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- [TMU reopens following snowstorm](https://ontherecordnews.ca/snow-prompts-tmu-to-cancel-in-person-classes/) - Classes are running as scheduled on Thursday.
- [Opinion: COVID-19: A devil in disguise](https://ontherecordnews.ca/covid-19-a-devil-in-disguise-2/) - When the first COVID-19 case was announced in Ontario, I never thought I’d be among the survivors, let alone a long-hauler. Everyone’s journey with this virus is unique, including my own. It has been a crazy ride since the very beginning. It started with a scratchy throat in the early morning of March 10. That
- [Opinion: Nine months on, Ryerson student still suffering from COVID-19 after-effects](https://ontherecordnews.ca/nine-months-on-ryerson-student-still-suffering-from-covid-19-after-effects/) - ‘My symptoms have simply plateaued – no worse, no better’
- [Opinion: All ‘rapped up’ in a male-dominated industry](https://ontherecordnews.ca/all-rapped-up-in-a-male-dominated-industry/) - “There’s a privilege to being a man in hip hop and music in general,” says Akintoye, an up-and-coming Toronto male rapper and TikTok star. This is not an opinion; it is the verifiable truth. And it’s ironic. The fact that we are living in a time dubbed “the female rapper renaissance,” where women are putting
- [Opinion: Sincerely, a nurse’s daughter](https://ontherecordnews.ca/sincerely-a-nurses-daughter/) - I was five or six years old the first time I remember visiting a hospital. I needed antibiotics for my ear infection that came on suddenly in the middle of the night. I was sitting at my mom’s triage desk in the emergency department at St. Joseph’s Health Centre, where she’d already worked for four
- [Opinion: Being a student is my top priority, but debt doesn’t care](https://ontherecordnews.ca/being-a-student-is-my-top-priority-but-debt-doesnt-care/) - Post-secondary education is the ticket to landing a job in the field of your choice. Whether you want to pursue a career in health care, teaching or engineering, having a post-secondary degree is the bare minimum required to even be qualified. Unfortunately, college and university programs are not government-funded, which makes this ticket to success
- [Opinion: Letter to a first-year: overcoming obstacles](https://ontherecordnews.ca/letter-to-a-first-year-overcoming-obstacles/) - I could sit here and detail how to be a good student: take notes, attend all your classes, study hard and push yourself. Or, I could stress how important it is to take this time to care for yourself: enjoy time out with friends, go on adventures, spend what you can on great experiences. These
- [Opinion: It’s all in my head: Carrying childhood trauma into post-secondary education](https://ontherecordnews.ca/its-all-in-my-head-carrying-childhood-trauma-into-post-secondary-education/) - For as long as I can remember, my automatic reaction when someone screams at me has been crying. I always present myself with a tough exterior, but the moment someone raises their voice towards me, I start crying. I’ve never known why. This reaction may be something you expect from a child or an early
- [Opinion: Snap out of it: A journey of undiagnosed ADHD](https://ontherecordnews.ca/snap-out-of-it-a-journey-of-undiagnosed-adhd/) - For as long as I can remember, I’ve had a tumultuous relationship with school. While my academic performance was generally strong throughout elementary and high school, I found myself constantly struggling with productivity and focus. In Grade 12, I remember sitting down at my desk to work on an essay for English class. Two hours
- [Opinion: How the Weather Could Be Affecting Your Mood](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-the-weather-could-be-affecting-your-mood/) - As the colours of the leaves start to change and the sky starts to look more grey, you may notice your mood isn’t as bright as it was in the sunny summer months. When the beginning of October hit and the weather was starting to change, I noticed my mood was starting to change with
- [Opinion: When Destiny’s Child Sang ‘Say My Name,’ I Felt That](https://ontherecordnews.ca/when-destinys-child-sang-say-my-name-i-felt-that/) - Growing up in a non-English speaking country, I was taught to speak English as if it were my mother tongue. My teachers were very adamant on me learning how to say words properly, which included pronouncing names of many important Western politicians, authors and colonizers. With that teaching engraved in my mind, when I moved
- [A Blue and Gold Success Story](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-blue-and-gold-success-story/) - TMU manager describes rising basketball star as a “workhorse."
- ['A Tale of Two Seasons'](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-tale-of-two-seasons/) - TMU Bold teams end their season early following losses at playoffs, but motivation for next year is already building.
- [Sources warn health-care industry is on the brink of collapse; Ryerson nursing students concerned for their futures](https://ontherecordnews.ca/sources-warn-health-care-industry-is-on-the-brink-of-collapse-ryerson-nursing-students-concerned-for-their-futures/) - New research reveals just how close Ontario is to losing essential health-care workers, while nursing students raise concerns about the state of the profession they’re stepping into
- [Deaf Stories on Screen: How Mainstream Media Can Improve Community Representation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/deaf-stories-on-screen-how-mainstream-media-can-improve-community-representation/) - In November, Deaf actress Lauren Ridloff made waves as the first Deaf superhero in the Marvel cinematic universe. Ridloff plays Makkari in Marvel’s Eternals, a character who uses American Sign Language (ASL) to communicate throughout the entire movie. The film, along with others released in recent years—Sound of Metal and A Quiet Place—are critically acclaimed
- [Ryerson Students Express Themselves Through Fashion](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-students-express-themselves-through-fashion/) - We all have our own unique sense of style and the way we dress ourselves can be a form of self-expression. Fashion can be empowering and help us feel comfortable in our own skin. As we move into early spring, Ryerson students are taking advantage of the warmer weather to showcase their outfits without hiding
- [Photo Essay: From the East End to Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/photo-essay-from-the-east-end-to-ryerson/)
- [The Barbara Hall 'bark' Halloween Contest](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-barbara-hall-bark-halloween-contest/) - Church-Wellesley community and The 519 come together to judge the best dog costumes.
- [Kerr Hall Security Audit Will Not Be Made Public](https://ontherecordnews.ca/kerr-hall-security-audit-will-not-be-made-public/) - Expert says safety audit findings belong to the community, TMU president says employees’ privacy must be respected.
- [Canada’s New Alcohol Guidelines — What Do They Mean for Students?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-new-alcohol-guidelines-what-do-they-mean-for-students/) - The Canadian Centre on Substance Use and Addiction says drinking less is key to reversing alcohol’s negative effects.
- [Sources say vaccine hesitancy has highlighted the need for more diverse representation in health-care system](https://ontherecordnews.ca/sources-say-vaccine-hesitancy-has-highlighted-the-need-for-more-diverse-representation-in-health-care-system/) - While COVID-19 has ravaged the health-care industry, a Ryerson nursing student says it has simultaneously created an opportunity to think differently about how to provide better care to diverse communities. With visible minorities disproportionately affected by vaccine hesitation throughout the course of the pandemic, Octavia Bullen says more representative leadership in the nursing profession may
- [Student gets 20k from Ryerson for film project](https://ontherecordnews.ca/student-gets-20k-from-ryerson-for-film-project/) - Where is Kyle Walker, and how far are you willing to go to find him? That is the central question in a feature film project that is being developed by students and alumni from Ryerson’s Faculty of Communication and Design (FCAD). The creative mind behind the project is Luke Villemaire, a 20-year-old film student who
- [Hate graffiti found on campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hate-graffiti-found-on-campus/) - WARNING: The content below may be offensive to some readers. Members of Ryerson’s Jewish community and others are looking for answers after explicit hate speech was scrawled on a campus bathroom wall and discovered Friday. A student using a men’s washroom on the third floor of the library building informed security of graffiti on the inside
- [In Memoriam: Yusra Javed](https://ontherecordnews.ca/in-memoriam-yusra-javed/) - UPDATED Yusra Javed, a fourth-year Ryerson journalism student, died at her home of a sudden, heart-related illness in the early morning of Saturday, Sept. 14. She was 21. Friends, family and colleagues gathered for a memorial service in the Rogers Communications Centre Wednesday to honour Javed. Through the tears, one thing was clear – despite
- [BREAKING: Ryerson no longer recognizes RSU as official student government](https://ontherecordnews.ca/breaking-ryerson-no-longer-recognizes-rsu-as-official-student-government/) - University says it has lost confidence in the troubled Ryerson Students’ Union.
- [How social media influencers are trying to get the U.S. youth vote](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-social-media-influencers-are-trying-to-get-the-u-s-youth-vote/) - Celebrities and popular social media accounts are the new faces of advertising for youth participation in the American election Young people are using social media platforms like Instagram to encourage their audience to vote. (Omkar Patyane/Pexels) With U.S. election day closely approaching, online platforms have been a crucial medium for spreading information about each political
- [In Memoriam: Felix Wong](https://ontherecordnews.ca/in-memoriam-felix-wong/) - Last week, the Ryerson School of Journalism lost a promising and beloved student. Felix Wong died on Oct. 28 following a 17-month battle with glioblastoma multiforme, a form of brain cancer. A gifted musical talent who initially began his post-secondary career in Humber College’s competitive music program, Wong later transferred to Ryerson to study journalism,
- [Data reveals female staff at Ryerson make five per cent less than male counterparts](https://ontherecordnews.ca/data-reveals-female-staff-at-ryerson-make-five-per-cent-less-than-their-male-counterparts/) - Despite wage gap, Ryerson got a “decent report card” on gender representation among staff: investigative reporter
- [Toronto executive committee passes community crisis support service pilot](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-executive-committee-passes-community-crisis-support-service-pilot/) - The pilot project would remove unnecessary police presence from mental health-related distress calls
- [Trans students at Ryerson face bureaucratic barriers when trying to change names](https://ontherecordnews.ca/trans-students-at-ryerson-face-bureaucratic-barriers-when-trying-to-change-names/) - Policies on name-changes vary from school to school.
- [Native Women’s Association of Canada launches new Indigenous magazine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/native-womens-association-of-canada-launches-new-indigenous-magazine/) - Kci-Niwesq is a online only, sharing stories of Indigenous women, girls and gender-diverse people across Canada on a monthly basis
- [Ryerson confession page builds virtual community among students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-confession-page-builds-virtual-community-among-students/) - Students have found a place to share advice, expertise and knowledge during trying times on Instagram
- [Chair of Ryerson’s School of Journalism resigns mid-semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/chair-of-ryersons-school-of-journalism-resigns-mid-semester/) - Associate chair also resigns amid calls to address racism at the school
- [New co-op opportunities for Ryerson Faculty of Arts students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-co-op-opportunities-for-ryerson-faculty-of-arts-students/) - Liberal arts students will get the chance to have paid work experience while also earning school credits
- [Ryerson reveals information from first-ever Student Diversity Self-ID Report](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-reveals-information-from-first-ever-student-diversity-self-id-report/) - This data is meant to move Ryerson closer to its goal of providing a more inclusive education
- [Ryerson School of Journalism’s new leaders say there’s a lot of work to be done](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-school-of-journalisms-new-leaders-say-theres-a-lot-of-work-to-be-done/) - Following resignation of former chair and associate chair, RSJ’s new interim leaders are working towards restoring and rebuilding trust among students
- [Students allege recently elected RSU executives used their personal information to get them to vote for their slate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-allege-recently-elected-rsu-executives-used-students-personal-information-to-get-them-to-vote-for-their-slate/) - Incoming VP equity Maleha Yasmin allegedly used the information provided to the current executive team via their new Headspace program.
- [RSU issues notice of impeachment for two executives](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rsu-issues-notice-of-impeachment-for-two-executives/) - Oversight committee will investigate VP-education, VP-equity.
- [TikTok health trends: Helpful or harmful?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiktok-health-trends-helpful-or-harmful/) - There are pros and cons when it comes to turning to TikTok for health advice
- [Ryerson releases first-ever student diversity self-ID report](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-releases-first-ever-student-diversity-self-id-report/) - The report’s findings detail the student diversity of every program and faculty in 2019
- [Motions to impeach RSU executives fail](https://ontherecordnews.ca/motions-to-impeach-rsu-executives-fail/) - Motions “racist” and “unfounded,” charge RSU president and VP.
- [How a lack of cultural competency in mental health care is failing BIPOC communities](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-a-lack-of-cultural-competency-in-mental-health-care-is-failing-bipoc-communities/) - Racialized individuals face greater barriers to mental health support despite having worse mental health than their non-racialized counterparts. How can cultural competency training alleviate the problem?
- [Ryerson announces process for submitting proof of COVID-19 vaccination](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-announces-process-for-submitting-proof-of-covid-19-vaccination/) - Ryerson University laid out the process for submitting proof of vaccination against COVID-19 in an email sent out Wednesday afternoon. On Aug. 27, the school announced that any students, staff or visitors coming to campus must be fully vaccinated. Those with an exemption that falls under the Ontario Human Rights Code — relating to medical,
- [R U voting? Student-led group is working to increase on-campus voting, despite virtual semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/r-u-voting-student-led-group-is-working-to-increase-on-campus-voting-despite-virtual-semester/) - R U voting? Student-led group is working to increase on-campus voting, despite virtual semester
- [What’s open and what’s closed on campus this fall](https://ontherecordnews.ca/whats-open-and-whats-closed-on-campus-this-fall/) - What's open and what's closed as community members prepare to return to campus
- [TIFF 2021: ‘Wildhood’ director Bretten Hannam on Two Spirit stories in Canadian film](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiff-2021-wildhood-director-bretten-hannam-on-two-spirit-stories-in-canadian-film/) - Bretten Hannam, the director of 'Wildhood', premièring at TIFF, discuss Two Spirit stories
- [University’s sports teams to drop the name ‘Ryerson’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/universitys-sports-teams-to-drop-the-name-ryerson/) - University's varsity teams say they no longer want to play under the name Ryerson
- [Commuter students weigh their options: stay online or take transit to Ryerson campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/commuter-students-weigh-their-options-stay-online-or-take-transit-to-ryerson-campus/) - With some classes opening for on-site learning, the commute is about to resume for Ryerson community members
- [Working Ryerson students prepare for launch of vaccine passport system](https://ontherecordnews.ca/working-ryerson-students-prepare-for-launch-of-vaccine-passport-system/) - Amid vaccine passport rollout, students appear apprehensive about workplace safety protocols
- [Ryerson announces committee to spearhead search for new name](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-announces-committee-to-spearhead-search-for-new-name/) - The committee will assist in 'one of the most significant changes in [the] university’s history,' said president Mohamed Lachemi An official advisory committee has been tasked with finding a new name for Ryerson University, according to a statement president Mohamed Lachemi released on Sunday. The committee’s formation follows the university Board of Governors’ decision last
- [Proof of vaccination not required for federal election poll workers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/proof-of-vaccination-not-required-for-federal-election-poll-workers/) - Elections Canada says other safety measures will be enforced
- [Toronto’s tech ecosystem and talent make it a hotbed, says industry panel](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-tech-ecosystem-and-talent-make-it-a-hotbed-says-industry-panel/) - A panel on tech changes following the pandemic, hosted by Toronto Global and the International Economic Forum of the Americas (IEFA), attributed Toronto’s prominent tech market to its existing ecosystem and talent pool. Toronto Global is a non-profit investment attraction agency, while the IEFA is an organization working to promote an exchange of views on
- [Social media the main source for news from the election campaign](https://ontherecordnews.ca/social-media-the-main-source-for-news-from-the-election-campaign/) - Pandemic restrictions are causing many Ryerson students to turn to social media as their main source for election information and, according to some, it’s not working. Although the 2021 election campaign is nearing an end, students at Ryerson still feel left in the dark about the candidates and how to vote. “I worked all summer.
- [Anti-vaxxers, former front-line workers protest vaccine passports outside Toronto hospital](https://ontherecordnews.ca/anti-vaxxers-former-frontline-workers-protest-vaccine-passports-outside-toronto-hospital/) - Vaccine passport rollout in Ontario sparks debate around ethics and individual freedoms in Toronto
- [Number of polling stations in 11 GTA ridings reduced by more than half compared to 2019 election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/number-of-polling-stations-in-11-gta-ridings-reduced-by-more-than-half-compared-to-2019-election/) - Fewer polling stations could cause backed up lines, with the most drastic difference to be seen in Toronto Centre Eleven ridings in the Greater Toronto Area will see fewer than half the number of polling stations open on election day compared to 2019, Elections Canada confirmed with CBC News. The most drastic difference can be
- [‘Heartbreak and disappointment’: Rams women’s basketball coach reflects on Tokyo Olympic experience](https://ontherecordnews.ca/heartbreak-and-disappointment-rams-womens-basketball-coach-reflects-on-tokyo-olympic-experience/) - Competing in the Olympics is an accomplishment regardless of the outcome, but for the Canadian women’s national basketball team, the goal of an Olympic medal remained just out of reach. Despite being ranked fourth globally by FIBA, the governing body for international basketball, the Canadian women’s team did not qualify for the knockout round at
- [Toronto launches resettlement fund for Afghan refugees](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-launches-resettlement-fund-for-afghan-refugees/) - United Way Greater Toronto and Lifeline Afghanistan, an initiative of the Ted Rogers School of Management’s Diversity Institute, will work with the city to support Afghan refugees entering Toronto. On Sept. 13, Mayor John Tory announced the launch of the Toronto Region Afghan Resettlement Fund, designed to allocate essential goods and funding for Afghan refugees
- [How to vote in the federal election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-to-vote-in-the-federal-election/) - On the heels of a federal election, students are gearing up for their trips to the polling stations. While on-campus voting will not be taking place this year, students living in the Toronto Centre riding will still have the opportunity to vote at several polling stations throughout the city. Here are some tips and tricks
- [Q-and-A: NDP candidate Brian Chang](https://ontherecordnews.ca/q-and-a-ndp-candidate-brian-chang/) - Brian Chang is the New Democratic Party (NDP) candidate running for Toronto Centre. Since winning the contested nomination to become the NDP candidate in Toronto Centre in 2019, Chang has prioritized issues such as affordable housing, climate change and workers’ rights. As a racialized and queer person, Chang says that his lived experience and genuine
- [Q-and-A: Green Party candidate and leader Annamie Paul](https://ontherecordnews.ca/qa-green-party-candidate-and-leader-annamie-paul/) - Annamie Paul, leader of the Green Party and candidate for Toronto Centre, spoke with On the Record about issues that matter to students. Paul founded and directed the Canadian Centre for Political Leadership (CCPL) from 2001 to 2005. It trained women and under-represented minorities to run for elected office. Today, she is the first Black
- [University’s winter reopening plan draws criticism from unions, infectious disease experts](https://ontherecordnews.ca/universitys-winter-reopening-plan-draws-criticism-from-unions-infectious-disease-experts/) - Union head says Ryerson’s reopening plan ‘not supported by any science’ The Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local 3904 president criticized Ryerson’s plan to remove all restrictions and capacity limits for the winter term at a Sept. 9 virtual town hall. “[Ryerson’s] administration indicates that they intend to remove all restrictions and capacity limits
- [Election 2021: Toronto Centre, by the numbers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/election-2021-toronto-centre-by-the-numbers/) - A breakdown of Ryerson University’s federal riding Toronto Centre will be a key riding to watch in this year’s election, with the riding seeing a virtually identical race as the 2020 byelection. Ryerson’s riding will have the same candidates from the four major parties running again for a seat in Ottawa – including Green Party
- [Ryerson Image Centre reopens with new fall exhibits](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-image-centre-reopens-with-new-fall-exhibits/) - With COVID-19 protocols in place, the RIC is displaying new work from four artists
- [TIFF 2021: Q-and-A with ‘Scarborough’ director Shasha Nakhai](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiff-2021-q-and-a-with-scarborough-director-shasha-nakhai/) - Ryerson journalism alum captures Scarborough on the silver screen
- [Q-and-A: People’s Party of Canada candidate Syed Jaffery](https://ontherecordnews.ca/q-and-a-peoples-party-of-canada-candidate-syed-jaffery/) - Syed Jaffery, the People’s Party of Canada (PPC) candidate for Toronto Centre, spoke with On the Record to discuss issues that matter to students. While living in Toronto Centre for the last 10 years, Jaffery has volunteered with several political campaigns and worked alongside local politicians. Although he is not as popular as the other
- [Rising COVID-19 cases make the MAC reopening more unstable than expected](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rising-covid-19-cases-make-the-mac-reopening-more-unstable-than-expected/) - Those looking to take advantage of the fitness centre may need to do so soon
- [On the Record - Ep.1 - Back, but not back to normal: Is campus really safe?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-ep-1-back-but-not-back-to-normal-is-campus-really-safe/) - Take a walk with us. On this episode of On the Record, your hosts Naama Weingarten and Rachael Masih explore what’s buzzing around the Ryerson campus this fall as some students get back to in-person classes. They’re revisiting their favourite spots and soaking up the atmosphere. But between incomplete ventilation testing and a loosely enforced vaccine
- [Students reflect on how pandemic has changed their relationship with social media](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-reflect-on-how-pandemic-has-changed-their-relationship-with-social-media/) - One student joined Instagram, another deleted Twitter outright
- [Ted Rogers School of Management panel outlines issues of race, social issues in sports](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ted-rogers-school-of-management-panel-outlines-issues-of-race-social-issues-in-sports/) - The panel put a spotlight on the intersection of social issues and sports for athletes, media members, and the wider sports community
- [Liberal candidate Marci Ien wins Toronto-Centre riding](https://ontherecordnews.ca/liberal-candidate-marci-ien-wins-toronto-centre-riding/) - Marci Ien, the Toronto-Centre Liberal candidate, has won her riding with over 50 per cent of the vote. Brian Chang of the NDP is the runner-up, winning 26 per cent of the vote and Ryan Lester of the Conservative Party has won only 12.2 per cent of the vote. The Toronto-Centre riding encompasses a large
- [How trading apps introduced millions to the risk of the stock market](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-trading-apps-introduced-millions-to-the-risk-of-the-stock-market/) - Once seen as a quick way to make some extra cash, trading apps now hold addictive qualities and can be perceived more like gambling than investing, especially if used incorrectly. Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, the use of trading apps has become increasingly popular for new investors. The growing interest in the stock
- [Ryerson campus security a ‘top priority’ as sexual violence allegations rock Western University](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-campus-security-a-top-priority-as-sexual-violence-allegations-rock-western-university/) - Safety on campus is becoming a larger priority as students return to some in-person classes and activities for the first time in more than a year. Sexual violence remains a pervasive problem at post-secondary institutions: 71 per cent of post-secondary students experience “unwanted sexualized behaviours in a post-secondary setting,” per Statistics Canada data from 2019.
