingexpression.NoMore Moments, a Siksika punk band with a loud presence and an even louder catalogue. This band punk in its essence, incorporating a playful attitude towards music while keeping their music authentic andTheraw.group started off as a crew of high schoolers on the Siksika reserve looking to make some music. The original lineup had only two members. The current vocalist, Quarthon Bear Chief, joined after noticing they were lacking a frontman. “I just loved how raw they were,” he said about the initial formation of the band. “Man, I’d play the triangle for them if they’d let me,” he said with a smile. When the group first started, there wasn’t a lot of inspiration for their vision. To be teenagers on the reserve making punk music wasn’t the norm, and they didn’t have very many expectations going forward. “We were just happy to be in a band,” said Bear Chief. “You didn’t hear much about Natives making music, and especially not punk.” Bear Chief highlighted the natural synergy of the band, taking note of how they all seemed to click together once the four piece was completed. He added that their newest edition, guitarist Oscar Black, fit perfectly into the group like a puzzle piece.
What drew the band to punk was the rawness of the music. Bear Chief called it “wacky, political and experimental” in reference to what made the genre so appealing.Healso notes the diversity and acceptance of the punk scene at the time. They warmly welcomed the group into the world without needing to make any compromises about what their vision and soundTheirwas.newest project, Quarter Life Crisis, is an album airing out the dirty laundry that everyone keeps inside. The name is a cheeky nod to the mid-life crisis bringing self-doubt and confusion about where to go, but Black said that a quarter-life crisis is more applicable to them. It is an exploration of how to respond to the changing world around us and how the band interpreted the changing times. No More Moments have been kicking and screaming for the last 15 years, and Cursed Blessing Records helped them push the gas. Bear Chief called this project a stark deviation from their previous work because of the support from their label, Cursed Blessing Records. The band worked with producers who helped them push the boundaries of their sound while maintaining their signature flair, including “All My Evil Friends Have Settled Down” — a black metal track with a piano outro. This was something Bear Chief appreciated greatly. “It challenged us to do better and to be better,” he said. “We had to be on the dot with everything.”
Even those who didn’t go all out for cosplays still put in effort, whether it be through some cat ears or maid outfits. These cos tumes brought a different kind of life to the convention, shedding light on the diversity of conven tion goers. Walking into the con vention centre and being faced with a crew of genderbent maids was certainly an image burned into anyone’s brains. Despite the voice actors, co splay professionals and ama teurs and exclusive merchan dise, the most exciting part of the convention was the community. The moment you stepped into downtown, the excitement in the air was ener gizing. It felt revitalizing to be surrounded by people who were all there to simply have a good time. Anime fans were able to chat with people cosplaying as their favourite characters, co splayers were able to bond over mutual storylines and anyone walking down the street was able to feel the energy. Events like this are a nice reminder that, even after two years of be ing apart, we’re able to pick up right where we left off. This was certainly something needed, and the city is itching to see what’s in store for next year.
After two years of cancella tions, Otafest finally made its triumphant in-person return and Calgary’s anime community came back even stronger. The weekend was filled with panels from industry professionals, in cluding voice actors and cosplay ers, spaces for fans to geek about their favourite shows, an arcade full of old-school games and local vendors offering a variety of oneof-a-kind merchandise ranging from handmade berets to vintage manga. Needless to say, this was an event much anticipated that delivered on all fronts. The weekend highlighted three voice actors who have been part of iconic anime. Griffin Burns, most notably the English voice actor for Akira in Devilman Crybaby, mentioned this was his first Canadian convention. Two iterations of Hunter X Hunter’s Hisoka VAs made an appearance in the form of Brenden Hunt er and Keith Silverstein, recit ing some iconic lines to get the crowd excited. The lineup also included co splayers from across North Amer ica, including AK Wirru, Sonia Blade, and Fighting Dreamers Production-Twinfools. All three had booths in the Exhibitor Hall for those who just wanted to chat, but also held panels to help cosplayers hone their craft, including an introduction to cor setry from Blade. Aside from industry profes sionals, the convention held mul tiple evening shows for anyone looking to let loose. The line up included The 404s, a Canadian improv group, Alex Kade and NEET, Canadian DJs hosting the evening anime raves, and drag performers to bring a different kind of spice to the table. In addition to entertainment, the convention also remained conscious of social issues with panels covering topics of societ al importance relevant to art ists, creatives and casual anime watchers. Convention goers were able to attend sessions to explore anti-racism healing in an artistic context hosted by Larissa Craw ford, or others exploring queer ness in Japanese media through theBetweenages. the festivities, con goers were treated to food op tions throughout the day thanks to the conbini, the Japanese word for convenience store, of fering Japanese snacks. The highlight was the onigiri, or rice balls wrapped in seaweed with savoury fillings, the perfect snack for anyone that needs a quick pick me up. There was also a ramen stall for those looking for lunch, but luckily the con vention’s location made it easy to pop down the street for a meal. The most memorable part of the event was, without a doubt, the cosplayers. The crowds of people with multi-coloured wigs, suspiciously accurate props and creative interpretations of be loved characters was something that you couldn’t miss even if you tried. The streets of Calgary were filled with cosplayers the whole weekend, providing a nice contrast to the standard business attire.Unsurprisingly, Demonslayer cosplays were the most preva lent throughout the convention. Walking up and down the halls, through the +15 or even cross ing the street meant meeting a slew of Tanjiro’s and even more Mitsuri’s. It was never repetitive though, each cosplayer giving a different spin—including a play boy and Demonslayer crossover. Soon-to-be-released series also got some love, with Makima from Chainsaw Man being a popular choice for those excited for the animated adaptation coming later this Charactersyear. from Genshin Im pact were also a popular choice for cosplays. The diversity of character design made sure that no two cosplayers were dressed
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alike. A cosplayer dressed as Scaramouche in the irodori fes tival took the prize for Otafest’s beginner cosplay contest, solid ifying Genshin Impact cosplays as the MVPs of the weekend.
(Left) Scaramouche from Genshin Impact cosplayer.
