February 2017 by Lazy Faire

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TANTAWAN AUBIN Pairing up Entrepreneurship and Sustainability

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Oil and Gas Pipelines: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly Environmentally Friendly Fashion What is the Carbon Tax?

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Editor’s Note

Busy Beginnings The start of a new semester

last month in pictures

7 SOCIAL STUDIES

8 fashion

9 fyi

Environmentally Friendly Brands Look stylish while helping the environment

THOUGHT VS. THOUGHT

Black History Month Education through films

Single’s Appreciations Day Celebrating the Single’s Valentine’s!

vp editorial

carey poon isabela maciel

writers

saba al hammouri ganit singh lindsay rainbow kara hauca pariyanka chandan elizabeth jun victoria chiu breanna moffat

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fatima mohamed

Sustain SU The different sustainability programs on campus

Aliya Rota Her lessons on leadership

To Plug or Not To Plug? Is the electric car better than the gas car?

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Dean Joseph Doucet The expert’s take on oil & gas and climate

clubs corner

lazy chat

editor-in-chief

14 external relations

Carbon Tax: Quick Facts The 101 on Carbon Tax

contributors

Tantawan Aubin Co founder of Wavyish — sustainable fashion

student spotlight

Pipelines: The Good, The Bad and The Ugly Why are pipelines dividing us so?

Purity Test: Business Students’ Edition How Business are You?

Valentine’s Day Around the World Valentine’s Day Traditions from Around the Globe LF Reviews: The Ice Castles Edmonton’s Frozen Castle

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editor’s note

February is a bittersweet time in the life of a student. The crazy midterm season is upon us while we count down the days to reading week. While we plan to go on a relaxing trip or catch up with school or even apply to jobs, the climate of the world and the economy does not escape us. Lazy Faire is here to help you understand more about the industry we keep hearing about – Oil & Gas. Living in Alberta, the oil and gas industry is a major influencer in our economy. But what does this industry signify in the current world climate. This month’s issue navigates through the different aspects of this industry. The economic benefits vs the sustainability of the industry to what the carbon tax means — we

break it down for you. The articles in the following pages hope to capture the nuances of both sides of the oil and gas debates. When we enter the business world, we will be the leaders that are faced with these difficult situations. As leaders of tomorrow, the creative solutions to these problems will be ours. So this reading week, I hope you take the time to look further into these issues and take the decision to be a more active citizen of the world.

RAHIQUE UM MAKTOOM HANDOO Editor-in-Chief

from the lazy faire team The Lazy Faire team members talk about their plans for the upcoming reading week.

“Maybe Calgary to visit friends and eat food. Otherwise, catch-up on my shows and maybe reset my sleeping schedule so I am not passing out at 3AM everyday!” Betty Vo, Designer

“My reading week will consist of catching up on sleep and tv shows. I also hope to read at least one book.” Suhur Omar-Farah, Marketing Coordinator

“I am staying in Edmonton for reading week or as I would like to call it “EATING week”. I will be eating to my heart’s content, taking lots of photos and going to Paintnite because I’m a basic.” Renee Yu, Photographer

“I hope to do lots of reading on reading week! I will also be sleeping as much as possible and studying as little as possible.” Kara Hauca, Writer

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social Studies

PIPELINES: THE GOOD, THE BAD, AND THE UGLY From the Dakota Access pipeline, to the Kinder Morgan pipeline expansion, it is clear that the topic of pipelines is filled with debate, controversy, and strong opposing views. The conversation that surrounds pipelines is complex, as it is fuelled politically, economically, socially, and environmentally. Due to the complexity of the issues, it has become increasingly difficult for stakeholders to find compromises in the area of expansion, sparking numerous protests nationwide. Although I hold my own opinions about the pipeline, I believe that is important to understand the positions of all stakeholders before concluding who is wrong, and who is right. The first position to examine is that of the pro-pipeline stakeholders — which include the Trudeau government, oil and gas companies, and business leaders. Why is it that these stakeholders find value in expanding the pipelines? To be brief, money. These stakeholders are driven economically, and they see the pipelines as a means to increase capacity and efficiency. It’s not hard to understand why oil and gas companies are opting for the expansion; increased capacity means increased revenue, and an increased bottom line. But beyond that, it is argued that expanding the

pipelines will lead to job growth, and will provide $4.5 billion in federal and provincial revenue. With the economy where it is, and Alberta being as oil dependent as it is, for large stakeholders, the expansion makes sense. The numbers are there, and tempting — more pipelines means more money. But the question to pose is, “At what cost?”. Clearly the expansion of pipelines comes at steep cost, otherwise it would not be as heavily debated as it is. Although the economic benefits seem strong, does the expansion make sense when environmental and social factors are taken into consideration? Those protesting pipeline expansion range from First Nations, to environmentalists, each with valid concerns towards the expansion. Environmentalists argue that the expansion of the pipeline poses a threat on the coastline, the climates, and the creatures that inhabit the ocean. According to environmentalists, with the expansion comes the increased risk of oil spills, which would have a detrimental effect on not only the environment, but also the economy. It is estimated that if an oil spill did occur, it would cost $1.2 billion to clean it up. On the other hand, the concerns of the First Nations lie with a lack of consultation and