- [Program helps veterans adapt to life on campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/program-helps-veterans-adapt-to-life-on-campus/) - For veterans, leaving the military means entering a world with different practices and customs. This is something the military lifestyle, a lifestyle built over years of repetition, did not prepare them for. The Veterans Transition to Education (VTE) program by Ryerson University helps veterans adapt to civilian life, a challenge which requires them to develop
- [Rams Baseball returns in pursuit of first OUA championship](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-baseball-returns-in-pursuit-of-first-oua-championship-1/) - Rams baseball is back for the first time since October 2019, and while new faces dominate the field, the team’s goal remains the same — a championship title. New kids in town With a vast number of the previous roster having graduated during the team’s downtime, initial tryouts were held on Sept. 7 — the
- [Ryerson to allow fans for soccer home openers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-to-allow-fans-for-soccer-home-openers/) - Fans of the Rams will be allowed to watch in person the men’s and women’s soccer home openers against the University of Toronto Varsity Blues at Downsview Park on Oct. 2. “The community is invited to Downsview Park to cheer them on,” said president Mohamed Lachemi in an interview with On The Record. According to
- [New Indigenous art installation comes to campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-indigenous-art-installation-comes-to-campus/) - A new Indigenous art installation now sits at the northeast corner of Gould Street and Nelson Mandela Walk. Completed earlier this week, the three-metre tall steel structure known as The Ring can be seen on your morning coffee run to Balzac’s, as it stands prominently on this campus walkway. To walk through The Ring, you
- [Spotlight on Indigenous cinema](https://ontherecordnews.ca/spotlight-on-indigenous-cinema/) - With the Fall semester in full swing, reporters Bree Duwyn and Monique Vigneault are here to bring you their picks of some of the best Indigenous filmmaking in contemporary world cinema. Blood Quantum (2019) Directed by Jeff Barnaby, Blood Quantum is an adrenaline-filled horror film that depicts a group of Indigenous survivors living through a
- [University forms advisory committee to aid in development of new medical school](https://ontherecordnews.ca/university-forms-advisory-committee-to-aid-in-development-of-new-medical-school/) - Ryerson has formed a committee of nine medical experts to help plan for its proposed medical school in Brampton. The goal of the senior medical advisory committee (SMAC) is to provide professional consultation towards the organization of the medical school’s learning environment, research interests and curriculum development. The Ryerson School of Medicine is still in
- [Rams women's soccer team with lots to prove in upcoming season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-team-with-lots-to-prove-in-upcoming-season/) - The Rams women’s soccer team is ready to embark on its 34th season of play after being sidelined for almost two years due to the COVID-19 pandemic. During its last season of play in 2019, the team went 5-6-3 in the regular season. The team had a stout defence under the second season of Natalie
- [Men’s team aiming for OUA glory as season kicks off](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mens-team-aiming-for-oua-glory-as-season-kicks-off/) - On Sept. 25, the Rams men's soccer team will kick off its season with a game against local rivals, the University of Toronto Varsity Blues at Varsity Stadium. After a lost season in 2020 due to COVID-19, the team will be looking to get off on the right foot. Captain and fifth-year veteran Abdallah EL-Chanti
- [University safety, med school, and the new ring: Your News This Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/university-safety-med-school-and-the-new-ring-your-news-this-week/) - Here are some campus news highlights for the week. You can also follow the full stories about the university safety procedures, new Indigenous art installation and the board for medical school here. Credits: Reporter and host: Swidda Rassy Photo and graphics editor: Claudia Latino Executive producer: Rida Khan
- [Green Party Leader Annamie Paul steps down](https://ontherecordnews.ca/green-party-leader-annamie-paul-steps-down-1/) - Green Party Leader Annamie Paul announced in a press conference today that she is stepping down as leader of her party following electoral defeat and a tumultuous campaign. “I just asked myself whether this is something I wanted to continue,” Paul said. “I just don’t have the heart for it.” Paul’s decision to step down
- [RSU budget reveals large cuts to student funding](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rsu-budget-reveals-large-cuts-to-student-funding/) - The RSU’s latest board-approved budget contains cuts to funding for course unions, student groups and student grants, while directing more money to executive training and staff conferences. This year’s approved revenue and expenses both sit at around $2.9 million. Last year’s approved revenue was around $2.3 million while actual revenue was $2.8 million. Actual expenses
- [Ryerson’s international exchange programs axed second year in a row](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-international-exchange-programs-axed-second-year-in-a-row/) - Ryerson University has cancelled all of its international exchange programs for a second-straight year as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic. With little advance notice, the university shifted to at-home virtual programs for another semester rather than sending students abroad for the winter. Ryerson announced the news on Sept. 15 in an email to students.
- [Students march downtown to protest climate injustice](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-march-downtown-to-protest-climate-injustice/) - Hundreds of people demanding climate policy changes marched through downtown Toronto on Friday. The Queen’s Park global climate strike was organized by a youth-led climate justice group named Fridays for Future Toronto. “Events like this are really an opportunity to block business as usual, to make us stop and think about the climate crisis,” 22-year-old
- [Rams soccer season starts with mixed results](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-soccer-season-starts-with-mixed-results/) - For the first time in almost two years, the Rams men’s and women’s soccer teams were able to play together as a team in an organized contest this past weekend, as they played the University of Toronto Varsity Blues at Varsity Stadium. The final results were not what both teams were looking for, however, with
- [Media and digital design is easier to break into as a university student than you think](https://ontherecordnews.ca/media-and-digital-design-is-easier-to-break-into-as-a-university-student-than-you-think/) - Writing, design and other creative skills are some of the few non-technical skills that could land you a career in the Canadian interactive digital media (IDM) industry, according to a panel of IDM professionals Directors and presidents of media companies in virtual reality, community management, e-sports and user interface design fields shared advice on how
- [Naomi Klein says meaningful climate action must challenge capitalism](https://ontherecordnews.ca/naomi-klein-says-meaningful-climate-action-must-challenge-capitalism/) - The climate activist and author spoke to Ryerson audiences on intersectional climate justice in her Ryerson Alumni Week keynote
- [Trading cards gone digital](https://ontherecordnews.ca/trading-cards-gone-digital/) - The elemental creature moves in to attack, fire spreading through billowing clouds of black smoke. Suddenly a field of lightning erupts from the walls, stopping the creature in its tracks, but failing to slow down a skeletal soldier who breaks through. Its tattered armour clinks off of its dry bones as it runs forward. Lifting
- [WE Charity sells downtown properties—resident groups hope it will reinvigorate the area](https://ontherecordnews.ca/we-charity-sells-downtown-properties-resident-groups-hope-it-will-reinvigorate-the-area/) - The WE Charity sold its downtown Toronto real estate portfolio, which will now be a mixed commercial and residential development; the sale may help revitalize retail in the area, a residents group says. The Toronto Star reported that the properties, located at Parliament and Queen streets, were sold for $36 million and span nearly an
- [Planting seeds for personal growth](https://ontherecordnews.ca/planting-seeds-for-personal-growth/) - At the beginning of the pandemic, fourth-year Ryerson dance student Taylor Collis and her mom would leave their house every week and drive up to a local flower market in St. Catherines, Ont. They would play some fun music, grab a coffee and pick up some new plants — first via curbside and later from
- [Ontario recommends Pfizer over Moderna for those aged 18 to 24](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-recommends-pfizer-over-moderna-for-those-aged-18-to-24/) - “Out of an abundance of caution,” Ontario is recommending those aged 18 to 24 receive the Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine instead of the Moderna vaccine. The preferential recommendation was announced Wednesday after an increase in cases of a rare heart condition tied to the Moderna vaccine. The risk of myocarditis and pericarditis in men aged 18
- [Demonstration at Yonge-Dundas Square commemorates Orange Shirt Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/demonstration-at-yonge-dundas-square-commemorates-orange-shirt-day/) - Members of Indigenous communities, survivors of the residential school system and allies gathered at Yonge-Dundas Square Thursday afternoon to commemorate Orange Shirt Day. The demonstration was organized by the Matriarchal Circle, a grassroots organization of Toronto-based Indigenous women seeking to fight back against the lasting impact of colonial forces on Indigenous communities. The ceremony featured
- [Digital security for tech-savvy students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/digital-security-for-tech-savvy-students/) - You may be cautious when it comes to protecting your loved ones — avoiding shady links and owning antivirus software — but others may not share the same vigilance. Just last year, 5,500 accounts within the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) were compromised in an attack. But even after an account is compromised, there are ways
- [Mothers and victims of gun violence demand action in peace march](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mothers-and-victims-of-gun-violence-demand-action-against-gun-violence-in-peace-march/) - Gun control advocacy groups headed down Yonge Street on Sept. 25, calling for gun policy reform in Toronto and supports for youth at risk. Advocates participated in the Mothers Peace Walk against gun violence, making their way from Yonge and Bloor to Nathan Phillips Square. While attendees from different communities agreed on a call to
- [On The Record Player: Fall edition](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-fall-edition/) - Welcome to the inaugural edition of On The Record Player. Every other week, members of the On The Record masthead will curate a handful of songs showcasing what we think you should be listening to. Fall is a period of transition. It's the small window that bridges the gap between the hazy days of summer
- [Ryerson observes its first National Day for Truth and Reconciliation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-observes-its-first-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation/) - Ryerson University joined other post-secondary institutions across the country in honouring its fifth Orange Shirt Day on Thursday. It also marks the first time Sept. 30 was recognized officially as a statutory holiday by the federal government. It has been renamed the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation. The holiday was put in place to
- [On The Record - Episode 1: The one after campus reopens](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-episode-1-the-one-after-the-campus-reopens/) - Pre-lockdown artifacts, the new look and feel of the campus and hybrid events. A few weeks after campus has reopened, students share how things are going for them and what they think about the changes at Ryerson University.
- [Rams women’s soccer beats Varsity Blues for first time in teams’ history](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-beats-varsity-blues-for-first-time-in-teams-history/) - After failing to net a single goal in their first game against longtime rivals the Varsity Blues, the Rams not only put themselves on the board with two goals but netted a historic victory made sweeter as it happened at their Downsview Park home opener. The two goals from second-year defender and midfielder Skylar Sheehan-Alleyene
- [Marginalized communities more likely to suffer post-pandemic trauma](https://ontherecordnews.ca/marginalized-communities-more-likely-to-suffer-post-pandemic-trauma/) - The pandemic revealed marginalized communities will suffer most when national crises happen unless social inequalities are addressed, people attending a panel on the after-effects of COVID-19 heard Wednesday According to child and youth care assistant professor Beverly-Jean Daniel and urban health professor Josephine Wong, racialized and elderly people in Canada were two of the most
- [Weekly News Round-up for Oct. 4](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-for-oct-4-1-2-3/) - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, vaccine safety update, international students and making friends remotely. Here are some campus news highlights for the week. You can read the full stories about Ryerson observing the National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, Ontario’s recommendation to use Pfizer over Moderna, an international student update and how to make
- [Rams men's soccer team drops first home game in two years](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-drops-first-home-game-in-two-years/) - A 72nd-minute goal from first-year striker Colin O’Dwyer gave the Varsity Blues all three points in the standings, handing the Rams men's soccer team their first loss of the season at their home opener at Downsview Park. The 1-0 loss was more than disappointing for the team and the hundreds of fans in attendance. The
- [On the Record - Ep.2 - Enough is Enough: How Toronto Communities Fight to End Gun Violence](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-ep-2-enough-is-enough-how-toronto-communities-fight-to-end-gun-violence/) - In this episode of On the Record, we spoke with families, activists and politicians who came to march in protest of gun violence in the GTA.
- [Q-and-A: MuchMusic VJ Georgia Kolev](https://ontherecordnews.ca/qa-muchmusic-vj-georgia-kolev/) - MuchMusic is back, but this time on TikTok. MuchMusic, which had its official launch on July 7, partnered with the app TikTok to become a “content-driven digital first network.” There are six digital artists and creators, known as VJs, who are set to produce content for the network. On The Record spoke with Georgia Kolev,
- [Have you experienced ASMR?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/have-you-experienced-asmr/) - Do you get tingles on your head that cascade down your neck and limbs when someone plays with your hair? What about at the sound of soft whispers? If you do, you may be experiencing ASMR — autonomous sensory meridian response. ASMR is a phenomenon where some people experience euphoric tingling feelings that start at
- [COVID-19, innovative technology have changed the business of sports, panel says](https://ontherecordnews.ca/covid-19-innovative-technology-have-changed-the-business-of-sports-panel-says/) - The COVID-19 pandemic and the innovation of technology within the field has unequivocally affected sports, a panel of sport professionals said. On Sept. 28, Ryerson Alumni Relations hosted “Intersections – The Future of Sport” as a part of Ryerson’s 2021 Alumni Week. The panel, moderated by Ryerson alumni alongside Justin Bobb, director of equity, diversity
- [Committee created to search for new vice-president of administration and operations](https://ontherecordnews.ca/committee-created-to-search-for-new-vice-president-of-administration-and-operations/) - The search is on for a new vice-president of administration and operations at Ryerson University. President Mohamed Lachemi announced the members of the search committee for the new vice-president in an Oct.1 news release. Current vice-president Deborah Brown announced her departure last month. “It is hard to believe how quickly four years have passed since
- [The best smartphones for students in 2021](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-best-smartphones-for-students-in-2021/) - With the shift to online learning, the demand for students to be connected has never been greater. What better way to be connected than with an upgrade to the device we use the most — our smartphone? From Slack messages to Instagram stories, students rely on their smartphones for everything. Whether it’s streaming the latest
- [Stories Uncovered - Ryerson’s name change: performative or progress?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/stories-uncovered-episode-1-ryersons-name-change-performative-or-progress/)
- [ESPN debuts first all-female televised MLB broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/espn-debuts-first-all-female-televised-mlb-broadcast/) - Six female broadcasters made history as ESPN’s first all-female telecast hosts last Wednesday. Melanie Newman and Jessica Mendoza called the game, and were joined by Sarah Langs, Alanna Rizzo, Heidi Watney and Lauren Gardner. The women made their debut during an all important NL West matchup between the San Diego Padres and the Los Angeles
- [Is your astrology addiction more harmful than helpful?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/is-your-astrology-addiction-more-harmful-than-helpful/) - Moon transitions, Geminis and Mercury retrograde are terms that might have taken over your social media. Every day it seems like there is a new cosmic change to explain why you’re most likely going to land that job you really wanted or meet your soulmate at a work party. Astrology’s renaissance has expanded off the
- [Canadian air and rail travellers must be fully vaccinated by end of October](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadian-air-and-rail-travellers-must-be-fully-vaccinated-by-end-of-october/) - Canadians planning on travelling must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 as of Oct. 30, according to the federal government. All travellers aged 12 years or older must be vaccinated by month's end to board planes, interprovincial trains and marine vessels beyond that date. There will be “limited exceptions” to the restrictions, such as emergency travel
- [Single-game sports betting is coming to Canada. Here’s what you need to know](https://ontherecordnews.ca/single-game-sports-betting-is-coming-to-canada-heres-what-you-need-to-know/) - When the NHL season begins on Oct. 12, Canadians will have the opportunity to pursue a new form of sports betting. In August, the federal government enacted Bill C-218, legalizing single-game sports betting. The bill amended the criminal code, removing a prohibition on betting on “any race or fight, or on a single-sport event or
- [Ryerson program brings mood-boosting nature walks online](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-program-brings-mood-boosting-nature-walks-online/) - Faced with a pandemic that’s pushing students indoors, Mood Routes is finding a way to share the benefits of nature through a screen. Mood Routes is a weekly walking group that aims to promote the positive effects of nature on student well-being, including reduced stress, improved concentration and an overall mood boost. Due to the
- [Medical director at Toronto hospital says to enjoy reading week, but not to forget about the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/medical-director-at-toronto-hospital-says-to-enjoy-reading-week-but-not-to-forget-about-the-pandemic/) - Reading week isn't the time to let your guard down when it comes to COVID-19 precautions
- [Rams men's soccer team upsets Nipissing Lakers in thriller game](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-upsets-nipissing-lakers-in-thriller-game/) - With two goals the Rams men's soccer team handed the red-hot Nipissing Lakers their first loss of the season in North Bay Friday night. The team’s captain, fifth-year midfielder Abdallah EL-Chanti scored his second goal of the season on a penalty kick in the 14th minute. In the 69th minute, first-year midfielder Zakaria Abdi netted
- [Ryerson's women's soccer team falls to Nipissing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-womens-soccer-team-falls-to-nipissing/) - The Nipissing Lakers defeated the Ryerson Rams 1-0 after more than 75 minutes of scoreless play. The deciding goal was scored by Lakers centre Ashley Mlinaric in the 77th minute. After a corner kick, the ball was headed by defender Abby Wroe and then quickly kicked in by Mlinaric for her sixth goal of the
- [Rams women’s soccer team loses 4-0 at home to undefeated Nipissing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-team-loses-4-0-at-home-to-undefeated-nipissing/) - The Rams women’s soccer team has lost its second game in a row to the Nipissing Lakers, after giving up four unanswered goals, three of them coming in the second half. “We just weren’t motivated to compete,” said Rams women’s head coach Natalie Bukovec after the Sunday loss. “Their athleticism definitely made it challenging for
- [Rams men's soccer team avoids late push from Nipissing to sweep series against Lakers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-avoids-late-push-from-nipissing-to-sweep-series-against-lakers/) - Leading 3-0 at halftime, the Rams men's soccer team made a handful of substitutes to give some players their first minutes in an Ontario University Athletics (OUA) game. The decision nearly came back to bite them, as the game against the Nipissing Lakers finished 3-2. Nipissing had the first chance of the game five minutes
- [Will presenteeism change in the post-pandemic world?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/will-presenteeism-change-in-the-post-pandemic-world-1-2/) - For professors, the first lecture of the semester is their chance to set the tone for the term and make a good first impression. At least, that’s how Matthias Spitzmuller sees it. The Queen’s University professor believes it's his opportunity to show students his commitment face-to-face and leave them excited for what’s to come. But
- [Sooner is better than later when it comes to getting this year’s flu shot](https://ontherecordnews.ca/sooner-is-better-than-later-when-it-comes-to-getting-this-years-flu-shot/) - The 2021 flu season could be worse in comparison to 2020, according to Tim Sly, an epidemiologist and professor emeritus in the School of Public Health at Ryerson University. People have been precautious during the pandemic, which has made them more vulnerable to seasonal influenza. It’s because they have not been exposed to it as
- [BREAKING NEWS: Ryerson planning return to full in-person classes in winter 2022](https://ontherecordnews.ca/breaking-news-ryerson-to-return-to-full-in-person-classes-in-winter-2022/) - This story has been updated as of 6:47 p.m. ET, Oct. 14, to reflect new information. Students and faculty will head back to the classroom full time this winter as Ryerson University plans to move its classes to in-person learning starting in January, On The Record has been told. School of Journalism interim co-chair Gavin
- [On The Record Player: Shuffling back to class with some songs to cure your post-reading week blues](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-shuffling-back-to-class-with-some-songs-to-cure-your-post-reading-week-blues/) - Returning from reading week is always a challenge. No matter what you do or how diligently you try to plan your week off, it’s over before you know it. Although Zoom has allowed some of us to extend our stay at home, for others it means another emotional goodbye to the ones we love. To
- [Levels of outdoor activity during pandemic linked with young people’s living environment, Ryerson study finds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/levels-of-outdoor-activity-during-pandemic-linked-with-young-peoples-living-environment-ryerson-study-finds/) - Decreased outdoor activity time during the pandemic was associated with geographic and socio-economic household factors of Canadian children and youth, a Ryerson-led study has found. The study, published in Health & Place in September, looked at the change in young people’s activity levels and how factors like household income, proximity to parks and major roads,
- [On The Record - Episode 2: The one with the spooky castle](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-episode-2-the-one-with-the-spooky-castle/) - After it was cancelled last year due to COVID-19, Legends of Horror is back— bigger than ever. Check out what to expect at this year's Halloween-themed event!
- [WEEKLY NEWS ROUND-UP (OCTOBER 18TH](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-october-18th/) - The prospect of full in-person return to campus, increased study space in the SLC, RAMS women’s hockey and basketball teams victories and upcoming matches, and new Fitness Fridays. Here are some campus highlights for the week. Credits: Reporter: Rida Khan Photo and graphics editor: Claudia Latino
- [September saw price increases, drop in sales and new listings in GTA housing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/september-saw-price-increases-drop-in-sales-and-new-listings-in-gta-housing/) - Toronto housing experts are concerned about the rise of unaffordable homes in the real estate market, sparking a decrease in purchases in the third quarter. However, as home prices have continued to climb throughout the COVID-19 pandemic, the typical increased demand during the fall season has not let up. According to a September report from
- [RSU closes down on-campus print shop without providing a reason why](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rsu-closes-down-on-campus-print-shop-without-providing-a-reason-why/) - The Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) has a plan to shut down CopyRITE, the on-campus print shop, with no reason given. The RSU’s 2021-2022 budget indicates that $30,000 has been put towards shutting down CopyRITE’s operations. The news about CopyRITE’s funding cut was shared in an Instagram post from the student group, For The Students XU.
- [Settlement reached in headline-grabbing human rights case against The Eyeopener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/settlement-reached-in-headline-grabbing-human-rights-case-against-the-eyeopener/) - The Eyeopener and Jonathan Bradley have reached a settlement in a human rights case that came during a year in which the university’s journalism school openly struggled with allegations of racism and discrimination. The allegations led to numerous contentious meetings and ultimately the resignations of both the chair and the undergraduate program director. Bradley’s case
- [Apartment building conditions in Toronto Centre fall short](https://ontherecordnews.ca/apartment-building-conditions-in-toronto-centre-fall-short-30-1-2/) - An analysis of RentSafeTO data showed that about half the buildings in Toronto Centre score below the city average
- [Rams women’s soccer team earn a key victory and a draw in weekend series against Algoma Thunderbirds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-team-earn-a-key-victory-and-a-draw-in-weekend-series-against-algoma-thunderbirds/) - The Rams women’s soccer team earned good results against the Algoma Thunderbirds in back-to-back games this past Saturday and Sunday, winning the first game 2-1 and drawing 1-1 the following day. Despite the last place Thunderbirds scoring a goal late in the first half of Saturday’s game, the Rams scored two in the second half
- [Rams men's soccer team wins both games against Algoma Thunderbirds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-wins-both-games-against-algoma-thunderbirds/) - Eleven goals scored in two games in Sault Ste. Marie moves the Rams to the top of the OUA Central Division as the men's soccer team defeated the Algoma Thunderbirds twice this past weekend. The first game of their weekend kicked off Saturday afternoon, Algoma found themselves down 1-0 less than five minutes into the
- [How to cope with procrastination in post secondary school, according to one expert](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-to-cope-with-procrastination-in-post-secondary-school-according-to-one-expert/) - By the end of reading week, Kimberly Boissiere was feeling overwhelmed. She had left most of her assignments to complete at the end of the week, and the mounting pressure of looming deadlines was getting to her. Boissiere, an immigration and settlement graduate student at Ryerson University, is one of many post-secondary students who frequently
- [Trudeau announces federal vaccine passport](https://ontherecordnews.ca/trudeau-announces-federal-vaccine-passport/) - On Thursday Prime Minister Justin Trudeau announced the federal government will issue a vaccine passport for international travel, as well as travel between provinces and territories. He said the supplementary passports will be in addition to provincial vaccine passports. The federal vaccine passport includes the person’s full name, date of birth, details of the vaccines
- [Code Red: Graduating into a world in crisis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/code-red-graduating-into-a-world-in-crisis/) - When young millennials and Gen Z graduate, many will be consumed with climate change anxieties and financial fears. Young people leaving school could end up working in the gig economy. Many may never have the financial freedom to buy a home. Some will struggle to find money to invest, and others still may have challenges
- [New Ontario ID system sounds privacy alarm bells](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-ontario-id-system-sounds-privacy-alarm-bells/) - A new Ontario-wide electronic identification system is set to roll out by the end of the year, sparking privacy concerns from consumers about how the province will store their data. The Digital ID program is expected to provide Ontarians with a new way to prove their identity through the convenience of their smartphones. The province
- [Young people entering the workforce are stuck in gig work without a safety net, experts say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/young-people-entering-the-workforce-are-stuck-in-gig-work-without-a-safety-net-experts-say-1/) - A rise in gig work is contributing to record levels of inequality in Toronto, leaving young people entering the workforce without a safety net, according to a data expert who has studied the growth of the city and how it has affected marginalized communities. Steven Ayer, an author of the 2021 Vital Signs Report, said
- [Work-life balance: a post-pandemic workplace priority](https://ontherecordnews.ca/work-life-balance-a-post-pandemic-workplace-priority/) - New survey finds employees are prioritizing work-life balance like never before.
- [Information apocalypse: the spread of deepfakes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/information-apocalypse-the-spread-of-deepfakes/) - As new technology becomes increasingly accessible, seeing is no longer believing.