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“Once you find your perfect, calm, confident mental state, you’re going to play your best and perform your best,” said Leonard.
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Leonard was quick to answer when it came to a specific drill she would recommend. Her advice was the sweatbox. The exercise consists of fast-paced condensed training that focuses on your ex plosiveness and ball control. All that it takes is four walls relatively close to each other, position your self in the middle of the walls and take a shot at one of them. Re bound the ricocheting ball with your off leg and aim at a different wall. Repeat the process until you can’t control the ball or your ac curacy. This is a very intelligent and cheap exercise to do. It can help you have more control and power at the same time, making it a valuable drill for any soccer player.There are ways to improve this activity. Substituting one of the walls for three friends can help you train your feet-to-eyes co ordination as well as your passing accuracy. This time around, try passing the ball to each member. They will return it faster than a normal pass and force you to get out of your comfort stance, to which you will have to catch and shoot it in one of the walls. After rebounding the shot pass to a dif ferent person, repeat the process. This is a variation that greatly im proves this simple drill. Training much more than just your explo sion and Leonard’saccuracy.shot-making wasn’t made out of a single drill. Her hours of dedication on the field saw many training drills. She quickly made a repertoire of cur ated offensive exercises. One of her favourites was a version of the Boston drills in basketball. It con sisted of two offensive players and two defensive players positioned right outside the penalty arc. The number of players can increase to as many as six on each team. The goal is to score in a fixed amount of time. If the offensive team scores, then they have another chance at doing so. However, if the defensive team holds the position, they be come the offensive ones. This is a great drill because it gives you a strict amount of time to score and to keep your position, creating competitiveness and urgency. When it comes to the training intensity, Leonard preaches mod eration. A slow, high repetition training focusing on accuracy with no pressure to score is great to calibrate your shots. On the other hand, fast-paced training with intensity to understand the efficiency of your skill set is cru cial to any player. However, Leon ard also agrees that it has a lot to do with your level at the game. She recommends starting slow. Under standing your shot is necessary for any beginner, but intense training with friends to play defense can help you comb the weaknesses of your“Justshot.working on my accuracy and power was really big for me, I think it’s important to do those things in more low pressure en vironments when you’re having fun,” said Leonard. “But I also would say that those pressure en vironments to combine with your skill set are also really important because you know that in a game, you are going to have that pres sure and you don’t get as many chances.”Leonard’s tip for those who are starting their improvement jour ney is an exercise to help them de velop a killer shot from any range. Aiming at a target hanging from the top corners will help to de velop a consistent shooting. After hitting them for a while, you can concentrate on the bottom cor ners. Having those detailed shots will greatly diminish the difficulty of the harder shots.
The most important aspect for Leonard would be the mental state you find yourself in. It doesn’t matter what your level of play is, if you are in the right mindset to face the competition that’s ahead of you and are willing to adapt and change you will be successful.
“It’s always fun if you have a teammate willing to go and do that with you or a parent to just pass you the ball, take a touch, and then try to hit the target. Then slowly like doing that from further out. I think that would probably be a good starting point. Just to work on accuracy,” said Leonard
“Once you find your perfect, calm, playyou’rementalconfidentstate,goingtoyourbest.”
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“[Repetition] is huge, just doing as much of it as you can to build good habits,” said Leonard. She even complimented those that want to go the extra mile and said that working on scoring in “uncomfortable positions” can help you make the most out of the few looks you do get during a match. This is a versatile training style and it can be combined with a defensive player on your tail to better tailor your shot.
The Athlete Tip of the Week is a column to help amateur and professional players toward their ultimate goal. After all, there is no sport without sacrifices. Without having to push through painful breaths. Without losing sleep to study that one play. A great player will always be the one whose motivation always surpass es their hardships in sports. That is why Montana Leonard is giving this column’s first tip. There is one simple word to describe Leonard as an athlete — outstanding. She is a walking scoring machine. You can’t let her reach the right side and she can’t be left open on the left. The only thing she has to do is get to the penalty arc and she is within her range. Her powerful leg is able to score with precision off of transi tion with relative ease. Needless to say, she is a defensive nightmare. That is why Leonard’s tip is on what helps her score in such an efficient and powerful way. Leonard focuses on repetition when she trains power and accur acy. Training at game speed can help you to better process actual game situations better. Leonard believes that this can be both a good warm-up and exercise.
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The anxiety that comes with starting something new, putting yourself in an unusual environ ment, and being surrounded by veteran gym-goers can be a lot to take in. So, the inaugural first “For Starters” article is here to give you tips and tricks to start your gym experience the right way.Your brain is the first muscle you’ll have to exercise before lifting weights. The best way to get the most out of your gym-go ing experience is to get into the right mindset. Although it may not look like it at first, veteran gym members respect the dedi cation and commitment neces sary to subscribe to a member ship. Most of the time they are happy to help a newcomer settle in. Ask around if you need any help or aren’t sure how to use a certain machine or equipment. A strong mindset builds strong muscles. The best way to face gym anxiety is to under stand that everybody was once a beginner. As much as it may sound cliché, it helps to see the people in there differently as they have also been through their first day. The great ma jority welcome newcomers and are readily available for any doubts you may have. However, if you feel like you don’t want to disturb other gym-goers in the middle of their workout, al ways consult the gym trainers. They will help you understand the machinery and how it can help you to develop the muscle group you are targeting. It is a common practice to join your gym with someone you know. The so-called gym buddy. This is a great way to help you maintain your focus and create a habit. Not only that but having somebody that you trust beside you can be a great motivator for the days that you just don’t feel like working out. However, there are some nega tives that come with it. For ex ample, as much as it can be a great motivator to have a gym buddy by your side, it can also be difficult to maintain your focus if your buddy eventual ly leaves or stops going to the gym. A better strategy is to first start by yourself. Give yourself a month to adjust to the lifestyle change, then consider joining in with a partner. This way at least you’ll be more likely to continue if they Everyoneleave.is a beginner once. The beginner feeling will soon fade away after the first couple of days given the high fluc tuation rates in gyms and the familiarity you’ll naturally gain. So, if everything else doesn’t work, taking deep breaths and pushing through the first week will do the job. Spacing your workouts can be helpful to pick up a comfortable pace. Most gyms allow a trial before com mitting to it. Use it to test the periods and days you can fit in your schedule. This will allow you to understand the gym’s density to map out the days you would feel more comfortable.