infringement of their fundamental rights. Since the pipeline will travel through their territory, they fear they will not be able to protect their land from pollution. The fears of First Nations and environmentalists are valid, and they cannot be resolved easily through financial means. Looking at the complexity of concerns on both sides, it is easy to see why the expansion has been such a heated debate. For now, projects like the Dakota Access Pipeline and the Kinder Morgan expansion will continue to fuel conflict. We can only hope that what comes out of these projects, protests, and debates will be what is ultimately best for our economy, environment, and overall, our country. REFERENCES: http://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/ british-columbia/kinder-morganapproval-bc-1.3873267 h t t p : / / w w w. n a t i o n a l o b s e r v e r. com/2016/11/30/news/trudeauspipeline-approvals-spark-protestsacross-canada written by SABA AL HAMMOURI designed by BETTY VO 7

fashion

Fashion Trends Environmentally Friendly Brands Reducing the amount of items you buy is the number one way to help the environment, be sustainable, and prevent any waste. The second best way is to buy clothing secondhand. But if you do need- or want to buy new clothing, buying from sustainable or charitable brands like the ones listed below is a small way to help planet earth and the people that live on it.

5 Mainstream Brands H&M - H&M wants to be a pioneer in the fast fashion field by making their clothing more sustainable starting by being the world’s biggest buyer of organic cotton. Additionally, the company has a garment collecting program so they can reuse and recycle clothing. They are also committed to supporting research on how old textiles can be turned into new fibres. The best part is that their clothing is still very affordable and easy to get a hold of with stores is most major shopping malls.

of footwear. Every purchase of Toms glasses helps restore sight to people in need, supporting sustainable community based eye care programs and creating professional jobs. Toms can be found in a variety of stores as well as on their website. Lush - Lush challenges themselves to be ethical, sustainable, and environmentally friendly in a number of different ways. They try to reduce packaging as much as possible, use recyclable products when packaging is necessary, and use ingredients produced in sustainable ways. They actively fight animal testing by not buying any ingredients from companies that do animal testing and fund anti-testing innovations. They also support workers’ rights and try to minimize the distance ingredients travel. Lush stores can be found in most major shopping malls.

TenTree - TenTree plants 10 trees for every item of apparel sold. The apparel is produced responsibly and the tree planting projects are located in areas that need sustainable communities. The trees provide shelter, increase quality of life, increase bio-diversity, and remove greenhouse gases from the air. To date they’ve planted over 10 million trees! TenTree apparel can be found in stores like Boathouse or on their website. And One Local Company! MATT & NAT - MATT & NAT- which stands for Mat(t)erial & Nature, uses no animal products in their merchandise, which protects the environment by preventing the harmful effects of factory farming. The linings in all their bags are made out of recycled plastic bottles and they use other sustainable materials like cork and rubber in their bags. Matt & Natt can be found at Chapters. Toms - Toms became famous years ago for their one-for-one model, where for every pair of shoes sold, a pair would be given to a child in need. Toms has branched out in recent years to more than their signature canvas shoes to sell eyeglasses and other styles 8

Poppy Barley - This growing Edmonton brand sells fashionable footwear ethically made in Mexico. Poppy Barley is transparent about the manufacturing process, ensuring positive working conditions, living wages, and vacation days for employees. In addition to being ethically made, Poppy Barley makes custom footwear for consumers, ensuring the perfect fit. Visit their website (poppybarley.com) for more information.

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$ s t c a f k carbon tax quic On January 1, 2017, a Carbon Tax was levied on the province of Alberta. There has been a lot of buzz in the media about the Carbon Tax, and a lot of opinions flying around but most people don’t know much about it or how they’ll be impacted. Here are some unbiased, quick Carbon Tax facts for you! 1. The Carbon Tax is a cost effective method to reduce greenhouse gas emissions that cause climate change. 2. The levy provides financial incentives for families, businesses, and communities to lower their carbon emissions. 3. The Carbon Levy is charged at a rate of $20/tonne and will increase to $30/tonne in 2018.

4. The levy does not apply to electricity. 5. All revenue from the Carbon Tax will be reinvested back into Alberta, focusing on growing and diversifying our economy. 6. Diesel, gasoline, natural gas, and propane are all under the tax while marked farm fuels are exempt. 7. You can reduce your emissions by turning your heating down when you are not home, installing a smart thermostat, or choosing to take public transportation. 8. You don’t need to apply for a rebate. You’ll automatically receive a rebate if you’re an Alberta resident, file a tax return and meet the income criteria.

