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DAVIDMILLER EDITORIN CHIEF On a rainy Saturday in December, hundreds of people marched from Abbotsford Community Services to the University of the Fraser Valley, in protest of removal of the Social Justice 12 class from WJ Mouat by the Abbotsford School Board. This year, the Abbotsford School Board voted to reinstate the course. This would never of happened if it wasn't for the band of high school and university students, members of the gay and lesbian community, parents and other concerned citizens, who came together to pressure the School Board to live up to the commitments of the Corren Report. This month at the Fraser Valley Social Diversity Awards, it all came full circle when sixteen year-old high school student and social justice advocate, Chantell Greg, was recognized as a Champion of Diversity for spearheading the December rally. She did this because she was tired of hearing bigotry in the halls of her high school and for her involvement in social justice she was rewarded with harassment and verbal threats against her life. Gregg's story is one of many. Everyone who contributed to bringing Social Justice 12 back on to the curriculum each had their own history, and showed courage and compassion in taking up such a worthy cause. They are all champions of diversity. Those that think social justice has no place in our high schools ought to reflect not only on what Gregg had to
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Join us in recognizing the International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination. Mon, March 23 6 to 8 pm Abby, Centre for lndo-Canadian Studies
April 1 Celebration of Life for Jim Anderson (English faculty) When he passed away, Jim was serving on the Assessment Services Advisory committee, the Internationalization committee, and the UFV Board of Governors. Of course, these activities were in addition to doing what he loved best: working with students in the classroom. Over the years, Jim made a lasting impact on thousands of UFV students. Students, faculty, staff, and friends are welcome to share their memories at a Celebration of Life ceremony for Jim on April 1, from 3-5 pm in Abby A225. If you have photos of Jim and are willing to share them for the ceremony, please forward them to Lesley Poh, English department, at lesley.poh@ufv.ca
Writing Workshop With UFV Writer-in-resident Jaspreet Singh
The responsibilities of the editor-in-chief include overseeing all aspec;tsof the paper's production, managing the paper's editorial board, training and tutoring staff, and liaising with the Canadian University Press. The job requires heavy time commitment and is not recommended to full~time students. Those wtshing ,9.,un need ,o.send a letter of intent to the Managing ' Editor'at,cascade.business@ufv.ca and show up at the AGM.
Thank you for supporting the Canadian Cancer Society go through, but what gays and lesbians have to endure in schools across Canada. Many have seen for themselves how excruciating the experience of coming out the closet can be. During my years in high school, a girl came out of the closet in response to classroom taunts. For that, she endured all sorts of bullying, including being pushed down the stairs and having food shoved in her face. Those involved in the Social Justice rally are working to make sure that these experiences will be a thing of the past. Social Justice 12 is a good start, yet as an elective course it becomes just as immoral as the act of homophobia itself. Even if the conservative community would never intend to encourage homophobia, it has unfortunately enabled it through its silence. In dealing with the conservative community we need to be aware of their sacred values, and not demean them. At the end of the day we are still one community and our society works on a common level of mutual trust and respect. This, however, goes both ways. When there are those in our community who are being hurt, something needs to be said and done, irrespective of whether we risk offending someone's religious beliefs. People are standing up for their rights of gays and lesbians. For too long they have been told to be silent, and those that have told them so have been silent to their suffering. We can no longer afford to be silent anymore.
This free workshop with writer Jaspreet Singh is for all levels of writers and is open to UFV staff, faculty, students, and the public. Space is limited, so register at jaspreet.singh@ufv.ca The workshop is sponsored by the Centre for lndo-Canadian Studies and Research, UFV English department, and the Office of the Dean of Arts. International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination
Presenters are Michelle Sylliboy, a Mi'kmaq visual artist and poet, who will read from her work Stepping on Intellectual Sacred Grounds. Rita Dhamoon, from UFV's Department of Philosophy and Politics, who will speak about two dominant streams in anti-racism work. Paul Orlowski, UFV's Teacher Education Program, who will talk about opposing racial discourses. Light refreshments will be served. This event is sponsored by the Centre for lndo-Canadian Studies. For information contact adrienne.chan@ufv.ca
ELECTION 7 •. OF EDIIOR-:IN-CHIEF can only do so much. More will needed to be done to combat homophobia This is especially difficult in the Fraser Valley. The conservative commuAt the Casc:ade.,JOur{iatismSo.ciety'sAGM on March 26th, 2pm, in University-House, th, p41rent,Editor-in-Chief is.seeking re-appointment as Edltor~ln-Chieffor the 2009/10 year. nity uses biblical prohibitions against homosexuality to justify not according gays and lesbians equal rights. The vast majority of those that accept this perspective would never accept that homosexuals should be victimized or bullied, and it isn't fair or constructive to label conservative Christians as homophobic.
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ANGELAOSTRIKOFF STAFFWRITER T he Student Union election is now upon us. Last week, a third Student Union All Candidates meeting was held at the Abbotsford University-house. The All-Candidates meeting was organized by the Cascade Journalism Society. Discussions between candidates and students ranged from the increase in SUS fees to the implementation of the U-Pass. However, the issue of greatest importance for the SUS candidates was student involvement.
T he recession has created a great deal of financial strain for students. Limited job availability, less hours for those jobs and rapidly increasing living expenses are about to be partnered with an increase in tuition fees. The government is seeking ways to compensate for a shortfall in revenues, and a recent report suggested that students should foot the bill. The report came from a U.S. Educational Policy Institute and stated that the government will be considering increasing University costs (coupled with an increase in financial aid) to maintain the quality of education at post-secondary institutions. The report was released by the Torontobased EPI Canada. "We are about to head back towards conditions last seen in the mid-1990s, when resources were so squeezed that at some universities, science students would not see the inside of a laboratory until third year," the study says. Unfortunately a popular suggestion is that provincial governments should allow universities to raise tuitions. student who is also being hit by the recession? Manitoba seems to be the first province on the list to up tuition fees. Manitoba could kick-start hikes. The province, in a pre-emptive move, "has commissioned Benjamin Levin, the Canada Research Chair in Educational Leadership and Policy from up with recommendations on tuition, due this spring" reports CBCnews. ca. At present Manitoba has a tuition freezing policy in place which they are now considering reversing thanks to Levin's recommendations. It's thought that it might happen all over Canada. "That might lead fees to rise by as much as 25 per cent over the next couple of years, giving universities an additional $1 billion to $2 billion in revenue" the report said. "Money on that scale could go a long way to plugging the holes that will inevitably be created by the declines in endowment and public funding over the next four years, but fee hikes of this magnitude will undoubtedly be resented by the middle class, given the break Canadian families have had on tuition for most of the last decade, this is the most obvious place to start." Many students are starting to band together, expressing their outrage. "Pretty much every government in the world is saying that they can't increase taxes and yet the Educational Policy Institute is essentially suggesting that there should be an increase to what is a flat tax to students, which is chair of the Canadian Federation of Students' Ontario branch. Linda Franklin, president and CEO of Colleges Ontario, stated that fees should "remain affordable. But it is important to be aware of the operating-cost challenges that colleges face. Governments cannot ignore this problem."
CBCnews.ca reports that "governments can also ease the pain by trimming tax-credit programs and diverting those funds to providing financial aid grants to young, low-income students. Among the reports are other suggestions on how to make up for the shortfall: increase international student enrolment to boost revenues, institute hiring freezes, make cuts to library spending, allow one-time pay outs for older staff who can be replaced by younger, less expensive employees, defer building maintenance projects, reductions in graduate scholarships." It is yet to be seen which of these options will be implemented in B.C. schools to compensate for the increasing financial hardships.
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UFV's Student Union Society (SUS) has been around since 1995. Yet with student voter turnout as low as 7.5 per cent in the last election student apathy is still a recurring issue in student politics Presidential candidate, JackBrown, pointed out that students ought to be more concerned with its SUS because, "we [the students] pay the money." Candidate for the position ofVicePresident East, Justin Morgan, expounds on this point, "Out of a practical standpoint, firstly you are paying your fees for all these services, and on their own [the services] are extremely beneficial to students."