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A general agreement is that Fridays and weekends might have more people, but they are usually beginners or rarely have the time to work out. On the contrary, mornings have fewer people, but they are generally more focused and dedicated. Getting started at the gym should be seen for what it is — a lifestyle change. It is a slow and arduous process that will require a lot of willpower both physically and mentally. It is not a sprint — it’s a marathon. Give yourself time to adjust and allow yourself to go through the phases. The results will come after you’ve got into a rhythm and have built up the confidence and habit required. When you’re there, check on the beginners. They are where you once were. on how to deal with gym anxiety
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Rodrigo Verney Sports & Lifestyle Editor S tarting your fitness journey is an intimidating task. It is a lifestyle change that involves a lot of hard work and long-term dedication. Besides the men tal commitment to consistency, gym culture in it itself can be unsettling for a lot of people.
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Rodrigo Verney Sports & Lifestyle Editor T he Edmonton Oilers came out victorious in the battle of Alberta. This frightening sen tence has lived in the hearts of every Calgary Flames fan these past few weeks. Even more so than ever before, the Calgary Flames were a serious finals contender. After this devastat ing loss, there’s only one ques tion in the mind of every Flames fan that was glued to the screen for the whole series: What hap pened? Sports enthusiasts are looking for any possible answer. However, it is crucial to go back and analyze the series to truly understand the source of this upsetter.Regardless if you blame game five on the coaching, the offici ating, or even on the ice — the Flames should not have been in a situation where they lost in five games. But this usually means that the losing team couldn’t handle the winner’s pace and control of the game. From the start, the Oilers set their speed and dominated the flow of the game. This allowed them to dic tate the matchups coach Darryl Sutter prepared. Hence, the Oil ers exploited the Flames’ defen sive weaknesses and were able to score goals that they wouldn’t normally be able to. It is possible to break down every game of the series to understand how each team took control of their possessions and scored more efficiently than the other. After we have already analyzed the steps each team took prior to their battle, we can begin by looking at game one. The first matchup of a series is crucial to define how the pace will be set. It is an open slate un tainted by coaches’ adjustments after the encounter. Hence, if we want to understand how the ser ies went, we have to break down how game one went. The opening game was a good display of controlled offense. The Flames scored the first goal after an incredible contested shot by Elias Lincholm on the left face-off spot. An electrifying and quick beginning to ignite the Saddledome. Andrew Man giapane found the back of the net almost five minutes later and opened up the advantageous score of 2–0 for the Flames. These two goals may have given the team the confidence boost that they needed. Hence, even after the Oilers came back in the second and third periods, the Calgary Flames won the first game 9–6 after a 5–1 lead. Both games two and three were very much alike. They dis played the Oilers’ capacity to adapt to the Flames’ schemes. This is why game two was a close call — 5–3 Oilers — as they were still working on their ad justments. Whereas in game three they were much more es tablished and ready, leading the Oilers to a 4–1 win. A common denominator between these two games is the number of goals scored from distinct angles. Jacob Markstrom, the Flames’ goalie, had an underwhelming performance compared to the regular season. This combined with the Oilers’ ease to score made it hard to defend them as they had more openings to ex ploit than Markstromusual.was allegedly in jured and needed injections to keep playing. This rumor gained a lot of traction after game four, in which most sources agreed that Markstrom wasn’t his usual self. It became puzzling for a lot of analysts to understand what was the source of this lacklus ter performance. The goalie was praised during the regular sea son, with some newspapers even calling it an “MVP-level season.” Whether it was Markstrom’s unexpected injury or it was just plain old Oiler’s luck, game four was also theirs. The Oilers dictated the flow of the game from the moment they got on to the ice scoring a goal in less than 25 seconds. The Flames’ not-so-physical defense allowed for some pretty close shots that exploited their blindspots and found the bottom of the net more often than not. If it wasn’t for Rasmus Anderson’s longrange bomb to tie the game, the Flames could have been out of the picture sooner. The same should be said about Ryan Nu gent-Hopkins’ hero rebound goal off the poorly executed, but successful bounce play to win the game. Just like that, the 2–1 lead became a 3–1 hole. Game five, however, looked like it came out of a chapter of a fantasy book. The Flames took an early lead with two incredible goals. They were looking deter mined to change the tide of the series. It wasn’t until the Oilers took advantage of the transition plays to score the two goals to tie the game at 2–2. The Flames and the Oilers went on a back-andforth cycle to tie the game again at 4–4. With one team looking to end the series and the other trying to stay alive, they went to overtime after a total of 68 shots during the game. Needless to say, overtime was expected to be a battle if it wasn’t for Connor McDavid’s series-winner dagger at the beginning of OT. Putting out the Flames for good.
The Battle of Alberta will al ways be remembered as one of the most exciting rivalries of the past decades. Each player gave everything they had to be able to write their name in the hist ory of this match-up. Unfortu nately for the Flames, there is a bit more ice to skate on before the day when Calgary reigns Alberta. However, if they can keep the core team that they’ve built and adjust to their playoff experience, this day may come sooner than we think. One thing is certain, Flames fans and the organization are focused on winning and can’t wait to set the Oilers ablaze.
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How to ease your overthinking.
The academic school year has now come to a close and you can enjoy the little bit of snow that still lingers as spring is late to arrive. But after a few days of freedom, the feelings of worry and stress begin to return, but this time for a different reason. Every year I experience this seasonal slump. A state of con fusion and panic begin to over take my overall state, leaving me asking myself, “What now? I have nothing to do.” While these feelings are normal and merely temporary, it’s import ant to be able to deal with them in a healthy manner — which is something I’m still learning to do. Here are a few things I sometimes do to ease my over thinking and help me realize that I’m doing just fine.
