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St Patrick’s, Marshall Street and the Sniper
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On the weekend of March 13th to 16th, Laurier students gathered along Marshall Street to celebrate what Laurier celebrates best: St. Patrick’s Day—all despite the frigid forecast. Every year, the City of Waterloo declares a Community
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How the Lazaridis Students’ Society Is Shaping Laurier’s Next Generation of Business Leaders
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From case competitions to mentorship programs, LazSoc’s student‑driven initiatives are shaping Laurier’s next generation of business talent. At Wilfrid Laurier University, the Lazaridis Students’ Society (LazSoc)
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Laurier Students Run from Waterloo to Guelph to Raise Awareness for Colorectal Cancer
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Three students from Wilfrid Laurier University are turning personal loss and lived experience into action, organizing a long-distance run from Waterloo to Guelph to raise awareness
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Growing a New Era of Women’s Leadership in Uptown Waterloo
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On March 6, the Uptown Waterloo Business Improvement Area (BIA) partnered with the City of Waterloo to host the International Women’s Day Market and
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MCC Ontario to Supply 28,000 Cans of Protein Annually to Food Bank
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On March 9, the Food Bank of Waterloo Region and MCC Ontario formed a partnership to address the growing issue of food insecurity in
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Fashion for Change Brings Literature to Life on the Runway
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On March 21, the University of Waterloo hosted its 14th annual Fashion for Change show at the Hagey Hall Theatre. Fashion for Change is
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Sniper Deployment at Waterloo St. Patrick’s Day Party Sparks Community Outcry
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Amended nuisance rules and a declared safety event set the stage for a controversial police response to the annual St. Patrick’s Day crowds Although
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Economic Outlook 2026: Canada Must Brace for Volatility, Say Leading Economists
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On Feb. 11, Wilfrid Laurier University hosted its 35th annual Economic Outlook event. This year’s theme is: The Era of Uncertainty. As global tariffs continue to
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Ford’s Water Bill Sparks Backlash
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Premier Doug Ford continues to face criticism over proposed legislative changes that some argue move Ontario closer to water privatization. On Oct. 20, Ford’s Progressive Conservative
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Laurier Unveils Largest University Dome in Ontario for Year-Round Training
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On Feb. 1, Wilfrid Laurier University opened a new multi-use dome at the University Stadium located in Waterloo Park, providing students, varsity athletes and the broader Waterloo community
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