9. The rebate is solely tied to income and not energy use, so eligible recipients have a financial incentive to reduce household emissions. 10. Full rebates will be provided to single Albertans who earn $47,500 or less. 11. Full rebates will be provided to couples, single parents, and families who earn $95,000 or less. 12. A full rebate is up to: $200 for an adult, $100 for a spouse and $30 for each child under 18 (up to four children). 13. British Columbia is the only other province in Canada with a Carbon Tax, which was introduced in 2008, whereas Quebec joined a cap and trade carbon market in 2014.

THOUGHT VS. THOUGHT

To Plug or N

The debate on Elec

PRO Gas:

by VICTORIA CHIU

With pipelines in the news and heated discussions about everything from carbon taxes to the necessity of oil and gas on the rise, there has been an increasing amount of scrutiny directed at the usage of gas-powered vehicles. What’s to like about them, anyway? They produce a metric tonne of greenhouse gas emissions, their fuel comes from putrid oil sands that pollute the water and land around them, and they draw upon a fuel source that has a finite supply. In a world that seems to be largely collectively striving toward a greener future, gas vehicles appear to be completely counterintuitive. Despite their shortcomings, however, there are some upsides to the gas-based car. First, there’s the money factor. From a capitalist standpoint, gas cars are cheaper for consumers by thousands of dollars. While electric cars are meant to be less expensive in the long run, not everyone can afford to drop a large lump sum on an investment of that magnitude when a cheaper option exists and is so readily available. The battery of an electric car alone is a substantial investment for the average consumer. While government rebates on electric vehicles exist, even with those discounts factored in gas cars are the more inexpensive choice. For some consumers, electric cars, even with all their long-term benefits, simply aren’t financially viable options. Furthermore, if distance is your game, then you might want to consider a gas car. They outstrip their electric counterparts by a long shot—a lot of electric cars just can’t hold a candle to the distance a conventional gas car can travel in a given day— and they’re quicker to refuel, too. That sort of convenience can be a big plus for anyone who isn’t looking to go out of their way to find an electric plugin station to recharge their vehicle for the next eight hours—it’s a lot easier to fill up at your local Esso than it is to search around for a Tesla-friendly charging port when you’re running low on juice. It’s also far easier to locate an auto body shop that can maintenance a gas car than an electric one—or at least that’s the way our world works right now. Electric car technology has been making considerable advances in the last few years, but global infrastructure hasn’t quite caught up with these developments. The way things currently stand, gas-powered cars are the more widely available, financially feasible, and conveniently serviceable mode of transportation when pitted against their electric cousins. That said, in the future—when electric car charging stations on every corner become the norm and the costs of producing electric vehicles goes down—gas vehicles may indeed become relics of a bygone era. For now, though, gas cars are a fixture of our roads. http://www.afdc.energy.gov/vehicles/electric_emissions.php http://www.mto.gov.on.ca/english/vehicles/electric/charging-electric-vehicle.shtml#Resources 3 https://www.toyota.ca/toyota/en/vehicles/camry/overview 1 2

Not To Plug?

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PRO Electric:

by CAREY POON

Love it or hate it, the reality is that the oil and gas industry is the crown jewel in Alberta’s economic scepter. As the world strives toward a greener future, Alberta’s main industry – and the pollution, greenhouse gas emissions, and unsustainable energy it produces – has certainly come under fire from environmentalists and Hollywood celebrities alike. And to be frank, there is truth in what these environmental advocates say – the oil sands have left negative impacts on the environment, despite our best efforts and the billions poured into researching cleaner ways to produce oil. But while there are few Albertans who can deny the industry that puts food on our tables, what can Albertans themselves do to minimize the damage to the environment? One such way is through an activity we do almost daily – driving. The invention of electric vehicles has been ground-breaking. According to research done by the U.S. Department of Energy, the national average for emissions produced per vehicle (measured in pounds of CO2 equivalent per year) for gas-based vehicles was 11,435, for hybrid vehicles was 6,258, and for all-electric vehicles was 4,816. That is a 57.9% reduction in greenhouse gases per vehicle if a consumer chooses to use an all-electric vehicle instead of a gas vehicle, or a 45.3% reduction if choosing a hybrid vehicle. Considering that personal vehicles are by and far the primary form of tranportation in Alberta, to cut down on the greenhouse gas emissions from our gasbased vehicles alone would be a significant reduction in our carbon footprint. A typical concern that many consumers have with electric vehicles is the price. Yes, electric vehicles do cost most upfront than your typical gas vehicle. However, especially in light of the recent carbon tax introduction, the amount of money saved on fueling your electric vehicle will allow you to recover the initial cost of the car in the long run. According to the Ontario Ministry of Transportation, the cost to charge an electric car for a year is about $300, while the cost to fuel a gasoline vehicle is about eight times more, at up to $2,500 per year! Another good option for consumers worried about the cost, as well as driving range of electric vehicles, is the hybrid vehicle. As seen above, even a hybrid vehicle can reduce carbon emissions significantly, and the price difference from a gasoline vehicle is not steep. For example, the 2017 Toyota Camry LE starts from $25,170, while the hybrid version of the same vehicle starts from $29,770. Hybrid vehicles can take both gasoline and electricity, so while it reduces the reliance on and amount of gasoline consumed, it can also go more distance between refuels/recharges than a pure electric vehicle, and can be fueled at traditional gas stations when needed. At the end of the day, we all know that Alberta’s oil and gas industry is not going anywhere. As long as we continue to rely heavily on it to keep our economy going, we will never be able to eliminate pollution or greenhouse gas emissions completely. However, I believe that as Albertans, we should try and reduce our carbon footprint in ways that are feasible; the benefits of electric or hybrid vehicles are worth considering, and perhaps we can do our own part to drive our way to a greener future. 11