Just sitting outside does more than you think: Going outside for fresh air is still an underrated cure to any thing in life. Stepping outdoors and getting away from every thing for a second can really clear your mind and allow you to relax. There are many ways you can get fresh air, from go ing on a bike ride, opening a window or even going on one of those hot-girl walks. Getting some vitamin D never hurts, and recharging your brain in the process will only help miti gate any lack of energy or mo tivation. Whenever I feel low and need a booster, I’ll find some sort of excuse to get out of the house. Even if it’s just getting the mail, taking a break from what you’re dealing with will help you recharge and get back on track. Get it off your chest: If you’re anything like me and love giving advice but never taking it for yourself, then maybe you should listen to this point. The sense of relief after venting to someone you’re comfortable with is unmatched. Whether it’s venting or you’re screaming, crying, throwing up — letting it all out is gonna make you feel better. I’m for tunate enough to have people in my life who are there for me, but even then, sometimes I just need to keep things to myself. This is when pen and paper come in handy. Writing down your thoughts still counts as venting, and can be really help ful if you don’t feel comfortable expressing certain feelings to other people.
How to get out of that seasonal slump
Getting some vitamin D never hurts, and recharging your brain in the process will only help mitigate any lack of energy or motivation.
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Find a hobby, but not just any hobby: So while saying “Go find a hobby” is the most annoy ing-parent thing to say, they’ve kind of got a point. But unlike a parent, I’m not suggesting to go find just any hobby. Find ing a hobby that involves a lot of repetition is going to really help you find a routine again if that’s something you need. The sudden change from being extremely busy to having a lot of free time can throw us for a loop, and finding something to keep us occupied — that also happens to be something we enjoy — can really do us a big favour. Whether it’s picking something up again or trying something new, keeping busy with a hobby really helped me feel more productive once things started to slow down.
Say bye to the idea that you can’t always treat yourself: I don’t like the idea of “treat ing” yourself. There’s this idea that we need to earn any thing that makes us happy. We shouldn’t limit ourselves. While many things in life come with sacrifice, if you really want that chocolate bar, go buy it. Treat ing yourself is also often asso ciated with expensive things — which is far from the truth. If you really want that extra hour of sleep, hit the snooze button. You don’t need to be so hard on yourself if you don’t need to be — it’s never really that serious. Or don’t do anything about it: Yup. You could just have this slump stay for a bit and live your life around it. I know I have, and continue to do so. By applying some of these tips though, hopefully you and I can avoid feeling overwhelmed every year by the end of the se mester. But honestly, I probably will still get this slump regard less and that’s okay. The effort of trying to take better care of yourself will make a big differ ence, at least in terms of creat ing a better Remembermindset.thatthese feel ings where you question your self and fall into a slump are not the same as being ungrate ful — I know I thought this for a while. I couldn’t be more grate ful for the people and oppor tunities I have in my life, but that doesn’t mean things can’t get tough. Please go easier on yourself. Maybe go watch some reality TV and laugh — you’ll see that you’re actually doing a lot better than some people.
Find a job, even in these cir cumstances: Adding on to staying busy, no one ever said you can’t stay occupied while making a bit of cash in the process. I think it’s important to note that in the circumstances we’re in, getting a job has not become any easier, so that makes things a bit more tricky. But if you’re able to find a job you enjoy that also follows a consistent schedule, you’ll gain some job experience while also remaining somewhat sane. The switch from classes upon classes, exams and studying to at least a part time job will less en the blow once the semester ends. It’s helped me gradually reduce to a less busy schedule without feeling overwhelmed.
Editor-in-chiefLopez Y ou just finished your last exam and as you leave cam pus, or close the D2L tab, you let out the biggest sigh of relief — a sigh signifying that you finally never have to look at that over priced textbook ever again.
If you really want that extra hour of sleep, hit the snooze button. You don’t need to be so hard yourself if you don’t need to be — it’s never really that serious.
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There’s an aesthetic for everyone.
Roog Kubur Arts & Science Editor
Feminine fashion has evolved to match the “That Girl” aesthet ic. Despite its gendered name, the trend can be possessed by anyone looking to present fem ininely. This is someone with fresh, dewy skin and always on top of their game. Even if you’re falling behind on assignments or swamped with work, the im portant thing is to make it look like you’ve got your life together. To give this impression, a t-shirt and pair of well-fitted blue jeans is the most basic staple, and other oversized pieces can be added to give dimension to the look. Oversized blazers give a casual but put together vibe, vintage leather jackets add a bit of edge or a flannel to give the effortlessly outdoorsy look. The most important building block is the jeans, so investing in a good pair should be a priority. This aesthetic relies on min imalism, which is helpful for anyone looking to dip their toe into Canadian fashion. It is not difficult to find a store selling comfortable, good quality jeans. I mean, this is Alberta — prac tically everyone needs a pair of those. It is also incredibly versa tile, able to be transformed into a more feminine look by adding dainty jewelry or more modest by opting for looser fits. If you’re more of a maximal ist, the basic jeans and top com bination can be changed to re flect that as well. Recently, the phenomenon of printed jeans has been taking over, encour aging people to invest in some thing with an interesting print or take it into their own hands. Across the city, you will find no shortage of students wear
ing jeans that have been cov ered with hand-painted smiley faces or tye-dyed with bleach. If you’re more artistically in clined, this can be an easy way to add a level of personaliza tion to the look without com promising style. If you’re not, looking through vintage shops or second-hand stores to find a unique pair of jeans can be a fun way to spend a quiet Satur dayMasculineafternoon.fashion is often overlooked for its simplicity, but it’s the simplicity that gives it such dynamism. Unfortunately, there isn’t a catch-all aesthetic that encompasses the current trends. If I were to give a name to this vibe it would be “dressedup streetwear.” It gives the im pression of someone who is ef fortlessly cool while still looking put together. This is the type of person to express themselves freely and look good doing it.
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Most of the aforementioned tips apply here as well, however masculine trends tend to lean more towards how to acces sorize the look rather than the look itself.