- [Pipe dream or possibility: how realistic are graduates' hopes of buying a home in the city?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/pipe-dream-or-possibility-how-realistic-are-graduates-hopes-of-buying-a-home-in-the-city/) - Ali Atallah wants to own a home when he graduates university. But with rising housing prices and student debt, this investment can seem out of reach for most graduating students. Atallah, who is a fifth-year business management student at Ryerson University, says he has had homeownership on his mind throughout university. “I have good savings
- [Three comedy experts weigh in on Gen Z’s use of humour as a coping mechanism](https://ontherecordnews.ca/three-comedy-experts-weigh-in-on-gen-zs-use-of-humour-as-a-coping-mechanism/) - A quick scan through trending tweets after any major event will likely show within a few scrolls that Generation Z uses humour as a coping mechanism for the real issues they face. Twitter has become the go-to community when celebrities or regular people need to fire off their jokes in relation to current events —
- [Unemployment is high, the climate crisis is getting worse. What's there for new graduates to look forward to?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/unemployment-is-high-the-climate-crisis-is-getting-worse-whats-there-for-new-graduates-to-look-forward-to-1/) - My mom graduated into a recession in 1982, and never shied away from telling me about the hardships she faced. “It was a bad time for everyone, but we really felt it being young and trying to start our lives,” she said. As we sat discussing her past, I said the dreadful words most class
- [How the ultra-rich are contributing to Gen Z’s economic anxiety](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-the-ultra-rich-are-contributing-to-gen-zs-economic-anxiety/) - Ashley Eltaher is not as excited as one might expect the soon-to-be university graduate to be. She’s supposed to be embarking on her dream career. Instead, she's worried about what life will look like after graduation. The third-year Ryerson University student’s feelings of anxiety come from whether or not she will be able to find an
- [Investing young? Here's what you need to know](https://ontherecordnews.ca/investing-young-heres-what-you-need-to-know/) - With little education and no experience, it can be challenging to know where to begin.
- [Enforcing transparency: how misinformation might look in the post-pandemic age](https://ontherecordnews.ca/misinformation-in-the-post-pandemic-age/) - Post-secondary students and young adults come across more misinformation than the general population in Canada, according to a report by the Cybersecure Policy Exchange (CPE). The report found that Canadians aged 18 to 29 reported seeing about 25 per cent more deliberately false information than the rest of the population. Over the last six years,
- [Kent scores twice against Laurentian to keep Rams' post-season hopes alive](https://ontherecordnews.ca/kent-scores-twice-against-laurentian-to-keep-rams-post-season-hopes-alive/) - Two goals from third-year defender Kiera Kent lifted the Rams women’s soccer team to a 2-1 win over the Laurentian Voyageurs at Downsview Park on Sunday. The Rams started the game aggressively, attacking the goal numerous times within the first 10 minutes. Laurentian would respond with the same aggression but the Rams swarming defence was
- [Rams mens soccer team extends winning streak to six games](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-extends-winning-streak-to-six-games/) - The Rams men’s soccer team improved its record to 7-1 on the season and stayed top of the table with only two games left in the regular season, with a 4-0 win Sunday over the Laurentian Voyageurs. The Rams dominated the entire first half as all goals scored came during the first 45 minutes. The
- [The Waiting List invites artists to explore how pandemic put their careers on hold](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-waiting-list-invites-artists-to-explore-how-pandemic-put-their-careers-on-hold/) - At a Mississauga art gallery, dozens of cardboard boxes in gradient colours are stacked on top of one another, some coated with an animated projection — a loading wheel floating in the midst of a pink sunset. As the clouds around it seem to move quickly on their course, the wheel remains stuck in an
- [Fatigue, burnout: How experts say Zoom is changing the future of work](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fatigue-burnout-how-experts-say-zoom-is-changing-the-future-of-work/) - Over the last year and a half, much has changed about the way schools and workplaces operate. COVID-19 has shifted the daily lives and routines of many onto Zoom or other video communication platforms. This new normal is not so new anymore, but experts say its long-term effects are starting to show, especially to university
- [Is it moral? Gen Z looking less likely to have kids than generations prior](https://ontherecordnews.ca/is-it-moral-gen-z-is-less-likely-to-have-kids-than-generations-prior-studies-show/) - When Amr Sharaf thinks about having kids, he pictures the typical things: having secure finances, stability in his personal life and owning a home. For many, that is the ideal vision for a future family. But Sharaf, a computer sciences graduate student at Ryerson University, is among a growing number of Gen Z-ers who see
- [Young adults can't seem to escape spending more than they earn in recovering economy](https://ontherecordnews.ca/young-adults-cant-seem-to-escape-spending-more-than-they-earn-in-recovering-economy/) - Experts are concerned about the way COVID-19 has affected the economy, with their primary concern being young adults with large spending habits. Young people who seek financial advice tend to have similar spending habits, says Michael Leonardelli, a wealth adviser with The Pension Specialists. “They don’t save, they live in the moment. They spend what
- [Weekly News Roundup for Oct. 25](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-for-oct-25/) - Here are some campus news highlights for the week. You can read the full stories about the new Black Studies minor coming next fall, the federal vaccine passport announcement and the Rams soccer update for the men's and women's teams. Credits Reporter and host: Simone Gavros Photo and graphics editor: Claudia Latino & Rida Khan
- [From green buildings to greenhouse gas emissions: breaking down the state of sustainability at Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-green-buildings-to-greenhouse-gas-emissions-breaking-down-the-state-of-sustainability-at-ryerson/) - Last year, Ryerson University declared that being “champions of sustainability” was one of its core values. But, is that true? In September, the university provided an update on its sustainability initiatives through the Sustainability Progress Report 2021. The report includes “a select number of key achievements, programs and initiatives” across three areas: academics, operations and
- [From post-secondary to post-COVID: How some pandemic grads are being forced out of their industries before they’ve even entered](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-post-secondary-to-post-covid-how-some-pandemic-grads-are-being-forced-out-of-their-industries-before-theyve-even-entered/) - Many recent graduates are being forced to alter their career paths amid the post-COVID-19 job market. Creative industries, such as performance, have taken a large hit during the pandemic and the recovery process will go on for a long time, according to Emma Hartley, a career education specialist at The Creative School at Ryerson University.
- [New Black Studies minor coming to Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-black-studies-minor-coming-to-ryerson/) - A new Black Studies minor will be offered to Ryerson University students next fall, according to an announcement by the university on Oct. 21. The announcement said the minor will include a variety of courses that cover the histories and cultures of Black diasporas and dive into content focused on Black ideologies and themes. It
- [Five local Halloween events to celebrate the spooky season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/five-local-halloween-events-to-celebrate-the-spooky-season/) - Halloween is just around the corner and this year the city has more spooky events and activities on offer following 2020’s more locked-down Halloween season. Trick-or-treating was discouraged in Toronto last year, but Ontario’s top doctor announced earlier this month that trick-or-treaters can door knock — as long as COVID-19 safety is prioritized. Ontario’s guidelines
- [Eyeopener issues letter of regret to student who launched human rights complaint](https://ontherecordnews.ca/eyeopener-issues-letter-of-regret-to-student-who-launched-human-rights-complaint/) - The Eyeopener has issued a letter of regret to Ryerson graduate Jonathan Bradley following a headline-grabbing human rights case, On The Record has learned. On The Record obtained a copy of the letter, the contents of which were then confirmed by Liane McLarty, the independent student newspaper’s general manager and Bradley. “Rye Eye Publishing Incorporated
- [On the Record - Ep.3 - The legalization of cannabis: moral good or money grab?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-ep-3-the-legalization-of-cannabis-moral-good-or-money-grab/) - In this episode of On the Record, we take a look at the cannabis industry three years after legalization in Canada. We evaluate the dwindling pardon system and the flourishing cannabis industry to see who is really benefitting from legalization.
- [Baseball team makes early exit, but Rams players and team official say outlook for next year is good](https://ontherecordnews.ca/despite-early-exit-rams-baseball-team-reflect-on-their-2021-season-off-season-goals-prepping-for-next-season-2/) - It was a bittersweet moment when the Rams left Terry Fox Ball Field in Sudbury, Ont., on Oct. 10. After reaching the OUA regional finals, the Rams fell to the University of Toronto Varsity Blues 13-3, ending their season. But despite their early exit, the Rams were successful in establishing their dynamic as a team,
- [Climate change is affecting how students eat](https://ontherecordnews.ca/climate-change-is-affecting-how-students-eat/) - Food is one of the factors that connects us all. But what if the way we eat is actually contributing to one of the greatest environmental crises of our time? With an appetite for change, many Torontonians are trying to address this problem, starting with what is on their plates. The concept of “eating for
- [Businesses on steady incline amid COVID-19 recovery, experts say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/businesses-on-steady-incline-amid-covid-19-recovery-experts-say/) - The COVID-19 pandemic caused a financial halt for businesses, but a panel of real estate experts say they can recover from this year-long hiatus. Ryerson real estate students had the opportunity to listen and engage with professionals from the real estate industry during a panel held on Oct. 20. Career Night, an annual event hosted
- [How confident are you in the vaccine passport system?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-confident-are-you-in-the-vaccine-passport-system/) - Vaccine mandates have been implemented and, despite being warned of the consequences, some individuals are finding loopholes around getting the COVID-19 vaccine by creating forged documents that state their proof of vaccination. Over the summer, the vaccine passport loomed but most people were able to travel — even internationally — without care for their vaccination
- [Women's volleyball team geared up for big return to competition](https://ontherecordnews.ca/womens-volleyball-team-geared-up-for-big-return-to-competition/) - The Rams women’s volleyball team couldn’t be more excited for a return to competitive games as the team gets ready for its upcoming season. The team is returning to official competition next Friday, Nov. 5 for its first match in two years, after competition was halted due to the COVID-19 pandemic. The Rams will play
- [Op-Ed: Online learning should be an option after the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/op-ed-online-learning-should-be-an-option-after-the-pandemic/) - When President Lachemi announced a full return to campus for the winter 2022 semester I felt very mixed emotions. I always enjoyed the excitement of going into the city for classes. Experiencing city life was part of what made me choose to go to Ryerson University in the first place. Now, I couldn’t be less
- [Cryptocurrency — ‘down the rabbit hole’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/cryptocurrency-down-the-rabbit-hole/) - In 2012, during his second year of university, Ethan Lou was scrolling across the dark web one day when he came across something different than what usually dominated the space. It was a reference to a digital currency called Bitcoin. Why was it on the dark web? Later that year, Lou was interning at a
- [Rams women’s soccer neutralizes McMaster to earn a draw](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-neutralizes-mcmaster-to-earn-a-draw/) - It was a quiet Thursday night at Downsview Park on the scorecard for the Rams women's soccer team — but the game itself was louder than the statsheet indicates. The team played the McMaster Marauders through the cold, windy night to an equal showing. (McMaster is the second place team in the OUA Central division,
- [Abdi scores twice as Rams men's soccer team comes back to draw against McMaster](https://ontherecordnews.ca/abdi-scores-twice-as-rams-mens-soccer-team-comes-back-to-draw-against-mcmaster/) - Two second half goals from first-year midfielder Zakaria Abdi were enough to keep the Rams in the game against the McMaster Marauders Thursday night at Downsview Park. It wasn’t an ideal start, as the Marauders took the lead five minutes into the match. McMaster defender Santiago Patarroyo Rojas took a shot that hit the crossbar
- [On The Record Player: Your scary-good soundtrack for spooky season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-your-scary-good-soundtrack-for-spooky-season/) - Halloween is the one time of year when we can embrace our inner monsters. As the leaves continue changing and our sweaters get thicker, we grab our fun-sized candy by the handful, put on our favourite horror movies and ditch our street clothes for our best costumes. Horror during this season has traditionally been seen
- [Digitization in science is changing the way students prepare for the workforce](https://ontherecordnews.ca/digitization-in-science-is-changing-the-way-students-prepare-for-the-workforce/) - While the COVID-19 pandemic has certainly changed the way that most people work and learn, some fields have been affected more than others. For students in science, their future studies and professional work will involve a greater use of technology, effectively changing the skills they need to succeed. A recent report by the Organization for
- [Opinion: You don’t need to go to university right after high school](https://ontherecordnews.ca/opinion-you-dont-need-to-go-to-university-right-after-high-school/) - I remember being in the final stretch of Grade 12. I was a stressed-out teenager roaming the halls of Brebeuf College School, carrying many concerns regarding my university applications. I not only wondered if I was going to get into my first choice program but if I was going to be accepted by any school
- [‘Seriously radical’ steps needed to confront climate change, says author](https://ontherecordnews.ca/seriously-radical-steps-needed-to-confront-climate-change-says-author/) - In order to save the planet, Lloyd Alter has a succinct message for us all to live by. “Don't eat red meat, don't drive, live in a small space, don't get in a plane and stop buying so much shit.” Alter teaches sustainable design at Ryerson and lives what he calls a 1.5-degree lifestyle in
- [New tech competition to combat hate crimes in Canada](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-tech-competition-to-combat-hate-crimes-in-canada/) - Ryerson’s DMZ has launched a national competition that challenges young Canadians to create technologically integrated solutions aimed at reducing hate crimes. Hack Against Hate will offer a four-day program for students across Canada. Participants will receive hands-on support from industry professionals to help create a prototype for anti-hate solutions. They will also have access to
- [Weekly News Round-Up (1st November, 2021)](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-1st-november-2021/) - The only Ryerson University student to win a competitive Stem Award, a volunteer initiative to help support Afghan refugees and an introduction to Trans Awareness Month. Here are some campus news highlights for the week. Credits Reporter and Host: Swidda Rassy Photo and Graphics Editor: Claudia Latino Executive Producer: Rida Khan
- [Remote learning options not guaranteed for winter 2022 term](https://ontherecordnews.ca/remote-learning-options-not-guaranteed-for-winter-2022-term/) - Remote learning options will not be guaranteed for every course when Ryerson University returns to full-time on-campus learning in winter 2022, according to Ryerson president Mohamed Lachemi. Lachemi says faculty will decide which remote learning options, if any, will be available for students. “The university may not be able to offer an immediate plan to
- [Ryerson looking to diversify sports teams and staff](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-looking-to-diversify-sports-teams-and-staff/) - Over half of Ontario university student athletes and coaches are white, a recent anti-racism report on university athletics found. The Joseph Report, which was released last Monday, found that 71.3 per cent of student athletes at Ontario universities are white, with 78.5 per cent of the province's coaches and 80.1 per cent of administrators also
- [Ryerson professor studies plastic pollutants that enter Arctic rivers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-professor-studies-plastic-pollutants-that-enter-arctic-rivers/) - It wasn’t until sometime in the 2010s that Roxana Sühring learned about the contamination problem in Sweden’s Arctic Indigenous communities. A high concentration of specific plastic additives was found in mothers’ milk. Because of the danger the contamination posed, mothers were asked not to breastfeed their children. While the problem had been known long before
- [Ontario minimum wage is increasing to $15 per hour](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-minimum-wage-is-increasing-to-15-per-hour/) - The minimum wage in Ontario is increasing to $15 per hour in January, Premier Doug Ford announced on Tuesday. The increase will come into effect on Jan. 1 and it will then continue to rise by the rate of inflation. “I can’t think of a better way for our government to be working for workers
- [Right to disconnect may impede instructors at work](https://ontherecordnews.ca/right-to-disconnect-may-impede-instructors-at-work/) - While working remotely has blended the lines between work and personal time, some fields went relatively unscathed. For academics and instructors, receiving emails around the clock is part of the job. However, a new law may empower them to ignore these emails until the workday begins. Under the proposed Working for Workers Act, companies with
- [NDP proposes giving gig workers paid sick days, vacation time](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ndp-proposes-giving-gig-workers-paid-sick-days-vacation-time/) - The Ontario NDP has proposed new legislation that would give gig workers sick time and vacation leave, while safeguarding other common workplace rights they currently don’t have. An estimated 10 per cent of Ontario’s workers are gig workers, meaning that they are independent contractors who, instead of being paid an hourly wage or a salary,
- [Ontario expands third dose availability to 2.75 million people](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-expands-third-dose-availability-to-2-75-million-people/) - On Wednesday, Ontario's chief medical officer of health announced that third doses of the COVID-19 vaccine will become available on Nov. 6 to eligible people who received their last vaccine six months ago. This includes health-care workers, Indigenous adults, caregivers in congregate settings, seniors over 70 and people who received two doses of the AstraZeneca
- [GTA home prices hit record highs in October amid scarce supply](https://ontherecordnews.ca/gta-home-prices-hit-record-highs-in-october-amid-scarce-supply/) - October saw average home prices in the GTA reach all-time highs as supply constraints fuelled buyer competition. The Toronto Regional Real Estate Board announced Wednesday in a release that the number of new listings decreased by about one-third compared to October 2020. It also said GTA market conditions tightened across all home types compared to
- [This Remembrance Day marks the 100th anniversary of the poppy in Canada](https://ontherecordnews.ca/this-remembrance-day-marks-the-100th-anniversary-of-the-poppy-in-canada/) - This Remembrance Day will mark the 100th anniversary of the remembrance poppy in Canada. Worn above the hearts of Canadians, this symbol commemorates the heroism of soldiers who died serving in the First and Second World Wars, as well as those who serve in the Canadian Armed Forces. This tradition is largely attributed to Anna
- [Rams men’s soccer team scores four times in playoff win against Waterloo Warriors](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-soccer-team-scores-four-times-in-playoff-win-against-waterloo-warriors/) - The Rams men’s soccer team has advanced to the OUA semifinals after a dominant 4-0 victory at Downsview Park Wednesday over the Waterloo Warriors. The scoring started early for the Rams, as third-year midfielder Christian Westlaken scored his first goal eight minutes into the game. Westlaken had not scored up to this point during his
- [Rams women’s soccer season comes to an end in quarterfinal loss to Ottawa](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-soccer-season-comes-to-an-end-in-quarterfinal-loss-to-ottawa/) - The Rams women’s soccer team was eliminated in the OUA quarterfinals in a 2-0 loss to the University of Ottawa Gee-Gees on Nov. 3 at Gee-Gees Field. Third-year forward Angelina Gendreau and first-year forward Cassandra Provost scored the game’s only goals for an Ottawa side that has been undefeated all season. The Rams, who entered
- [Toronto's Drag Masterclass is first of its kind in North America](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-drag-masterclass-is-first-of-its-kind-in-north-america/) - Editor’s note: Drag culture is a creative art form that long predates its recent mainstream popularity. It is a gender-bending art in which a person dresses in elaborate clothing and makeup to entertain. It is, most importantly, a celebration of LGBTQ2S+ pride. To pay tribute to drag's enthusiasm and creativity, On The Record has decided
- [International exchange programs back on in winter 2022](https://ontherecordnews.ca/international-exchange-programs-back-on-in-winter-2022/) - Ryerson international exchange programs are set to resume in winter 2022 for inbound and outbound students — pending final decisions from international partner schools. Ryerson notified students about the changes via email on Oct. 27. The school is working with its exchange partners to determine which international schools can host Ryerson students and which schools
- [Music lovers anticipate return of in-person live shows](https://ontherecordnews.ca/music-lovers-anticipate-return-of-in-person-live-shows/) - Music lovers can buy tickets to see their favourite artists live for the first time since in-person concerts were put on hiatus due to the pandemic last year. Ontario announced last month that concert venues, stadiums and theatres can increase to full capacity attendance for fully vaccinated people. Major artists like Justin Bieber, Giveon, and
- [Rams women's hockey team ready for the new season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-hockey-team-ready-for-the-new-season/) - With new recruits, returning faces and a lot of determination, the Rams women’s hockey team is ready to suit up and get back on the ice this season. The squad returns to regular-season action on Thursday against the nationally-ranked York Lions for their first OUA game in 614 days. The Rams exited the 2019-20 season
- [Ryerson’s Cairo satellite campus to open in September 2022](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-cairo-satellite-campus-to-open-in-september-2022/) - Post-secondary students will be able to start earning a Ryerson degree without leaving the Egyptian capital as early as next fall. Ryerson’s satellite campus in Cairo is scheduled to open in September 2022, offering three degree programs through The Creative School. “Students in Egypt and the MENA region (Middle East and North Africa) are enthusiastic
- [Rams men’s basketball team eager to return with a new-look team](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-basketball-team-eager-to-return-with-a-new-look-team/) - Bouncing back from a global pandemic is hard, and the Rams men's basketball team will be ridden with challenges this season. The Rams begin their season at home at the Mattamy Athletic Centre (MAC) this Friday, as they’ll host the Queen’s University Gaels in their first regular-season game in over a year and a half.