student spotlight

Balancing her time between classes, the BSA, the Bilingual Business Club, and her new business, third year OM (and bilingual Bcom) student Tantawan says she’s still learning, but she’s getting better everyday. No one ever said startups were easy, but Tantawan makes it sound like a breeze. With the creation of her co-founded online clothing store Wavyish, Tantawan, along with partners Kayla Pavelich and Gary Lewis, is paving the way for a new generation of passionate and risk taking student entrepreneurs. Wavyish, just over four months old, is an online vintage clothing store specializing in designer, athletic and streetwear that is growing quickly. The group’s vintage store of thrifted specialty items is a breath of fresh air in a world consumed by the fast fashion industry especially with the recent attention on Canada’s carbon footprint. Fast fashion wreaks havoc on our environment from the production of greenhouse gases as a result of the frequent and rapid manufacturing and shipping of goods that are worn only a handful of times before being thrown out. Wavyish is creating an alternative to the fast fashion industry, and is creating a new culture surrounding fashion here in Edmonton.

want to do, and we really want to bring the culture to Edmonton because it isn’t big here yet, but we’re trying to make it bigger and encourage people to wear what they want and not be scared of what other people think. LF: What is your vision for Wavyish, in the future? TA: Our ultimate goal would be to have our own retail store. Eventually we want to be a place where people can trade in their own items, and get credit from our store. We want to be a place where people come from all over just to hang out and see some of the unique pieces that we have. LF: Do you plan to have a career in the fashion industry? TA: Definitely. I’m very interested in the corporate retail industry, potentially working as a buyer or inventory manager. That’s what I wanted to do when I was coming into university. LF: What has been your experience on the BSA as the Student Wellness Director?

TA: Getting involved has taught me a lot about LF: How did you come up with the idea for myself. I was never the type of person to get Wavyish? involved in anything in high school, but being on the BSA has really pushed me out of my TA: We had all been interested in thrifting for a comfort zone and to interact with people that I while, and we just thought, there’s a market in don’t know. I’ve learned how to manage my time Edmonton for this but no one has really entered between classes, the BSA, and Wavyish, and it. So we thought we’d make a business out of it. that’s a great skill to have. LF: What is your mission with Wavyish?

LF: What is your advice for students who want TA: There is a thrifting culture in Edmonton that to start their own businesses? is pretty good, but the type of clothing that we sell is different. We specialize in designer brands, TA: Learn how to budget your time and be which isn’t that popular in Edmonton [yet], but prepared to work crazy hours! it’s really popular in the U.S. and Europe so we’re trying to bring it to Edmonton. A store in Vancouver with a similar concept inspired Wavyish is having a pop up shop on February us, and we liked it because it was just like thrift 18th and 19th from 12-5pm at 10575 114 Street. shopping, except we didn’t have to look through Check it out! all the random stuff to find the good things, because everything was good. That’s what we