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“I need to toodidn’tpresentablelookbutwanttoputmuchthoughtintomylook.” ...you will find no shortage of students wearing jeans that have been covered with hand-painted smiley faces or tye-dyed with bleach
F ashion isn’t easy. With the introduction of Tiktok fash ionistas and Instagram models, the scope for what’s considered “trendy” isn’t nearly as defined as it used to be. On top of that, being in Canada means adapt ing to the melting pot of fashion trends it houses — whether it be the classic Albertan lumberjack completed with a red flannel or Toronto’s signature black puffer jacket.Inaddition to picking out the clothes, sourcing them and ac tually having them in your pos session is a completely different story. Shipping to Canada can sometimes bring ridiculous im port fees and worse wait times. Luckily, Calgary offers a wealth of niche shops and boutiques to cater to whatever aesthetic you choose to adopt. Here’s an introduction into one of the most popular trends right now, one that combines simplicity and individuality with an emphasis on feeling good about yourself.
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However, if all else fails, the most classic university student look is the one that has tri umphed over decades. Do not underestimate the power of the well-fitted blue jeans, crewneck sweater and sneaker com bination. It is one that has been a staple since the 20th century and screams “I need to look presentable but didn’t want to put too much thought into my look.” It requires minimal preparation and can be easily dressed up. It’s classic, simple and looks good on everyone.
The most universal fashion tip is always to be comfortable. Being introduced to a new so ciety is already bothersome enough, you don’t need to add to the mix by trying to con form to a trend that doesn’t feel comfortable to you. This article covers one of the many styles that are out there, so don’t be afraid to go out searching and find what clicks.
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Investing in simple silver or gold chains or rings is an easy way to elevate your outfit without stepping too far outside your comfort zone. If you’re not a fan of jewelry, toques (or beanies, depending on where you’re from), watch es and sunglasses are quick and easy accessories to bring some life to the outfit. An important part of fashion regardless of how you choose to present yourself is shoes. Shoes that are comfortable but still stylish are an essential part of any university student’s closet. There are nuances to every look, but the most im portant staples are a pair of white sneakers and a pair of black loafers. These are the two shoes that everyone, regardless of aesthetic or personal niche, needs to have. This goes with out saying, but please make sure these shoes are comfort able. Walking around cam pus or through Calgary’s busy streets is already tiring enough, no need to add uncomfortable shoes to the mix.
lutely outrageous and ridiculous considering the “Nation’s history and tradition” and “concept of ordered liberty” did not even in clude women’s suffrage at its con ception.Mypoint is, the idea of the prolife republican is nothing but a lie. American politics revolve around colonialist ideals of patriarchy and capitalism. Why does the U.S. not ban guns? Well, the firearm and ammunition industry employs 169,523 Americans and generates 206,296 jobs. Not to mention the $7.86 billion that the government earns from the industry in taxes. Why would the U.S. oppose abor tions? One can’t say for sure, but the fact that the U.S. had its record lowest fertility rate with 56 births per 1,000 women in 2020 might have something to do with it. A nation needs a bustling economy to survive and a slew of laborers to sustain it. It’s as simple as that — like John F. Kennedy said, “Ask not what your country can do for you, ask what you can do for your country.”Onasimilar note, the U.S. is built on the pillars of patriarchy. Being a colonialist superpower, Amer ica runs on a system that secures privileges for White men, specif ically those of high socioeconom ic status (SES). Social determin ants of health (SDH) is a public health concept for non-medical factors that influence a person’s health and survival. SES is a ma jor SDH and it influences and intersects with other SDH such as education, housing, employment and more. In both matters of abortion and gun control, Amer icans of low SES experience the most harm. What type of schools experience the most shootings? Which neighbourhoods most often fall victim to gun violence? Even when it comes to school shootings, rich, White men win. Almost every mass shooting in re cent years has taken place in pub lic schools — I haven’t been able to find any record of a shooting at a private school to date. Black stu dents account for 15 per cent out of more than 50 million students in the U.S., however, they make up one third those who have ex perienced a school shooting since 2009. In the meantime, according to a public database including data from 1966 until 2019, 97.7 per cent of mass shooters in the U.S. have been male with 52.3 per cent beingTheWhite.same principles apply to abortion laws. Illegalizing safe abortions will invariably dis advantage those of lower SES. An ti-abortion laws will only increase the disparity that exists between the rich and the poor. Accessing abortions would require trav el or illegal and unsafe means.
