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CONTENT OCTOBER 2019 NEWS 04 Urban Farms Are Feeding Calgary 06 Saitsa Rebrand
October 8, 2019 16 Keeping Cool When Climate Change
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ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT 18 The Game Changers Movie Review
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rban farming is a bright part of Calgary’s future, according to several new businesses and non-profits in town.
With news of food deserts in downtown Calgary and access to healthy food options becoming more important, there is a market for new techniques to fill the void. Deepwater Farms is one of those pioneering companies using sustainable techniques to grow fresh lettuce and seafood in Calgary’s south east. They were the first hydroponic operation in the city when they opened in 2018. Paul Shumlich, one of the company’s founders, said it’s all about efficiency and keeping up with the best ways to provide people with fresh food.
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“We now have robots doing all of our seeding and harvesting, which used to be a labour-intensive process,” Shumlich told the Alberta Vulture. Their system is symbiotic, and they are able to grow fresh greens year-round. Grow Calgary, a non-profit organization, is another group growing fresh food within the city limits. Since 2013, everything they have harvested has been donated to local charities, and they have lobbied the city to relax bylaws around urban farms.
At this time, the future of Grow Calgary is uncertain because the non-profit and the new UCP government have hit an impasse over who will pay for the farm’s relocation. Another urban farm project in the city’s south east broke ground this summer, and is a partnership between the Compost Council of Canada and the City of Calgary. This initiative is an effort to provide fresh food and rejuvenate the soil in unused land in the city. “This city has lots of vacant land that’s not doing anything, so let’s put it to use,” said Mike Dorian, one of the project’s urban farmers. Calgary bylaw is also looking at revising some of the rules that can stifle urban farms, like a ban on livestock within the city. Those decisions are still forthcoming, but local urban farmers are not deterred. Shumlich thinks it’s inevitable that farming will evolve. “People need fresh food and there will always be new ways to do that.”
The organization is run by 30,000 volunteers, and provides not only fresh food, but education on sustainable urban farming. Due to construction of the ring road, Grow Calgary has relocated from their plot of land on the west edge of the city, to the south end.
Freshly picked assorted vegetables ready to be brought inside and washed.
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Saitsa REBRAND “We needed to elevate our value of what we provide students.”
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his summer, Saitsa updated its brand identity (colours, logo, font and website) for the new school year.
The logo was changed from the previous red and white crest, to a lowercase word with an asterisk-type shape. Stephanie Collins, Saitsa Marketing and Communications Manager, believes the rebrand was necessary to help students understand the value behind their students’ association fees. Prior to the change, students had difficulty identifing the difference between SAIT and Saitsa’s programs, services, operations, and events. The original crest was simply dated. It worked for print, Collins explains, but today’s society is digital and the rebrand should be something that works for media and print. “We are digital heavy as far as consumption, and how we view things,” said Collins. The planning process for the new rebrand started two years ago in March, and featured a lot of research to see what products or services students associated with Saitsa. Students, focus groups, the Saitsa Executive Council, and the Saitsa Board of Directors were all consulted in the process. The graphics for
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the rebrand were created by alumni Ian Regier (2001) in consultation with the Marketing and Communications department. Saitsa was looking for something which complimented SAIT’s catalyst symbol but also uniquely set them apart. They accomplished this by dropping the all-caps acronym-look of “SAITSA” to a word “Saitsa” which it is most commonly referred to around campus. The asterisk symbolizes the five Saitsa core values, and expresses the idea that working together as a whole is greater than what can be achieved individually. The new rebrand also had to pair easily with existing brands such as The Gateway and Odyssey so as to not take away from their brand recognition. Saitsa chose violet because they wanted a colour that would stand out from SAIT’s historical red colour. “If we really wanted to stand out and be innovative in our approach, violet was the way to go,” said Collins.
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“The violet adds the vibrancy piece to help us elevate our presence on campus, and to answer the question of who we are, and what we do.”
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FRIDAYS FOR FUTURE PROTEST AT CITY HALL Students protesting inaction on climate change as part of YYC Climate Week
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Fridays For Future in March 2019, because she had been inspired by the work Thunberg was doing, and learned about the Friday protests in Calgary.
Hundreds of Calgary area students took part in the event, which was part of a larger global event that saw millions of people across the world take to the streets in support of increased climate action.