Tantawan Aubin

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EXTERNAL RELATIONS

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An expert in resource and energy economics, and the lead figure of the Alberta School of Business, Dean Joseph Doucet is one-of-a-kind. This month, we were fortunate enough to catch him in his corner office to discuss his experience in the energy industry, and hear his take on trade, the economy, and what it’s like managing the School of Business. Q: Could you give us an overview of your experience in the oil and gas industry, as well as the energy sector? A: I started off researching and working in the electricity sector. When I moved to Alberta from Quebec, I had worked mostly on electricity issues such as pricing, policy, and investment. When I moved, I began to learn more about other energy sectors, and continued to focus on policy and regulatory issues. I worked on pipeline regulations, and I became more conversant in fossil fuel industries in the way of extraction, transformation, transportation, consumption, associated industries, and the link between the energy sector and environmental issues. I examined firm practice, and from the point of view of regulators, and societal goals in terms of environmental protection, and the difficult task of trying to balance the environment with economic development. Q: As an expert in the field of energy, do you ever worry about climate change? A: Do I ever worry? Absolutely. I think that we have a responsibility to think about the evolution of society, including our environmental conditions moving forward. I think about what the impact or consequences of different decisions being made today might be 50-100 years from now. I believe climate change is real; I believe it’s impacting us globally today. That said, while I am concerned, I am also somewhat of a technological optimist. I don’t believe that we can do just anything and solve it with technology, but I believe that over the history of humankind, we’ve made incredible

strides in the areas of technology; I’m relatively confident that we can, in the course of time, deal with these issues. Q: Do you think there’s a tradeoff between growth and environmental protection? A: I think that there are always trade-offs. Nothing is free; there is no free lunch. One of the problems with many statements from politicians of every stripe and color is that they tend to not want to present the tradeoffs. Sometimes interests groups are worse; they simply say that ‘X’ is bad, or we should not do ‘X’ – and ‘X’ may be bad, but you have to understand that if you don’t do ‘X’, then what is the ‘Y’ you’re going to do? It’s complicated; one of the challenges is that we have global energy markets for some fuels, and climate change is a global issue. It does not matter if the emissions are in Kazakhstan, Bolivia, or Lethbridge – they have the same impact. Similarly, for oil, a consumer of oil in Paris or Toronto does not know if the oil he or she is consuming comes from Canada, the U.S, or whatever the case may be. Q: How do you see the Alberta economy changing over the next ten years? A: If you look at the forecast from independent agencies or organizations, the Alberta economy is expected to pick up a little bit this year; it’s still not going to be gangbusters – possibly 2% growth, and unemployment may fall a little bit. The big unknown is the U.S political situation – what happens after President-elect Donald Trump is sworn in. One of the biggest areas of potential negative impact for

Canada is on trade issues. Alberta and Canada as a whole could be severely negatively impacted by trade tussles with the US. At this point, I would think that the economy is going to be a little bit stronger, there will be a bit more growth than last year – but this year 2%, not the 3.5% that Alberta had just a few years ago. Q: Of course, I have to take this last opportunity to ask you, what advice would you give to students graduating today? A: When I hire people, I look for two qualities. I want to hire people who are smart, and work hard. For a student graduating, I think if you are in your program and you’ve done well, it doesn’t mean you’ve gotten an A+ in every class, but you have proven that you are smart, and that you can work hard. You have to communicate to potential employers that you can bring something to their business. You have to make sure that you do not forget that an employer does not owe you anything. You are going to be imaginative, innovative, and look for opportunities in areas that you might have thought that you did not want to work in. You have to recognize that you might not get your dream job right out of the gate. You might be a marketing major, and an opportunity comes out in an operations management or HR role. If that is the best opportunity, you take it, embrace it, try to do the best you can, learn as much as you can, and who knows where you’ll go, because you don’t know where your path is going to be. written by GANIT SINGH photographed by CANDACE CHU designed by MARIE ESPENIDO 15

CLUBS CORNER

SUSTAIN SU

Sustain SU is an on-campus service that originated in 2003. The organization provides peerto-peer learning and support for all undergraduate students to incorporate sustainability into their university experience. Sustain SU offers a variety of different programs on campus, and allows students to be involved in a number of ways.

Sustain SU has a number of great initiatives across campus to promote sustainability in everyday life. Some of the programs offered by Sustain SU include:

The Bike Library and Workshop Located in the South Academic Building (SAB), the Bike Library and Workshop is a fully-equipped space on campus that allows for bike repairs and maintenance. The bike library also provides students with opportunity to rent bikes, learn more about bike safety, and volunteer.

The Farmer’s Market If you have ever walked through SUB, chances are that you have come across the Farmer’s Market before. The University of Alberta Farmer’s Market 16

operates every Thursday from 10AM 2PM in the Student’s Union Building (SUB). The UAFM provides campus community with local, sustainable, and ethical goods and services. (Side note: This is also where you can get the infamous, Instagram-worthy Moonshine Donuts!)

Reusable Dish Program If you are hosting a large event on campus, the Reusable Dish Program is something to keep an eye out for! Free to those associated with any University of Alberta function, the program allows users to book reusable plates for an event, which will be washed by Sustain SU once returned.

Campus Gardens Want to work on that green thumb? The Campus Community Garden is an entirely volunteer run garden plot located in East Campus Village. They provide locally and sustainably grown produce for the Campus Food Bank and for volunteers, while teaching and promoting sustainable agricultural practices. Anyone can drop in during garden hours, Tuesdays and Thursdays from 5-8PM, and Sundays from 2-5PM.