Sources used: CBCnews.ca Universities all over Canada "have been hit by declining endowments, which the report estimates have gone down in value by between 15 and 30 per cent. As income dips and unemployment rises, the report predicts there will also be more demand for financial aid, which could cost the federal government up to $400 million" reports CBCnews.ca. But where does that leave the average the University of Toronto, to come tuition fees," said Shelley Melanson, SUS Election Candidates Converse With Their Electorate AbbotsfordcampushosttothirdStudentUnionSocietyall-candidatesmeeting
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wards getting the Abbotsford-Chilliwack connecter." At the moment, SUS is trying to get the U- Pass established, which will allow students from across the Lower Mainland to get to UFV campuses by means of public transportation. One factor of this plan is to make sure that students can get to and from the Chilliwack campus with ease. According to presidential candidate, Lewis Van Dyck, only 7.5% of students voted in the last general election. However, Van Dyk notes, "[voter turnout] is increasing and the awareness is getting out. When I was first involved in Student Union the number used to be at 2.5-3%". On the topic of improving student involvement in SUS,VP Academic candidate, Natalie Walker surmised, "you get out of it how much you put into it. We are fighting student apathy." Voting is taking place now and will go on until Friday. To vote, log onto myUFV and use the election ballot found under the "Online Services" tab. To listen online to the SUS- organized Abbotsford All-Candidates Meeting, go to the CIVL radio website, www.civl.ca
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The focus on money is not surprising considering that Student Union fees have increased from $25 to $30 this semester. The candidates, gathered in at University-house all agreed that whether or not students agree with the recent increase in fees, the student body should be aware of the role of its SUS representatives. Presidential candidate, Windy Solla, explains that one important duty of the SUS is ensuring that students have a place to go if they have any concerns or questions that require attention. Duncan MacGregor, another presidential candidate, elaborates, "Without a representative body, your voice will not be heard by the administration Ifwe don't have advocates lobbying for your student rights, someone will take advantage of you." VP Social candidate Craig Hornischfeger, commented on a different aspect of the SUS's duties: "[SUS] provides an outlet for students to be involved on campus" and "there has to be a service for students that can put on events for them," said Hornischfeger. Fellow presidential candidate, Jennifer Nelson, the current VP Internal running for re-election, pointed to specific programs that the SUS either has or is seeking to implement "Without that (the SUS) there wouldn't be a health and dental program, clubs and associations would have to raise their own money individually and U-Pass: there wouldn't be a group of students working to-
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SARAHWELTERS STAFFWRITER O n Saturday March 7th, the Minister for Healthy Living and Sport, Mary Polak announced that British Columbia will be the first province in Canada to restrict the amount of trans fats in food that is prepared and served in restaurants. By September 30, 2009 the Minister hopes to have the amount of trans fats in restaurants, delis, bakeries, schools, cafeterias and health care institutions significantly reduced if not eradicated. Trans fats are low-density lipoproteins, commonly referred to as "bad cholesterol" and are created when liquid oils turn into solids. Trans fats can lead to several health problems including heart disease. Several big companies, such as White Spot and Moxies, in the food service industry have already made many moves to reduce the amount of trans fats used in food. However, Minister Polak doesn't believe that the measures taken are enough, especially since the health care costs in B.C. have already substantially increased. She says that she is committed to creating a healthier population, and one way of doing that is by getting restaurants to cut the total trans fats in the food they are serve to under 5% of total fat content. While the measures taken may be a good start, many in the restaurant industry do not believe that they are enough. The Canadian Restaurant Food Service Association vice-president of Western Canada Mark Von Schellwitz believes that "the trans fat regulation misses the mark." Schellwitz believes that because the regulation doesn't apply to everything, it
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This committee will consist of two university representatives; Jackie Hogan, the Associate VP of Finance and Craig Toews, the Director of Facilities. It will also include three members of SUS; the President, an Executive rep• , resentative and a Rep at La-rge. .' Schellwitz that it will be a noble, but futile act. Moxies, a restaurant chain that has 12 restaurants in British Columbia, has been trans fat free for three years. John Humphries, Executive Chef for Moxies, said, "We support the elimination of trans fats but it has to be done at a national level as in Denmark where the regulations are tougher and more broad (sic)." Denmark, as of March 2003, significantly reduced the amount of trans fat in food to 2 grams for every 100 grams used. However, they allowed the food service industry a little more leeway, allowing them to have 5 grams of trans fat for every 100 grams of total fat. While the total percentage of trans fats allowed in food are roughly the same, Denmark passed the trans fat ban in their legislation and made it a nation wide policy. Humphries says that people in the restaurant industry are more than willing to comply, but in order to do so, the rules need to be applied on a national level, and until that is done, Humphries doesn't see how eliminating trans fats from restaurants will help. According to Brown, the committee will interact with student groups on the space allotted for student use. Based upon the ratio of funding provided by the student union and the university, two-thirds of the building will be operated by SUS. This space will include offices for Civl Radio, the Cascade newspaper, and a student pub. The other third, owned by the university, will house student services and financial aid. "The committee will determine and develop additional services to add to the building," said Brown. These additional services will include: a multiThe ministry and B.C. provincial nutritionist Lisa Forester-Coull have been helping restaurants prepare for the September deadline, but maintain that they only have the ability and mechanisms to reduce the amount of trans fat in used in restaurants. Forester- Coull says that while big chains such as Moxies and White Spot have been working towards this goal for sometime now, the problem, especially with cost, will lie with the smaller restaurants that will be required to follow the guidelines. Minister Mary Polak admits that "there are needs for national guidelines and we are working towards that." Humphries, however, believes that they are working backwards. "It seems really inefficient to individually manage the invfotories of 12,000 food outlets in B.C., chef by chef, item by item, as opposed to just saying to Safeway,Sysco and GFS 'you can't use, manufacture or sell trans fats." The deadline for compliance with the new regulation is September 30, 2009 and any restaurants or food service establishments that require a permit to operate will be required to abide by the regulations by then. faith room, storage space, rooms for student associations & clubs, a lounge and general common areas. The funds for the operation and financing of the student side of the building have come from the thirtyfive dollar fee paid by UFV students each semester. This fee was approved by the student population in a 2008 referendum, and has committed SUS to build a student owned building. According to Brown, this memorandum has come out of five months of negotiations, adding that he's "very happy with the way things worked out."
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BRITTANYWEISNER STAFFWRITER Last week, the UFV and SUS signed a "memorandum of understanding" on the building and operation of the proposed Student Union Building (SUB). The MOU details how the SUB will be operated and financed. Jack Brown, SUS Vice-President of Finance, told the Cascade that with the agreement signed, a lease should be agreed upon by April 1st. Construction is expected to start on the Abbotsford campus in January of next year and after eighteen months will be unsuccessful and potentially very expensive.
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In an interview with The Vancouver Sun, Schellwitz said, "Thousands of operators will have to limit trans fat items, but they have no control over supply. We want to be part of the solution, we applaud the goal but we have to involve the whole food chain if we are going to manage this properly." Because the new regulations will only target restaurants, many in the restaurant industry agree with of construction, the SUB will open in 2011. "There is going to be a formal committee which is going to oversee construction of the building, and they will be responsible for hiring the architecture, the project manager, and for the overall of the plan of the building," said Brown.
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A s someone who recently entered the wonderfully geeky world of Harry Potter fans, I'll gladly admit it. I want to be a fucking wizard. I want to alohamora doors open; I want to crucio certain people; and I want to do other things to Severus Snape.
Ah yes, some scientists want to cure AIDS, others want to allow humans to fly and see through walls. Which is nobler? Well, delaying death is pretty important to humanity's welfare, I guess. But... I want to be a fucking wizard. Scientists at Duke University know what I'm talking about. Since 2006, they've been perfecting their Invisibility Cloak. Oh yes, you read that right...Invisibility Cloak. Pretty soon, we might just be able to freely wander the halls of Hogwarts at night! Well, as long as someone else works on building Hogwarts, that is. The cloak hasn't quite been developed to the point where one can just throw it on and meander about unnoticed, but the technology is there. The cloak is actually a structure of metamaterials (artificial composites that can be made to interact with electromagnetic waves) arranged in concentric circles. The cloak envelops an object and by deflecting microwaves, allows them to flow around the item. The cloak could potentially hide any object, regardless of size or material and holds the ability to vastly improve the technology of wireless communications and radar applications. That sounds great, but really, you're thinking the same thing I'm thinking, and so is everyone else. Fucking invisibility. David R. Smith, a professor of electrical and computer engineering at Duke has said that "it's not clear that you're going to get the invisibility that everyone thinks about with Harry Potter's cloak", but we all know that although it may not be an explicit goal, it's certainly on their minds too. Scientists have been laboring over this since releasing the first prototype in October of 2006, and I'll spare you the mathematical details, mainly because I understand very little of it all. What I do know is that I've regained a little faith in humanity. The fact that we have scientists who are working their lives away trying to give us super powers tickles my geek bone. You've already started thinking about what you're going to do when you're invisible, haven't you? Me too. And it involves Robert Downey Jr.
CascadeNews• ThursdayMarch l 8th 2009 Balancing Gaming and Reality
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!remember a time when I would sit for hours playing games like"Mario Brothers, Pong, Mortal Kombat, and many others. I found myself enjoying the colorful worlds and fun sounds far more than playing outside in the what's it called again? Sun.