- [Rams men’s hockey balances youth and experience in quest for championship](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-hockey-balances-youth-and-experience-in-quest-for-championship/) - The Rams men’s hockey team will be returning to the ice on Thursday night after missing nearly two years of play to COVID-19. The team is coming off a 3-2 record in the pre-season as it goes into its home opener against the Brock Badgers. The Rams racked up wins in the pre-season against the
- [Opinion: We took a hiatus from university and it wasn’t as scary as we thought](https://ontherecordnews.ca/opinion-we-took-a-hiatus-from-university-and-it-wasnt-as-scary-as-we-thought/) - Let us set the scene: Imagine you are one year away from finishing your university degree. You’ve started building your portfolio to enter your industry head-first, but something stops you; mental illness. It’s a roadblock that many students face, as young people ages 15 to 24 are the cohort most likely to experience mental illness
- [Opinion: Flexible work should be the new norm — starting with the 4-day workweek](https://ontherecordnews.ca/opinion-flexible-work-should-be-the-new-norm-starting-with-the-4-day-workweek/) - With just the phrase “four-day workweek” (and the implication of three days off), Ontario Liberal Leader Steven Del Duca certainly got Ontario’s attention. But this new proposed work strategy is more of a buzzword than an actual benefit. As a student gearing up to enter the workforce, I think we need to re-examine some of
- [Deep and versatile Rams women's basketball team ready to compete for national championship](https://ontherecordnews.ca/deep-and-versatile-rams-womens-basketball-team-ready-to-compete-for-national-championship/) - It’s been over a year and a half since Rams varsity basketball has been played at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. The last game was a provincial championship between the Rams women’s basketball team and their division rivals, the Brock Badgers. The team went into the game ready to defend home court after their most successful
- [Dodig steps up for Rams, leads women’s team to home opening win](https://ontherecordnews.ca/dodig-steps-up-for-rams-leads-womens-team-to-home-opening-win/) - The Rams women’s basketball team overcame a five-point deficit in the final minutes of the fourth quarter to earn their first win of the season, beating the Queen’s Gaels 68-65 Friday night at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. With less than three minutes remaining in the game, third-year forward Rachel Farwell shot a jumper coming from
- [Rams men’s basketball team struggles in fourth quarter, drops home opener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-mens-basketball-team-struggles-in-fourth-quarter-drops-home-opener/) - The Rams men’s basketball team squandered a seven-point fourth quarter lead, losing to the Queen’s Gaels 87-81 Friday night at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. The fourth quarter started well for the Rams, as first-year guard Ankit Choudhary was fouled on a three-point attempt, sending him to the free throw line where he made all of
- [Rams women’s hockey team wins second straight game at home opener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-hockey-team-wins-second-straight-game-at-home-opener/) - The Rams women’s hockey team defeated the York Lions 4-2 at the team’s home opener at the Mattamy Athletic Centre Saturday night. The Rams have beat the Lions twice in a row, handing York a 4-1 loss Friday night. Fans in the stands came ready to cheer on the team for the first time since
- [Men’s soccer season ends after a narrow semifinal defeat to York](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mens-soccer-season-ends-after-a-narrow-semifinal-defeat-to-york/) - The Rams men’s soccer team season came to an end after a 3-2 loss to the York University Lions on Nov. 6. With a spot in the OUA finals on the line, the Rams came into the match at York Lions Stadium on a nine-game unbeaten streak. However, despite dominating possession, they were unable to
- [Weekly News Roundup for Nov. 8](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-roundup-for-nov-8/) - Here are some campus news highlights for the week. You can read the full stories about the Remembrance Day poppy, the COVID-19 booster shot eligibility, the international exchange program for winter 2022 and a women’s basketball and hockey teams update. Credits: Reporter and host: Simone Gavros Photo and graphics editor: Claudia Latino Executive producer: Rida
- [Rams give up 105 points to Queen’s in second straight loss](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-give-up-105-points-to-queens-in-second-straight-loss/) - The Rams men’s basketball team lost its second straight game to the Queen’s University Gaels Sunday, falling 105-100 at the Mattamy Athletic Centre after jumping out to a 14-2 lead in the first quarter. The Rams had held Queen’s to 87 points in the season opener Friday night. “We can't give up 100 points in
- [True crime's influence on an era of internet sleuths raises ethical concerns](https://ontherecordnews.ca/true-crimes-influence-on-an-era-of-internet-sleuths-raises-ethical-concerns/) - On Sept. 1, Brian Laundrie returned home from a cross country roadtrip with his fiancée’s van, but his fiancée was nowhere to be found. After being reported missing by her family, this case turned into a national search; the disappearance of influencer Gabby Petito caught the attention of millions. As more details were disclosed, online
- [Ryerson law students fill backpacks for Afghan refugee families](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-law-students-fill-backpacks-for-afghan-refugee-families/) - Annie Li was scrolling through Instagram one morning in September when she came across a story that caught her eye. Li, a second-year student at Ryerson’s Lincoln Alexander School of Law, had spotted a post shared by a fellow student about The School Bag Project, which helps the children of low-income and refugee Afghan families
- [Why this Ryerson professor does not want you to listen to music while you study](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-this-ryerson-professor-does-not-want-you-to-listen-to-music-while-you-study/) - Britney Spears and Beethoven — two iconic artists whose music is internationally recognized and celebrated. But when it comes to listening to music while studying, which is the better option? According to one Ryerson University professor, the answer is neither. “Generally, music is more of a distraction than it is something that will put you
- [New equity-based research aims to support food insecurity in Black households and care for residents in long-term care facilities](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-equity-based-researched-aims-to-support-food-insecurity-in-black-households-and-care-for-residents-in-long-term-care-facilities/) - Two Ryerson professors are leading new equity-based research to help improve patient outcomes in long-term care homes and food insecurity in Black households. Based on their previous work, both professors have found that diverse communities are disproportionately affected by social issues that the pandemic has accelerated, highlighting the need for more equity-based research. Susan Bookey-Bassett
- [Majority of faculty and staff feel unsafe returning to campus, surveys indicate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/majority-of-faculty-and-staff-feel-unsafe-returning-to-campus-surveys-indicate-1-2/) - More than two-thirds of Ryerson University staff surveyed by two prominent unions don’t feel safe returning to in-person work in January 2022. Seventy-one per cent of Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) 3904 and 68 per cent of Ryerson Faculty Association (RFA) respondents felt that the risks of in-person learning outweighed the value. Most of
- [Ryerson streams Remembrance Day 2021 online ceremony](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-streams-remembrance-day-2021-online-ceremony-1/) - On Thursday, Ryerson University commemorated Remembrance Day through a virtual event streamed on YouTube. The event recognized those who served in the Canadian Armed Forces, both in peacetime missions and conflicts abroad. Speakers at the event called for attendees to remember the sacrifices made, especially among veterans who faced discrimination. Despite a history of volunteer
- [On The Record Player: Chicken Soup for the Soul Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-chicken-soup-for-the-soul-day-1/) - According to multiple online sources, Nov. 12 is National Chicken Soup for the Soul Day. While the origins of the holiday are unclear, it’s meant to be an opportunity to celebrate the self; a day to take a step back and reflect on where you’ve been and where you’re going. Chicken Soup for the Soul
- [Rams women’s volleyball team drops home opener versus York](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-volleyball-team-drops-home-opener-versus-york/) - The Rams women’s volleyball team dropped its home opener at the Mattamy Athletic Centre, losing 3-1 to the York University Lions on Nov. 13. Coming off of two losses last weekend against the Queen’s Gaels, the Rams hoped to turn things around in their first regular-season game on home court. Head coach Dustin Reid said
- [Men’s volleyball team sweeps York Lions in home opener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mens-volleyball-team-sweeps-york-lions-in-home-opener/) - After dropping their first two games in Kingston against the nationally ranked Queen's Gaels, the Rams trounced the York Lions in front of a full crowd at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. The Rams spent all week preparing for the game, according to interim head coach Niko Rukavina. The focus was on digging and defensive drills
- [Weekly News Round Up (15th November 2021)](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-15th-november-2021/) - Uncertainty and fear surrounding full return to campus, The School Bag Project for Afghan children and RAMS men's volleyball team victory, and women's team's loss. Here is your weekly news update. Produced by: Rida Khan
- [Confirmed case of COVID-19 on campus last week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/confirmed-case-of-covid-19-on-campus-last-week/) - Someone who was on campus last week has tested positive for COVID-19, according to information distributed Monday by campus union CUPE 3904. In an email sent to its members, CUPE said it was notified of the positive test by Ryerson’s environmental, health and safety (EHS) office. According to the note from EHS, which CUPE included in
- [6G technology could offer new predictive analytic capabilities, panel says](https://ontherecordnews.ca/6g-technology-could-offer-new-predictive-analytic-capabilities-panel-says/) - Forthcoming 6G technology could have the power to connect the digital and physical worlds through predictive data, experts say. The next leap in cellular connectivity is considered a step up from previous generations, where 4G increased access to mobile data and 5G spurred industrial applications of mobile technology. “I think what we're seeing with 6G,
- [Ryerson professional music students praise program in its inaugural semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-professional-music-students-praise-program-in-its-inaugural-semester/) - Classes are underway as students experience Ryerson’s new undergraduate professional music program in its inaugural fall 2021 semester. The Creative School introduced the program in late 2020 and have since accepted just under 50 students for the first year. The first undergraduate music program of its kind in Canada, the program is advertised as a
- [Uber on track to see ride recovery after reporting profitable third quarter](https://ontherecordnews.ca/uber-on-track-to-see-ride-recovery-after-reporting-profitable-third-quarter/) - Uber is reporting its first profitable quarter since the COVID-19 pandemic hit, with its third quarter up a total of $633 million since 2020. The popular ride-hailing app has cratered since the beginning of the pandemic and is only now starting to make its comeback as restrictions are cautiously being lifted across the province and
- [Diversity in the legal system critical to understanding defendants, say legal experts](https://ontherecordnews.ca/diversity-in-the-legal-system-critical-to-understanding-defendants-say-legal-experts-1-2/) - Diversity in the legal system leads to a greater understanding of the people it serves, according to panellists at a Ryerson law school conference. On Saturday, the Lincoln Alexander School of Law held the LegalVoices conference virtually, the second of its kind. Panels of lawyers, judges and legal academics discussed the importance of infusing greater
- [Ryerson grads’ documentary SMOKEYSWRLD tells local story of brotherly love](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-alumnus-documentary-smokeyswrld-tells-local-story-of-brotherly-love/) - Ryerson alumnus Luke Galati is premièring his film SMOKEYSWRLD at the Regent Park Film Festival this month. The short documentary tells the story of Toronto basketball player Kymahni Bent. Bent’s brother, Jahvante Smart, also known as the rapper Smoke Dawg, was killed in a shooting in Queen West in June 2018. SMOKEYSWRLD follows Bent as he
- [Ryerson announces three-week period for community to weigh in on name change](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-announces-three-week-period-for-community-to-weigh-in-on-name-change/) - Ryerson community members have three weeks to weigh-in on the university’s new name, the university’s vice president academic and provost told On The Record on Monday. Jennifer Simpson says the school is on track to have a new name by the end of the academic year. “Our mandate is to provide a shortlist and that's
- [COVID-19 case reported in building where Ryerson leases space](https://ontherecordnews.ca/covid-19-case-reported-in-building-where-ryerson-leases-space/) - A person who was in a building where Ryerson leases space has tested positive for COVID-19. The infected person was in the leased building on Nov. 9 and Ryerson was alerted about the case on Nov. 15. The information was disclosed Tuesday by CUPE, Local 3904, which was informed by Ryerson’s environmental health and safety
- [Rams Women’s Hockey Team Loses First Game of the Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-womens-hockey-team-loses-first-game-of-the-season/) - The Rams women’s hockey team lost 4-1 against the University of Toronto Varsity Blues at the Mattamy Athletic Centre (MAC) on Nov. 19. The loss comes after a nearly two-week break since their winning weekend against the York Lions, when the Rams scored eight goals in two games. “I think we beat ourselves in some
- [Weekly News Round-up (22nd November 2021)](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-22nd-november-2021/) - Proof of vaccination requirements for return to campus, SMOKEYSWRLD film festival premiere, upcoming skiing trips to Blue Mountain and Mont-Tremblant and RAMS women's hockey first loss and upcoming game. Here are some news highlights for the week. Graphics designer: Claudia Latino Producer and reporter: Rida Khan
- [Toronto City Councillor Stepping Away from Role as Vice-chair at the Toronto Board of Health](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-city-councillor-stepping-away-from-role-as-vice-chair-at-the-toronto-board-of-health/) - Toronto city councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam won’t be extending her role as vice-chair at the Toronto Board of Health when it expires in December, she announced in a statement on Monday night. The announcement follows criticism surrounding an op-ed she wrote for the Toronto Sun which was published on Sunday. Wong-Tam also apologized for spreading misinformation
- [On the Record - Ep.4 - Can Toronto Artists Leverage the Pandemic to Make the Industry More Liveable?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-ep-4-can-toronto-artists-leverage-the-pandemic-to-make-the-industry-more-liveable/) - In this episode of On the Record we spoke to Toronto artists, arts workers and a mental health counsellor to discuss the fragile state of the art scene in Toronto and what needs to be done to save it.
- [Dog Owners Await Revitalization of Allan Gardens Off-leash Area](https://ontherecordnews.ca/dog-owners-await-revitalization-of-allan-gardens-off-leash-area-1/) - The Allan Gardens off-leash area (OLA) is gearing up for revitalization, years after plans to upgrade the park were put on hold due to the pandemic. The project is currently in the ideation stage, which is the first of seven stages, according to the city. Over the summer, OLA users were invited to submit proposals
- [Best Places to Shop Local This Black Friday](https://ontherecordnews.ca/best-places-to-shop-local-this-black-friday/) - Black Friday is fast approaching and it’s the best time to support small businesses in Toronto. This year, On The Record put together a list of independent shops offering deals on Black Friday. From coffee and home decor, to accessories and vintage fashion, treat yourself on a budget and check out our picks! Pilot Coffee
- [The Contradiction That Is Social Media Puts into Question Whether Its Benefits Outweigh Its Drawbacks](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-contradiction-that-is-social-media-puts-into-question-whether-its-benefits-outweigh-its-drawbacks/) - Anybody can access Civic Tech Toronto’s weekly Hacknight through the organization’s Facebook. Every Tuesday the diverse community of Torontonians meets virtually to share stories and find solutions to civic challenges through technology and design. One particular Tuesday, a guest lecturer was invited to discuss universal basic income. At the meeting start time, community members rolled
- [Ryerson Reviewing Proposals for New Academic Building at Gerrard and Mutual](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-reviewing-proposals-for-new-academic-building-at-gerrard-and-mutual/) - Ryerson University is taking another step in its design process for a new building at Gerrard Street East and Mutual Street. This comes after closing its requests for proposals (RFP) for building designs on Nov. 17. The site, currently referred to as Gerrard Street Project, will be the new home for the Lincoln Alexander School
- [Confirmed Case of COVID-19 on Campus Reported This Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/confirmed-case-of-covid-19-on-campus-reported-this-week/) - An individual who was on campus earlier this month has tested positive for COVID-19, according to information distributed Thursday evening by a campus union. CUPE 3904 sent its members a copy of an email from Ryerson’s Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) office, which reports that an individual who was last on campus Nov. 1 has
- [Men’s Hockey Team Scores Three Straight Goals in Final Period in Win Against U of T](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mens-hockey-team-scores-three-straight-goals-in-final-period-in-win-against-u-of-t/) - After failing to capitalize on a big shot advantage in the first two periods, the Rams scored three straight goals in the third to steal a 3-1 home ice victory over the Toronto Varsity Blues Thursday night. They were led by first-year forward Kyle Bollers, who scored the game-winning goal. The first goal for either
- [Post-pandemic World Gears up for a Full Shift to Digitization Within the Workplace](https://ontherecordnews.ca/post-pandemic-world-gears-up-for-a-full-shift-to-digitization-within-the-workplace/) - Experts say COVID-19 is responsible for digital transformation among businesses in varying sectors such as health care, tech and the food service industry. At a virtual panel hosted by The Globe and Mail on Nov. 25, chief technology officers (CTO) and chief information officers (CIO) across different sectors gathered to share their thoughts on the
- [On the Record Player: Finish the Semester with a Collection of Album Closers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-finish-the-semester-with-a-collection-of-album-closers/) - Creating an album is a monumental task. At its best, it’s captivating and engrossing, flowing seamlessly from track to track. At its worst, an artist can lose the listener in a cacophony of disparate tracks. While starting an album can be a challenge, closing an album is arguably even harder. If an artist doesn’t end
- [Esports Are Pioneering the Way for Inclusivity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/esports-are-pioneering-the-way-for-inclusivity/) - Pro and competitive gaming is taking the world by storm, and esports are a blooming career option for young people — in part because of their inclusivity compared to traditional sports. In many cases, traditional sports can exclude people who may be of different athletic abilities, for example, and even exclude people based on their
- [Weekly News Round-up (29th November 2021)](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-news-round-up-29th-november-2021/) - An update on finding a new name for the university, why this Toronto city councillor is stepping down from her role as vice-chair at the Toronto Board of Health, and the Ram’s win against the Toronto Varsity Blues during Thursday’s hockey game. Here is today’s weekly news update. Credits Reporter and Host: Swidda Rassy Photo
- [Will Canadian Newsrooms Welcome Another Year Without Online Harassment Policies?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/will-canadian-newsrooms-welcome-another-year-without-online-harassment-policies/) - In September, People’s Party of Canada leader Maxime Bernier ordered his supporters to “play dirty” with journalists. The populist leader did it following journalists’ inquiries about his party’s far-right ties. The wannabe prime minister threw a Twitter tantrum: Calling the journalists idiots and sharing their email addresses with his 160,000 followers. Soon, many female reporters
- [New LGBTQ2S+ Book Addresses Longtime Challenges Facing the Transgender Community](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-lgbtq2s-book-addresses-longtime-challenges-facing-the-transgender-community/) - Laughter, silence and sobbing — this is what you’ll hear during Ivan Coyote’s spoken word performances. Coyote is an award-winning author with 13 books under their belt, and a household name for queer representation in Canadian literature. On Nov. 25, Coyote recounted letters from their latest book, Care Of, to students from Ryerson University during
- [Urban Agriculture Becoming the New Trend to Fight Food Insecurity in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/urban-agriculture-becoming-the-new-trend-to-fight-food-insecurity-in-toronto/) - A city is an unsuspecting place to grow food, but now more than ever, people are turning to concrete jungles like Toronto to create food hubs. Food insecurity has become more apparent in Toronto. According to Food Banks Canada, some of the largest food banks they run in cities such as Toronto saw their usage
- [Another Case of COVID-19 Confirmed on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/another-case-of-covid-19-confirmed-on-campus/) - An individual who was on campus in November has tested positive for COVID-19, according to information distributed by campus union CUPE 3904 on Wednesday. CUPE was notified of the confirmed case by Environmental Health and Safety (EHS) at Ryerson University. EHS identified the case as a “non-Ryerson individual” who was last on campus on Nov.
- [Waiting for His Call: Nathaniel Brooks Reflects on His Time in Arizona, and What Comes after the Rams](https://ontherecordnews.ca/waiting-for-his-call-nathaniel-brooks-reflects-on-his-time-in-arizona-and-what-comes-after-the-rams/) - Arizona isn’t usually the first place that comes to mind when one thinks of hockey. That was a sentiment Rams men’s hockey associate coach Nathaniel Brooks shared until he landed in Glendale—home of the Arizona Coyotes. One of the first things he remembers is the heat. It felt like it was a thousand degrees outside.
- [Toronto City Hall, Other City Buildings to Reopen in Early January](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-city-hall-other-city-buildings-to-reopen-in-early-january/) - Toronto City Hall, metro hall and civic centres will reopen next year on Jan. 4, announced mayor John Tory this week. The city’s reopening plan requires all fully vaccinated office workers to work in person at least three days a week. In accordance with public health guidelines, social distancing, masking, capacity limits and physical barriers
- [‘The Future of Work at Ryerson’ Allows Employees to Work from Home, In-office or a Mix of Both](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-future-of-work-at-ryerson-allows-employees-to-work-from-home-in-office-or-a-mix-of-both/) - Even once the pandemic ends, Ryerson University intends to move toward a hybrid work model that would see employees work from home, in person, or some personalized combination of both. That flexibility is what the majority of the workforce seems to want, the university said in a press release entitled: “The future of work at
- [Innocence Ryerson Turns One: Here’s What the Campus Group Has Been up To](https://ontherecordnews.ca/innocence-ryerson-turns-one-heres-what-the-campus-group-has-been-up-to/) - Innocence Canada began representing wrongfully convicted people in 1993. Today, they have successfully exonerated 24 individuals who’ve collectively spent over 200 years in prison. The non-profit not only advocates for innocent people within the prison system but supports those newly-freed people trying to rehabilitate themselves while reckoning with their personal experiences with failures of the
- [Ryerson Records 50th Confirmed COVID-19 Case on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-records-50th-confirmed-covid-19-case-on-campus/) - An individual who was last on campus on Nov. 21 has tested positive for COVID-19, according to an email campus union CUPE 3904 sent Thursday. This is the second positive case reported this week, bringing the total number of positive cases on Ryerson’s campus to 50 since the start of the pandemic, according to the
- [Op-ed: Opportunities for Global Learning Don’t Have to End at Graduation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/op-ed-opportunities-for-global-learning-dont-have-to-end-at-graduation/) - Since I was in high school, one of my biggest academic goals was to be accepted for a university exchange to Edinburgh, Scotland. I maintained a high average not just because I cared about grades, but specifically for the purpose of boosting my chances of being accepted to the exchange program. However, it wasn’t just
- [Celebrate the Holidays with Seven Local Events, Activities](https://ontherecordnews.ca/celebrate-the-holidays-with-7-local-events-activities/) - While many events were cancelled or modified last holiday season due to COVID-19, there’s no shortage of holiday activities taking place in the city this winter. On The Record has rounded up some of the biggest holiday events happening in Toronto Centre this month. Whether you’re hoping to enjoy an evening of holiday music, searching
- [Online Petition Against Winter Return Gains Traction](https://ontherecordnews.ca/online-petition-against-winter-return-gains-traction/) - As the winter semester approaches, a petition urging Ryerson to continue online classes has quickly gained signatures. In late October, Ryerson University president and vice-chancellor Mohamed Lachemi published a letter on Ryerson’s website stating the university would be returning to in-person classes, programming and services during the winter 2022 semester. Lectures will primarily be in-person,
- [‘i Didn’t Have a Choice’: How the Pandemic Pushed Long-frustrated Students to the Edge](https://ontherecordnews.ca/i-didnt-have-a-choice-how-the-pandemic-pushed-long-frustrated-students-to-the-edge/) - Even though Tara Mulcahy Konop considers herself one of the lucky ones, the pandemic still upended her life. The 21-year-old Ryerson student started the pandemic at Concordia University in Montreal, paying their bills through a part-time job with Starbucks. When her location closed for two weeks, she lost thousands of dollars worth of work shifts.
- [Ryerson Unions Raise COVID-19 Safety Concerns Ahead of January Campus Return](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-unions-raise-covid-19-safety-concerns-ahead-of-january-campus-return/) - "I don’t think that there is a need for us to police our community members," says university president Mohamed Lachemi.
- [Letter from a Student Stuck Abroad: Is Ryerson Doing Enough to Make Sure International Students Can Come Back?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/letter-from-a-student-stuck-abroad-is-ryerson-doing-enough-to-make-sure-international-students-can-come-back/) - I can recall with muscle-constricting clarity the moment I found out the international travel ban had left me stranded on Ryerson University’s campus. It was Friday, March 13, 2020. Ryerson’s bustling thoroughfares quickly emptied, their silence filled by the cacophony of ambulances wailing up Church Street. For some students, the trip home for lockdown was
- [Why Compassion Is Key to Making January’s Return to In-person Learning Smooth](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-compassion-is-key-to-making-januarys-return-to-in-person-learning-smooth/) - Although many students returning to campus in January will not be new, the return to the classroom is going to make even veteran students feel like they’re back in first year. Students were expected to quickly adapt to their new remote learning environment back in March 2020. They had to change the way they operated
- [Surviving the Pandemic: One Café Offers a Lesson in Adapting](https://ontherecordnews.ca/surviving-the-pandemic-one-cafe-offers-a-lesson-in-adapting/) - On a day in mid-March 2020, Firas Arafat remembers turning off the lights in Page One café with a feeling of uncertainty hanging over him. Arafat owns Page One with his partner, Jennifer Reynolds. The café is a coveted study spot for many Ryerson students. Tucked away on Mutual Street, it’s close enough to campus
- [Ryerson’s Student Groups Prioritize Making Religion More Relatable on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-student-groups-prioritize-making-religion-more-relatable-on-campus/) - When students return en masse in January, campus religious group leaders say they’ll be doing all they can to attract newcomers looking for a sense of belonging after months of pandemic isolation. At the same time they’re going to build on the lessons they’ve learned about the value of online communities to keep interested those
- [Amid Worsening Mental Health, Students Are Anxious to Return to In-person Classes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/amid-worsening-mental-health-students-are-anxious-to-return-to-in-person-classes-1/) - Vrinda Satikuwar is nearing the end of her post-graduate diploma in international business management at Seneca College — a diploma she’s completed almost entirely online. The prospect of returning in-person come January? “I don’t really know what happens when I enter my class for the first time,” Satikuwar said. “What if no one likes me and
- [Restaurant with Long Ties to Ryerson Community Members Barely Survived Through COVID-19](https://ontherecordnews.ca/restaurant-with-long-ties-to-ryerson-community-members-barely-survived-through-covid-19-1-2/) - Alan Liu says he can remember how rosy everything appeared as he headed into the year 2020. It was to be a bright new beginning for Salad King, his Thai restaurant located across the street from Ryerson’s Student Learning Centre. Nearly 30 years after Liu’s family first took over the Yonge Street restaurant after moving
- [More Online Therapy Key to Dealing with Growing Demands for Mental Health Counselling](https://ontherecordnews.ca/more-online-therapy-key-to-dealing-with-growing-demands-for-mental-health-counselling-1-2/) - Online therapy may become a key to dealing with an expected increase in demand for mental health services when Ryerson students return to campus in January. Ryerson’s Centre for Student Development and Counselling (CSDC) said that it has plans to offer students a hybrid option between in-person and online sessions to create flexible opportunities for
- [Four Reasons Life after Online Classes Will Be the Worst Thing to Happen to Education](https://ontherecordnews.ca/4-reasons-life-after-online-classes-will-be-the-worst-thing-to-happen-to-education/) - Ryerson University recently announced the full-time return to in-person classes in January — and students couldn’t be more devastated. To highlight the universal despair felt by students across campus, here are four reasons why moving back to an in-person environment is not a good idea. No more funny glitches and mishaps People think that the
- [Student Commuters Anxious about Getting Back on Trains, Buses](https://ontherecordnews.ca/student-commuters-anxious-about-getting-back-on-trains-buses-1-2/) - Stepping onto a bus or train was part of a typical pre-pandemic morning for many Ryerson University commuters. Before COVID-19 struck and led to the university going to online classes only, 77 per cent of students used local and regional transportation services to get to campus, according to StudentMoveTO. However, the pandemic has left some
- [How Time and a Pandemic Have Changed Ryerson’s Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/after-nearly-two-years-how-time-and-a-pandemic-have-changed-ryersons-campus-1-2/) - A photo essay documenting changes at the university ahead of the winter 2022 return to in-person classes and campus events
- [Students, Profs Find the ‘silver lining’ in Remote Classes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-profs-find-the-silver-lining-in-remote-classes-1-2/) - When Ryerson decided in March 2020 to close its campus and move all teaching online, it opened a floodgate of criticisms. Students and faculty have complained — about the monotony of it all, about Zoom fatigue, about campus facilities being closed while tuition has remained the same. But research has shown that the pandemic has
- [Traffic Safety Experts Worry about Pedestrians as More People, Vehicles Return to Downtown Streets](https://ontherecordnews.ca/traffic-safety-experts-worry-about-pedestrians-as-more-people-vehicles-return-to-downtown-streets/) - With students about to return to campus for the winter semester, the university hasn’t done enough to prioritize pedestrian safety, says a Ryerson traffic safety expert. Raktim Mitra, associate professor of urban and regional planning, said Ryerson’s efforts to prevent traffic accidents have been inadequate. “[During rush hour] when more students are getting off subways,
- [Skills Learned Through Online Study Could Benefit Graduates in the Post-pandemic Workplace](https://ontherecordnews.ca/skills-learned-through-online-study-could-benefit-graduates-in-the-post-pandemic-workplace-1-2/) - As Ryerson students contemplate returning to campus in January, some are going to be looking even further into the future — and worrying about whether their interrupted in-person education is going to leave them lacking skills to enter the workplace. RELATED: The great campus return? After nearly two years without on-campus learning, what's the cost
- [Sports Governing Body Plays Hard to Get Varsity Teams Back into the Game](https://ontherecordnews.ca/sports-governing-body-plays-hard-to-get-varsity-teams-back-into-the-game/) - The Ryerson Rams men’s soccer team kicked off its season with a home game at Downsview Park on a warm, early fall evening. The Rams were playing against their crosstown rivals, the University of Toronto Varsity Blues, and the stands were packed with supporters from both schools. After the game, Rams head coach Filip Prostran
- [An Ode to Online Learning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/an-ode-to-online-learning-1/) - As the snow descends and weather turns cold, Anticipation brews as fall comes to a close. We say farewell to online, as our screens go black, With in-person approaching, it is time to look back. Good-bye distractions, good-bye dread, good-bye lectures from my bed. Fuck off Zoom, fuck off time zones, fuck off newscasts shot
- [Pandemic Learning Left Students with ADHD Behind. Here’s How a Campus Return Could Fix That](https://ontherecordnews.ca/pandemic-learning-left-students-with-adhd-behind-heres-how-a-campus-return-could-fix-that/) - In high school, Reta found the rigid class structure and strong sense of community to be grounding. It allowed them to do fairly well academically. The 20-year-old — who On The Record is only identifying by their first name due to worries about family finding out about their diagnosis — started at Ryerson in September
- [Ryerson Is an Ontario University Outlier for Not Publicly Reporting COVID-19 Cases](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-1-of-only-7-ontario-universities-choosing-not-to-publicly-report-covid-19-cases-even-as-a-new-variant-sweeps-the-globe/) - Ryerson is an outlier among Ontario’s public universities when it comes to sharing information about confirmed COVID-19 cases on campus. On The Record has found that 16 out of 23 public universities in Ontario report confirmed cases to their community with varying degrees of detail. Ryerson is one of only seven schools that don’t disclose
- [What Ryerson Isn't Telling Us about the Return to Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-ep-5-return-to-campus-what-ryerson-isnt-telling-us/) - Ryerson is confident about the return to campus, but staff and students are demanding more transparent health and safety information.
