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Bill C-31 combats cyberbulling
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On Nov. 20, new legislation was announced with the purpose of combatting cyberbullying in light of Bullying Awareness Week. Bill C-31 was tabled on
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Beer price comparison contested
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Last summer, University of Waterloo professor Anindya Sen released a study that determined Ontarians were paying $9.50 more for their beer than Quebecers. Now,
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Prof creates invisibility cloak
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A University of Toronto professor and a PhD candidate have developed an invisibility cloak made out of a meta-material that allows objects to appear
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Cell phones proven to disrupt sleep cycles
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Scientific studies are finding that sleeping with, or near, a cellphone can have serious adverse effects on health. A 2010 study conducted by Pew
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Tobacco use under fire
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The Ontario government has rolled out new legislation this week aiming to reduce the provincial smoking rate to the lowest in Canada. The Youth
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White poppies spark controversy
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A controversial campaign in Ottawa has students and professionals largely divided. The political stir was caused by a “white poppy” campaign for Remembrance Day
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Recent report reveals surprising sex facts for university students
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When it comes to sex, Canadian university and college students are not exactly being safe. No glove, no love is how the saying goes;
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Canada’s wireless outperforms US
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Canada’s wireless speed is reportedly much faster than our southern neighbours. A new study, conducted by an online computer magazine, PC magazine, investigated the
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Inquiry finds fault with Aboriginal treatment
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Following an investigation into the conditions of Canada’s Aboriginal population, United Nations Special Rapporteur James Anaya is recommending that the government launch an inquiry
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Minimum wage recipients increase
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A global recession has left lingering effects. The changing labour market has dramatically altered the workforce in Ontario, with the number of people earning
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