Electronics Recycling

You have probably seen the big recycling bins for sorting plastics, paper, organic waste, etc., but did you know that you can also recycle your electronics on campus? Located at every Infolink booth, Sustain SU boxes are available to collect your old batteries, printer cartridges, and cell phones, and are picked up bi-weekly. The Infolink recycling program aims to raise awareness of what materials can be recycled, and prevent toxic chemicals from used electronics from leaking into the environment if disposed of improperly.

Beyond the programs mentioned above, Sustain SU also works to improve current sustain practices. They hold workshops aimed at educating the campus community on sustainable practices, have their own research team to support current, and develop future, initiatives, and even have an outreach team focusing on advocacy. With such a wide-ranging list of programs and initiatives, Sustain SU has something for everyone to get involved in. To get more information about the programs run by Sustain SU, please visit their website: https://www.su.ualberta.ca/services/sustainsu/ If you are interested in volunteering for Sustain SU, keep a look out for their Campus Sustainability Volunteer applications, which come out in August. Contact: Email: sustain@su.ualberta.ca Website: https://www.su.ualberta.ca/services/sustainsu/ Facebook: Sustain SU: The Student Sustainability Service

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Black History Month

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The month of February is celebrated in Canada and the United States as Black History Month. And while it is important to always take the time to educate ourselves on the history of black people, it is especially important to recognize the struggles that black people have been through and continue to go through to this day. Thanks to public scrutiny and activism, issues pertaining to black people have been in the spotlight and have garnered much needed support but there’s always room for improvement.

Here’s a list of 6 films that highlight the struggles and accomplishments of African American people:

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12 years a slave

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Valentine’s day

Single’s appreciation day!

Every year February 14th rolls around, and every year, those of us embracing life on our own are left to watch idly by as couples parade their happiness on social media and IRL. It’s easy to get into a slump and start to feel sorry for ourselves, when in reality, we should embrace our singlehood, and celebrate February 14th as Single Awareness Day instead! Think about it, there’s so much less stress when you don’t have a partner; you don’t have to spend money on buying them gifts, you don’t have to compromise watching movies you don’t really like, and you don’t have to share your food. So, instead of feeling sorry for yourself, try some of these activities to really treat yourself – because at the end of the day, your relationship with yourself is the most important one of all.

Buy yourself a Valentine’s day gift: Why should gifts be limited to being bought for other people? Take the money you would have spent on your honey, and buy yourself something nice! Flowers, chocolates, jewelry – the world is your oyster. Pro-tip: Valentine’s Day chocolates always go on sale on February 15th, so it’s the perfect time to stock up. Make yourself a nice meal: With all those Tasty videos popping up all over our Facebook newsfeeds, there is no lack of inspiration for cooking elaborately simple meals. From fancy international meals, to classics simplified to four ingredients, pick a recipe or two, and make yourself the memorable meal you deserve. Better yet, invite your friends over for a Tasty potluck party where everyone brings in something they’ve always wanted to try! Oh, and don’t forget dessert….

Watch a movie: Now, although my personal preference is always a romantic comedy (“Valentine’s Day” is my go-to movie on February 14th, for obvious reasons), don’t limit yourself. Since romance isn’t on the agenda anyways, pick any movie you want: a classic, a thriller, a feel-good family flick, or even a horror film can be a good choice. Make yourself a big bowl of popcorn, and chill in front of the TV while relishing the fact that you don’t have to share your popcorn with anyone! Work towards a personal goal: It seems like all we see on Valentine’s Day is cute couples, in cute photos, doing cute things – and it can be hard to swallow. So, it’s the perfect time to focus on yourself, and work on something that you’ve been meaning to do for a while. Clear out your closet, develop a workout routine, or

read that book you got for Christmas – doing something for yourself is just as important as working on a relationship. Let the day pass as any other day: It can be easy to get wrapped up in what everyone tells you that you should be doing, but at the end of the day, remember that Valentine’s day is just another regular day in most parts of the world. Yeah, it’s great to be able to celebrate with your partner, but it’s not as big of a deal as chocolate and flower companies hype it up to be. Personally, I will be writing a night class midterm on Valentine’s Day, so I won’t even have time to think about everyone else is doing.