- [Ryerson’s Proof of Vaccine System Leaves Room for Errors, Experts Say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-proof-of-vaccine-system-leaves-room-for-errors-experts-say/) - Ryerson University’s proof of vaccination system is expected to be put to the test in full force come January when tens of thousands of people are expected to return to campus. The system came into effect in September to comply with provincial mandates, and allows students, staff and faculty to submit their vaccination status through
- [Ryerson Students Create Petition to Push Back Against Lack of Online Learning Options](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-students-create-petition-to-push-back-against-lack-of-online-learning-options/) - Are classes in-person accessible for all? Produced by: Rachel Parent
- [What the Basin Media Hub Means for the Future of Toronto Film](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-the-basin-media-hub-means-for-the-future-of-toronto-film/) - The recently announced Toronto Basin Media Hub aims to solidify the city’s influence on the mainstream film industry. The proposal for a state-of-the-art film, television and media hub on Basin Street first came in late 2020 by CreateTO, an agency established by the city of Toronto to manage the city’s real estate assets. A year
- [Majority of City Workers in Compliance with COVID-19 Vaccine Mandate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/majority-of-city-workers-in-compliance-with-covid-19-vaccine-mandate/) - The City of Toronto has announced 98 per cent of its employees are fully vaccinated against COVID-19. A city mandate requires all employees to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 and staff must prove their vaccination status. A press release issued Thursday states 99 per cent of employees have disclosed their vaccination status of at least
- [From the RCC to the Scotiabank Arena: Aidan Lising's Graphic Design Journey to Working with the Leafs](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-the-rcc-to-the-scotiabank-arena-aidan-lisings-graphic-design-journey-to-working-with-the-leafs/) - Like many other university students, Aidan Lising was confused, doubtful and just trying to figure out what worked best for him. While he worked hard pursuing journalism at Ryerson University back in 2019, Lising always kept his passion for graphic design on the side. During the November blues of Lising’s senior year at high school, he
- [Reduced Ttc Service and Existing Delays Heighten Students’ Commuting Concerns Around Wait times, Overcrowding](https://ontherecordnews.ca/reduced-ttc-service-and-existing-delays-heighten-students-commuting-concerns-around-wait-times-overcrowding/) - Fourth-year creative industries student Daniel Song commutes to work three times a week to the Jane and Steeles area, taking the York Region Transit’s (YRT) 91 Bayview bus and then the TTC’s 960 Steeles West Express bus. He says the wait times for his hour-long commute to work are “really, really bad.” “When it says
- [On the Record Player: The Holiday Special](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-player-the-holiday-special/) - With each winter comes the annual struggle: bracing ourselves against an onslaught of holiday music. At their worst, the songs follow us no matter where we go, digging into our brains with no respite. But they can also help us reflect on the joy the season brings. For some, it means nestling into the nostalgia
- [Ryerson Defers In-person Return to End of January](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-defers-in-person-return-to-end-of-january/) - Most Ryerson University students will not be returning to the classroom until the end of January, according to new safety measures announced Thursday. Winter semester classes, which begin Jan. 10 for engineering and some architecture students and Jan. 14 for all others, will be held online until Jan. 30. The university is expected to shift
- [Ryerson announces return to in-person learning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-announces-return-to-in-person-learning/) - The university will begin a gradual return to campus on Jan. 31 and expects there will be a full return to in-person learning a month later, Ryerson president Mohamed Lachemi announced Wednesday. The rapid spread of the Omicron variant of COVID-19 delayed Ryerson’s plan to return to on-campus learning for the start of the Winter semester. The
- [Remembering Oli](https://ontherecordnews.ca/remembering-oli/) - Olivier Dundas, or ‘Oli’ as he preferred to go by, was born Oct. 18, 2001. He enrolled at Ryerson’s School of Journalism in 2019 with a strong interest in sports, particularly hockey and basketball. Oli was a goalie, and played hockey for much of his life, before deciding to pursue his passion of sports journalism.
- [Ryerson Community Members Share Their Views on Returning to In-person Classes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-community-members-share-their-views-on-returning-to-in-person-classes/) - Ryerson president Mohamed Lachemi announced Wednesday that the university will commence a gradual return to campus on Jan. 31 with the expectation to return fully in-person a month later. Lachemi hopes the university community will welcome this move and “see it as an opportunity to begin a post-pandemic way of living, learning and working,” but
- [Unvaccinated Ryerson Students to Be Removed from Winter Courses](https://ontherecordnews.ca/unvaccinated-ryerson-students-to-be-removed-from-winter-courses/) - Ryerson students who are unvaccinated against COVID-19 or whose status is undeclared are in the process of being removed from their winter semester courses that are to be held in-person. The action from the school comes after a notice was sent to students stating those who wish to not upload their status, or get vaccinated
- [Ryerson Encouraging Third COVID-19 Vaccine Dose for Return to In-person Learning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-encouraging-third-covid-19-vaccine-dose-for-return-to-in-person-learning/) - All members of the Ryerson community are encouraged, but not yet obligated, to get their third dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, according to a statement from the university. The suggestion comes in the wake of president Mohamed Lachemi’s confirmation that the school will be returning to in-person learning this semester. The campus will begin a
- [Ontario Students Launch Health Advocacy Group amid Return to In-person Classes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-students-launch-health-advocacy-group-amid-return-to-in-person-classes/) - Ontario needs better health policies if high school students must return to in-person learning during the COVID-19 pandemic, say members of a new advocacy group. On Jan. 17, Ontario Students for COVID Safety took to Twitter with a list of demands, which have garnered online support provincewide and also been embraced by some college and
- [Denise O’Neil Green Leaves Her Position at Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/denise-oneil-green-leaves-her-position-at-ryerson/) - Denise O’Neil Green, the person behind creating a well-respected reputation for the equity and community inclusion portfolio at Ryerson University, will be concluding her position after a decade of service. Following being named the vice-president of equity and community inclusion in 2017, Green became the first person to hold such a position dedicated to equity
- [School of Public Health Faculty Members Tell University They’re Concerned about Return to In-person Learning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/school-of-public-health-faculty-members-tell-university-theyre-concerned-about-return-to-in-person-learning/) - The university should change the way it plans to conduct the return to in-person learning this semester, say Ryerson professors who are experts in infectious diseases, public health and workplace safety. Eight faculty members from the School of Occupational and Public Health say they are concerned about “the proposed model of return” the university has
- [On The Record – S2E1 – Back, But Uncertain](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s2e1-back-but-uncertain/) - As the On The Record podcast returns for the Winter Semester, your host, TJ Dhir, looks at the biggest issues surrounding COVID-19 and Ryerson. The futures of unvaccinated students and students with an unknown vaccination status are currently in limbo. On The Record editor-in-chief Nick Parker talks about the struggles they face as well as
- [One of Canada’s Tallest Residential Buildings Set to Be Built at Yonge and Gerrard](https://ontherecordnews.ca/one-of-canadas-tallest-residential-buildings-set-to-be-built-at-yonge-and-gerrard/) - Ryerson University’s campus is about to be home to one of Canada’s tallest residential buildings. Set to be built at the corner of Yonge Street and Gerrard Street, the 95-storey apartment building named Concord Sky is projected to be completed within the next five years. A proposal for the building was put forward in 2017
- [Demand for Lower Tuition Continues Despite Return to In-person Classes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/demand-for-lower-tuition-continues-despite-return-to-in-person-classes/) - With a gradual return to in-person learning starting Jan. 31, Ryerson University must address high tuition costs and outstanding pandemic-related issues, say members of a student organization. “‘Back to normal’ shouldn’t necessarily be a standard, because the issues that existed before the pandemic, and the issues that the pandemic caused, are all amounting to a
- [Students, Professors Protest Ryerson’s Planned Return to Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-professors-protest-ryersons-planned-return-to-campus/) - Students and professors at Ryerson University have written open letters calling for changes to a planned return to campus that’s just days away. Jwalit Bharwani, a mechanical engineering student, is behind one of the open letters, which was posted to the university’s Reddit page and a student-run Facebook page. “Am I to understand that Ryerson
- [Vaccine Hesitancy Is Not Synonymous with Anti-vax, Health Experts Say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/vaccine-hesitancy-is-not-synonymous-with-anti-vax-health-experts-say/) - Survey data from 28,660 Ontarians reveals that individuals with lower confidence in COVID-19 vaccines tend to have a lower household income, are more likely to be unable to work from home and self-identify as racialized. According to a brief from the Ontario COVID-19 Science Advisory Table, vaccine hesitancy among racialized groups is a complex issue
- [What to Expect on Campus This Winter](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-to-expect-on-campus-this-winter/) - You likely haven’t been on campus in a while. With Ryerson University’s gradual return to in-person learning starting on Jan. 31, you might be wondering what is open on campus this semester. Before heading to campus, all students and staff members are required to be fully vaccinated and complete a health screening via the RyersonSafe
- [Ryerson's First Family of Fortnite](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-first-family-of-fortnite/) - It quickly became painfully apparent that the entrants in the Fortnite competition hosted at Samsung’s location in the Eaton Centre weren’t ready for Burhan and Imran Khan.
- [Ryerson Defends ‘safe’ Return-to-campus Plans](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-defends-safe-return-to-campus-plans/) - Ryerson University rejects assertions its return to campus plan is potentially hazardous to the health of its community, saying the school is “confident that a gradual return to campus activities is safe.” This doubling down comes after months of opposition from community members, who have cited everything from waning two-dose vaccine effectiveness to a resumption
- [Popular Church Street Club Struggles to Stay Afloat During the Pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/popular-church-street-club-struggles-to-stay-afloat-during-the-pandemic/) - Crews and Tangos temporarily closed its doors in late-December; now its owner is hoping for a rebound As some nightclub owners have been forced to close their doors for good, Maverick Michael Ramawad, owner of Crews and Tangos, is fighting to make sure his business — a staple in the LGBTQ2S+ community — has a
- [Algorithmic Tools Point to the Need for the Modernization of Data Protection, Panel Says](https://ontherecordnews.ca/algorithmic-tools-point-to-the-need-for-the-modernization-of-data-protection-panel-says/) - Major updates to laws are needed as social media business models continue to rely on personalized data, industry experts said at a panel held Jan. 26. The conversation was held virtually and hosted by Jim Turk, the director of the Centre for Free Expression at Ryerson University. Experts discussed how current algorithms are driven by
- [The Silver Snail Moves from Yonge Street after 9 Years](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-silver-snail-moves-from-yonge-street-after-9-years/) - With the gradual return to in-person classes for students having started on Monday, there is a noticeable absence in the business landscape adjacent to Ryerson University’s campus. The Silver Snail comic book store, which once occupied a storefront on Yonge Street, has now moved to Trinity-Bellwoods, according to their Instagram. View this post on Instagram
- [Here’s What You Need to Know about the 2022 RSU Election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/heres-what-you-need-to-know-about-the-2022-rsu-election/) - It’s that time of year when students have to make decisions about the type of governance they want to see in the Ryerson Students’ Union offices. On The Record has put together all the important information student voters need. Important dates The timeline of the election will look different this year as the entire process,
- [Forward Slate Candidate Caught Violating Election Bylaws](https://ontherecordnews.ca/forward-slate-candidate-caught-violating-election-bylaws/) - A Forward slate Faculty of Communication and Design candidate was caught messaging a student privately asking for their vote in the ongoing 2022 Ryerson Students’ Union election. Vincent Lecompte was caught in a screenshot messaging a student, which goes against RSU bylaw 6.69. The bylaw forbids candidates from campaigning through any form of electronic mail,
- [Six Arts and Culture Events to Celebrate Black History Month](https://ontherecordnews.ca/six-arts-and-culture-events-to-celebrate-black-history-month/) - In 1995, the first Black female MP, Jean Augustine, introduced a motion in the House of Commons that was passed unanimously to recognize February as Black History Month across Canada. Now, every year, this month is dedicated to celebrating and learning about Black history. On The Record has compiled a list of events centred on
- [Five Executive Candidates Absent from RSU’s Election Debate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/five-executive-candidates-absent-from-rsus-election-debate/) - Several candidates vying for executive positions on the RSU failed to show up for a key election debate Tuesday, one of the few chances students have in a very short campaign to hear from those who want to represent them. The candidates who didn't show criticized the event both for the time of day it
- [Ryerson Graduate Covering Her Fourth Olympic Games: Sarah Jenkins Is Living out Her Childhood Dream](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-graduate-covering-her-fourth-olympic-games-sarah-jenkins-is-living-out-her-childhood-dream/) - Growing up, Sarah Jenkins loved playing hockey and dreamed of competing at the Olympic Games. After years of watching the Olympics and developing a love for sports, media and working in the industry, Jenkins found her way to CBC as a sports content producer. This year, she’ll be covering her fourth Olympic Games. Jenkins always
- [RSU Elections Inaccessible, Criticize Candidates and Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rsu-elections-inaccessible-criticize-candidates-and-students/) - Students, candidates, and interest groups are questioning the integrity of this year’s Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) election. At issue, they say are an abrupt election rollout that broke RSU bylaws, an inconvenient debate time and lack of accessible resources for students. The RSU’s election officially kicked off on Jan. 24 with a nomination period, with
- [Central Toronto Food Banks See Massive Increase in Visits](https://ontherecordnews.ca/central-toronto-food-banks-see-massive-increase-in-visits/) - St. Bartholomew’s Anglican Church is one of many food banks located in Toronto’s downtown core that has seen a big increase in the number of people coming through its doors each week. Scott Hunter has been working at this food bank for over 30 years. He said the number of people they have been receiving
- [RSU Election Results: Independent Candidate Marina Gerges Wins Bid for President](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rsu-election-results-independent-candidate-marina-gerges-wins-bid-for-president/) - Marina Gerges defeated incumbent president Siddhanth Satish in this year’s Ryerson Students’ Union election, while independent candidates were elected in each of the faculty director positions. Gerges managed to get a total of 1,408 votes over Satish’s 556. Satish was running under the ‘Forward’ slate this year. Ahmed Ali, under the ‘Revolution’ slate, came third
- [Ryerson Athletes and Faculty Prepare for Return of the Winter Sports Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-athletes-and-faculty-prepare-for-return-of-the-winter-sports-season/) - After spending the last couple of months on the sidelines, excitement is brewing as Ryerson athletes and faculty prepare to return to the winter sports season. With the easing of public health measures in the province, Ontario University Athletics (OUA) announced that teams were able to return to training on Monday, Jan. 31 and scheduled
- [Ryerson International Students Feel Unsupported in the Return to In-person Learning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-international-students-feel-unsupported-in-the-return-to-in-person-learning/) - Some international students feel as though Ryerson is not supporting them with their concerns during their return to in-person learning. Ryerson has announced that faculties will have full autonomy as to how they decide to bring their staff and students back to campus between the dates of Jan. 31 and Feb. 28. Additionally, the International
- [Students Turn to Sleep Aids amid Pandemic Stress](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-turn-to-sleep-aids-amid-pandemic-stress/) - Students are using melatonin and cannabis to improve sleep
- [On The Record - S2E2 - Cash is King](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s2e2-cash-is-king/) - Finances have become a major talking point in the era of COVID-19, with many Ryerson students facing tough decisions about their education and some businesses near campus worrying about their viability. In this episode of the On The Record podcast, your hosts, TJ Dhir and Thomas Desormeaux, examine two issues: tuition costs and the plight
- [Marina Gerges Says She Is Ready to Rescue the RSU](https://ontherecordnews.ca/marina-gerges-is-ready-to-rescue-the-rsu/) - Marina Gerges rolls her eyes at promises of transparency and accountability. Not because she doesn’t believe they’re important, but because she rarely believes the people promising them. Last week, Gerges won the Ryerson Students’ Union’s (RSU) presidential election as an independent candidate – a victory she says signifies that students are ready for serious change.
- [Ryerson Resumes Varsity Sports with Pair of Hoops Victories over York](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-resumes-varsity-sports-with-pair-of-hoops-victories-over-york/) - After 66 days away from the court due to COVID-19 restrictions, Ryerson’s women’s and men’s basketball teams resumed play Wednesday night against the York Lions, marking the return of varsity sports to campus this winter. The action kicked off with the women’s team, which entered play a perfect 10-0. In a sequence emblematic of the
- [10 Black-owned Businesses You Can Support](https://ontherecordnews.ca/10-black-owned-businesses-you-can-support/) - As we celebrate Black History Month this February, On The Record has put together a list of Black-owned businesses that aren’t too far from Ryerson University's campus by walking or TTC. From cafés and restaurants, to clothing stores and hair shops, here are 10 local businesses you might not know about. Congo Coffee & Toronto
- [Excel to Inspire: Encouraging Black High School Students to Pursue Post-secondary Education](https://ontherecordnews.ca/excel-to-inspire-encouraging-black-high-school-students-to-pursue-post-secondary-education/) - A new program aims to encourage Black high school students to pursue post-secondary education by having one-on-one virtual sessions with post-secondary student mentors. Excel to Inspire (E2I) is a free mentorship program that consists of 12 Black identifying students from universities across Ontario, including two students from Ryerson. All of the mentors are participating on
- [Back to School: Despite Some Concerns, Many Staff and Students Are Excited about the Return to Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/back-to-school-despite-some-concerns-many-staff-and-students-are-excited-about-the-return-to-campus/)
- [32 COVID-19 Cases Confirmed at Ryerson so Far This Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/32-covid-19-cases-confirmed-at-ryerson-so-far-this-year/) - Ryerson University has officially confirmed 32 new cases of COVID-19 on campus in 2022 alone, according to information released Friday by the union that represents contract lecturers. This compares to 70 cases reported throughout the entire pandemic, up until Dec. 31, 2021, according to the email sent to its members by the Canadian Union of
- [Ryerson ‘to Reflect’ on Vaccination Requirements as Ontario Moves to Lift Restrictions](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-to-reflect-on-vaccination-requirements-as-ontario-moves-to-lift-restrictions/) - Ryerson University president Mohamed Lachemi says it is too soon to say what changes the university will make surrounding its vaccine policies following news that Ontario will lift proof of vaccine requirements at non essential businesses March 1. On Monday, Ontario Premier Doug Ford announced that capacity restrictions at non-essential businesses will be lifted Feb.
- [Why Your Grocery Bills Are Set to Increase in 2022](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-your-grocery-bills-are-set-to-increase-in-2022/)
- [Rams Continue Hoops Dominance with Wednesday Wins over U of T](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rams-continue-hoops-dominance-with-pair-of-wednesday-wins-over-u-of-t/) - Ryerson enjoyed another successful night on the hardwood Wednesday, as both the women’s and men’s teams scored wins over crosstown rivals U of T in front of another rowdy crowd at the Mattamy Athletic Centre. The women started the night off with a defensive clinic. The Varsity Blues didn’t score in the first 4:13 of
- [Ram in the Rye Will Not Reopen This Semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ram-in-the-rye-will-not-reopen-this-semester/) - Restaurant manager of the Ram in the Rye, Crystal Pettman, has just announced that the beloved student bar will remain closed for the duration of the winter 2022 semester. However, Pettman states the Oakham Cafe, which she also manages, will be open. “Given the circumstances and the short turnaround time we’ve made the decision not
- [Mural Celebrating Nurses Unveiled at Dundas and Bond](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mural-celebrating-nurses-unveiled-at-yonge-and-bond/) - The Canadian Nurses Association (CNA) has unveiled a 18-storey mural dedicated to nurses across Canada. The project is a “reminder to people in Canada of the immense role nurses have played and continue to play amidst the continuing COVID-19 pandemic,” a CNA representative said in a news release. The piece of art was unveiled at
- [Ryerson Hosts Virtual Event Analyzing Sports and Racism](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-hosts-virtual-event-analyzing-sports-and-racism/) - A sociology professor says that professional athletes are becoming more comfortable addressing systemic racism. In a public webinar called “Sports and Standing up for Justice — Impact of the Professional Sport Strike/Boycott”, Nicole Neverson discussed the change in demeanour of athletes who have spoken out against social issues in the wake of the murder of
- [Panel Discusses the Impacts of Anti-black Racism and Ableism in Childhood](https://ontherecordnews.ca/panel-discusses-the-impacts-of-anti-black-racism-and-ableism-in-childhood/) - Trevor McAlmont says Black youth with disabilities are likely to “fall through the cracks” in the education system without effective communication and advocacy. As the executive director of the Macaulay Child Development Centre, it’s a topic McAlmont is passionate about. On Wednesday, he participated in a virtual panel titled Black Experiences and Disabled Childhoods, put
- [Engineering Students Report Attack by ‘Unidentified Individuals’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/engineering-students-report-attack-by-unidentified-individuals/) - The president of the Ryerson Engineering Student Society (RESS) says he was attacked on campus earlier this week. On Feb. 15, a group of “unknown individuals” targeted Gianluca Basile and other RESS members walking on Gould Street, Basile said in an Instagram post. Basile said other people were on the street, but the primary attacker
- [7 New COVID-19 Cases Confirmed at Ryerson This Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/7-new-covid-19-cases-confirmed-at-ryerson-this-week/) - There have been at least 39 COVID-19 cases reported at Ryerson University so far this semester, according to information released Friday by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). Seven of the cases were reported within the span of one week, Feb. 7 through Feb. 13, according to CUPE local 3904 president Laurie Jacklin, whose
- [On The Record – S2E3 – RSU's Past, Present, and Future](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s2e3-rsus-past-present-and-future/) - The Ryerson Students’ Union (RSU) has been mired in controversy after controversy, especially over the past three years. In this episode of the On The Record podcast, your hosts, TJ Dhir and Thomas Desormeaux, take a look at the student union’s fraught history. Two former members of RSU’s Board of Directors have strong opinions about
- [What It Would Take for Ryerson to Become Carbon Neutral](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-it-would-take-for-ryerson-to-become-carbon-neutral/) - Carbon neutrality has become synonymous with running a sustainable operation in the fight against climate change. So far, universities are finding it a hard practice to implement. Only a handful of post-secondary institutions in Canada have become carbon neutral. So, what would it take for Ryerson to join this exclusive club? What is carbon neutrality?