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On May 2, a leaked draft of a majority opinion to over turn Roe v. Wade — a decision that protects abortion laws in the U.S. — was released. This leaked draft quickly raised an uproar of dissonant voices across the nation. Many rallied on the prochoice side, calling for freedom over one’s body. Others on the pro-life side, supporting an ti-abortion sentiments to protect the lives of the foetus. For years, the debate on abortion has been that of choice vs. life, so much so that conservative republican leaders are often referred to as pro-life by themselves, the pub lic and the media. But, the draft makes one wonder whether an ti-abortion politics are about life at Twenty-twoall. days after the re lease of this leaked draft, tragedy struck in Texas when a school shooter murdered two teach ers and 19 students. This bloody massacre followed only 10 days after another mass shooting at a supermarket in Buffalo, becom ing the 27th school shooting and one in over 200 mass shootings across the U.S. in 2022. Over two hundred and fourteen shootings could have been prevented with a change in legislature the last time something like this happened. So, is America really pro-life? Between 2009 and 2019, there have been 180 school shootings in the U.S. killing 356 individuals most of whom were children. In 2020, firearms replaced motor vehicle accidents as the number one cause of death among chil dren in the U.S. To draw a connec tion, these are the same children whose lives are to be protected if Roe v. Wade is overturned. So, if conservative America is pro-life, why does this ideology only apply to the foetus during pregnancy? As of today in the U.S., these two rights are protected under the same bill of rights. The Second Amendment under this bill gives U.S. citizens the right to bear arms and the Fourteenth Amendment protects citizens from state laws that “abridge the privileges or im munities of U.S. citizens” or “de prive any person of life, liberty, or property, without due process of law.” This amendment is the foun dation that Roe v. Wade is based upon.This is important to know, be cause this foundation is the exact one Justice Samuel Alito is trying to discount in his draft to over turn Roe v. Wade. Alito’s argument is based on a lack of reference to abortion in the Constitution of the U.S. and no implicit protec tion of such right by any con stitutional provision. He argues that the Fourteenth Amendment “has been held to guarantee some rights that are not mentioned in the Constitution, but any such right must be ‘deeply rooted in this Nation’s history and tradition’ and ‘implicit in the concept of or dered liberty.’” This claim is abso
According to economist Caitlin Myers of Middlebury College, increasing travel distance by 100 miles would prevent 20 per cent of people who give birth from accessing safe abortion. Addition ally, abortions are more common in families that cannot financially support an infant or families with single parents. All this is to say that U.S. pol itics run on the interest of rich, White men rather than concern for saving foetus lives, and hiding behind the pro-life shield only makes hypocrites of lawmakers and politicians. of the pro-life movement in America
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tions can be more severe in children and other vulnerable populations, however no deaths outside of en demic areas have been reported in the current outbreak. In the past, the smallpox vaccine has been protective against the monkeypox virus, however, no one has been vaccinated for smallpox in Canada since the 70s. Another reality is that due to limited surveillance, we’re not sure about the extent of trans mission of this virus. Though the virus has been spreading in countries to which it isn’t endemic, the World Heath Organization (WHO) expresses low levels of concern for these out breaks becoming a pandemic. How ever, another reality is that no one can tell for sure. Now, to be a hopeful realist is to consider that we’re ahead of the game with monkeypox — a luxury we didn’t have with the COVID-19 pandemic. Recovering from a pandemic, the work is still most ly following precautions, personal protective measures and social dis tancing recommendations. These are helpful in limiting the spread of any infectious diseases within the population, as close contact is the most common method of trans mission. Moreover, the smallpox vaccine has a 85 per cent effective ness against the monkeypox virus, which is helpful, because it means we’ve not been thrown in the mid dle of this outbreak with no protect ive measures — as opposed to the COVID-19 pandemic where there was no vaccine available against the virus until nearly a year after outbreaks. Lastly, we have already experienced a global pandemic once in the recent years, so to think hopefully is to trust that public health professionals and political leaders have sufficient experience to guide us through another pan demic — if it comes to that — and to ensure we can come out of this in better conditions than with the COVID-19 pandemic. To think real istically would result in more bleak outcomes.Allinall, as a hopeful realist, I will take the WHO’s words of re assurance, but I will also consider the possibility of everything getting out of Pandemichand. or not, one lesson that this outbreak and the conditions of our recent years have taught us is the importance of practicing global sustainability and eco-protection in the prevention of infectious dis ease. In recent years, we’ve been seeing more widespread outbreaks. In the last month, we’ve also seen severe cases of hepatitis rise in children across Canada. Changing weather patterns and changes to natural ecosystems can increase the rate of incidence of infectious diseases. Things as seemingly insig nificant as changing migration pat terns of animals, to more eco-anx iety-inducing melting permafrost can increase the rate of infections and variation in infective microbial species. Until environmental health and global sustainability are taken seriously, we must brace ourselves for more outbreaks and pandemics to come.
Simply, the Kenney government was arrogant and inane when Al bertans needed leadership most, preoccupied with the pageantry of being “true blue” western conserv atives than governing Alberta.
Monkeypox: Another pandemic on the horizon?
candidates are the last two leaders of the Wildrose Party, Danielle Smith and Brian Jean. Brian Jean, who leads in an in itial poll on UCP leadership among supporters, is a strange political figure. He became a conduit for anti-Kenney conservatism during his by-election campaign in Fort McMurray-Lac La Biche. Jean echoed far-right and antisemitic dog whistles when he affirmed his opposition to the “Great Reset” and insisted that he is not “a globalist.” He also criticizing Kenney’s gov ernment for poor transparency during the pandemic, for policies that made more Albertans sick and for being divisive vis-à-vis the New Democrats, all while reportedly trying to fight his fellow members of legislative assembly (MLA). His contradictions are an attempt at forging a coalition for his leader ship bid, but as has been shown in the aftermath of far-right terror ism in the United States, there can be consequences of ejecting con spiracy theories into mainstream discourse no matter how genuine Jean’s beliefs are.
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The possibility of a former Wil drose leader becoming Alberta’s next premier is jarringly ironic. The Wildrose rejected a policy opposing all discrimination and in 2012 had candidates spewing homophobia and racism. The Wildrose Party was viewed so dangerously that in 2012, enough progressive Albertans voted Progressive Conservative (PC) to stop the Wildrose. This last minute defection caused a polling failure of nearly unheard propor tions. In 2014, most Wildrose MLAs, including Danielle Smith, defected to the PCs. It looked like the party was over. Now, the Wildrose’s last leaders could become premier.
The fall of two recent Albertan premiers, Ralph Klein and Allison Redford, are apt comparisons to Kenney. Klein won only 55 per cent of support from his party in a 2006 leadership review, which convinced him to retire earlier than he initial ly planned. Redford resigned after widespread outrage over a litany of scandals, including the construc tion of Sky Palace. From the 2004 election to today, Alberta has had seven premiers — with only Rachel Notley serving a full term. Kenney is yet another victim of Alberta’s signature political instability and high turnover.
In the coming months, we will have an eighth premier since 2004. There is presently no date for when the UCP leadership election will occur, though one can reasonably guess the UCP will want a new lead er by the end of summer. The field is open for many candidates to en ter, including provincial ministers and federal members of parlia ment, but the first two announced
Regardless of who the next pre mier is, we’ll likely have a snap elec tion afterwards, as the new premier will want a democratic mandate of their own. However, If the UCP does embrace their more extreme ten dencies, as 2012 shows, they can’t take the support of Albertans for granted. The same voters who kept the Wildrose out in 2012 will likely back Notley instead, now that the NDP are a known quantity in gov erning. Albertans didn’t want the Wildrose in power then — who’s to say we’ll want them now? For those dissatisfied with Jason Kenney’s government, celebrate his coming departure. But the sun isn’t up just yet — Alberta has plenty more storm ahead. We’re a prov ince with a proud tradition of pol itical turbulence and whoever fol lows Jason Kenney could be worse.