“I found this as a way to get my voice out there, and try to make some change,” said Jackson.
“The big message we’re trying to get across is we want our governments to take climate action,” said Rose Jackson Student Organizer, Fridays for Future. In addition to the YYC Climate Parade and Expo, Global Climate Week Calgary hosted a number of events between Sept. 20-27 that included lectures, fundraisers, and workshops to support future climate action in the community. Fridays for Future, which was one of the key organizers of the event, began after teenage climate activist Greta Thunberg garnered international attention for striking outside of the Swedish Parliament. Since then, Fridays for Future has spread to more than 270 cities, and the Sept. 20th’s protest attracted over four million participants around the globe. Jackson, an environmental sciences student at the University of Calgary (U of C), started with 8
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To Jackson, the event is mainly about raising awareness and starting conversations about the many difficult trade-offs our society will have to make in order to make meaningful steps towards climate action.
TOMMY’S TWO CENTS: 16oz MAXAM TRAVEL MUG
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o..uh…bummer about the planet hey?
To be honest with you, this pretty blue marble is looking like a bit of a gong show lately.
Extending from top bit of plastic is an ergonomic hand grip that screams functionality. Unfortunately, however, I was completely catfished by this purchase. This was like going on a tinder date with a guy who says he’s 6’1” in his bio, but in reality, you’re a head taller than him wearing flats.
You’re probably thinking “Tommy, relax, how bad can a mug really be?”
I mean there’s plastic in the oceans, polar bears are drowning because of melting ice caps, coral reefs are dying every day because of rising acidity in the oceans, and worst of all, beer at the Saddledome is $10.50.
You’re probably thinking “Tommy, relax, how bad can a mug really be?” Well, I’ll tell you.
Things are going from bad to worse quickly and the way I see it, we’ve got two choices. We can either blame it all on the Boomers, or we can lace up our skates and take things into our own confused, millennial hands.
This mug, when tipped upside down, drained itself dry in under a minute. 51.07 seconds to be exact. Bed Bath & Beyond sells pasta strainers more waterproof than this mug.
Being who I am, the resident broke person here at the Weal, I thought I might try to help clear your conscience by recommending a financially viable travel mug to help reduce the amount of disposable coffee cups we use.
Next up was the durability test. Hindsight would have had me do this test last, but hindsight and I are unacquainted. A three-foot lob onto concrete shattered this mug with less resistance than the walls of Jericho.
Even in a province that is heavily influenced by oil and gas, students of the Calgary Board of Education and the Calgary Catholic School District were given the day off school so they could voice support and participate in the event.
Now, the fact the travel mug under review had zero indication of a brand name probably should have been a red flag for me, but being the cheap-ass I am, I couldn’t say no to the $2.50 price tag.
“I believe if we become stronger and form a bigger collective, I hope real change can happen, and we can look back on this as a moment to remember,” said Jackson.
At first glance, this mug looks like a dream come true. It sports a sleek stainless-steel body, with black plastic trim accenting the top and bottom.
You won’t hear me say this often, but sometimes buying the cheapest option isn’t always the least expensive option. With this travel mug you can destroy your laptop, textbooks and all of your work in less time than it takes to make a morning coffee.
Nicole Lardeur, a U of C student participating in the event agrees. “Living in Calgary it’s difficult trying to talk to people about the climate crisis, because Alberta loves oil and gas, but it’s killing us, so I’m glad to see a whole bunch of like-minded people here who are committed to a healthier future,” said Lardeur.
The point of getting a reusable mug is to take advantage of discounted coffee prices and to
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cut back on our single-use waste. This mug didn’t do either. Not only did I send one more item to the landfill, but I shorted myself $2.50 (my net worth). Sometimes it’s cheaper in the long run to not be cheap. Do yourself and the planet a favour, and buy a reusable mug from Walmart, or anywhere that’s not a dollar store. Contigo and Stanley make amazing mugs that will never leak in your backpack, and you can always buy one secondhand at Value Village. Saving money on coffee is nice, but saving our planet is nicer. I think we should all be using reusable mugs whenever we can, but that’s just my two cents.