One game phenomenon is the Second Life game by Linden Lab. This free downloadable game allows players to live in a world that is very similar to their own. A player must acquire a job so they can make money. They then use that money to rent, lease, or purchase an apartment or other residence. Starting to sound a lot like real life? The Second Life game has recreated a real urban society for people to play in. The unique aspect of the game is that Second Life Dollars are interchangeable with US currency through a complicated online system. Certain players may claim to be worth over 1.4 million dollars in Second Life assets which are actually worth a similar amount in the real world. Simulation games such as Second Life or The Sims by Maxis also contribute to people being drawn away from the real world and into the digital one. Lack of social interaction leads many people to engross themselves in worlds where they are popular, powerful, or even God. Who wouldn't want to be able to pick up tribal villagers and throw them around with a flick of a mouse? Video game violence has been an issue of major controversy since the Columbine shootings of 1999. It was discovered that the individuals reSP,onsible,'Ye.rt;pl;iying 111any:v\ol.ent shooting games prior to the incident. This made many parents and politicians question whether violent video games can make people violent. After reading studies by the Amsterdam treatment center, and other psychologists in North America, the answer is no. There has been no direct relation to violent tenancies and violent games. However, if individuals have preexisting violent issues, or enjoy inflicting pain upon others, it is likely that they will immerse themselves in games which allow them to butcher others. The Grand Theft Auto series by Rockstar Entertainment has been subject to many boycotts and angry letters. This is a game which allows you to shoot anyone at will, commit crimes to continue the main storyline, and ever beat up old ladies with a purple dildo. Although I find this kind of game lacking in long-term entertainment value, I have enjoyed driving around shooting rockets into store windows only to be gunned down by the military and respawn at the nearest hospital. I can see why these kinds of games would draw people who are already dealing with violent issues. Sadly there have been a few video game related c!e.lltlisall , _across.the globe. Numerous players from Korea and China were reported, as well as over ten from North America, who find themselves uncontrollably playing for hours at a time without food, water, or sleep. It is clear that there is a growing concern with playing too many video games, but as Mr. Bakker states only 10% of excessive gamers suffer from a dependency. The others seem to have nothing better to do with their time. His recommendation, as well as treatment used in the Wild Horse Facility, is to go outside and do high adrenalin activities. Go hiking, mountain climbing, sports such as rugby or football. He believes people enjoy the adrenaline or rush of playing a fast paced video games or interacting with people freely. Changing the people's focus to exciting activities or group sports will offer them a much healthier and more rewarding lifestyle than video games. Video games are not the issue. It is the lack of time spent teaching young people to be sociable. Force them outside to interact with others and play in the sun. Video games are a wonderful entertainment tool when people are over and no one really wants to play Monopoly. Whip out a few controllers and shoot down some aliens. But what we need to ensure is that younger generations are exploring the outside world. In an increasingly technological world, the lure of ever increasing graphics and play will only get stronger. Without guidance, more and more people will become dependent on games. Find a nice middle ground. In the words of Blizzard Entertainment, makers of World of Warcraft, "Take everything in ip.09~r;,itiop,ev,en WoW".
Now, ever since the beginning of time, people have being telling stories about mythical creatures that have way cooler powers than any human we know. And since the beginning of science, people have being trying to boost humans up on the hierarchy by manufacturing such powers.
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Luckily I had parents who forced me away from the neon glow and death-gripped controller to the outside world of other children, dirt, and sports. When I look back it's not hard to' believe that· some people would become so dependent on such an entertaining device that it could evolve into a modern day plague. Plague may be too strong a word for video game addiction, but it is a phenomenon that has become increasingly apparent in teens and young adults. The Wild Horse Treatment Center in Amsterdam was the first European treatment center to open its doors to compulsive gamers. Mr. Bakker, a video game treatment center researcher, stated in an article with the BBC that there is not an actual addiction to video games; however, it is a dependency-creating stimulus that can effect an individual's life in a way that is similar to drugs. He went on to state that many of the patients brought to the treatment center were found to have severe issues with socialization, interpersonal skills, and lacked affection at early stages of development. I can admit to spending too much time on games such as World ofWarcraft (WoW), Halo2, and other online games where I am given the ability to interact with people live. It makes sense that people who lack social skills would be drawn to a world where they don't have to direct!y~,i.nteraq w!th,pepple, but are free to"e:{press themselves from behind a computer screen. Video games, thus far, have not been proven to give players a chemical dependency on the games, but can offer something that the individuals may not be receiving in their real world lives.
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BRITTANYWIESNER STAFFWRITER CCAn eye for an eye, and soon the whole world is blind" Ghandi once said, referencing Exodus 21:23-27. He made a valuable point, what is the use of seeking revenge? In 2004 an Iranian man named Majid blinded an Iranian woman named Ameneh Bahrami with acid because she refused his marriage proposal. She was a very beautiful woman and now her face is completely scared and almost unrecognizable. When the acid was thrown at her she reacted by putting her hands on her face. The acid then ran along her hands, which caused them to be scarred as well. It's horrific and tragic. The Iranian court has ruled to blind the attacker, Majid, in both eyes as punishment. I have no objections on how Iran runs their judicial system, it is of course very different from ours in Canada. I don't know whether one judicial system is more correct than the other, but as a western with an outside perspective, I can see other methods and alternatives that incorporate punishment and create a chance for retribution. The decision to blind Majid will cause him to become a burden on society. What he did was inexcusable, yes, but there are others ways for Bahrami to get retribution. When Majid's sight is taken away he will, until he can learn to function on his own, become someone else's responsibility; taking up another person's time and the government's resources. If the Iranian government is just seeking punishment, then to blind him is certainly a fair punishment. But, if they want him to contribute to society again there are different methods, such as locking him in prison and giving him psychiatric care. He needs help mentally. Also since Bahrami is living on salary of $647 a month they could have Majid work and support Bahrami and her medical bills. The government could force Majid to pay for all aspects of Bahrami's life until she dies, that way it would be a constant reminder to Majid about what he did and how he hurt her. It is shocking and dreadful that something like that could happen. It is unimaginable how that man could do something like that. The Iranian courts have ultimately decided his fate, and he deserves any punishment that is given to him for committing such a heart-breaking crime.
Hansen's autobiography, Direct Action: Memoirs of an Urban Guerrilla, explains why Hansen and four others took part in the bombings. "We saw ourselves as trying to initiate a more militant practice into the left. We had an analysis of what the main strengths of capitalism were and we set out to attack those areas." The Squamish 5 also called the Vancouver 5 targeted an industrial plant, which constructed components of American cruise missiles, a British Columbia Hydro substation, and a chain of Red Hot Video stores. The latter had drawn attention from feminist groups for distributing videos purportedly exhibiting scenes of rape and the RCMP later shut them down. "In our case, we only did bombings after the grassroots movement was no longer effective. And I'm not saying what we did was perfect," said Hansen. "So people shouldn't just go out and start orchestrating bombings. I don't have that view. I won't categorically say in all situations that I'm opposed to it either." A violation of Hansen's parole possession of marijuana sent her back to prison for the entirety of summer 2006. The experience allowed her to reflect on the Canadian penal system since her earlier incarceration and critique its changes, as well as lack of change. Prisons should serve a rehabilitative purpose, says Hansen, whether it is for problems with drugs or alcohol, or simply a lack of professional working experience. "If you're going to take people out of society, there should be a rehabilitative process to go through which isn't totally hinged on psychological treatment. It's pathologizing prisoners. That may be the case with some people, but certainly, social conditions have a large role to play in why people end up in prisons."
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Ameneh Bahrami sought to enforce qisas, in hopes that it would be like a stake in the ground for women. She hopes that it shows that this should not happen again. Iranian journalist Asieh Amini, who opposes the sentence and is quite vocal on human rights, says that there has been very little protest at the sentence since most are outraged at what has happened to Bahrami. Please let me preface the next part by saying that I do not abide by eyefor-an-eye retribution or "revenge." However, you won't be seeing me sending Movahedi a sympathy card and flowers anytime soon. As much as it is easy, in our Western minds to immediately say that this is wrong, consider for a moment the circumstance. We live in a place in the world where women are free to disagree, express themselves, explore their sexuality and be treated with respect. Although Iran is definitely better off then other countries out there as far as women's rights go; acid burnings and honour killings still occur. Most of these will never be heard by anyone.
Sometimes we are so far removed from these events that it is easy to only seek a Western, more "civilized" punishment. This act was not civilized, acid burnings are not civilized, beating a woman because she does not "obey" is not civilized. Cases like this, never end in justice, only in the victim feeling justified. And really, I don't think anyone who has not walked in Bahrami's shoes can judge her on that. Her sight is gone, her appearance is gone, and who she used to be is gone. Movahedi stole those things from her. So the question boils down to this: is it right for Movahedi's eyesight to be taken from him in return? As a Western woman, I feel under-qualified to answer this question. It would greatly trouble me if this sort of sentencing were to take place in Canada; however, it would trouble me more if these sorts of crimes were to take place in here. And so I realize that I have left this open, that my stance is ambiguous at best, but that is the sort of emotion that this evokes in me. On one hand, I feel as though Movahedi's punishment-fits the crime, and on the other, I know that violence only leads to more violence. It's easy to form blanket answers for this type of thing, but maybe that is not what this is really about. Maybe it is about realizing that for most people around the world, freedom, as we know it, is still a dream.