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MEGAN KOCH MEGAN KOCH Virus hits Canada. Kenney under fire.
As the virus spreads, so does the fear of a second pandemic. So what’s the deal? Will this monkeypox out break result in a new pandemic?
If there’s anything I’ve learned from the ongoing COVID-19 pan demic, it is to be a hopeful realist. The realities are that the monkey pox virus is one very similar to the smallpox virus — and not at all like the chickenpox virus, despite the similar common names — that is transmitted from person to person through skin lesions, bodily fluids, respiratory droplets and contamin ated surfaces and material. Infec
Just when we thought we might have reached the promised “new normal” and started taking our “the end is nigh” signs down, nature struck back with yet another virus with the potential of devastating the world. Earlier in May of 2022, a cluster of cases of the monkeypox virus in the UK, Spain and Portugal alarmed the world. Since then, the virus has spread to Canada, rapidly spreading in Québec before making its way to Alberta.
Kenney and his cabinet did not just implement policies many Albertans disagree with — he is an incompetent premier sur rounded by incompetent ministers. He and his cabinet are just bad at governing.Kenney appeased anti-vaxxers by almost letting the provincial healthcare system collapse while running a theatrical referendum. The official provincial COVID test ing app expensively failed while Kenney eschewed the federal gov ernment’s equivalent app to “stick it” to Ottawa. We also mustn’t for get the scandals, from the dinner at Sky Palace that contravened his government’s COVID restrictions, to his Municipal Affairs Minister va cationing during Christmas while Albertans were stuck at home, to the rule changes for his leader ship review and shadowy bulk UCP membership purchases.
It’s been a stormy few days in Canada. On May 21, Ontario and Québec were hammered by thunderstorms that left thousands without power. Alberta, too, was storming that week — just a differ ent kind. After winning the support of just 51.4 per cent of United Con servative Party (UCP) members, Jason Kenney announced his in tention to resign as UCP leader and as premier of Alberta. When Kenney and the UCP were elected in 2019, I expected to disagree with many of his govern ment’s policies, but that the dayto-day governance of the province would be normal. However, his government failed at the basic task of crisis-time leadership amidst the pandemic.
You see this as an opportunity to prepare for your coming season. In the midst of your preparations, you will turn down plans which will lead you to inadvertently missing most of your summer.
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(AugustVirgo 22 - September 22) You will be close to completing long-term personal projects this summer which you would like to reward yourself for afterwards. Remember that starting a new project is not a reward.
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“My team of architects and engineers had their work cut out for them. Dealing with the International Confederation of Wizards for creature and spell permits has been a nightmare,” said the head of theAccordingproject. to sources that have asked to remain anonymous, the recent increase in construction activity and the blocking of several main pathways through campus is signalling the near completion of theAllegedly,maze. the administration will soon be picking the champions for the tournament and there have been rumours that there will be participants from other Albertan universities like Mount Royal University, MacEwan University and the University of Alberta. It is unclear if there will be three champions from each institution or if there will be some sort of qualifier trial for a grand total of three champions. The university administration has declined to comment on these allegations stating, “Construction is not even finished yet. The student body will be informed of what the next steps are once it is completed.”Itis unclear whether the administration is talking about the impending selection of the champions or the overall tournament. The spokesperson has declined our request to elaborate on this incredibly vague statement. More information on the Triwizard Tournament Maze is set to be released very soon.
(NovemberSagittarius 23 - December 21) Speed dating may seem like a fun choice with your alluring charm. Have your fun but remember that there is more fun when someone knows the inner you.
(FebruaryPisces 19 - March 20) This summer you will face something new, intriguing and outside your comfort zone. Also, beware of bears on hikes.
You will decide to make this summer your summer and go out with a bang. Unfortunately, what you will actually be doing is blasting through your bank account. (JulyLeo 23 – August 21)
This is your season, you will be able to find out the juiciest secrets from everyone you know and what they are hiding from you. Don’t be upset when you dig too deep and find that no one likes you as much as you thought.
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The urge to find yourself will lead to looking up plane tickets. Sadly, your budget only allows you to fly out to the nearest town over.
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(MarchAries 21 - April 20) You will kick-off your summer with a plan of doing everything you possibly can. You will forget to plan breaks in between and this could lead to fun burnout.
Over the past couple of years, and especially over the past few months, the University of Calgary’s main campus has been under heavy construction. With the recent completion of Haskayne’s Mathison Hall and the opening of MacKimmie Tower, it clearly seems that all the construction is to expand the campus. However, sources have come forward reporting that the construction on campus is actually a front. The administration is using it as a distraction as they build a much more dangerous structure — the Triwizard Tournament Maze.
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“It has been a lot of work transporting all those creatures for the maze,” said one of the contractors working on the project. “The dragons have been especially challenging. Do you know how much work it is to sneak in a 25 foot, fire breathing lizard under the noses of over 10 thousand students? A lot, that’s how much.”The head of the project has also added that building an ever-shifting, semi-sentient maze has been a difficult task.
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RAMIRO BUSTAMANTE TORRESSecret blueprint of hidden maze, subject to change. Beware of Gemini season.
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You had a busy semester and will now take the free time to work on making a better version of yourself. Unlike a phone, there is no available software update but therapy and the gym are always an option.
A Gauntlet guide to a mega-awesome summer
13. Whether you’re hoping to summit peaks or just stroll through the wildflowers this summer, you’ll definitely want to get yourself a can of _____ spray. 14. If horses are your thing or you’re just looking for something new to do, visit this multipurpose sports facility to watch some of the best equestrian athletes do some show jumping this July. 18. Now that the sun is mostly shining, it’s consistently over five degrees outside and finals are over, it’s time to grab your pals and raise your glasses because it’s officially _______ season. 22. This music event on Prince’s Island Park in the middle of July is a great opportunity to see some live folk music and get exposed to a diverse range of artists both local and 24.international.Perfectfor dads who love action movies, fans of Tom Cruise, or just those thirsty for Miles Teller, Top Gun _______ has a little something for everyone.