If you happen to be single this Valentine’s Day, try not to worry too much about what everyone else is doing, and focus on yourself ! Your time for cute couple pictures will come, and when it does, you’ll be happy and ready from the time you’ve invested into yourself.

written by ISABELA MACIEL designed by KRISMINA LA

LF Reviews:

The Ice Castles If you’ve never been to the Ice Castles at Hawrelak Park, I highly suggest you go at least once. Whether you’re looking to wind down after a hectic day or searching for a fun all-ages winter activity, the Ice Castles are well worth a visit. Beautifully sculpted out of—what else?—more than a million litres of frozen H2O, the two-acre handcrafted fortress has been created to imitate ice statues found in nature, like glaciers and ice caves. The attention to detail is astounding, and it’s clear that every part of the castle, from the many alcoves to the lovely arches and imposing icicle towers, was designed with great care. Enormous icicles hang off the structure, which glows pale blue in the daylight and, by way of twinkling multicoloured LED lights embedded within its walls, sparkles the whole spectrum of the rainbow at night. Listen carefully amidst the chatter and laughter of other guests and you’ll hear an instrumental version of Frozen’s “Let It Go” playing as you take your tour. While you’re there, keep a lookout for features like the ice fountain, majestic throne room, and ice maze. Watch, too, for mini costumed Elsas enthusiastic visiting children. If you’re feeling adventurous, take a ride down the ice slide—crazy carpets are included! And if you’re looking for a bird’s-eye view, here’s also an area where, after a little trek, you can have a complete, unobstructed panoramic of the entire castle. Get your phones ready. Now for the nuts and bolts: the Castles are pretty easy to get to, with decent parking availability and good accessibility via bus. If you start getting the munchies during your icy exploration, the Castle staff have you covered: hot chocolate and mini donuts are sold on the premises for any hungry visitors. Finally, with a crunchy walking surface made of crushed ice, it’s wise to wear some warm boots while striding, squeezing, and crawling through the castle’s ample nooks, crannies, and tunnels. If the castles sound like a good source of outdoor winter fun to you, head down to Hawrelak Park, 9330 Groat Road to gaze in wonder at this winter-only spectacle while it lasts. While the Castles are officially staying in operation until March 15, that’s only if the weather allows it—and with Edmonton’s everfluctuating forecast, it’s impossible to tell how long the temperatures will be low enough to keep the castles up and frosty. Tickets are available at the door and online at http://icecastles.com/edmonton/.

written by VICTORIA CHIU designed by MARINA BRYAN

PURITY TEST Business Students’ Edition

written by LINDSAY RAINBOW designed by FATIMA MOHAMED

Tally up the number of times you answer YES to the questions below to get your score.

Have you ever worn a suit to school?

Are you majoring in accounting?

Have you ever found yourself nodding intensely while pretending to be excited and interested at yet another boring networking event?

Do you watch any of the following shows regularly: Dragon’s Den, Shark Tank, Suits, Scandal, House of Cards, The Apprentice…

Do you have an extra suit somewhere on campus?

Is your goal to go into investment banking?

Have you ever been told that you’re cocky or arrogant? Do you believe that your faculty is the best on campus?

Did you participate (compete or volunteer) in this year’s JDC West hosted by the Alberta School of Business?

Have you ever referred to some expense in your life as a sunk cost?

Do you have at least 3 weekly meetings for clubs and group projects?

Do you share an office with at least 10 other people?

Is LinkedIn your go-to app when you wake up in the morning?

If you scored 5 or less You’re not in business, are you? Where did you get this magazine?!

Were you ever a cohort rep?

R E S U LT S

If you scored 5-10 points You’re business, but you’re fresh off your preprofessional year in another faculty. Give it time, give it time.

Have you competed in at least 5 case competitions?

Do you find yourself making choices based on the opportunity cost of your time?

Are your most commonly used presentation buzzwords “social media”, “ROI” and “high involvement strategy”?

Are you in at least 2 clubs within business?

Is consulting your dream job?

Do you find yourself partying at least 3 times a month with your fellow business students?

If you scored 10-15 points This is the sweet spot, Goldilocks. You’re business, but you’re not too business.

If you scored 15-20 points You are as business as it gets. Stop trying so hard next time someone looks annoyed at you, don’t say I didn’t warn you. 21

Valentine's Day Around the World

written by VICTORIA CHIU designed by NICHOLE CHEN

North Americans know Valentine’s Day as an occasion that is typically focused on the ladies: February 14th has a long tradition of husbands and boyfriends showering their female significant others with chocolate, and roses, and other commercial symbols of love. But what does this holiday look like in other countries? Take a gander at these international interpretations of this romantic day below: TAIWAN The Taiwanese celebrate Valentine’s Day-type activities twice a year: February 14th and July 7th. Men traditionally give bouquets flowers to their partners on these days, and the number and colour of the flowers given denotes special meaning to the receiver. Depending on the makeup of the bouquet, flowers can be used to express everything from deep love to marriage proposals.

Argentinians go big when it comes to celebrations of love. They recognize February 14th, but in July, seven additional days are set aside for Sweetness Week, from the 13th to the 20th of the month, during which friends and romantic partners exchange shows of affection and candy. The week usually ends with Friendship Day.