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WASTELESS ALTERNATIVES
to reduce the use of single-use plastics By Kendra Marshall Justin Trudeau announced in early June, Canada’s plan to ban harmful single-use plastics as early as 2021. Whether you are considering making changes, or have already started to reduce plastic use in your daily life, we have compiled a list of alternative products and budget-worthy considerations to get you thinking about other sustainable options.
Storage Beeswax wraps They are a lightweight, breathable and natural wrap that will help prolong the life of your food. Beeswax wraps easily fold around your food or dish, making them a good alternative to plastic wrap. One of the best things about these wraps are their versatility. They come in a variety of sizes, which are suitable for smaller items, like cut lemons or half-eaten granola bars, and for larger items, like a loaf of bread or a head of cauliflower. One option is Abeego wraps.
Reusable Snack Bags Options range from silicone bags to cotton bags, and because they are often resealable, make a great lunch companion for your cut veggies or sliced apples. These bags are a great alternative to plastic snack bags, which don’t have a long reusable life. Also, don’t feel limited to use them only for food items. They can be useful as a travel pack for your toiletries or as pencil case for your school essentials.
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Food and Drink
Shopping
Reusable Straws Reusable straws can be necessary for slurping your favourite smoothie, protein shake, or soda. One option is Straw Hut Co., which operates in Calgary. They offer an assortment of straws, including bamboo, silicone, stainless steel, and glass, to name a few.
Reusable Bags Reusable Drink Cup
Utensils Whether you are packing a lunch for on-the-go or dining where plastic utensils are your only option, consider packing your own reusable set. Take from your stash at home, or, if you are looking to add one to your essentials pack, consider a spork. There are some great lightweight options, like the Sea to Summit alpha light spork.
A travel mug can act as a portable hydration-station or a thermos for a favourite beverage. Your choice of a reusable drink cup might depend on what you want to use it for, but the nice thing is some brands, like Yeti and Klean Kanteen for example, make alternative lids choices for their mugs that are bought separately. On-campus at SAIT, you can bring your own mug to fill up your beverage of choice at The Odyssey Coffeehouse or at The Station Market.
There is a reusable bag for every occasion, for instance, shopping bags, bread bags, produce bags, milk bags, and soap bags. And whether you start with one, or end up with many, they should be durable enough to last you a long time; thus, making it a useful investment. Produce bags should come with a tag that displays the weight of the bag, so make sure the weight is deducted from your total when going through the till. The Better Farm Co. sells a reusable canvas shopping bag with six pockets to store jars so they don’t roll around, bumping into one another.
B.Y.O.C Whether you have fabric bags, glass or stainless-steel containers, consider bringing your own container to buy your items in bulk. Ask a store ahead of time if this is a service they offer, and if they don’t, maybe they will consider offering it in the future.
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Budget-worthy considerations
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Lonely Dishes
Mason Jars
Were you once convinced that buying multiple dish sets would be in your best interest, but now they just spend most days stored in your kitchen cupboards? Well then, by golly – let’s give them a purpose! This low maintenance solution allows you to store your washed lettuce or leftover mac n’ cheese in a bowl covered with a plate.
If you know a savvy canner who is willing to part with a few jars from a collection that has been passed down through generations, then mason jars can be a great option. Although if their grip is firm, fear not, you can often find these jars lining the shelves at a second-hand store or at a local grocer.
Most grocery stores will have boxes for you to pack your groceries or items for no additional charge. Simply return any boxes to the store for another shopper to use, or if you have the space, they make for great gear storage in your trunk in-between shopping adventures.
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NO more
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he western world’s approach to meat consumption does not need to be a hardline rejection of meat products altogether. However, being conscious about what we put on our tables – like only eating one meat-based meal a week, perhaps – would be a significant step towards reducing our carbon footprint. Whether it’s price, accessibility, or education, choosing meat substitutes to fit a plant-based lifestyle is becoming easier. As the world begins to alter its collective ideology around meat consumption and personal carbon footprints, the excuses often used in the past to justify our personal environmental impacts are disappearing. Beyond Meat options, found at places like A&W and Tim Hortons, make it affordable to eat out as a vegetarian or vegan. Many grocery stores have a wide selection of meatless proteins, making plant-based foods more accessible than ever.
Saving the planet with plantbased diets
Calgary has dozens of vegan and vegetarian restaurants dedicated to making plant-based meals that appeal to everyone. “I want to make people aware of the health and environmental benefits [associated with plant-based diets], and allow them to make their decision,” said Manish Bindal, co-owner of Veg-In YYC.