- [Vintage Clothing Is Highly Priced, but There’s a Reason Why](https://ontherecordnews.ca/vintage-clothing-is-highly-priced-but-theres-a-reason-why/) - A vintage sweatshirt or T-shirt with a hefty price tag might be hard to believe for some shoppers, but for passionate buyers and sellers, it would come as no surprise. Thrifting has become more popular over the years, and so has the demand for older items. As brands like Carhartt, Nike, and Champion fluctuate in
- [22 New COVID-19 Cases on Campus During Two-week Period](https://ontherecordnews.ca/22-new-covid-19-cases-on-campus-during-two-week-period/) - There were 22 confirmed COVID-19 cases on campus in the past two weeks, according to information released Tuesday by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). The week of Feb. 14 through Feb. 20 had 11 cases, affecting seven students and four staff, according to CUPE local 3904 president Laurie Jacklin, whose union represents contract
- [Student Groups Say They Receive Little Help from Ryerson to Sponsor and Promote Black History Month Events](https://ontherecordnews.ca/student-groups-say-they-receive-little-help-from-ryerson-to-sponsor-and-promote-black-history-month-events/) - As February comes to an end, so do many of the Black History Month events at Ryerson University. Although there were a few prominent events held by the school, many of the others were organized and facilitated by independent student groups. “It's so sad that the cultural student groups receive very little help from the
- [What Are Ryerson's Sustainability Initiatives?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-are-ryersons-sustainability-initiatives/)
- [Lachemi to Receive Short List of Proposed New Names for the University by End of the Semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/lachemi-to-receive-short-list-of-proposed-new-names-for-the-university-by-end-of-the-semester/) - Ryerson president Mohamed Lachemi will be given the short list of proposed new names for the university by the end of the winter semester, the chair of the renaming committee said Tuesday. In a statement, Jennifer Simpson also provided more details about the results of a survey the university renaming advisory committee (URAC) conducted to
- [Eased COVID-19 Restrictions Pose New Barriers for Individuals Battling Seasonal Depression](https://ontherecordnews.ca/eased-covid-19-restrictions-pose-new-barriers-for-individuals-battling-seasonal-depression/) - As COVID-19 restrictions ease across the province, students are expected to return to in-person learning. Experts believe this could potentially create pressures for individuals who are navigating seasonal depression. Although seasonal affective disorder (SAD) can occur year-round, the wintertime change in daylight tends to be a huge trigger, according to Diana Brecher, a clinical psychologist
- [The Centre for Safer Sex and Sexual Violence Support Gets Bump in Funding from RSU](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-centre-for-safer-sex-and-sexual-violence-support-gets-bump-in-funding-from-rsu/) - The Centre for Safer Sex and Sexual Violence Support (CSSSVS) will be able to provide more assistance to the Ryerson community this year thanks to additional funding from the Ryerson Students’ Union. The boost amounts to an increase of $108,034 from last year and was announced in the 2021-2022 RSU budget. More money was also
- [Ukrainian-Canadian Community Reacts to War in Homeland](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ukrainian-canadian-community-reacts-to-war-in-homeland/) - Shock waves rippled across the world last week when Russian troops crossed the border into neighbouring Ukraine. Since then, Canada has joined most countries in the world in condemning the invasion. Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has made speeches and imposed financial penalties on the Kremlin and Russia in general. This isn’t the first time crises
- [On the Record Announces Partnership with the Green Line](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-announces-partnership-with-the-green-line/) - An example of The Green Line’s social media presence (Courtesy The Green Line) In partnership with On The Record, The Green Line is also striving to provide an oasis within the news deserts of Toronto. “We fill gaps in under-represented communities from an identity-based standpoint and a geographic standpoint,” Li said. “There’s tons of seniors
- [St. Patrick’s Parade and Pride Toronto among Slate of Events Returning to Toronto This Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/st-patricks-parade-and-pride-toronto-among-slate-of-events-returning-to-toronto-this-year/) - Mayor John Tory announced Friday morning that Toronto’s biggest events will return to in-person celebrations this year, following two years of cancellations due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Among the returning festivals and events are the St. Patrick’s Parade, one of the first events to be cancelled in March 2020, and Pride Toronto, which will return
- [No Stone Unturned: The History of Lake Devo’s Rocks](https://ontherecordnews.ca/no-stone-unturned-the-history-of-lake-devos-rocks/) - The earth two billion years ago was an inhospitable place. Days were only 15 hours long, no complex life had yet formed, and humans couldn’t have sustained life, as the atmosphere contained too little oxygen to breathe. There was no greenery yet on our marble of a planet, but somewhere in what would eventually become
- [Domestic Tuition Fees Expected to Remain the Same in 2022-23, Ryerson Says at Budget Town Hall](https://ontherecordnews.ca/domestic-tuition-fees-expected-to-remain-the-same-in-2022-23-ryerson-says-at-budget-town-hall/) - Tuition fees for domestic students in the upcoming year are projected to remain the same, according to a series of town halls hosted by Ryerson to discuss the operating budget for 2022-23. In the 2019-20 academic year, there was a 10 per cent decrease in domestic tuition fees compared to the previous year, and the
- [Advocates Call for More Support as Opioid Overdoses Are Projected to Rise Through 2022](https://ontherecordnews.ca/advocates-call-for-more-support-as-opioid-overdoses-are-projected-to-rise-through-2022/) - A projection from the Public Health Agency of Canada that opioid-related deaths could remain high and possibly increase into the summer of 2022 has local experts pushing for better treatment and harm reduction in the Toronto area. Last year, the Toronto Paramedic Services (TPaS) received over 1,100 calls to the Church-Yonge neighbourhood for suspected opioid
- [Six Events to Celebrate International Women’s Day in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/six-events-to-celebrate-international-womens-day-in-toronto/) - With International Women’s Day taking place on Tuesday, there are many opportunities to celebrate the accomplishments of women across Toronto and Canada. From recognizing the achievements of women in film, dance, art and business, to conversations surrounding gender-based violence, here are six events in the month of March to highlight the achievements of Canadian women.
- [Ukrainian Who Spent Time at Ryerson Now Making Molotov Cocktails and Fortifying Roads](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ukrainian-who-spent-time-at-ryerson-now-making-molotov-cocktails-and-fortifying-roads/) - Oleksandr Dzyuba would have never thought that he would be spending his days making Molotov cocktails to use against an invading Russian army. But that is now his reality, volunteering with others and creating defensive weaponry in a small town 100 km from the Ukraine capital, Kyiv, fearful of when the war engulfing his nation
- [Psychedelics to the Rescue: A Potential Catalyst for Healing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/psychedelics-to-the-rescue-a-potential-catalyst-for-healing/) - Imagine you’re standing on top of a ski hill, looking down at well-worn snow paths. These trenches in the snow are your depressive, anxious or ruminating thoughts. There may be days where you actively tell yourself that you’re going to go down the other side of the hill because you know the trenches are not
- [Ryerson to Be Part of Consortium Helping International Nurses Become Registered in Ontario](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-to-be-part-of-consortium-helping-international-nurses-become-registered-in-ontario/) - Ryerson University, in partnership with the Ontario Internationally Educated Nurses Course Consortium (OIENCC), has received funding to help address the current nursing shortage in Ontario. A $1.5-million boost from the provincial government will be used to update the current competency-bridging program that helps internationally educated nurses (IEN) become registered nurses in Canada. The Chang School
- [Ukrainian Students React to the Russian Invasion](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ukrainian-students-react-to-the-russian-invasion/) - Ukrainian students from Ryerson and University of Toronto say they are more united than ever before
- [23 New COVID-19 Cases Reported on Campus Last Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/23-new-covid-19-cases-reported-on-campus-last-week/) - There were 23 confirmed COVID-19 cases on Ryerson's campus in the past two weeks, according to new data released by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). The cases, which were confirmed during the period of Feb. 28 to March 6, affected 20 students, two student-staff members and one staff member. This data comes from
- [TDSB to Remove COVID-19 Measures on March 21 Despite Criticism from Teachers, Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tdsb-to-remove-covid-19-measures-on-march-21-despite-criticism-from-teachers-students/) - This story was updated at 11 a.m. to reflect new information. The Toronto District School Board (TDSB) has announced it will be removing COVID-19 measures in schools, in keeping with the Ontario government’s decision to lift public health mandates later this month. The removals include mask requirements and proof of vaccination policies, according to the
- [Timeline: Two Years of COVID-19 at Ryerson University](https://ontherecordnews.ca/timeline-two-years-of-covid-19-at-ryerson-university/) - On March 13, 2020, Ryerson University moved all classes online, and shortly after, the school shifted to only essential services. Today, two years later, the campus is almost fully reopened. Classes are in person again and Toronto is almost back to normal. March 13, 2020 Ryerson transitions all classes to online platforms due to the
- [A Look Back at the Ryerson Community’s Contributions to COVID-19 Research and Relief](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-look-back-at-the-ryerson-communitys-contributions-to-covid-19-research-and-relief/) - Many students, faculty and staff at Ryerson University have been working hard during the pandemic volunteering their time and donating supplies to make the pandemic a little easier for their communities. As the two-year anniversary of COVID-19 at Ryerson approaches, here are the top four ways the Ryerson community has made an impact: 1. Helping
- [Speaker's Corner: How Much Money Are Ryerson Students Spending in a Day on Campus?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/speakers-corner-how-much-money-are-ryerson-students-spending-in-a-day-on-campus/) - Calling all Toronto-based students: How much do you spend in a day? 🤑 In partnership with On The Record The Green Line student reporter Samira Balsara asks Ryerson (X) University students how much money they spend on campus? Any guesses? Hint: It’s definitely a commuter school.
- [What Does Going Fine-free Mean for Our City's Most Vulnerable Toronto Public Library Patrons?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-does-going-fine-free-mean-for-our-citys-most-vulnerable-toronto-public-library-patrons/) - For our city’s marginalized communities, the Toronto Public Library going fine-free is long overdue. 📚📚 The Green Line is pleased to present this inaugural story from our partnership with Ryerson (X) University's On The Record. Student reporters Prapti Bamaniya, Megan Ebreo, Oskar McCarson and Alina Snisarenko explore how the elimination of these fines can help provide better outcomes for low-income Torontonians.
- [Ryerson Students Mark Pandemic Anniversary by Remembering Its Early Days](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-students-mark-pandemic-anniversary-by-remembering-its-early-days/) - It is now two years into the pandemic and March 13, 2020 still sticks out as a memorable date for Ryerson students, who at the time believed they were getting an extended break because of COVID-19. What was meant to be a two-week vacation full of online classes, whipped coffee and TikTok dances turned into
- [Students, Tutors Say Pandemic Is Making Them Anxious about University](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-tutors-say-pandemic-is-making-them-anxious-about-university/) - Students and tutors in Toronto say the quadmester learning model and inadequate lesson planning have left high school students unprepared for university. The Toronto District School Board adopted the quadmester model — where the school year is divided into four instead of two — in September 2020 as a response to the COVID-19 pandemic. The
- [Ontario Universities to Keep Mask Mandates until End of Semester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-universities-to-keep-mask-mandates-until-end-of-semester/) - The Council of Ontario Universities announced on Friday that mask mandates will remain in place for all Ontario universities until the end of the semester. This news comes despite the provincial mask mandate being lifted effective March 21. The council released a statement explaining that Ontario campuses will maintain these COVID-19 health policies in order
- [Multiple Ryerson Rams Teams Headed to Playoffs This Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/multiple-ryerson-rams-teams-headed-to-playoffs-this-week/) - With all the uncertainty COVID-19 has brought to university sports over the past two years, a new feeling of hope is in the air as three Ryerson varsity teams begin their playoff runs. The Rams are back on the courts and the ice this week with men’s hockey and both men’s and women’s basketball teams
- [Ryerson’s Proposed Medical School in Brampton Receives Endorsement from the Provincial Government](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-proposed-medical-school-in-brampton-receives-endorsement-from-the-provincial-government/) - The Ontario government will support Ryerson University’s proposed school of medicine as part of its plan to create more spaces to train doctors in the province. “We're building the brand new Ryerson school of medicine that will open right here in Brampton. Our government is investing in training the doctors who will serve this community,”
- [Ryerson Students React to Mask Mandates Staying on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-students-react-to-mask-mandates-staying-on-campus/) - People visiting the school will continue to be asked to wear masks despite the provincial mandate being lifted.
- [36 Confirmed Cases of COVID-19 at Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/36-confirmed-cases-of-covid-19-at-ryerson/) - Last week there were 36 confirmed cases of COVID-19 at Ryerson University, according to data from the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) and the Board of Canadian Registered Safety Professionals. Three of the cases are employees and 33 are student cases. No high risk close contacts were identified among the cases. The case count
- [Oakham Café Reopens after Two-year Closure](https://ontherecordnews.ca/oakham-cafe-reopens-after-two-year-closure/) - Oakham Café, located in the Student Campus Centre (SCC), announced it has finally reopened after being shut down due to COVID-19. The soft reopening will include takeout only service Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. However, according to manager Crystal Pettman, the establishment hopes to resume its full services in the near
- [Can Students Afford Housing in Toronto?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/can-students-afford-housing-in-toronto/)
- [Ryerson Students Feel the Pinch of Grocery Shopping Following Increase in Prices](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-students-feel-the-pinch-of-grocery-shopping-following-increase-in-prices/) - What was once a typical trip to the grocery store is causing stress for some Ryerson students as the cost of groceries is increasing across the country. Over the last year, food purchased at grocery stores has increased 7.4 per cent, which is the fastest gain since 2009, according to a Statistics Canada report cited
- [NFTS: Are They worth It for Artists and Investors in Toronto?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/nfts-are-they-worth-it-for-artists-and-investors-in-toronto/) - A new expression of art and iteration of currency, NFTs have been a hot topic for many local artists and investors. But will the value of NFTs evolve in the long term? The Green Line is pleased to present this inaugural story from our partnership with Ryerson (X) University's On The Record. Student reporters Prapti Bamaniya, Megan Ebreo, Oskar McCarson and Alina Snisarenko explore how the elimination of these fines can help provide better outcomes for low-income Torontonians.
- [64 New Cases of COVID-19 Confirmed at Ryerson University](https://ontherecordnews.ca/64-new-cases-of-covid-19-confirmed-at-ryerson-university/) - Ryerson University recorded 64 new cases of COVID-19 in the last week, according to data released by the university’s Environment, Health and Safety team (EHS) and the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE). The case count marks an increase of 28 cases from the previous week’s case count, and includes 12 staff cases and 52
- [Viola Desmond Awards Celebrate the Achievements of Black Women at Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/viola-desmond-awards-celebrate-the-achievements-of-black-women-at-ryerson/) - Black women at Ryerson University were celebrated for their achievements and contributions to the community on Monday. Friends, colleagues and supporters gathered online for the celebration of Black excellence. The 14th annual Viola Desmond Awards and Bursary Program celebrated the past, present and future of the Black community in Canada. Awards at the ceremony were
- [Ryerson Reviews New Policy Allowing Students to Change Name on Academic Records](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-reviews-new-policy-allowing-students-to-change-name-on-academic-records/) - Ryerson is in the process of implementing a new policy that allows students to change their names. The policy would allow for students to alter, delete, substitute or add a legal name and/or a chosen name to their academic record. The university says the policy is part of an effort to foster inclusivity and support
- [Ryerson’s Spring Convocation to Be Held in Person](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-spring-convocation-to-be-held-in-person/) - Ryerson announced on Tuesday that its spring convocation ceremonies will be held in person in June, for the first time since the pandemic began in 2020. The university will also welcome back graduates from the 2020 and 2021 academic years to participate in the ceremonies. According to the announcement, more than 23 convocation ceremonies will
- [Two Ryerson Rams Teams Advance to Semifinals](https://ontherecordnews.ca/two-ryerson-rams-teams-advance-to-semifinals/) - Both the Rams women’s basketball and men’s hockey teams have advanced to the semifinals. (Twitter @ryersonrams) Women's basketball The Rams women’s basketball team will have home court advantage at the MAC when they host the Carleton Ravens in Wednesday’s Critelli Cup semifinal. The Rams locked down their semifinal berth with a win against the Queen’s
- [Ontario Extends Tuition Freeze Through 2022-2023 School Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-extends-tuition-freeze-through-2022-2023-school-year/) - The government of Ontario announced that it will extend its tuition freeze for post-secondary students through the 2022-2023 academic year. According to Minister of Colleges and Universities, Jill Dunlop, the decision to continue the tuition freeze was to allow for “financial relief and predictability for students and families.” “By freezing tuition for another year, we
- [Ryerson to Lift Mask, Vaccine Mandates on May 1](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-to-lift-mask-vaccine-mandates-on-may-1/) - Beginning May 1, Ryerson University will no longer require people coming to campus to wear masks or be vaccinated against COVID-19. The decision to drop the mandates is based on direction from public health authorities, the university announced on Monday. The decision will take effect for the spring and summer semesters, but it’s too soon
- [2 Rams Teams Headed to National Championships](https://ontherecordnews.ca/2-rams-teams-headed-to-national-championships/) - This is the first national championship No. 1 seed in the history of the Ryerson women's basketball program. It is only the third time one of the university’s sports teams has been ranked national favourite — the first two being the men’s basketball team’s two season run from 2016 through 2018. The Rams will play
- [The Road to Renaming Ryerson University](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-road-to-renaming-ryerson-university/) - Students, staff and community members have fought for years to remove Egerton Ryerson's name from the university. They want it gone in order to pave the way for reconciliation and to respond to the history and legacy of Egerton Ryerson. On Aug. 26, 2021, the university announced it would change its name. President Mohamed Lachemi
- [41 New Covid-19 Cases Confirmed at Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/41-new-covid-19-cases-confirmed-at-ryerson/) - There were 41 new COVID-19 cases confirmed at Ryerson University last week, according to data provided by the Canadian Union of Public Employees. That’s down from 64 new cases reported the week prior, but up from 36 new cases reported the week prior to that. Since the beginning of 2022, there have been 225 COVID-19
- [Students Are Missing Eateries and Restaurants During Return to Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-are-missing-eateries-and-restaurants-during-return-to-campus/) - Students returning to campus for the first time since March 2020 are finding it hard to navigate a transformed food scene. The Pitman Dining Hall is closed to those without meal plans, and several eateries on campus, like the Hub Café and Ram in the Rye, have also been closed. According to a previous report
- [Toronto to Launch a Police-free Crisis Response Service This Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-to-launch-a-police-free-crisis-response-service-this-week/) - The City of Toronto has announced the launch of a pilot project that will have the community’s mental health experts responding to 911 calls involving people experiencing a mental health crisis. The project will launch on March 31 and will be headed by the Gerstein Crisis Centre. The service will run for 24 hours a
- [Concerns over Lifting Mask and Vaccine Mandates at Ryerson Are Rising](https://ontherecordnews.ca/concerns-over-lifting-mask-and-vaccine-mandates-at-ryerson-are-rising/) - Ryerson is making it harder for immunocompromised and disabled students to continue their education by lifting mask and vaccination mandates, says the union that represents continuing education students. The Continuing Education Students’ Association at Ryerson, which now goes by the acronym CESAX, says the university is leaving little to no options available for immunocompromised and
- [Number of Trans Non-binary Characters on TV Shows Is Slowly on the Rise](https://ontherecordnews.ca/number-of-trans-non-binary-characters-on-tv-shows-is-slowly-on-the-rise/) - There are 42 trans characters in scripted prime-time broadcast, cable, and streaming television programs that have aired in the past year, according to a recent 2021-2022 report by GLAAD media institute on the state of LGBTQ2S+ representation in television. Of these 42 trans characters, eight are non-binary. In the 2020-2021 report, only two characters were
- [Ryerson Provides Updates on Progress of University Renaming Advisory Committee](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-provides-updates-on-progress-of-university-renaming-advisory-committee/) - A virtual conversation about the renaming of Ryerson University streamed today with updates on the timeline and criteria for shortlisted names. The conversation included Ryerson’s provost and vice-president, academic and chair of the University Renaming Advisory Committee Jennifer Simpson, as well as assistant dean for student programming, development and equity at the Lincoln Alexander School
- [77 New Covid-19 Cases Confirmed at Ryerson Last Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/77-new-covid-19-cases-confirmed-at-ryerson-last-week/) - Ryerson recorded 77 new COVID-19 cases last week, according to data from the university's Environment, Health and Safety office (EHS). That marked an 87.8 per cent increase in COVID-19 cases from the 41 cases which were recorded in the previous week. The figure was made public by the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) Local
- [The Sweet Taste of Victory](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-sweet-taste-of-victory/) - It’s been a long road for Carly Clarke, but she’s finally had her crowning moment. After spending the past 10 seasons as the head coach of Ryerson’s women’s basketball team, she can now call herself a national champion. The Rams won the U Sports National Championship on Sunday and lifted the Bronze Baby trophy by
- [Making Sense of the War in Ukraine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/making-sense-of-the-war-in-ukraine/) - In February, Russia invaded Ukraine. Cities have fallen, bombs have been dropped on hospitals and homes, and economic sanctions have sent inflation soaring. Those following closely say peace talks might help, but regardless: the after-effects of this war might linger for years. Guests in order of appearance: Marta Masnyi — a Ukrainian-Canadian woman who helped
- [Ryerson Alumni Invited Back for Spring Convocation, Met with Mixed Reactions](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-alumni-invited-back-for-spring-convocation-met-with-mixed-reactions/) - Ryerson University will be inviting alumni back for an in-person ceremony this spring to make up for the loss during the COVID-19 lockdowns, however the decision has been met with mixed reactions. After the pandemic hit in March 2020, Ryerson University transitioned to an online structure to help ease COVID-19 cases. For graduates from 2020
- [Graduating from Zoom University: The Good, the Bad, and the Virtual](https://ontherecordnews.ca/graduating-from-zoom-university-the-good-the-bad-and-the-virtual/) - Zena Gittens woke up 10 minutes before her virtual graduation began. Her mom made her a light breakfast — which she ate while still wearing her pyjamas — as she watched the ceremony being streamed on YouTube. Ryerson graduate Ellen Ihekwoaba held a graduation barbecue for friends and family where she held a small photoshoot.
- [Bond Place Hotel Residents Take to Twitter to Share Poor Living Conditions](https://ontherecordnews.ca/bond-place-hotel-residents-take-to-twitter-to-share-poor-living-conditions/) - Residents of the Bond Place Hotel, a homeless shelter in downtown Toronto, have been sharing stories about poor living conditions at the residence on a Twitter account called “Voices from The Bond.” The residents posted details about issues with food quality, as well as concerns over accessibility and service restrictions. The hotel’s lease is controlled
- [Meaningful Consultation Missing from Eglinton Crosstown LRT Project, Says City Councillor](https://ontherecordnews.ca/consultation-missing-eglinton-crosstown-lrt-josh-matlow/) - One of Toronto's most culturally diverse neighbourhoods is facing intense gentrification, and some local shops are struggling to stay in business.
