On March 20, Divest McGill, Climate Justice Montreal, and other local climate activist organizations held a protest as part of Change Course’s National Day of Action, demanding that Canada’s “Big Five” banks remove their presence on Canadian campuses until they meet several conditions. Among these are the cancellation of finances[Read More…]
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SSMU Legislative Council postpones Midnight Kitchen funding debate
The Students’ Society of McGill University (SSMU) held its fifth Legislative Council meeting of the semester on March 20. The council discussed discretionary funding for the Midnight Kitchen, a SSMU food pantry initiative, and proposed amendments to the Policy on Harmful Military Technology. The first hour of the meeting was[Read More…]
“Money’s nice, championships are better:” Eagles’ banner year battered by big departures
Since Super Bowl LIX, many National Football League (NFL) fans are questioning their team’s plan for the next season, namely the reigning champions, the Philadelphia Eagles. After a rough and defeated exit during the 2023-2024 season, General Manager Howie Roseman saw the importance of the offseason, marking one year since[Read More…]
Addressing perinatal mental health disparities among immigrant parents in Canada
Pregnancy and postpartum can be emotionally overwhelming, and for first- and second-generation immigrants, these challenges are often intensified by cultural barriers, discrimination, and limited access to mental health resources. According to Statistics Canada, nearly 23 per cent of Canadians were born outside of the country, making it essential to address[Read More…]
Know your neighbourhood: Little Portugal
When Montreal’s winter becomes too harsh, a temporary escape to Little Portugal offers a charming refuge. The neighbourhood exudes the warm, laid-back atmosphere of southern Europe, even as snow piles up and plows roam the streets. Situated in the western portion of the Mont-Royal Plateau, Little Portugal stretches along several[Read More…]
Arts students will no longer be able to pursue certain Independent Study Aways this summer
Effective Summer 2025, BA, BTh, and BSW students at McGill will no longer be able to pursue Independent Study Away (ISA) programs outside of Canada. The change was initially announced by the Arts Office of Advising and Student Information Services (OASIS) on Nov. 14, 2024, in response to an update[Read More…]
Sleep on it: ‘Share Your Sleep Story’ spotlights sleep as a healthcare and human right
When all the world is asleep, the body is hard at work. While many people view their resting hours as lost time, the Share Your Sleep Story initiative explores sleep as time invested in a deeply human act of being. The public engagement initiative highlights individuals’ experiences with sleep—and the[Read More…]
Where’s the Ref? Israel and the 2026 FIFA World Cup
The movement to ban Israel and its teams from all upcoming FIFA tournaments has gained significant traction since February—a period of time contained, ironically, by ceasefire on its foundational end. The “Show Israel the Red Card” campaign began on Feb. 19, when Celtic F.C. supporters in Scotland unfurled a huge[Read More…]
How mental health care improves the wellbeing of women living with HIV
For many women living with human immunodeficiency virus (HIV), managing their health means navigating a complex web of challenges that extend beyond the virus itself. From dealing with stigma and past trauma to financial and caregiving responsibilities, addressing mental health struggles often takes a backseat. But new research highlights just[Read More…]
Cianalas brings Celtic charm to Montreal
With St. Patrick’s Day behind us but spring ahead, the lilting Celtic tunes of Montreal-based band Cianalas make the perfect soundtrack for a city shaking off the last chills of winter. The band played their first headline show on March 19 at Quai des Brumes, a dimly lit bar on[Read More…]