CHRISTOPEROLSON THE LINK Canadian anarchist Anne Hansen, one .of the Squamish 5 that committed a series of targeted bombings in Vancouver in 1982, is set to speak at Concordia University about the status of Canada's prison system a system she knows well, as she's currently on parole for a life sentence. 'TU be on parole forever," said Hansen in an interview with the Link. Hansen's prison stint lasted seven years, or from 1983 to 1990. "I still think there's a role for militant action," Hansen said. "But it's sort of a tactical decision based on what's happening at the time. It's never been a question of whether there should be grassroots change or militant change; I think both are probably going to be necessary."
A n Iranian woman is walking down the street one day when she. feels a tap on her shoulder, she turns around and a bucket of sulfuric acid is poured on her head. Four years and multiple surgeries later, she is left horribly disfigured and blind. This past November, the Iranian court ordered that her attacker be sentenced to five drops of the same acid dropped into each eye while under anesthesia, making him go blind as well. The end? Of course that is never the end, nor is it ever the beginning. Ameneh Bahrami worked at a medical equipment company before the attack and had many men interested in her, she turned them all down, only wanting to marry a man that she loved. Majid Movahedi was a younger student at the same university Bahrami attended back in 2002. His appearance was often messy and so she organized her friends, other students and staff members to bring him new clothes. They never exchanged any words, but Movahedi became obsessed with her, saying he could only ever love her and that he wanted to marry her. His obsession escalated to the point where he would stalk her, saying that if she didn't love him, then he would kill himself. He asked Bahrami's parents for her hand in marriage, which she politely declined. Bahrami tried to seek help from the authorities, but since no crime had been committed, they could do very little. Two years after their first encounter, Bahrami made up a story and told Movahedi to move on in his life, since she was engaged to another man. He vowed to kill her and three days later he dumped a bucket of acid over her head in broad daylight. Movahedi's sentence is not a common one; in fact it can only be implemented if the victim wishes to seek retribution under the Islamic law qisas. Qisas is similar to the Biblical eye-for-an-eye principle. It can be enforced if a victim's family seeks retribution; it is typically only used in murder cases. The Why an Eye for an Eye?
Quaran encourages victims to seek peace and forgiveness, or an alternative known as "blood money," where the offender's family pays an amount set out by the victim's family.
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The Pemberton music festival, scheduled to run this July for its second year, will not be happening. Pemberton had its first run last July when organizers, Live Nation, brought a bevy of musical acts to the scenic village in front of the impressive Mount Currie. The festival attracted nearly 40,000 fans to the farming village for '' conveniences hassled festival attendees. The event's success was marred by massive traffic jams on the Sea to Sky Highway. Also, many fans waited for hours or slept in their cars on the tarmac of the local airport which was 1 being used as a parking lot. a weekend of camping and music. The music ranged from giants such as JayZ, Cold play and Tom Petty to acts like Black Mountain, The Tagically Hip, Metric and MSTRKRFT which highlighted local and Canadian music. There were over 120 bands ranging over genres including rap, electronic, indie, punk, metal, rock and more. However, there were complaints as well: a dust problem and lack of Still, the event was loved by many fans and was a hit due to its status as one of the only major festivals north of the border in Canada. Nonetheless Mayor Jordan Sturdy announced the festival would be cancelled this year. The cancellation came after an ongoing dispute over the reuse of prime farmland as the site of the festival since last year's event. This dispute delayed Live Nation from getting the approval required to go ahead with the 2009 festival. It was not until November that the province's Agricultural Land Commission concluded that the 40,000 people who attended the 2008 festival did not damage the land, and the organizer was given permission to use the site for another three years. Live Nation explained that the time it took to get the green light from the commission didn't allow time to line up talent and finalize logistical details. Still, the Pemberton festival isn't in a coffin yet, the company said it will focus on planning a 2010 festival.
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Goodthief is comprised of Brennan Sinclair who handles vocals and guitar, Adam Schilt on bass, Nathan Larsen keeping things grooving behind the drum kit, Anderson Wiebe on keys and the unique addition of Judy Kucynski on saxophone. The addition of saxophone is responsible for the depth of the band's music. Non traditional instruments finding their way into rock music again (think Beruit, Gogol Bordello, Arcade Fire) is a welcome development, and Goodthief does it well. Not to say that the other members don't contribute greatly to the sound, anchored by smooth bass lines on Schlit's part. Nathlan Larsen creates unique and interesting rhythms while leaving room for Kucynski to push the songs home with Sinclair whose voice suits the jazz-infused rock on Goodthief's self-titled album. The album starts with the organ soaked "Hitchhiker" which sees Kucynski trading sax licks with Sinclair's vocals. The song is catchy and upbeat and makes way for "Long Way to Fall" which shows a moodier side of the band. Even when the band's tempo picks up, falling bass lines and splashy decrescendos keep the mood serious enough to stay true to the sorrowful sound of the song. The aggressive keys in "The Hollow" are really cool and keep the entire song moving at breakneck speed. "Walking Thunder" has a great jazzy demeanour. Perhaps, the best song on the album is "Carousel," a beautifully crafted ballad that is comparable to some of The Red Hot Chilli Peppers' best during its chorus, combined with some downright pretty lyrics and vocals. With the shimmering saxophone, this song is nearly reminiscent of Van Morrison (think "Into the Mystic"), Neil Young in some of his more heartfelt moments, or perhaps even the Grateful Dead's "Candyman." Full of surprises, Goodthief's self-titled album is great to listen to. Even the track "A Pirate's Dilemma," which I feared would jump down that "Juno" path, turns out to be a lot more Cold War Kids than Mouldy Peaches. Thanks for proving me wrong guys. The first. album, out now, .is a great example of lo~al t;lent. C~ntact the band at goodthiefmusic@hotmail. com to inquire about purchasing CDs or check out their MySpace to listen to their music online.
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Y ou may remember Goodthief from their appearance at Dis-O last semester. Their first album has finally surfaced and I am happy to report that, while keeping true to the refreshing style we saw in the fall, the debut LP shows mature, well rounded music that is a pleasure to listen to.
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Things seem to be going deeper and deeper down the proverbial toilet and life is becoming more and more expensive. Sadly, it looks like this recession is not going to end anytime soon. So, for those women who want to stay beautiful without spending oodles of money, how on earth are you going to do it? Well, I'm here to help. There are a lot of home remedies to make your lips luscious and your hair perfect, and they were around long before Maybelline ever wondered if you were born with it or not. In fact you can use items from your very own pantry. Next time you're out grocery shopping, keep these recipes in mind. First off your hair: many women regard their mane as one of their most prized features. To help it become shiny and healthy, try mayonnaise. Yes the tangy zip of miracle whip, the stuff you put on your sandwiches can go in your hair! Get a cup of mayo (more or less depending upon how much hair you have), some plastic wrap and put a few towels in the dryer on high heat. Put the mayo all over your head, working it from your scalp all the way down to the ends. You will look ridiculous, but it will all turn out for the best. Pile your hair on top of your head and wrap the saran wrap around. Get one of your heated towels out of the dryer and put it on for about 10 minutes. After those 10 minutes, get your second heated towel put in on and wait another 10 minutes. This acts as a deep conditioning treatment and will leave your hair shiny and soft. If you do this treatment once a month you'll notice an immediate change in the look and feel of your hair. Since you're miles away from ordinary why not try beer for your hair to give it a full bodied look. Yes, beer can be used for something other than getting very inebriated with. The trick is to use flat beer (a use for post-party half-empties.) Take it with you into the shower (try not to drink all of it) and after you shampoo slowly pour the beer over your head and let is sit for a couple minutes. Rinse it with cool water and follow with a conditioning. Give it a really good rinse or you might smell like a brewery and that might cause questions. Afterwards you'll notice your hair is softer and has fuller body; do this every couple of weeks and it'll look great. Fruits and vegetables are also not just healthy for your body on the inside but the outside as well (I know, shocker). Spas have been using cucumbers over our eyes to get rid of dark circles and puffiness for years, and in this economic crisis time we don't need to go to a spa, we can do it ourselves. The avocados as used in guacamole can also be mashed up and used as a natural moisturizer. Eggs can be used as a skin conditioner; egg whites are good for dry skin and yokes for oily skin. If you swim in chlorinated pools often and your hair is damaged, blend together one egg, an egg shell worth of olive oil, and a quarter of a peeled cucumber and spread it through your hair, leaving it on for 10 minutes before washing, repeating every couple of weeks to restore healthy shine. Honey, besdies being good on toast, can also help get rid of your wrinkles, improve skin pores, and work as a natural moisturizer. Try mixing honey, Vaseline and a bit of cinnamon to make lip gloss (don't lick it off). To make a facial mask with it, mix 1 tablespoon honey and 1 tablespoon yoghurt and cool it in the fridge. Leave this on your face for a few minute before rinsing. Another recipe goes like this: combine 1/4 cup yoghurt, 3 tablespoons honey, and 3 tablespoons pureed pumpkin or 3 tablespoons pureed carrots (to puree lightly cook and mash) and lather your face and body with this, sink into a bath for 10-20 minutes, rinse, and follow it up with moisturizer. Milk is great for skin nourishment and nuts used in scrubs are good for pores and blackheads. A mixture of olive oil and sugar can make a good exfoliating body scrub. Oatmeal can also improve your complexion; mix 1/2 a pureed orange and 4 tablespoons of oatmeal, apply to your freshly washed face, and scrub gently for 2-3 minutes, then rinse and moisturize. Tomatoes are good for opening the pores, and vinegar for blemishes, itchy skin and sunburns (don't leave these on for too long as they can dry or irritate skin). Who needs a spa really? If you're worried about spending too much money on fancy products, look no further than your pantry. There are loads of ways to save money and still look great.