- [Should I Stay or Should I Go?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/should-i-stay-or-should-i-go/) - With classes returning to in-person this semester and COVID restrictions being lifted, journalism student Sara Belas decided to come to campus to hang out with her two friends on one of her days off. The three of them got lunch together, went to the gym and, when one of her friends went to a class,
- [A Side Hustle Isn’t Just a Second Job — It’s a Source of Creativity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-side-hustle-isnt-just-a-second-job-its-a-source-of-creativity/) - Blen Anteneh has wanted to be an entrepreneur for as long as she can remember. “That was always the end goal,” she told On The Record, “even if I was working a nine-to-five job, I would always have something on the side.” When Anteneh, a third-year business major at Ryerson University, started looking at her
- [Kristyn Wong-Tam to Leave City Council, Will Run for NDP in Provincial Election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/kristyn-wong-tam-to-leave-city-council-will-run-for-ndp-in-provincial-election/) - Toronto City Councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam has announced her resignation and will instead run as an NDP candidate in June’s Ontario general election. “To the residents of Ward 13 – Toronto Centre, it is with much gratitude and love that I announce that I will not be seeking re-election for city council in October,” Wong-Tam said
- [Full-time Student, and Full-time Mom](https://ontherecordnews.ca/full-time-student-and-full-time-mom/) - Instead of an alarm clock, the sound of a cry wakes up Mariam Nouser most mornings. She is the mother of 17-month old Ziyad, her first child. After she completes her morning routine consisting of breakfast and bottles, she hops in her car to drop off her son at daycare before driving into the city.
- [Ryerson Takes Action as Cybersecurity Attacks Increase](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-takes-action-as-cybersecurity-attacks-increase/) - Cyberattacks have been increasing during the pandemic, since many employees are working from home. In response, Ryerson University is setting out multiple security controls for all employees to implement by May 1. These include having employees install and regularly update anti malware and endpoint detection software, along with the use of two-factor authentication and VPNs.
- [Editorial: How Adaptability Became Pandemic Graduates' Secret Superpower](https://ontherecordnews.ca/editorial-how-adaptability-became-pandemic-graduates-secret-superpower/) - From lockdowns to job insecurity and pandemic-fuelled isolation, the class of 2022 has coped through some of recent history’s most unpredictable times — all while completing their education online. Despite this, students traded in-person lectures for Zoom breakout rooms with grace. They replaced in-person social events with virtual or distanced gatherings with patience, and embraced
- [Opinion: Commuting Can Offer Mental Health Benefits](https://ontherecordnews.ca/opinion-commuting-can-offer-mental-health-benefits/) - Running to catch the train last minute, waiting forever for the right train to show up, dealing with seemingly endless line changes. It can leave you both out of breath and restless all at once, and yet, there’s an opportunity to relax hidden within. According to an article from the Harvard Business Review, commuting can
- [Meet Eggy, Ryerson University’s Mascot](https://ontherecordnews.ca/meet-eggy-ryerson-universitys-mascot/)
- [School of Journalism Creates Safe Spaces for Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/school-of-journalism-creates-safe-spaces-for-students-2/) - This March marked the one year anniversary of the first safe space hosted by the Ryerson school of journalism. Since then, there have been a number of safe spaces hosted in collaboration with students, the most recent one being the safe space for students affected by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The safe spaces were created
- [RCC to Implement New Waste Organization Program](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rcc-to-implement-new-waste-organization-program/) - The system aims to improve the university’s sustainability and involves a system of garbage, recycling and compost stations strategically placed around the RCC.
- [Critics Say Ford Has Failed to Back Post-secondary Education](https://ontherecordnews.ca/critics-say-ford-has-failed-to-back-postsecondary-education/) - Critics of Premier Doug Ford’s post-secondary education policies say he’s doing damage control ahead of the June election, trying to make up for three years of decisions they say have made education even less accessible than ever before. “We see this time and time again from Conservative governments, they make cuts that will do long-term
- [Community Profile: St. Lawrence Sunday Antique Market](https://ontherecordnews.ca/community-profile-st-lawrence-sunday-antique-market/) - We toured the Sunday Antique Market at St. Lawrence Market to give you a peek at this unique, longstanding community in downtown Toronto.
- ["I Feel like I'd Lose My Identity": Kids of Immigrants on Struggling to Learn Their Parents' Native Languages](https://ontherecordnews.ca/children-of-immigrants-learning-parents-native-language/) - Second-gen Torontonians and immigrants who came here at a young age describe their complex relationship with language.
- [Battling Food Insecurity, One Dish at a Time](https://ontherecordnews.ca/battling-food-insecurity-one-dish-at-a-time/) - For Celeste and Crystal Ceres, a love of food runs in their blood. The pair grew up in a household that deeply valued the art of cooking. Their maternal grandmother studied culinary arts in South America and their mother introduced them to their family’s recipes at a young age. “Our mom really involved us in
- [‘Shocked’ and ‘anxious’ Ukrainian Students Find Support Within School Communities](https://ontherecordnews.ca/shocked-and-anxious-ukrainian-students-find-support-within-school-communities/) - As conflict in Ukraine continues to affect the mental health of Ukrainian students around the world, many at Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) in Toronto and City University in London have found support within their schools' communities. Ukrainian students have been struggling to balance studies with their ongoing feelings towards the war, as exams take place
- [Eco-anxiety: Shifting the Conversation from Despair to Hope](https://ontherecordnews.ca/eco-anxiety-shifting-the-conversation-from-despair-to-hope/) - Images of animals displaced by wildfires, of floods destroying homes, and of melting ice caps are frequent, notable signs of climate change’s global impact. Environmental experts, academics and business owners across Canada and the United Kingdom say these kinds of images are negatively impacting their mental health by contributing to their eco-anxiety. Eco-anxiety is defined
- [TMU Swaps Ram Mascot for Falcon, Introduces TMU Bold](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-swaps-ram-mascot-for-falcon-introduces-tmu-bold/) - Toronto Metropolitan University is officially waving goodbye to longtime Ryerson Rams’ mascot: “Eggy.” Moving forward the school’s sports teams will play under the name TMU Bold, and the university’s mascot will be a falcon instead of a ram. “Boldness is a core value of our university,” said university president Mohamed Lachemi in a statement announcing
- [Campus Unions Have ‘No Confidence’ in TMU’s Approach to Protecting Community amid In-person Return](https://ontherecordnews.ca/campus-unions-have-no-confidence-in-tmus-approach-to-protecting-community-amid-in-person-return/) - Listen to the audio version of this story: The presidents of Toronto Metropolitan University’s (TMU) campus unions released a joint statement on Wednesday expressing dissatisfaction with the university’s approach to returning to in-person learning. In it, they state they have “no confidence that TMU is taking every precaution reasonable” to protect community members. On Aug.
- [In Memoriam: Matthew Rodrigopulle](https://ontherecordnews.ca/in-memoriam-matthew-rodrigopulle/) - Rodrigopulle was a sports enthusiast remembered for his style and natural storytelling abilities.
- [TMU Students Return to Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-students-return-to-campus/) - This is what some of the busiest spots on campus looked like last week
- [TMU Women’s Hockey Excited to Represent the Bold at Homecoming](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-womens-hockey-excited-to-represent-the-bold-at-homecoming/) - The Bold women’s hockey team are set to host their first HOCO game.
- [Ontario Public Health Measures Influence TMU's COVID-19 Policies, Says Lachemi](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-public-health-measures-influence-tmus-covid-19-policies-says-lachemi/) - Pause on vaccine and mask mandates at TMU is backed by health agency’s recommendations.
- [If You Already Need a Break, Enjoy These Puppies](https://ontherecordnews.ca/if-you-already-need-a-break-enjoy-these-puppies/) - Enjoy these photos of canine support on campus.
- [Canadian Post-secondary Tuition Fees Rise for 4th Consecutive Year: StatsCan](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadian-post-secondary-tuition-fees-rise-for-4th-consecutive-year-statscan/) - Nova Scotia undergraduates paying the most at $9,328.
- [‘We Need to Act Now’: OMA Sounds the Alarm over Doctor, Hospital Bed Shortages](https://ontherecordnews.ca/we-need-to-act-now-oma-sounds-the-alarm-over-doctor-hospital-bed-shortages/) - Ontario Medical Association panel says buckling healthcare system could see short-term improvements if 3 immediate steps taken.
- [On The Record – S3e1 – Royal Season O-pener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s3e1-royal-season-o-pener/) - Ontario will not be getting a holiday for the Queen’s funeral. How do students feel about that? Also, how was this year’s Orientation Week?
- [TMU Holds Drop-off for Ryerson-branded Materials](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-holds-drop-off-for-ryerson-branded-materials/) - Phase two of an ongoing collection project continues.
- [Terry Fox Run Returns to the Streets](https://ontherecordnews.ca/terry-fox-run-returns-to-the-streets/) - The 42nd annual event is back in person after 3 years.
- [‘We Don’t Want Pity, We Want Change’: Hundreds Rally for Migrant Rights](https://ontherecordnews.ca/we-dont-want-pity-we-want-change-hundreds-rally-for-migrant-rights/) - Rallies held in 12 Canadian cities ahead of parliament’s return.
- [A Bold Return](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-bold-return/) - Homecoming at TMU.
- [New Report on Gender Identity Is a Milestone for Representation in Canada](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-report-on-gender-identity-is-a-milestone-for-representation-in-canada/) - The data set is the first of its kind in Canada and could be crucial for future changes in policy.
- [Falcon in the Sky? A New Era Looms for Ram in the Rye](https://ontherecordnews.ca/falcon-in-the-sky-a-new-era-looms-for-ram-in-the-rye/) - TMU’s beloved student pub is calling on the community to help with a new name.
- [Dora Theatre Awards: The Must-watch Shows That Dominated This Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/dora-theatre-awards-the-must-watch-shows-that-dominated-this-year/) - Your guide to 2022’s top Canadian shows.
- [Fashion Students Unravel New Merch Designs](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fashion-students-unravel-new-merch-designs/) - For $89.95, you can have a navy hoodie with TMU in metallic gold
- [When Grocery Prices Skyrocket, What's Left for Students to Eat?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/when-grocery-prices-skyrocket-whats-left-for-students-to-eat/) - Ease in inflation not enough to keep grocery bills in check.
- [From Drake to Taylor Swift, Why Universities Are Turning to Celebrities to Teach about Society at Large](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-drake-to-taylor-swift-why-universities-are-turning-to-celebrities-to-teach-about-society-at-large/) - Celebrity-focused courses are gaining popularity, and act as a way into complex and sensitive social discussions.
- [Allan Gardens like You’ve Never Known It Before](https://ontherecordnews.ca/allan-gardens-like-youve-never-known-it-before/) - New 4-day festival will celebrate the park’s history.
- [TMU, Waterstone Partnership Launches to Support Students with Eating Disorders](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-waterstone-partnership-launches-to-support-students-with-eating-disorders/) - Program aims to provide free of charge, specialized eating disorder therapy with no wait times.
- [Swiftie Dance Parties Create a Safe Space in the Toronto Club Scene](https://ontherecordnews.ca/swiftie-dance-parties-create-a-safe-space-in-the-toronto-club-scene/) - As sexual assault reports rise, students find comfort in dancing to Taylor Swift.
- [On The Record – S3e2 – Shuttle Buses and Snapshots](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s3e2-shuttle-buses-and-snapshots/) - The transit commute to campus is leaving some students frustrated. Also this week, the launch of a new OTR podcast segment, Upper-Year Sessions.
- [The Power of the Memoir at TIFA](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-power-of-the-memoir-at-tifa/) - The Festival of Authors has various events and activities for readers and aspiring writers.
- [Andre De Grasse and Kayla Grey Honoured at the Legacy Awards](https://ontherecordnews.ca/andre-degrasse-and-kayla-grey-honoured-at-the-legacy-awards/) - The Inaugural Legacy Awards were hosted in Toronto Sunday night.
- [Two Weeks after Being Awarded Their First Michelin Star, the Shine Remains](https://ontherecordnews.ca/two-weeks-after-being-awarded-their-first-michelin-star-the-shine-remains/) - Alo restaurant is one of the 13 Toronto restaurants to be featured on the Michelin guide after its first Toronto ceremony.
- [Will the Maple Leafs Get over ‘the Hump’? Here’s Why Hockey Fans Are Optimistic for the New Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/will-the-maple-leafs-get-over-the-hump-heres-why-hockey-fans-are-optimistic-for-the-new-season/) - The Leafs won their first game 4-1, and the Senators took the second 4-2.
- [Filmmaker’s Success Paves Way for Upcoming LGBTQ2S+ Talent](https://ontherecordnews.ca/filmmakers-success-paves-way-for-upcoming-2slgbtqai-talent/) - Canadian transfemme filmmaker Luis De Filippis provides opportunities and safe spaces for her community.
- [TMU’s Black Hockey Players Find Support on the Ice](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-black-hockey-players-find-support-on-the-ice/) - How the TMU Bold hockey team is a close community fostering a positive environment for marginalized athletes in a progressive hockey landscape.
- [TMU International Students Unable to Study In-person Due to Visa Permit Backlog](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-international-students-unable-to-study-in-person-due-to-visa-permit-backlog/) - Students awaiting visa approvals are being told to seek a one-term deferral by Canadian universities.
- [TMU Marks Its First Orange Shirt Day under a New Name](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-marks-its-first-orange-shirt-day-with-its-new-name/) - Commemorative events are at the Podium Building in Room 250.
- [New Condom Company, JemsForAll, Targets Gen Z to Promote Safe and Consensual Sex](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-condom-company-jemsforall-targets-gen-z-to-promote-safe-and-consensual-sex/) - Rubber Hearts panel focuses on safe and consensual sex.
- ['Because They Survived, I Survived': TMU Observes Truth and Reconciliation Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/because-they-survived-i-survived-tmu-observes-truth-and-reconciliation-day/) - Community members gathered in orange shirts to commemorate and acknowledge the impact of residential schools.
- [CJRU's 24 Hour Radio Challenge Returns](https://ontherecordnews.ca/cjrus-24-hour-radio-challenge-returns/) - TMU’s radio station welcomed contestants for first competition in 3 years.
- [In 'long Overdue' Vote, Ontario Education Workers Choose Strike Mandate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/in-long-overdue-vote-ontario-education-workers-choose-strike-mandate/) - CUPE’s OSBCU union voted 96.5% in favour of a strike should a deal not be reached.
- [Toronto Blue Jays Wild Card Series Preview](https://ontherecordnews.ca/blue-jays-wild-card/) - Analyzing Toronto's two potential opponents for the upcoming wild card series Listen to the audio version of this story: Playoff baseball is returning to Toronto, that’s something we know. However, who they’ll play in the Wild Card Series is still up in the air. With the Blue Jays clinching home-field advantage for the Wild Card
- [New Toronto Police Task Force to Tackle Rising Carjackings](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-toronto-police-task-force-to-tackle-rising-carjackings/) - The city has seen 78% more reports this year than last year.
- [New Research Tackles Food Waste by Including All Stakeholders](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-research-tackles-food-waste-by-including-all-stakeholders/) - Previous research on solutions to reduce food waste predominantly centred on individual households.
- [Can You Read the Signs?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/can-you-read-the-signs/) - The municipal election is here and campaign signs are once again lining the streets of Toronto
- [Fall into Fashion with These Trends](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fall-into-fashion-with-these-trends/) - Fall fashion trends are amping up as students are turning to social media for their looks.
- [Hockey Canada Sponsors Pull Support amid Scandal](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hockey-canada-sponsors-pull-support-amid-scandal/) - Tim Hortons and Telus among companies choosing to sever ties with organization.
- [Walktober: Helping the Older Homeless Men in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/walktober-helping-the-older-homeless-men-in-toronto/) - Walktober has registered 28 participants since Oct. 1 raising over 50 per cent ($4,867.79) of their desired goal of $7,500 in less than six days. Haven Toronto’s second annual “Walktober” is a program that encourages Toronto residents to walk, hike, run or bike, any day or any distance in order to help raise money for
- [On The Record – S3e3 – Youth Voting and Goal Scoring](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s3e3-youth-voting-and-goal-scoring/) - Toronto’s municipal election is coming up, and youth turnout is usually low. Will this year be any different? Also, we sit down with one of TMU’s star soccer players.
- [TMU by Name, Ryerson by Law: Why It Matters That the Name Change Is Hung up at Queen’s Park](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-by-name-ryerson-by-law-why-the-name-change-is-hung-up-at-queens-park/) - TMU president Mohamed Lachemi says he’s ‘very confident’ 2022 last year for Ryerson diplomas — but no guarantee.
- [Toronto Mayoral Candidates Sound off at Second Debate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-mayoral-candidates-sound-off-at-second-debate/) - Despite interruptions, candidates stay on track for the future.
- [Is Loblaw Move to Freeze No Name Prices as Heroic as It Seems?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/loblaw-announces-freeze-on-no-name-brand-prices/) - Amid record profits, experts decry Loblaw freeze on No Name brand prices.
- [Uber Eats, Leafly Partnership Launches Cannabis Delivery Service in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/uber-eats-leafly-partnership-launches-cannabis-delivery-service-in-toronto/) - Toronto shoppers will be able to order legal cannabis from the comfort of their home.
- [The Rundown on Toronto's Property Tax Promises](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-rundown-on-torontos-property-tax-promises/) - A look at how the mayoral candidates plan to tackle property tax.
- [The Biggest Issues with the Smallest Ward](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-biggest-issues-with-the-smallest-ward/) - Interviews with three councillor candidates on transit, public safety, and housing.
- [Getting to Know Gil](https://ontherecordnews.ca/getting-to-know-gil/) - A day out with Toronto mayoral candidate Gil Penalosa.
- [On The Record - S3e4 - In-person Updates & Upper-year Sessions](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-3e4-in-person-updates-upper-year-sessions/) - It’s the halfway mark for the fall semester at TMU and we ask students how they are feeling being back on campus without restrictions. We also sit down with Chantal Wong, the president of the Ted Rogers Students’ Society, for the newest installment of Upper-Year Sessions.
- [On The Ballot: our Coverage of the 2022 Municipal Election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-ballot-our-coverage-of-the-2022-municipal-election/) - This is OTR’s live coverage of the Toronto Municipal Election. Produced by the journalism students at TMU. Stay with us as we bring you live coverage from all over Toronto.
- [Housing, Transit, and Strong Mayor Powers, Tory Embraces 3rd Term](https://ontherecordnews.ca/housing-transit-and-strong-mayor-powers-tory-embraces-3rd-term/) - The longtime mayor says this will be his final term — but that’s what he said last time.
- [COVID-19 + Flu Could see TMU Return to Mask and Vaccine Mandates](https://ontherecordnews.ca/harsher-flu-season-rise-in-covid-19-cases-could-see-tmu-return-to-mask-and-vaccine-mandates/) - ‘Should public health indicators change’ so will the university's health and safety approach, says president Mohamed Lachemi.
- [Police Seek Suspect After Person Sexually Assaulted in Kerr Hall at TMU](https://ontherecordnews.ca/police-seek-suspect-after-person-sexually-assaulted-in-kerr-hall-at-tmu/) - This is the second sexual assault reported at Kerr Hall this year.
- [Probabilities, Math, Mario Kart? How Video Games Boost Learning Gains](https://ontherecordnews.ca/probabilities-math-mario-kart-how-video-games-boost-learning-gains/) - ABCD report goes against decades of linking video games to teen apathy to violence.
- [Suspect Arrested in Connection with Kerr Hall Sexual Assault](https://ontherecordnews.ca/suspect-arrested-in-connection-with-kerr-hall-sexual-assault/) - Toronto Police have charged a man, 31.
- [TMU’s Official Name Change is Underway](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-official-name-change-is-underway/) - Bill to legally become TMU in its first stages at Queen’s Park.
- [TMU to Vote on 888% Health and Wellness Fee Increase](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-to-vote-on-788-health-and-wellness-fee-increase/) - Students will vote this week in a referendum on whether to increase the levy to nearly $39 per semester.
- [Ageless International Film Festival Hosts First In-Person Screenings](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ageless-international-film-festival-hosts-first-in-person-screenings/) - The Toronto-based film festival hosts hybrid screenings of films from France.
- [Analyzing the Toronto Maple Leafs Surprisingly Bad Start](https://ontherecordnews.ca/analyzing-the-toronto-maple-leafs-surprisingly-bad-start/) - Just a bump in the road, or a sign of something worse?
- [Gonna Catch ‘em All: Toronto Drivers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/gonna-catch-em-all-toronto-drivers/) - The city announces locations for new and existing speed cameras being installed across Toronto.
- [TMU Says Wait Times Will Improve If Students Pay More for Health Care — Will They? ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-says-wait-times-will-improve-if-students-pay-more-for-health-care-will-it/) - 8.5% of students voted to increase student health service fees by 888%.
- [On The Record - S3E5 - Wellbeing Referendum](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s3e5-wellbeing-referendum/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- ['The Bill is Gone, We Won'](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-bill-is-gone-we-won/) - Education worker unions to end political protests as Ford government commits to repealing Bill 28.
- ['Desperate Need for Bodies': Nursing Students Concerned for their Futures](https://ontherecordnews.ca/desperate-need-for-bodies-nursing-students-concerned-for-their-futures/) - Ontario’s healthcare crisis, the pandemic, staffing shortages, and a lack of support results in nursing student burnout.
- [TMU Bold Clinches Spot for Nationals](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-clinches-spot-for-nationals/) - For the first time in 9 years, the men’s soccer team secured a spot at Nationals in B.C.
- [Local Artists Take Centre Stage at McDonald’s Canada Pop-up Gallery](https://ontherecordnews.ca/local-artists-take-centre-stage-at-mcdonalds-canada-pop-up-gallery/) - The Gallery of Little Big Things showcases Canada’s 55-year history with the fast-food giant.
- [Understanding the Notwithstanding Clause](https://ontherecordnews.ca/understanding-the-notwithstanding-clause/) - The negotiation tactic with CUPE is only the latest use of the provision against unionized workers.
- [Striking Transit Union Accuses Metrolinx of Negotiating in Bad Faith](https://ontherecordnews.ca/striking-transit-union-accuses-metrolinx-of-negotiating-in-bad-faith/) - Metrolinx says its been negotiating in good faith for 7 months now.
- [Community Groups Fight for Better Voter Engagement](https://ontherecordnews.ca/community-groups-fight-for-better-voter-engagement/) - Local organizations combating voter apathy and low voter turnout.
- [Mental Health is its Own Pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mental-health-is-its-own-pandemic/) - 'They were begging to be on my waitlist because nobody else could take them on,' says therapist
- [Hike in Living Expenses Leads Young Canadians to Delay Home Purchasing, Poll Finds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hike-in-living-expenses-leads-young-canadians-to-delay-home-purchasing-poll-finds/) - Since the start of 2022, buying a home is no longer a priority for one third of young Canadians.
- [Is Ontario Still Headed for a General Strike?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/is-ontario-still-headed-for-a-general-strike/) - As the Ford government and CUPE return to the negotiation table, widespread disruptions remain possible.
- [Where to Mark Remembrance Day in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/where-to-mark-remembrance-day-in-toronto/) - TTC service will stop for 2 minutes at 11 a.m. Friday.
- [Students Contemplate Potential Return of Mask Mandates](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-contemplate-potential-return-of-mask-mandates/) - Mask mandates are back at 3 Ontario universities, but not yet at TMU.
- [At World Cup, Canadian Men’s Team given Chance to Write New Legacy](https://ontherecordnews.ca/at-world-cup-canadian-mens-team-given-chance-to-write-new-legacy/) - TSN analyst says team has ‘very different mentality from some of the Canadian teams in the past.'
- [‘Legislated into Poverty’ Why Government Reaction to CUPE Protests Has Future Educators Concerned](https://ontherecordnews.ca/legislated-into-poverty-why-government-reaction-to-cupe-protests-has-future-educators-concerned/) - Education workers, students heartened by support for CUPE workers after use of notwithstanding clause to quell strikes.