By Travis Klemp Photo by Rorie Stannard
Veg-In YYC café is a vegan restaurant nestled in Calgary’s downtown core. Manish, along with Sehra Bindal, the restaurant’s creative and culinary talent, opened the café in 2016 as a way to combat the bland vegetarian options commonly offered at other restaurants. They blend western and traditional recipes to
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Nuts and seed are high in protein and can easily be incorporated into everyday meals.
create well-balanced meals that provide high amounts of protein and nutrients. Manish said social media platforms, such as Facebook and Instagram, are great resources for finding nutritional, vegan, and vegetarian recipes. Many of these recipes can help with learning how to properly utilize legumes, such as beans and lentils, to consume the necessary daily protein intake. Someone who is 200 lbs needs roughly 70 grams of protein per day, according the Harvard School of Public Health, it’s important to know how to get proteins in to a diet with the absence of meat. Maggie Wysocki, co-host on the popular environment and gardening podcast, ‘From Soil to Soul’, has adopted a plant-based diet for the last four years. Wysocki said learning how to grow her own food was a major influencer on her decision to eliminate meat from her diet. “It is hard to fathom the amount of resources it takes to feed the livestock we eat when those same resources could be used to feed so much of the planet,” says Wysocki. Greenhouse Gas (GHG) emissions – specifically those produced by the agriculture industry - are a significant source of the unprecedented rise of the global temperature. For example, according to the World Resource Institute (WRI), making just a single pound of lamb generates 30 times the GHGs than a pound of lentils. From Soil to Soul Podcast, hosted by Maggie Wysocki and Dave Hanson, is released every Tuesday wherever you get your podcasts. VegIn YYC can be found on Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram and is located at 215 6 ave SE.
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KEEPING COOL WHEN CLIMATE CHANGE COMES UP For When Tough Conversations Arise
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ifficult conversations about climate change are necessary for any real change to happen, but anyone who has been online can tell you, those conversations can be exhausting.
lives, and it’s hard not to be passionate about that.”
The best way to have an honest discussion about climate change is to find common ground, Protecting one’s energy and health while talking arm yourself with facts, reputable sources, and about climate change can be difficult. The best show the other person you are listening. thing to do, when you find yourself getting upset “If you see someone getting upset or agitated, is to slow down, said Ricardo Avelar, a counsellor slowing the conversation down is a good idea,” with SAIT’s Student Development and Counselling Avelar added. services. “We need to remind ourselves of our common He said keeping your cool can be hard when the interests.” topic feels personal, or if it directly affects you or Avelar suggests finding out why a person has something you care about. reached their opinion and how they got there as a “We all have soft spots and things close and way to keep communication open. personal to us, and we won’t be able to have the Another problem is not everyone goes into same kind of self-regulation.” these conversations with an open mind. Ren Harley, currently upgrading at SAIT, said Personal attacks can happen when people that can be the hardest part of talking about get upset, or when someone isn’t interested in climate change. listening in the first place. “It’s easy to get angry when someone doesn’t, “You can remind them of the purpose of the or won’t, see your side,” she said in an conversation, and sometimes, you can say ‘okay, interview. this conversation is done’ and walk away.” “It’s our future, our Recognizing the signs of this and removing yourself from the conversation is an important ability many people don’t get to use on a regular basis, said Avelar. “We’re spending a lot of time finding people who think like us, but these are skills we need to practice.” Regardless of what side you take, it can be easy to lash out in the heat of the moment. There is a simple solution to this. “Own it,” said Avelar. “It’s really hard, but sometimes you have to let go of the idea of being right.”
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Wilks stumbled across a study about Roman gladiators which concluded they ate little or no meat, which seemed far-fetched to him, as he had always believed animal protein was necessary to build muscle, recover from injury, and sustain energy.
THE GAME CHANGERS
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s more research and evidence is unearthed showing that reducing your meat and dairy intake and shifting towards a plant-based diet can make you healthier and reduce your carbon footprint, a star-studded documentary showcasing those benefits was released. Making its one-night-only debut on Sept. 16, The Game Changers is a “a revolutionary documentary about meat, protein, and strength.” Following UFC winner and special forces trainer, James Wilks, he delves into researching the optimal diet for recovery and training after a devastating injury he suffered in 2011.