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The event is sponsored in hopes of uniting the many and varied cultures of Abbotsford by allowing people to experience the customs of others. The focus on dancing is due to the fact that dancing is a significant aspect of many cultures all over the world, and is often the first thing that people learn about when discovering other cultures. While this year's event had a fairly good turn out, it was still notably smaller than that of previous years. The evening started at 6pm and unfortunately, due to several cancellations by performers, only ran until about 7pm. Despite the briefness of the festivities, the guests did get to enjoy refreshments of cookies and juice and were pleased by the warm welcoming of the hard working performers. Thanks go out to the FVRL for hosting and sponsoring the event, the hard working librarians who put it on, and Dynamic Dance who supplied many of the dancers.
On Thursday, March 12th, the Fraser Valley Regional Library invited the community to its Clearbrook location for a fun filled evening of dancing from all around the globe in celebration of World Culture day. The event featured Bhangra dancing, Highland Dancing, a traditional Chinese dance, as well as several interpretive dances and ballets. styles. Highland Dancing, which came into its present form in the Scottish Highlands, has actually been subject to a lot of influence from outside of Scotland. It originated as a form of sword dancing, which was practiced in ancient times all over Europe, and only came to Scotland in the 16th century.
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Bhangra dancing, for example, is a traditional folk dance that originated in the Punjab region of India; farmers would perform the dance in celebration of the coming spring. It is now an international phenomenon that has diversified into many different World Culture Day will be held again next year, so keep an eye out around this time next year for this event.
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Cascade News • Thursday March 19th 2009 H.A. HOGETERP with. Why are you studying art? Because I love to learn and I love to create. Studying art was the obvious choice. What's your dream job for after graduation? Dream job? I think it would be a mix of teaching, a lot of travelling, and painting. Basically getting paid to do the things I'm passionate about. So I guess you could call it a freelanceglobe-trotter-artist-teacher.
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Name: Fiona Moes Age:20 Program: Bachelor of Fine Arts Year of Study: 3 In one sentence, tell us about yourself: I am a huge fan oflegwarmers and liquorice tea. Describe your trademark style: Probably one of Lisette Schon or Akeem Nermo's photographs. What do you think of the new visual arts studios in C-Building at UFV? As slow as the "finishing touches" have been, I think they're amazing. It feels good to have facilities we can be proud of. I tend to do more realistic work but Do you have any words of wisdom I love abstract and texture. for the student body? Take an art course. You might just What's your favourite medium? surprise yourself. Anything you can use a paintbrush 2 ;~ vvt.tl,v CV Add online courses to your regular studies Didn't get into the course you needed? Is your busy schedule making it difficult to balance schoolwork and a job? Thompson Rivers University can help by bringing education directly to you through Open Learning. With over 400 online and distance courses available for registration throughout the year, you can get the credits you need and transfer them back to your home institution. You can study when you want, where you want and even set your own exam schedule. For a complete list of Open Learning courses and programs please visit our website. www.truopen.ca 1.877.663.4091
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Joni Mitchell "The Last Time I Saw Richard" A fantastic piece of song writing; this story is told in a beautiful poetic way. Mitchell paints a picture that is made up of several vignettes oflonely romantics. The story traces the narrator's journey from moon-eyed to cynical and into everlasting beauty. I can't really describe it, even in hundreds of words. Just listen. III - Pat's Puba-longs. Either it was intentional, or there was an aloof sound person, but the vocals had some sort of an annoying effect that disgruntled their overall sound. It very well could have been intentional as JPMP has this Ween-esque sound. Heck, they even took the time to attempt some Ween during their set. Anyway, see these cats open for the Rebel Spell in Chilliwack this Friday, March 20th at the OAP Hall by Twin Rinks in Chilliwack.
Dr. Horrible'sMusicalSing Along Blog BRITTANYWEISNER STAFFWRITER If you haven't heard of Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog yet you've obviously been living in a cave one without wireless. Dr. Horrible's Sing-Along Blog is a popular and entertaining 43 minute long musical film. You may have heard some of the catchy tunes, such as: "Laundry Day" or "Everyone's a Hero in Their Own Way." The episodes have been aired on the Dr. Horrible website since July. They are still there, but only available to those who live in the USA. They are now available to buy on iTunes. All proceeds from the sales will go toward paying the cast and crew of Dr. Horrible. The musical was created by writer/director, Joss Whedon (Serenity) and his brothers Zack and Jed. Their goal was to make something small, inexpensive, and professionally done so that they could circumvent the issues that were being protested during the WGA writer's strike. The cast consists of the talented Neil Patrick Harris (Doogie Howser himself) who JUNKOHANHEROC-KASETTI __lQQ_7~~ plays Dr. Horrible an aspiring super villain with the alter-ego of Billy. The Blog revolves around his hope of obtaining a membership in the Evil League of Evil, his encounters with his love interest Penny (played by Felicia Day), and the on-going battle with his nemesis Captain Hammer (played by Nathan Fillion). Amidst all this social angst the audience is treated to hilarious musical performances. Simon Helberg also makes a cameo as Moist, Dr. Horrible's "evil moisture buddy" or side kick. Over the course of the summer Dr. Horrible became an instant cult classic. The soundtrack even made it onto numerous top 40 album lists even though it's only available from iTunes. Comi-con hosted a contest on its website in which fans could send in a three minute video to explain why they should be selected to become members of the Evil League of Evil and the ten best submissions are extras on the DVD. There is also a lot of Dr. Horrible related merchandise available. "Captain Hammer Be Like Me! (Nemesis of Dr. Horrible)" is a comic tie-in that's been created and will be featured this year in a graphic novel called Dark Horse Presents. There is also an online comic about the origin of Moist called Moist: Humidity Rising. Also there are many t-shirts which you can buy through the official fan site. Dr. Horrible is slowly conquering the world in popularity and if you want to check it out for yourself go to the website: http://drhrrrible.com/.
It would not be appropriate to talk about the music of the second act right away because the lead-singer/bassist had a tantrum on stage when people got up to go for a smoke. He aggressively asked them where they were going, kept telling them not to go, and then started into a series of expletives that he probably would not JPMP say to his mother. He finished the rant by calling the girls "bitches" and then meekly stating that there will probably be a fight later in the parking lot.
The Lonely H "Yeah, Yeah" Like a mix between The Hives, Wolfmother (but the Lonely H isn't from Oz) and the Raconteurs with the unthreatening good looks of Hanson. Seriously. They rock though, so despite appearances, you have no excuse not to check them out. The album is called Hair. The Roots "Vs. Rahzel" In a world of stagnant, over-produced, over-ego-trippin', over-done, over-compensating hip-hop, The Roots bring unique and talented spins on the genre. Interesting samples paired with live-recorded instruments and insightful lyrics makes_the Roots worth listening to. 2009
Larry Portelance can be heard on the CanCon Containership on CiVL. ca. Listen to his show live Mondays from 3PM to 4PM PST or download the podcast at CiVL.ca. His DJ Blog can be found at http://canconcontainership.blogspot.com.
PAULFALARDEAU STAFFWRITER Gogol Bordello "Alcohol" What a Fantastic Ode to the morning after, addressed to the titular character. Complete with throat singing and witty lines like "you screw a light bulb in my head" or "you make me walk on burning bridges." Not a song you want to miss.
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Initially, my freaky Friday the 13th was to be spent at the Biltmore seeing The Sadies and Julie Doiron for $20. This show was apparently in support of the Olympics which are apparently happening somewhere here in Coast Salish territory next year. But I just don't get sports, been feeling a bit stingy lately, and will probably be able to see these acts sometime in the summer whilst in the Maritimes. So it was off to Pat's Pub to see what DuoFest III was all about. The theme ofDuoFest is two-member bands so Hermetic, Tight Solid, Quite Testy and JPMP jr were on the bill. Since two-member bands can be just fine, and Hermetic were the winners of a recent battle of the bands at some other non-important university, this show had potential for an interesting time. First up were JPMP, who are an act hailing from Chilliwack. Normally JPMP has a stage presence of four, but for DuoFest III they were a two piece outfit, hence the addition of "jr" in their moniker. The musical concept of JPMP would seem to reflect the safe nostal_,:giaof gsrated, elementary school singKeh' Mo' "Am I Wrong" You should note that the song title is not a que~tion; it's more of a statement. The song feels like it is a big bold statement too. Killer call and response blues, tasteful handclaps and lyrics that make cheating seem right. You have to respect a good bluesman, he makes you believe he's right even when he's !yin'.