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France, home to the city of love, naturally participates enthusiastically in Valentine’s Day activities. The country’s older V-Day customs weren’t quite so innocuous, however: long ago, Frenchmen would pick their Valentines from the young women lined up outside their houses on this day in a ritual known as the “loterie d’amour,” or love lottery. If the man found that he didn’t like his Valentine after all, he was allowed, according to this tradition, to ditch her on the spot for another woman he deemed more suitable. Women who were scorned by this practice would then often build great bonfires, where they would burn effigies of the men who had wronged them while shouting profanities and insults. Eventually, this practice got to be so bad that it was officially banned by the government.

In Japan, it’s actually the girls who treat the guys in their lives with chocolate on Valentine’s Day. Sweets are given to friends, coworkers, and employers alike, but certain types of chocolates are designated for different levels of affection — for example, only those chocolates known as honmei choco are given to romantic interests. The men return the favour on March 14th, also known as White Day, when they give chocolates to treasured women.

BRAZIL Brazil’s V-Day equivalent is on June 12th, and is known as Lovers’ Day, or Dia dos Namorados. They exchange cards, candy, flowers, and all the other usual tokens on this day, but there are also musical performances throughout cities as well. For marriage hopefuls, Brazilians also have Saint Anthony’s Day, on which single individuals can perform various rituals to increase their chances of walking down the aisle in the near future.

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south korea Like the Japanese, Koreans recognize Valentine’s Day and White Day. Interestingly, though, Koreans also celebrate Black Day on April 14th, which is when single individuals who did not receive candy on either of the aforementioned romantic holidays get together—sometimes dressed in all-black—and eat noodles covered in black bean sauce. Sounds like a pretty delicious way to celebrate being single!

written by ELIZABETH JUN photographed by RENEE YU designed by ELYSSE PERALTA

LAZY CHAT

lazy chat with

ALIYA ROTA Aliya Rota is currently a fourth year BCom accounting major, a member of the fourth Leadership Certificate (LC) cohort, and Co-Chair of the student-led national conference- The Network of Empowered Women (NEW). Can you tell me a little about the LC and NEW Program? The LC program is an unparalleled experience for developing your leadership potential and fostering amazing relationships amongst fellow cohort and industry leaders. The program prides itself on the interactive, experiential and handson learning experience underpinned by discussion-based classes that challenge us to think critically and develop awareness regarding integration of leadership, now and into the future. The NEW conference provides a platform that encourages thoughtful conversation, cultivates meaningful connections, inspires and empowers young students personally and professionally. I attended NEW as a delegate in my first year of business and left the conference with newfound self-confidence and a drive to pursue as many opportunities, no matter how far outside my comfort zone they exist. I was motivated to help provide this experience to others, and have been fortunate enough to play a part in doing so both last year as an External Director for NEW and now this year as Co-Chair.

How has your participation in these programs contributed to your leadership style? Prior to being in the LC program, I would say I was a task-oriented leader- I would focus on the end results, leading with blinders on and lacking awareness regarding team dynamics, building trust, and forming relationships with your team. The LC program really enlightened me on how integral it is to focus on individuals; understanding what makes them tick, where their strengths lie, what their goals are and ensuring you provide them with the support and resources for them to reach their fullest potential. NEW has been a trial ground for me to exercise this different style of leading, and it’s amazing to see how empowered a team can become when you lead this way. What would you say are some of the best ways for students to get involved and gain access to that hands-on experience? There really are endless opportunities within the Alberta School of Business to explore your leadership potential and continue to grow in this realm. However, I’ve learned it’s vital that you pursue something that you are genuinely passionate about. You will push yourself and gain so much more by pursuing a leadership position in a group that aligns with your values. Additionally, don’t overlook in-class experiences, like group projects, to help you leverage your leadership and relationship-building

skills. Moreover, learning from a mentormentee connection has given me valuable insight into others’ effective leadership and relationship building strategies. How did the BMO Millennial Leader’s Advisory Council you attended affect any ideas you had about diversity in the workplace? The conference really emphasized that diversity comes in many different shapes and forms, and the organizations that truly succeed are the ones that not only embrace, but highlight the different perspectives and talents that come with a diverse workforce. I find we often talk about different forms of diversity independently, when the reality is that multiple varieties of diversity exist, and should be celebrated, collectively and cohesively within all levels organizations. You don’t need to be a senior executive to have an impact as a leader in creating change within the organization, group, or company that you’re a part of. A passion and drive to make an impact is what differentiates trailblazers that take an active role in leading their group in becoming more inclusive and diverse. All of us can lead to create positive impact within our schools, workplaces, and greater communities firstly through our own awareness, followed by encouraging conversation on diversity and inclusion issues and empowering others to be advocates for change. 23

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