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The film showcases elite athletes, from Morgan Mitchell, two-time Australian 400m champion, Patrik Baboumian, world-record holding strongman, Derrick Morgan, Tennessee Titans linebacker, Bryant Jennings, heavyweight boxer, Dotsie Bausch, eight-time US national cycling champion, Kendrick Farris, American recordholding weightlifter, to Scott Jurek, recordholding ultramarathon runner, who follow a plantbased diet and are beating their meat-eating counterparts. With executive producers like James Cameron, Jackie Chan, and Arnold Schwarzenegger, Game Changers is a fascinating and shocking film that will change how a person looks at meat, our effect on the environment, and our bodies. Yes, you can build muscle on a plant-based diet. Yes, your body will recover well on a plantbased diet, and yes, you don’t need to eat animal products three times a day to get your daily protein requirements. Hitting your body’s caloric requirements in a day will suffice.
It’s well-known the meat industry and animal agriculture are two of the biggest culprits in greenhouse gas emissions and their detrimental effect on the planet, both massively contributing to climate change, and it has people worried, not only in present day, but for the future. Not all hope is lost, though. There are many ways we can be sustainable now, and for the future. From driving less, supporting local people and companies instead of major companies and corporations, and limiting singleuse items like plastic straws, and grocery bags by bringing your own. Making efforts like filling your plate and grocery haul with plant-based foods instead of meat and dairy products are steps we can take to help the planet. Reducing your animal intake and eating mostly plant-based is one of the most powerful and sustainable things one can do to reduce our impact on the environment. We all have the opportunity to make an impact and change.
The rise of plant-based diets, not only among athletes, but in general, is becoming increasingly popular, especially as people are also looking at ways to reduce their carbon footprint on the planet.
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ECO FRIENDLY ATHLETE Student athlete believes every little action towards saving the environment counts
PART OF A WHOLE ‘Not just one man’ Trojans cross country speedster sees success at Edmonton Grand Prix
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nika Dyck, SAIT women’s volleyball outside hitter and second year journalism student, has been enjoying the challenges of going out of her comfort zone to get acquainted with people she normally would not talk to while also playing volleyball. “I get to pursue two of my passions at the same time rather than just one.” Dyck said saving the environment should get the same amount of attention as the Notre Dame Cathedral, which was gutted after a massive fire in April. “It only took two days to fundraise $1 billion,” said Dyck.
“I believe a little goes a long way, which is why I carpool as often as possible, pack my lunch using reusable containers, use a reusable water bottle, and have completely stopped using straws,” said Dyck. Many companies have helped Dyck with her environmental consciousness. 4Ocean, Serengetee, Pura Vido, Sand Cloud and Wholesome Culture are some of the eco-conscious companies supported by Dyck. “I love supporting people who are passionate about the environment. “Every little bit helps.”
“I understand it is an important landmark, but I think the planet we live on should be high priority.” Everything happening in the Amazon rainforest, and massive patches of garbage floating in the ocean means the environment is in serious danger, said Dyck. 20
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rant Lauweryssen took third place in the first and second 8km races of the ACAC Grand Prix cross-country meets in Edmonton and Red Deer.
“Previous years we had a lot of expectations on us, I feel like no one really thinks it’s possible for us to win Nationals.”
Despite the skeptics, Lauweryssen sets his Three other men’s Trojan athletes also placed goals high. in the top ten of both races. “Our personal goals for some of the more “Every year, we have our goals set for Nationals. experienced racers like [Jacque Saayman] and The team medal is the one that counts the most, myself [is] to bring along the [less experienced] runners on our team and make them feel more not any individual medal,” said Lauweryssen. confident,” Lauweryssen, third year Business Administration “We want to make the team really deep this student at SAIT, is a Trojans cross country competitor coming off of his third consecutive year.” men’s team title. SAIT hosted the season’s fourth ACAC Grand If the Trojans win the 2019-2020 season, it would Prix event on Saturday, Sept. 28 at Confederation make SAIT the first men’s team in conference Park, and will host the ACAC Championship in late October. history to win a fourth-straight team title. “Obviously our team is feeling good,” said Lauweryssen.
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