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So yeah, Quite Testy is an appropriate moniker for the second in DuoFest III. To be nice, sometimes their Red Hot Chili Peppers feel was acceptable, but the singer ought to get over his over-inflated sense of self-entitlement. Tight Solid came up next and their crunchy, unpolished nature seemed more like what I was expecting to encounter at Pat's Pub on a Friday night. Which is either some sort of rockabilly derivative looking really cool with their S0's inspired aesthetics, or some sort of urban hipster group, playing music that pretentious people can try their latest ironic shtick to whilst drinking cheap ironic draft. Tight Solid has the earmarks of lads doing some sort of side project. Despite it being just the two of them, their rock and pop elements got my toes tapping. Not bad music to sip on some satisfactory beer to. It was a shame there were not a lot of people to see Tight Solid who pulled off a great indie rock sound; there ought to be some great stuff from these fellows soon, be it with Tight Solid or with their other projects. Last up were Hermetic who are definitely involved with other acts past and pr:sent~ ,A_s,s~ate~,on, ,their New Music Canada profile, "Hermetic is a two-piece band comprised of Eric Axen (Painted Youth) on baritone guitar and Bart Newman (Paper Lanterns, Animal Names) on drums." It was nice to see something I played on the first episode of the CanCon Container Ship on CiVL. Despite some garbled sound management, the lads pulled off a great set including their songs "Curmudgeons Club" and "Preventative Arrest." Axen's crunchy pop hooks dance very nicely over the driving rhythm of Newman's spastic syncopations and keep Hermetic's high tempo ways thumping. Although it's only drums and a guitar, without a bass guitar, the constant and slightly off-key singing and their general feel gets me thinking of Duotang of Mint Records fame. Anyway, you can catch Hermetic at Funky Winkler Beans on East Hastings, Saturday March 28th.
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ANGELAOSTRIKOFF STAFFWRITER M entoring over 26,000 kids, Big Brothers and Big Sisters of Canada is the biggest and best known youth mentoring organization. During the month of March, the eighty-year old organization is putting on their annual fundraiser, Bowl for Kids' Sake. The event was created not only to raise money, but to match "big-brothers/sisters" with "little brothers/sisters" so that they can interact and have fun with one another. This year, teams have the chance to win the opportunity to bowl with Olympic medalist, Donovan Bailey. This event is not limited only to those that are directly involved with Big Brothers/Big Sisters, but to anyone in the community who would like to have some fun and donate some time and money to a worthy cause. For those that decide to become either a Big Brother or a Big Sister, the time commitment is a few hours Cascade Classllfieds ' a week, for a minimum of a year. Each match is based on compatibility and the Mentoring Coordinator is there every step of the way, in case problems should arise. The value of mentoring is backed by research, as studies show that children who have a positive role-model are 20 per cent more likely to graduate high school. According to the Big Brothers and Sisters orgranization, 78 per cent of "Littles" who come from a social assistance background no longer need to be reliant on government funded income once they reach adulthood, and many go on to post-secondary education. Their chances of falling into the wrong crowd and succumbing to peer pressure also decrease. The benefits are not one-sided. Big Brothers\Sisters are given the opportunity to develop a bond that will likely earn you the respect and admiration of a child for many years to come. That aside, it is a chance to relive your childhood as you rediscover things Abbotsford Apartment. Top floor. Quiet Street. Furnished rooms. References Required. NIP N/S N/Pa Incl: w/d, cble, int, util. Share kitchen, bathroom, living room with 2 others. Close to UFV, Hospital and Bus. $425 and up. 604-308-0064 like zoos, water parks and playing and let's face it, it doesn't look bad on a resume either! At the moment, there are 10,000 kids on waitlist across Canada, with more being added all the time. The only thing that a potential "Big" needs is a few hours a week, a desire to be a part of a child's life, and an imagination. Becoming a Big Brother or a Big Sister does not mean that you need to put your house up to pay for all the events. You and your "Little" can have a lot of fun just taking a walk around Mill Lake, kicking a soccer ball, or baking cookies together. For any interested in the fundraiser, Bowl for Kids' Sake, please check out their website www.bigbrothersbigsisters.ca where you can find out more about becoming a Big Brother or Sister. Alternatively, you can contact them by phone at 604-852-3331 or e-mail at magic@mentoringworks.ca.
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Hamlet Review: The Plays the Thing SUZANNEKITTELL STAFFWRITER W ednesday March 4th marked the opening of the UFV production of Hamlet which is currently running at the Chilliwack campus. The theatre program at UFV has too often been overlooked due to its location; driving out to Chilliwack isn't generally something people want to do. However, those who don't put in the time to attend UFV's productions are missing out on all of the hard work of the countless people who make shows like Hamlet happen. This semester, the department decided to show a classic one of Shakespeare's most famous plays, and one that has leaked into all corners of English art. Hamlet, for those who are not familiar with the bard, is the tragic tale of a prince whose father has been murdered. As his uncle sweeps away the crown and the queen after having killed the king; the play follows Hamlet's inner turmoil. As Ian Fenwick writes in his director's note, Hamlet is a·story of "a ghost, murder, poison, unrequited love, incest, madness, suicide, a graveyard, a funeral, a duel to the death, [and] beheadings." The audience thus expects what Fenwick calls a "tragic performance." Although the most of the actors stand to be commended for their work, this atmosphere of horror and sorrow are simply not achieved to their fullest potential. Bryan Cutler's Hamlet, though convincingly performed, was not quite the Hamlet that many were expecting, and wandered from the director's apparent vision of the play. His strong and -flamboyant portrayal of the young prince was a bit of a stretch from the tragic character. Cutler's dedication to the role was obvious and his acting skills are well suited for a lead role. The portrait he painted of Hamlet, however was disjointed from what was promised in the director's note. The roles of Ophelia, Polonius, Claudius, and Horatio stand out as the most memorable. Bryan Candy not only showed great skill in his delivery and subtleties, but also donned a marvelous kingly beard! James Servizi had the audience laughing at Polonius' foolish ramblings, but also believing his character fully. Although Megan Mackenzie's Ophelia started off with a sort of blandness, she absolutely haunted the audience with her scenes of madness. She was a spectacular picture of a woman driven to insanity. Although the role of Horatio does not give as much opportunity for show stopping emotion, I couldn't stop watching Jonathan Friesen as Hamlet's comrade. His performance was flawless and his facial acting stole attention in many scenes. The set was beautifully designed for the tragedy and in many scenes was truer to the theme than the acting. There was therefore a slight disconnect between the dark scenery and colourful performances. The costumes were gorgequs, although it would have been nice to see more discretion used in certain scenes. The celebration at the beginning of the play, for instance, could have seen more white to contrast with Hamlet's sole state of mourning. Overall, the play was very enjoy-
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BookReview Watchmen
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Watchmen is a truly surprising and intense read that will most likely drag you in to the genre of the graphic novel. It is an excellent start for those who have never been introduced to Alan Moore or to comic lit in general. Watchmen is a masterpiece from beginning to end and never ceases to blow the reader's mind. If you haven't yet seen the film, I implore you read the novel first. And if you've already watched the movie, I still suggest you pick this book up and get the full experience. It's a breathtaking read, and it might just open up a wh9l_eg~nr~ for you.
KYLEHUNTLEY CONTRIBUTOR In 2007 apologies were given by the city of Bellingham, Washington, to the Asian residents for incidents which took place in 1907. It was the hundredth anniversary of the Bellingham riots where disgruntled white labourers of the fish, lumber, and mining industries tormented, and ran out of town, nearly every resident of Asian decent. However, two months prior to the apologies, the US Immigration and Customs Enforcement, or ICE, officers raided a Laundromat and seized nearly thirty Latino workers. Many were later deported. A similar incident occurred a few months later when many more immigrants were seized by ICE officers from a factory. These are the images of intolerance shown in Andrew Hedden and Ian Morgan's film Present In All That We Do. The documentary showcases many different opinions from interviewed Minutemen, civilians, and
immigrant rights activists as they discuss the events of 1907 and the present day. Andrew explained that his inspiration for making the documentary came from Bellingham's strong assertion that "1907 will never happen again," even while immigrant raids are still being conducted. Research materials for the film were hard to come by. One paper written in the 1970s was marked as being "one sided" and "Racist against Asian immigrants," and newspaper articles headlined "1907 Hindu Riots," when the majority of Asian residents at the time were of the Sikh belief. Neither Hedden nor Morgan were able to find anyone who was related to the families that were driven out and it became obvious that none of them ever returned to Bellingham. Hedden wanted to show many different views regarding the events in question so it can be understood that Bellingham is not the multicultural city it makes itself out to be. The film \\ \ showed how the city of Bellingham is nearly completely caucasian. The majority of non-white cultures in Bellingham are in the rural farming industries. "The most diverse place is the Walmart," said one resident. Immigrant rights activist, Harjap Grewai of Vancouver B.C. appeared in the film to discuss some of the current issues that face immigrants who wish to enter North America. He offered information about actions concerning ICE as well as actions by the Canadian government. "Without being able to learn from the past apologies are useless." Morgan hopes that his viewers will be able to see the connection between the past incidents of 1907 and the events in Bellingham and across the United States today. Hedden wants to see people change their perspective on how to deal with immigrants, legal or otherwise, to ensure the atrocities of the past are not only apologized for, but not repeated either.