4. If you’re hoping to grow a green thumb this summer, but don’t have the land space to do it on your own, consider testing out your plant parenting skills at your local community _______. 5. If live music featuring smaller artists and eclectic sound is your thing, consider checking out this five-day music festival at the end of July that’s named after a small town in Northern Alberta.
34. A free satellite exhibit in the Edison Building of this Calgarian museum is open and will explore the lives of Holocaust survivors through photography in June and July this summer.
26. Consider heading over to the Calgary Zoo to check out the new baby in this troop of endangered 27.apes.With everything from bops like “Music for a Sushi Restaurant” to sobbing in the shower to “Matilda” Harry’s ________ is undoubtedly set to be a defining album of summer 28.2022.This giant park is one of the biggest green spaces within Calgary, which makes it perfect for your next hot-girl walk, but be on the lookout for local wildlife like deer and coyotes. 30. Attention all lovers of marshmallows, hotdogs, and those who enjoy burning things but aren’t committed enough for full-fledged arson. You can now make reservations on these in designated City of Calgary public parks online for free. 33. Beauty gurus and medical professionals alike will tell you to apply this before spending time outdoors.
23. Love jazz music? Spend an evening at Calgary’s second oldest hotel with good food and a nostalgic vibe featuring weekly live jazz music and occasionally artists from other 25.genres.Ifyou don’t want to go all the way to Banff but are hoping to spend some time in the Rockies this summer, grab a park pass for this Provincial Park that’s just under an hour from Calgary. 29. These pop-up events in trendy neighbourhoods like Inglewood, Kensington and Bridgeland often feature local vendors and make for a great date night or evening out with friends.
37. Speaking of sports to fall asleep to on the couch middle-aged dad style, if you can find a channel broadcasting this sport, you’re in for a great afternoon nap by the time the players hit hole three.
12. Known for her chimpanzee studies in Tanzania in the 60s, this beloved primatologist is coming to the Jubilee Auditorium on June 22 to describe her extraordinary scientific discoveries.
36. Consider throwing one of these magical plastic disks on the quad with a few of your pals so you can feel like background characters in a 90s movie.
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39. If you’re near Prince’s Island Park, you will likely encounter the fuzzy baby form of these critters and hopefully not their aggressive (some might say borderline demonic) 40.parents.Nowthat the Flames are officially out of the playoffs, we’re really hoping Colorado knocks this team out of the playoffs because we’re really hoping Calgary’s rival loses.
17. Check out this self-described social-first publishing company on Instagram or their website to find cool things to do in major Canadian cities, including Vancouver, Toronto, and Calgary.
16. If you haven’t had the chance to zip around downtown on one of these battery-powered vehicles, now is the time! Consider taking a Lime, Bird, or Orange out for a ride this summer.
19. Looking for a new outdoor water adventure? Consider renting one of these to paddle across a river or lake in the Rocky Mountains with two or three friends. 20. It’s time to dust off your cowboy boots and dare your friends to eat some downright bizarre midway food at this event that touts itself as “The Greatest Outdoor Show on 21.Earth!”Believe it or not, McMahon stadium isn’t just a parking lot for students who don’t want to pay for the Arts Parkade Pass, it’s also home to this CFL team that you can catch home games for this summer.
DOWN 1. On June 21, which is National Indigenous Peoples Day, there is a Walk for ________ put on by the Trellis Society and the Aboriginal Friendship Centre of Calgary.
Note: Some of the answers are phrases containing multiple words. If that is the case, ignore the spaces between the words.
3. K-pop giant and international sensation BTS are set to release their first-ever anthology collection compiled of their greatest hits under what name in early June?
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9. Star Wars fans rejoice! The new Obi-Wan Kenobi series features the return of the OG series villain Darth 10. Jordan Peele’s latest film is set to drop in late July and focusing on abnormal events on a California horse ranch, already has us intrigued and mildly terrified from the trailer 11.alone.If you’re a hobby astronomer, you are doing your best to manifest clear night skies for late June, where five ______ are set to align in the correct order for an event of cosmic proportions.
The rush of the semester is over and you’ve finally finished crying about the results of your final exam — hopefully happy tears but they could be out of despair too. So before you start missing the drama of D2L discussion threads and hit that level of rock bottom and feel the need to seek professional help, know that the Gauntlethas come to pull you from the grips of insanity. From movies and TV shows to local businesses and activities around town, please feel free to use this crossword as a summer vacation guide for how to beat the postschool blues.
35. It’s patio season here all summer and you can enjoy drinks with your friends all day at this aesthetic downtown street.
ACROSS 6. With her latest single “About Damn Time” recently going viral, we cannot wait to see what this artist has in store for us on her soon-tobe-released album Special 7. The latest installment of Marvel’s Phase Four, Thor: Love and Thunder directed by Taika ________ is set to hit the big screen this July.
2. Enthusiastic Gauntlet readers, this one is for you! Which new establishment on 12th Ave did the Gauntlet team review for its opening this May?
8. Consider pouring yourself a cold drink and watching Canada’s one and only baseball team. If you fall asleep after two innings, you’re just like the rest of us. 15. This bird was recently named Calgary’s official bird which sports an olive-tinged back and an unmistakable black cap. Maybe you’ll see one on a walk around town?
31. Did you know that there is yoga every Sunday afternoon at 1 p.m. in this South West public park? Pay what you can and get your downward dog on! 32. Season 4 of Netflix’s global phenomenon Stranger Things just dropped and we couldn’t be happier to return to the creepy, 80s nostalgia of the town of ________.
38. Don’t forget the sunscreen if you raft down this river that cuts through the heart of downtown Calgary with your pals on a hot summer’s day. Send a photo of a completed crossword to volunteer@thegauntlet.ca Be among the first three submitters to be congratulated in our next issue and win a Gauntlettoque!
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