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The Voice

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International News Desk – At Home: School bus driver wins battle to keep data Canadian – In Foreign News: Economic downturn hurts wage parity

At Home: School bus driver wins battle to keep data Canadian When it comes to employee background checks, the aim is usually to protect an employer and its customers. But a Saskatoon bus driver has scored a victory when it comes to protecting the privacy of Canadian workers. Stephanie Sydiaha, a driver for First Student… Read more »

International News Desk – At Home: Concert promoter to sue over kirpan cancellation – In Foreign News: Virologist says longer school holidays will fight H1N1 spread

At Home: Concert promoter to sue over kirpan cancellation A concert promoter is threatening to sue the Telus Convention Centre in Calgary after guards refused entry to fans wearing kirpans, and the event was cancelled. Punjabi singing star Gurdas Maan was already on stage Sunday evening when about 10 fans were refused entry to the… Read more »

AUSU This Month – Annual AGM Held; Media Committee Started

Annual AGM Held As you probably already know from the AGM Report put out by the Voice, AUSU held its annual general meeting on March 23, 2009. In that meeting a number of important revisions to the definitions of AUSU membership occurred, to make sure that the Councillors you elect are able to represent you… Read more »

Did You Know? – AU Starter Kit

If You’re a new AU student (or are thinking of becoming one), a great resource to get things on the right track is the AU Starter Kit. The kit includes links to information on how to enrol in undergraduate courses, ways to access financial aid, and how to apply for graduate courses. Studying at an… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – Tree Houses

There’s something irresistible about watching the world from a perch among the branches, and tree houses are as popular today as ever. Assuming your zoning bylaws don’t cramp your style, these images prove that the sky’s the limit. New Tree Houses of the World Pete Nelson, a leading tree house designer and builder, has travelled… Read more »

AUSU This Month – Annual AGM Held; Media Committee Started

Annual AGM Held As you probably already know from the AGM Report put out by the Voice, AUSU held its annual general meeting on March 23, 2009. In that meeting a number of important revisions to the definitions of AUSU membership occurred, to make sure that the Councillors you elect are able to represent you… Read more »

Click of the Wrist – Ice

Whether It’s a tiny cube in a glass or an enormous berg floating across the ocean, ice comes in a surprising variety of forms for such a simple substance. Here’s a look at just a few of its many faces. The Blue Lagoon When it comes to chunks of ice, glaciers are the granddaddies of… Read more »

International News Desk – At Home: NL eliminates student-loan interest – In Foreign News: Voluntary ban on hiring dropouts suggested in Texas

At Home: NL eliminates student-loan interest It’s never easy juggling courses and student loan applications, and it can be even harder paying those loans back, but things just got a little easier for students in Newfoundland and Labrador. As of midnight on August 1, the provincial government will ?eliminate the interest on student loans,? as… Read more »