SUZANNEKITTELL STAFFWRITER W ith the movie fresh on the reels, Watchmen is getting a lot of attention, which is well-deserved. However, I beg you dear readers, not to forget that all this movie hype started with a graphic novel made in the 1980's when Alan Moore and Dave Gibbons made history. Watchmen has been called the "Citizen Kane" of graphic novels and has been widely acclaimed for many reasons. The writing, artwork, and philosophy of the novel make it one of the most appreciated graphic novels not only within its own genre, but in the realm ofliterature as a whole. You might be thinking to yourself, "Wait, graphic novels? IfI read one of those, does that mean I have to start playing Dungeons and Dragons?" Well, you can leave your twentysided dice at home, my darlings, this novel requires minimal amount of geekdom (although you might find yourself hooked and reeled in to the world of comics). Watchmen is very realistic as far as graphic novels go. It has superheroes, yes, but they are incredibly human, making the story and atmosphere completely believable. The novel follows masked vigilantes who have retired, been forced out of practice, or knocked off by a certain enemy. As threats bear down on the city/country/world, we watch the heroes battle themselves and each other in order to do what each thinks is right. That diversity and inner conflict is what makes this novel so astounding. We delv:e.i~to. t_he psyches. qf_the cq.ar·acters-and 1e'arn tliat 'although they may represent the moral good, their ethical codes are all subjective. Nothing is black-and-white in Watchmen, which really makes it stand out as a psychologically complex glimpse into humanity through masked eyes.
Watchmen is a page-turner, but also something that must be slowly taken in, something that must be fully comprehended. It is a novel that must be read more than once; there are simply too many layers to catch the first time around. The way in which the text relates to multiple images throughout the novel makes the reader contemplate what meanings are hidden behind seemingly simple dialogue. Watchmen provides an extremely entertaining escape into another world. However, this world will not be a comfortable one; it will not ~<,ple~sant, l!nd it wiB not !e~':'eyou \~ith ·aseiiseof justice-'done. 'lnsteaa, the novel poses questions about philosophy, ethics, existence and all of those heavy things that you expect to find in dusty old hardcovers rather than bright coloured comics.
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Based on Alan Moore's series of twelve comic books, Watchmen begins with the murder of ex-superhero The Comedian. Rorschach, a fellow vigilante superhero and former colleague of The Comedian, sets out to find the truth behind the murder of his comrade. The film is set in an alternate version of 1985 U.S. where caped crusaders have been outlawed by the Keene Act. Those remaining are only permitted to work for the military. Meanwhile, the tensions between the United States and the Soviet Union have the Doomsday nock permanently set at approximately five minutes to midnight. It is left to a ragtag group of retired superheroes to prevent another world war while simultaneously attempting to
W ho's watching the Watchmen? Well, just about everybody. With an openip.g box office week amounting to $55,214,334, many people believe the film to be the best comic book adaptation yet.
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!think one of my few (ahem) flaws, is that I am strangely a Kevin James fan. I think I can boil it down to an experience on a plane when I was sixteen; it's a long story, but let's just say that I needed some comfort and he was there for me. I can't quite explain it, but I find his humour funny and heart-warming. So judge me if you must, but I am only slightly ashamed to say that I am fan of King of Queens and Hitch. So when I started seeing trailers for Mall Cop, I was secretly interested. police officer many times but was prevented because of his severe hypoglycemia which causes him to pass out if he doesn't frequently have sugar. or so the story is told. He has a daughter whose mother left once she was born, only wanting to be with him since she needed a green card. Blart is head over heels for Amy, played by Jayma Mays, who is either a pretty version of Amy Pohler or an ugly version of Rachel McAdams. he's not just made of peanut butter pie when the mall is robbed and his co-workers, including Amy, are taken hostage. And man, are these bad guys hardcore, as soon as they whipped off their disguises and you could see that they had multiple arm tattoos, we knew that they meant business. They also BMX, skateboard and have ninjalike abilities, and somehow have technology that rivals the swat teams'.
The next hour is sprinkled with jabs at the obese, jabs at incompetent police officers and the pure determination of Paul Blart not to be a loser. He succeeds; he gets his daughter back (she somehow gets through the swat team and just meanders in the building), and he gets the girl, proving to everyone who made fun of him that he was not in fact a fat, worthless slob. I would be a liar ifl said that there weren't a few times in the movie that I chuckled, however, it was not very wholehearted. It made me sad, because I believe that Kevin James is funny and this movie just didn't do him justice. This movie is.~r_sµre miss-able but could potentially be made funny if alcohol was involved. I sat through the movie wondering how it got this bad, but then as the credits rolled, I saw the reason: Adam Sandler produced it.
Haley was the perfect actor for the role; even without the mask he looked identical to the~om-ic-book ,ooar~ct~r,9r,-Manhattan, played by Billy Crudup, did a great job working up sympathy for the confused, removed and somewhat otherworldly man.
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Paul Blart:Mall Cop ANGELAOSTRIKOFF STAFFWRITER
The movie follows Blart through his pathetic life, which if it were an episode of Intervention, would be sad. The obesity jokes are a bit overdone and insensitive. Not only is he fat, he isn't funny on purpose (which is always a redeeming quality) and he is genuinely unhappy with his life. It seems as though the cosmos align in his favour and Blart is given the chance to sl).ow.the world .that
I finally caved to my curiosity and saw it. Mall Cop is about an overweight security guard who takes his job a bit too seriously because he sees it as the closest he will ever get to being a cop. He had tried to be'Come a
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Casting for the film was absolutely superb, and props go to Kristy Carlson, the film's casting director. The Comedian also known in the film as Edward Blake is played by Jeffery Dean Morgan. He is the perfect combination of arrogant prick and total creep. Daniel Dreiberg, or Nite Owl II, was played by Patrick Wilson who portrayed his kind, caring and somewhat insecure character very well. Laurie Jupiter, alias Silk Spectre II, played by Malin Akerman, did an excellent job and balancing class and sex appeal. But the character that absolutely stole the show was, with no contest, Rorschach also known as Walter Kovacs. Jackie Earl
The cinematography, done by Larry Fong, was absolutely incredible. Fong successfully translated the graphic novel aethetic to film, and this is nowhere so obvious as in his expressive use of colour. All in all Watchmen is an exciting film. It is as enjoyable as it is fast paced. Don't be fooled by the comic book roots however, this is not a film for kids, or even young teens. While readers of the graphic novel have disliked it, others have thought it was entertaining. Either way, everybody is talking about it. Read the novel, see the film, and add your opinion to those of others.
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uncover the why's, who's and what's behind the murder of their friend and colleague. The film, all in all, is pleasing to the eye, but seemed to leave the viewer somewhat wanting. It took me a solid three days to form an opinion on this film, and I am still a little undecided. It was definitely enjoyable, and did a good job at keeping the viewer interested, but my overall impression of the film is a poor one.
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Cascades Fall Short at CCAA Volleyball Championships DALECORY UFVATHLETICS
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The Abbotsford consortium believes they can draw between 4000 and 6000 fans and with the additional operating costs of travel subsidies, the Fortunately for Luongo, his Canuck teammates were able to bail him out. In just thirty seconds, Henrik Sedin recorded his 13th and 14th goals of the seasons and re-established a two goal lead for the Canucks. The Kings would not get any closer, as the Canucks recorded their eighth straight home victory as a result of the 4-2 win. On Sunday evening, the Canucks took on one of the few teams out of the playoff race in the Western Conference.
There were whispers that the city of Abbotsford and a group oflocal business owners would pursue a WHL, ECHL or BCHL team, but this past week it surfaced that an AHL team is a top priority. The Calgary Flames made it known of their intentions to move their current farm team, the Quad Cities Flames, to Abbotsford and the new sports and entertainment complex. The application for this move is only the beginning of the process though. On the surface, it would seem obvious to support this motion. The Quad Cities Flames are suffering from a lack of fan support and are haemorrhaging money annually. 4HI- but will this be economically viable for not only the AHL, but OnAbbotsford? the other hand, Abbotsford has a die hard hockey fan base and a beautiful new arena to welcome the team. Unfortunately, there are a number of obstacles which could Canucks This Week
It would have been a prime opportunity for a let down game, but with the Canucks having dropped eight straight games to the Colorado Avalanche and jockeying for position in the Western Conference, there was no reason to come out tentatively against a team who had played the night before. In the first period, the Canucks continued their home dominance, blitzing the Avalanche for three first period goals. Kyle Wellwood, Alex Burrows and Taylor Pyatt all tallied in the Canucks dominant first period. In the second period, the Canucks stepped off the gas and paid for their tentative play. Ryan Smyth was able to cut the deficit to two goals. Just fourteen seconds into the third period, Roberto Luongo misplayed a puck behind the net, resulting in a Darcy Tucker goal and a harrowing final period. After dominating the first stanza, the Canucks had let the Avalanche creep back into the game. After a fortunate high sticking call on Ben Guite, the Canucks iced the game thanks to an Alex Edler power play goal. The 4-2 victory was the Canucks ninth consecutive home victory. With the win on Sunday, the Canucks found themselves alone in fifth place in the Western Conference. With eight points between the Canucks and the final playoff position, the Canucks playoff aspirations look to be on solid ground. Now, the Canucks could even afford to look above them. The Canucks are just two points behind a slumping Blackhawks team and are five points behind the Calgary Flames with a game in hand. This upcoming week, the Canucks have home games against the St. Louis Blues and Dallas Stars before travelling to Phoenix to take on the Coyotes fan support for the team will need to be consistently high in order for the team to break even. Another concern is the effect an AHL team in Abbotsford will have on junior hockey in the area. Specifically, the WHL's Chilliwack Bruins and the BCHL's Langley Chiefs. It is a distinct possibility that ownership groups in the Lower Mainland will attempt to influence the "No" vote regarding a move to Abbotsford. Ron Toigo has already been outspoken in his belief that an AHL team in Abbotsford will kill junior hockey in the Fraser Valley. Glen Sather and Brian Burke, both NHL General Manager's have ownership stakes in the Chilliwack Bruins and have a vested interest in the potential effects of an AHL team in Abbotsford on the Bruins. Also tied into the economic question marks surrounding an AHL team in Abbotsford is the viability of a fan base that is largely diehard Canucks fans supporting an affiliate of the arch rival Calgary Flames. This is arguably the least viable argument against the potential move. Given the support the Abbotsford populace gives the Chilliwack Bruins and the novelty of an AHL team in a city with precious few entertainment outlets, fan support for an AHL team would likely be extremely high. Supporting players who have yet to make their mark in the NHL will not create a conflict of interest regarding Canuck fans cheering for products of the Calgary Flames organization.
Petteri Nokelainen's first goal of the season put the Ducks up 3-2 heading into the third period. Unable to complete the comeback against the Kings on Monday, the Canucks were able to tie the game on Wednesday thanks to Ryan Kesler's 20th goal on the season. In overtime, a pair of penalties forced a rare sequence of three on three play. It was then that smooth skating Ducks defenseman Scott Niedermayer was able to capitalize, notching the overtime winner and saddling the Canucks with back to back losses on their California road trip. On Friday the 13th, the Canucks welcomed the Kings to GM Place, hoping for a measure of revenge and to buck a two game losing streak. On Monday, the Canucks found themselves down 2-0 after one period against the Kings, but on Friday the Canucks learned from their previous mistakes. The Canucks dominated the Kings early, out shooting the Kings 20-3 and establishing a 2-0 lead at the first intermission. Alex Burrows and Mats Sundin recorded the goals for the Canucks. A wild third period more than made up for a scoreless second period. Alexander Frolov cut the Canucks lead in half and just 26 seconds later, Anze Kopitar caught Roberto Luongo napping and snuck a shot short side, evening the game at .two a piece.
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The Cascades had their hopes of a national title dashed Friday evening after a straight-set loss to Grant MacEwan College, the Alberta Colleges Athletic Association champions, in the national semi-final. Just how evenly matched these teams were was evident from early in game one, as the Cascades and Griffins traded points back and forth, with neither able to gain a huge advantage over the other. When MacEwan took a 22-19 advantage, it was the first time in game one either team had a three-point lead. At 24-20, the· Cascades battled back to close within two. However, the Griffins took the next point, and game one, by a score of 25-20. The second set provided much of the same even play, with neither team able to get much of an advantage. The first three-point lead of this game came at 13-10 for MacEwan. The Griffins took advantage of some unforced errors on the part of the Cascades, who appeared nervous and tentative in the big match, to move in front 18-13. MacEwan jumped into a five-point advantage at 22-17, and finished off the Cascades with a 25-21 victory. The trend continued in game three. Fraser Valley kept the game close, but couldn't get on a role. With the game tied at 20, Grant MacEwan pulled away, and scored a 25-21 victory to take out the Cascades in threestraight games. On Saturday, the Cascades faced rival Camosun for a place in the bronze medal game. Unfortunately, the Cascades suffered a straight set loss to Camosun, dashing their medal hopes. The defeat was heartbreaking for the veteran Cascades, who graduate three key players. Saturday against the Chargers at the Syncrude Sport and Wellness Centre, Fraser Valley went down 25-18, 25-16, 25-13. Camosun had Fraser Valley's number all season, defeating the Cascades twice during the regular season, and scoring a five-set victory over UFV in the BC Colleges' Athletic Association championship game. Derek Fletcher, Garth VanGaalen and Adam Sippel have now finished their careers for Fraser Valley. All three were five-year players for the Cascades, and were keys to the team's successful 12-4 season.
The Cascades opened the Canadian Colleges Athletic Association (CCAA) championships Thursday with a straight set victory over Algonquin College, the Ontario Colleges Athletic Association champion·s: · The Cascade men brought their 'A' game to the court, scoring a 25-22, 25-17, 25-21 win over the Thunder to open the tournament, being staged at Keyano College in Fort McMurray, AB. The Cascades, who lost the British Columbia Colleges' Athletic Association (BCCAA) final in five sets to Camosun College of Victoria, gained entrance into the national championships as a wildcard team, and are seeded sixth out of the eight teams taking part. Algonquin, the third seed, was unable to provide blocking against the powerful offence created by outside hitter Derek Fletcher, the BCCAA Male Volleyball Player of the Year. But in this match, it was a total team effort which led to the dominating victory over Algonquin. "It's a great start for us obviously. The guys played with a ton of composure, and just executed what we planned. It was good to see. A lot of people stepped up and contributed. We would get down a few points, and bounce right back," stated Cascades head coach Greg Russell after the match, which the Cascades dominated from start to finish. "It's the attitude and intensity. There's a calmness there too, and that's what I like to see. It's not frantic intensity, just being in-the-game, taking it one point at a time, and not getting upset about stuff that doesn't go our way. Algonquin is a big team, and powerful, and we took all that away."
TERRYSINGH SPORTSEDITOR W ith roughly another month left in the NHL regular season, the Vancouver Canucks find themselves embroiled in another exciting stretch run. After a disastrous month of January where the Canucks found themselves free falling in the Western Conference standings, the re-establishment of home ice advantage has allowed the Canucks to build a cushion between themselves and the eight and final playoff spot in the Western Conference. Heading into this week's action, the Canucks had won seven consecutive games at home. But, to begin this week the Canucks embarked on a short road trip to California to take on the Los Angeles Kings and Anaheim Ducks. On Monday, the Canucks faced off against an upstart Kings team who were battling to secure their first playoff berth since the 2002 season. After a statement win against the Sharks on Saturday, the Canucks started slowly against the Kings. The Canucks found themselves trailing 2-0 at the first intermission. Shortly into the second period, red hot winger Alex Burrows beat Kings Goaltender Jonathan Quick with a slap shot from the blue line, cutting the Canucks deficit in half. Unfortunately for the Canucks, Jarrett Stoll recorded his second power play goal of the game, re-establishing a two goal lead for the Kings. Despite re-inventing themselves as cardiac kids as of late, a Taylor Pyatt marker early in the third period was as close as the Canucks could get, dropping the game 3-2. On Wednesday, the Canucks travelled to Anaheim i:otakeon the Ducks, another team competing with the Canucks for a playoff spot. Just like in their previous game, the Canucks found themselves down 20. But, a pair of quick goals by Alex Burrows and Kyle Wellwood evened the score midway through the second period.
TERRYSINCiH SPORTSEDITOR W ith a sparking new 7,000 seat arena set to open in the coming weeks next to the UFV campus, sports fans are keen on what options could arise for a tenant of the new sports and entertainment complex. Most importantly, the prospective move by the Flames AHL affiliate to Abbotsford must be approved by the AHL board governors. The motion must receive at least 75% support (22 of 29 votes) in order to pass. hinder the passing of this motion by the board of governors. Firstly, the majority of the teams in the AHL are located in the Eastern half of the United States, making travel to Abbotsford costly and inefficient. The Abbotsford ownership group has promised to provide travel subsidies for visiting teams,
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