- [Indigenous Mural Brightens Up Kerr Hall](https://ontherecordnews.ca/indigenous-mural-brightens-up-kerr-hall/) - TMU officially unveils third Indigenous public art piece.
- [TMU Women's Basketball Looks to Rebuild, Restart](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-womens-basketball-looks-to-rebuild-restart/) - Senior Rachel Farwell steps onto the court for her final season.
- [Slushy First Snowfall Blankets Toronto, Winter Is Here](https://ontherecordnews.ca/slushy-snowfall-blankets-toronto-winter-is-here/) - Environment Canada warns of decreased visibility and slippery driving conditions.
- [When Tip-Creep Meets Inflation: The Rising Cost of A Thank You](https://ontherecordnews.ca/when-tip-creep-meets-inflation-the-rising-cost-of-a-thank-you/) - On average, Ontarians are tipping nearly 19% — more than double what they did pre-pandemic.
- [Toronto Food Banks See Record Visits as Food Insecurity Grows](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-food-banks-see-record-visits-as-food-insecurity-grows/) - Advocates are calling for long-term solutions, policy changes and increased support as Canadians go hungry.
- [CUPE Announces New Five-Day Notice to Strike](https://ontherecordnews.ca/cupe-announces-new-five-day-notice-to-strike/) - Education minister says move is “unnecessary and unfair” to children and parents.
- [Shedding Light on Seasonal Affective Disorder](https://ontherecordnews.ca/shedding-light-on-seasonal-affective-disorder/) - What to do – and what not to do – to mitigate the effects of SAD.
- [Babies, Parents Rally For Emergency Response to Ontario Healthcare Crisis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/babies-parents-rally-for-emergency-response-to-ontario-healthcare-crisis/) - Babies “have no political presence… It's our responsibility to stand up for them,” says mother at Queen’s Park protest.
- [Greenbelt: A 'Red Herring' in Terms of Housing Affordability](https://ontherecordnews.ca/greenbelt-a-red-herring-in-terms-of-housing-affordability/) - According to critics, the plans will have little to no impact on affordable housing in Ontario.
- [A Recession is Headed our Way: What’s next?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-recession-is-headed-our-way-whats-next/) - Experts explain how students can prepare for an economic downturn.
- [On The Record - S3E6 - Singing the Winter Blues](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s3e6-singing-the-winter-blues/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Young Adults Struggle to Balance Sustainability with Affordability](https://ontherecordnews.ca/young-adults-struggle-to-balance-sustainability-with-affordability/) - The rising cost of living is an obstacle in the drive to live green, but the burden is not entirely on them.
- [‘If Queers Had Our Own Olympics’: The Growth in Toronto’s Kiki Ballroom Scene](https://ontherecordnews.ca/if-queers-had-our-own-olympics-the-growth-in-torontos-kiki-ballroom-scene/) - At the Alliance awards, acceptance and joy reign supreme.
- [The Secret World of an Underground Food Club](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-secret-world-of-an-underground-food-club/) - How Charlie’s Burgers serves world-class meals with a familiar ingredient.
- [Winter Weather and the Future of Campus Accessibility](https://ontherecordnews.ca/winter-weather-and-the-future-of-campus-accessibility/) - Seasonal struggles bring additional challenges to students with disabilities.
- [TMU Esports Teams Are Making it Big](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-esports-teams-are-making-it-big/) - “When everyone’s like, ‘Who’s TMU?’ We come and show all the big-name schools who we are.”
- ['Tis the Season for Holiday Shopping or Budgeting?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tis-the-season-for-holiday-shopping-or-budgeting/) - Toronto Metropolitan University students are taking mixed approaches when it comes to seasonal spending.
- [Putting the M in November](https://ontherecordnews.ca/putting-the-m-in-november/) - Understanding the purpose behind the mustache.
- [Ryerson Domain To Retire Over Winter Break](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-domain-to-retire-over-winter-break/) - From ryerson.ca to torontomu, the university’s email addresses will look different by 2023.
- [TMU Runway Restitches Ryerson Merch](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-runway-restitches-ryerson-merch/) - The upcycled collection is part of the university’s branded materials transition project.
- ['Seen and Celebrated': How TMU Athletics Marked Trans Awareness Month](https://ontherecordnews.ca/seen-and-celebrated-how-tmu-athletics-marked-trans-awareness-month/) - Throughout November, TMU offered trial memberships, inclusive gym classes to broader community.
- [48 Killed on Toronto Streets in 2022: Can the City Eliminate Road Deaths?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/48-killed-on-toronto-streets-in-2022-can-the-city-eliminate-road-deaths/) - City hopes new plan will help it reach original Vision Zero goal, but fatalities remain high.
- [Hoping to Buy a Home on Toronto Island? The Odds are not in Your Favour](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hoping-to-buy-a-home-on-toronto-island-the-odds-are-not-in-your-favour/) - Only 22 spots became available on this year’s home purchaser’s waitlist, where some wait for decades in unlikely optimism.
- [‘A Lazy Solution’? TMU Starts New Semester with Heightened Security](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-lazy-solution-tmu-starts-new-semester-with-heightened-security/) - Community members mixed on increase in officers patrolling campus.
- [Toronto Board of Health Wants Warming Centres Open 24/7](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-board-of-health-wants-warming-centres-open-24-7/) - Proposal to assist those experiencing homelessness during the cold weather season still needs to go through city council.
- [Everything You Need to Know about the Latest COVID-19 Subvariant](https://ontherecordnews.ca/everything-you-need-to-know-about-the-latest-covid-19-subvariant/) - Experts are calling XBB.1.5 the most transmissible strain yet.
- [Protestors Say 50% of Police Budget Should go to Community Support Instead](https://ontherecordnews.ca/protestors-say-50-of-police-budget-should-go-to-community-support-instead/) - Demonstrators call for less funding for Toronto Police Services outside budget committee meeting.
- [TTC Grapples With Week Of Violent Attacks](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ttc-grapples-with-week-of-violent-attacks/) - Community reliant on TTC to get around concerned after string of high-profile attacks.
- [TMU Hosts Consent Action Week amid Heightened Security Tensions  ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-hosts-consent-action-week-amid-heightened-security-tensions/) - Various events will be held this week as the university deals with the aftermath of sexual assaults and increased security measures on campus.
- [OTR News: Jan. 25 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-jan-25-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Winterlicious Returns After 2-Year Hiatus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/winterlicious-returns-after-2-year-hiatus/) - Festival aims to support financial recovery of the restaurant industry while inviting customers to dine around Toronto.
- [Students Struggle to Prepare for Classes Without Advance Access to Course Outlines](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-struggle-to-prepare-for-classes-without-advance-access-to-course-outlines/) - Without timely access to course outlines and requirements, TMU students are unable to prepare for the semester ahead.
- [Flu Cases Peaked Early in Ontario, Says Province's Chief Medical Officer](https://ontherecordnews.ca/flu-cases-peaked-early-in-ontario-says-provinces-chief-medical-officer/) - COVID-19 cases have also declined, but Dr. Kieran Moore urges Ontarians to keep their vaccinations updated.
- [<em>Morning Star at the Eastern Doorway </em>Unveiled](https://ontherecordnews.ca/morning-star-at-the-eastern-doorway-unveiled/) - The painting by Indigenous artist Philip Cote was officially unveiled — not that you can see it just yet.
- [Toronto Police Services Increasing Presence on TTC Platforms Effective Immediately](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-police-services-increasing-presence-on-ttc-platforms-effective-immediately/) - The TTC is working with TPS to patrol in and around transit systems starting today over surge of “unacceptable” acts of violence.
- [‘A learning lesson for us’: Bold Fall To Windsor in OT Nail-Biter](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-learning-lesson-for-us-bold-fall-to-windsor-in-ot-nail-biter/) - TMU has now lost 2 straight games.
- [Bold Take Foot Off Gas, Lose to Crosstown Rivals](https://ontherecordnews.ca/bold-take-foot-off-gas-lose-to-crosstown-rivals/) - On Senior Night, U of T won 3-2.
- [On The Record - S4E1 - Security on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e1-security-on-campus/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Interactive Installation <em>The Burn</em> Designed to Provide Love and Healing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/interactive-installation-the-burn-designed-to-provide-love-and-healing/) - An art project aims to provide healing and support leading up to the 3-year anniversary of the pandemic at which point it will be ceremonially burned.
- [OSAP Delayed for Some Students this Semester ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/osap-delayed-for-some-students-this-semester/) - TMU apologizes, says delays are due to enrolment confirmation issues.
- [<strong>Prayer Vigil Calls for Toronto to Keep the Unhoused Warm</strong>](https://ontherecordnews.ca/prayer-vigil-calls-for-toronto-to-keep-the-unhoused-warm/) - ‘Poverty is killing people, and we're here to voice our extreme concern for the fact that people don't have a warm place to go.'
- [TMU Cuts Entrance Scholarship Amounts](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-cuts-entrance-scholarship-amounts/) - Newly admitted students in 2023 will receive 25% less in scholarship funds.
- [OTR News: Feb. 1 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-feb-1-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S4E2 - Unfreezing the No Name brand and Gold for TMU at FISU 2023](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e2-unfreezing-the-no-name-brand-and-gold-for-tmu-at-fisu-2023/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [TMU Women’s Curling Take Home Bronze Medal at OUA Championship](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-womens-curling-take-home-bronze-medal-at-oua-championship/) - Team secures a spot in the U Sports national championship.
- [TMU Early Childhood Studies Students Worry About Childcare Employee Shortages](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-early-childhood-studies-students-worry-about-childcare-employee-shortages/) - Heading into an childcare industry rife with issues, students are wary of what lies ahead.
- [TMU Grapples With ChatGPT in the Classroom](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-grapples-with-chatgpt-in-the-classroom/) - The emergence of this technology has some departments making changes to their syllabuses.
- [OTR News: Feb. 8 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-feb-8-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Toronto City Council Votes Against Opening Warming Centres Around the Clock](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-city-council-votes-against-opening-warming-centres-around-the-clock/) - Warming centres will continue to open only when an extreme cold weather alert is issued at -15 C or below.
- [On The Record - S4E3 - Warming Centres, Therapy Dogs and Security on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e3-warming-centres-therapy-dogs-and-security-on-campus/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Toronto Mayor John Tory Resigns After 'Inappropriate Relationship' with Staff Member](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-mayor-john-tory-resigns-after-inappropriate-relationship-with-staff-member/) - Deputy Mayor Jennifer McKelvie to assume responsibilities until new election is held.
- [Chaos at City Council Wednesday Morning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/chaos-at-city-council-wednesday-morning/) - Tory addressed council for the first time since resignation announcement.
- [OTR News: Feb. 15 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-feb-15-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Desperate for warmth, unhoused people are turning to transit for shelter — but they still may not feel safe](https://ontherecordnews.ca/desperate-for-warmth-unhoused-people-are-turning-to-transit-for-shelter-but-they-still-may-not-feel-safe/) - Winter hits unhoused harder as police presence on public transit increases and warming centres aren’t open 24/7.
- [Time to SORT out Campus Safety](https://ontherecordnews.ca/time-to-sort-out-campus-safety/) - By partnering with community organizations, a TMU-led pilot project prioritizes harm reduction on campus.
- [Ukrainian Students Urge the World to Not Forget About the War in Ukraine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ukrainian-students-urge-the-world-to-not-forget-about-the-war-in-ukraine/) - Displaced Ukrainians now living in Canada have seen their homes and families torn apart.
- [Weekly Roundup Feb. 11-16: Tory's Tumultuous Exit](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weekly-roundup-feb-11-16-torys-tumultuous-exit/) - Here’s everything that’s happened at City Hall since mayor John Tory announced he planned to resign last Friday.
- [Here's Why NDP Marit Stiles Wants To Improve Voter Turnout](https://ontherecordnews.ca/heres-why-ndp-marit-stiles-wants-to-improve-voter-turnout/) - Provincial NDP leader is eager to fight for student and youth rights despite pushback.
- [Not Just for Your Grandmother’s Recipes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/not-just-for-your-grandmothers-recipes/) - February is canned food month. Here’s how university students can embrace the budget-friendly food.
- [TMU Bold Mens Hockey Loses Game One of First Round](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-mens-hockey-loses-game-one-of-first-round/) - Bold are now one game away from elimination.
- [On The Record - S4E4 - SORT, Avian Flu and Mammals, and Reactions to the Mayor's Resignation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e4-sort-avian-flu-and-mammals-and-reactions-to-the-mayors-resignation/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Some Toronto Restaurateurs Still Unhappy with CafeTO Changes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/some-toronto-restaurateurs-still-unhappy-with-cafeto-changes/) - “In this particular moment with hyperinflation and so many stresses on small restaurants, it's not worth it,” says one restaurant owner.
- [“You Actually Don't Succeed in Life Unless You Speak Your Truth”](https://ontherecordnews.ca/you-actually-dont-succeed-in-life-unless-you-speak-your-truth/) - How Dr. Cheryl Thompson is pushing for diversity and representation in academia.
- [Long Winter performances worthy of your time](https://ontherecordnews.ca/long-winter-performances-worthy-of-your-time/) - Long Winter returns with new shows on March 11.
- [TMU Culture Fest Highlights Diversity on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-culture-fest-highlights-diversity-on-campus/) - After a three year hold, the school invites students to celebrate their backgrounds through various games and cultural foods
- [OTR News: Mar. 1 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-mar-1-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Honorarium Review Looks at Pay For TMSU Board of Directors](https://ontherecordnews.ca/honorarium-review-looks-at-pay-for-tmsu-board-of-directors/) - Review coincides with removal of five directors for “abandonment” of duties.
- [Do TMU Students Want to Attend Convocation?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/do-tmu-students-want-to-attend-convocation/) - Now that grad ceremony dates are out, TMU students have a decision to make
- [On The Record - S4E5 - 48hr Film Fest, Convocation Plans, and Free Birth Control for B.C.](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e5-48hr-film-fest-convocation-plans-and-free-birth-control-for-b-c/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Toronto Must Adapt Radically to a Rapidly Growing Population, Experts Say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-must-adapt-radically-to-a-rapidly-growing-population-experts-say/) - A panel of architecture and urban planning experts told future architects how the city has to change.
- [Ontario Secondary Schools Struggling for Mental Health Resources and It Doesn’t Get Better in Post-secondary](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-secondary-schools-struggling-for-mental-health-resources-and-it-doesnt-get-better-in-post-secondary/) - The majority of Ontario schools say they need more support for their students' mental health, but statistics say their mental health doesn't get enough attention in university.
- [Seven TMU Women on How They Are Making Their Mark](https://ontherecordnews.ca/seven-tmu-women-on-how-they-are-making-their-mark/) - For International Women’s Day, we asked alumni and students for their measures of success when it comes to the issues women face in society.
- [Are You Ready for TMU Course Intentions?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/are-you-ready-for-tmu-course-intentions/) - Students should already be planning out their next year of classes.
- [OTR News: Mar. 8 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-mar-8-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Nordstrom is just the Latest US Store to Flee Canadian Shores](https://ontherecordnews.ca/nordstrom-is-the-latest-us-store-to-flee-canadian-shores/) - The luxury department store is closing down all 13 locations in Canada.
- [The Benefits of Friendship: Academic Achievement and Well-Being](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-benefits-of-friendship-improved-academic-achievement-and-well-being/) - Developing friendships during the pandemic was difficult, but students need to get back to expanding their network
- [Dealing With “Senioritis?” You Are Not Alone](https://ontherecordnews.ca/dealing-with-senioritis-you-are-not-alone/) - It’s not uncommon for students’ academic performance to decline during their final semester.
- [On The Record - S4E6 - Drivers Licenses, Climate Justice and International Women's Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e6-drivers-licenses-climate-justice-and-international-womens-d/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Youth Unemployment Rate Remains Below Average, Experts Say Students Should Take Advantage](https://ontherecordnews.ca/youth-unemployment-rate-remains-below-average-experts-say-students-should-take-advantage/) - Working from home, new technologies and more choices are allowing younger Canadians to get a foothold in the labour market.
- [Learning about the Danger of Vaping Can Reduce the Habit, New Study Shows](https://ontherecordnews.ca/learning-about-the-danger-of-vaping-can-reduce-the-habit-new-study-shows/) - As vaping continues to grow in popularity, so does the information about its health risks.
- [Not All TMU Students Will Be Drunk This St. Patrick’s Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/not-all-tmu-students-will-be-drunk-this-st-patricks-day/) - Alcohol culture is changing and so is St. Paddy’s
- [OTR News: Mar. 15 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-mar-15-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S4E7 - Silicon Valley Bank, Flair Airlines, and Honest Moments at The Oscars](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e7-silicon-valley-bank-flair-airlines-and-honest-moments-at-the-oscars/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Experts Provide Advice For Students Filing Taxes For The First Time](https://ontherecordnews.ca/experts-provide-advice-for-students-filing-taxes-for-the-first-time/) - Students should learn more about tax filing to save the most money.
- [Students to Vote Yes or No on One TMSU Presidential Candidate](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-to-vote-yes-or-no-on-one-tmsu-presidential-candidate/) - The TMSU wants 23% voter turnout for 2023.
- [OTR News: Mar. 22 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-mar-22-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S4E8 - The Race for Mayor, TMSU elections, and Sports this week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e8-the-race-for-mayor-tmsu-elections-and-sports-this-week/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [A Conversation with Daniel Roher](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-conversation-with-daniel-roher/) - Before he was an Academy Award-winning filmmaker, he was a kid shooting DIY projects in the streets of Toronto.
- [Free Events you can attend for Transgender Visibility Day](https://ontherecordnews.ca/free-events-you-can-attend-for-transgender-visibility-day/) - Celebrate in Toronto with these in-person events. Celebrate in Toronto with these in-person events
- [All Team Revolt members disqualified from TMSU election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/all-team-revolt-members-disqualified-from-tmsu-election/) - Run-off election to take place within two weeks.
- [Over Half of TMU Faculty and Staff Make More Than $100,000 a Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/over-half-of-tmu-faculty-and-staff-make-over-100000-a-year/) - President Mohamed Lachemi remains the top earner.
- [Have your say on a Proposed Cyber Science program at TMU](https://ontherecordnews.ca/have-your-say-on-a-proposed-cyber-science-program-at-tmu/) - The Faculty of Science has submitted a letter of intent for a new program.
- [On The Record - S4E9 - Our first Law School Graduates, TikTok trends, and the Sunshine List](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e9-our-first-law-school-graduates-tiktok-trends-and-the-sunshine-list/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [Graduating Students Navigate Anxiety as the Semester Ends](https://ontherecordnews.ca/graduating-students-navigate-anxiety-as-the-semester-ends/) - Stress about future career paths build for students at Toronto Metropolitan University as they finish up their undergraduate degrees.
- [TMSU Vote Moved to Fall 2023 Amid New Allegations of Election Misconduct](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-vote-moved-to-fall-2023-amid-new-allegations-of-election-misconduct/) - ERC announces in-person voting is cancelled.
- [TMU President: Students Expected To Attend Classes Even if Strikes Hit Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-president-students-expected-to-attend-classes-even-if-strikes-hit-campus/) - CUPE Local 233 will be in a legal strike position on April 13. OPSEU Local 596 reached a tentative agreement with TMU on Thursday.
- [On The Record - S4E10 - TMSU Election Delay, Astronauts and Trump Makes His Plea](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s4e10-tmsu-election-delay-astronauts-and-trump-makes-his-plea/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [The Neighbourhood Watch Prepares For New Summer Sounds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-neighbourhood-watch-prepares-for-new-summer-sounds/) - The Toronto-born five-piece band talks song-writing, playing gigs and breaking the distance
- [Minister Valdez Shows Support for New Groceries and Essentials Benefit in Mississauga](https://ontherecordnews.ca/minister-valdez-shows-support-for-new-groceries-and-essentials-benefit-in-mississauga/) - The new benefit will replace GST credit to support affordability for Canadians.
- [Toronto Job Market Faces Tough Start to 2026](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-job-market-faces-tough-start-to-2026/) - Ontario’s unemployment remains high at 7.3%, with youth struggling to find jobs.
- [TMSU Cuts Student Group Funding by 60%](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-cuts-student-group-funding-by-60/) - Campus groups and clubs will now receive $600 annually to support their activities and programs.
- [Canadian Newspaper Revenues Plunge Again as Industry Confronts Deepening Crisis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadian-newspaper-revenues-plunge-again-as-industry-confronts-deepening-crisis/) - New data from Statistics Canada shows newspaper revenues dropped to $1.6 billion in 2024, extending a long-running decline
- [Poll Suggests Ontarians Increasingly Want New Leadership, but Aren’t Changing Their Vote Intentions](https://ontherecordnews.ca/poll-suggests-ontarians-increasingly-want-new-leadership-but-arent-changing-their-vote-intentions/) - Canadian youth are traditionally underrepresented in elections, and youth leaders highlighted a disconnect between young voters and what politicians focus on.
- [TMU Bold Split Games in First Volleyball Homecoming](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-split-games-in-first-volleyball-homecoming/) - The women's volleyball team fell to the Waterloo Warriors, but were avenged by the men's team
- [TMU Student Union Hires Lawyer for investigation into 2 Student Groups](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-student-union-hires-lawyer-for-investigation-into-2-student-groups/) - TMSU will engage an external investigator to handle complaints involving student groups from the fall 2025 semester.
- [As Toronto Adds New Transit Lines, What Is Signal Priority and How Might It Impact Your Commute?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/as-toronto-adds-new-transit-lines-what-is-signal-priority-and-how-might-it-impact-your-commute/) - While policymakers now want to prioritize transit more, experts warn signals are not a catchall.
- [Federal Cut to Housing Fund Raises Concerns for Student Housing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/federal-cut-to-housing-fund-raises-concerns-for-student-housing/) - Students and housing researchers weigh in amid ongoing concerns over affordable housing near campus.
- [Former Leaf Mitch Marner Makes His Toronto Return — Will the Fans Welcome Him? ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/former-leaf-mitch-marner-makes-his-toronto-return-will-the-fans-welcome-him/) - After being booed by Leafs fans on his new home turf, the Vegas Golden Knight is set to face his hometown team for the first time as a visiting player.
- [On The Record - S8E1 - How does Power Work at the Municipal Level?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s8e1-how-does-power-work-at-the-municipal-level/) - Do you know who your City Councillor is?
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 25 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-25-2025-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Jan. 28 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-jan-28-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package
- [TMSU Extends By-Election Voting Period After ‘Technical Difficulties’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-extends-by-election-voting-period-after-technical-difficulties/) - A system error that let students select 2 international student director candidates pushed the Students’ Union to void Monday’s ballots
- [TMSU By-Election Campaign Posters Paper Over Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-by-election-campaign-posters-paper-over-campus/) - With TMSU’s 2025-2026 by-election campaigning underway, candidates use campus walls to implore student voters
- [Toronto Makes a Bold Move Toward Greener Public Services With New Child-Care Centre and Recreation Facility](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-makes-a-bold-move-toward-greener-public-services-with-new-child-care-centre-and-recreation-facility/) - Two new green civic buildings have been launched this month, but experts warn policy barriers and site constraints could limit future projects
- [Ontario Passes Bill 33, Sparking Backlash Over Policing in Schools and Student Fee Controls](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-passes-bill-33-sparking-backlash-over-policing-in-schools-and-student-fee-controls/) - Student leaders say legislation marks a major shift in how Ontario governs its education system
- [Opinion: Why the Pit Bull Ban Needs to be Lifted](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-the-pit-bull-ban-needs-to-be-lifted/) - We need to stop believing pit bulls are inherently dangerous
- [Opinion: Voting abroad used to be an exciting time for me — now it’s replaced by fear and anxiety](https://ontherecordnews.ca/voting-abroad-used-to-be-an-exciting-time-for-me-now-its-replaced-by-fear-and-anxiety/) - It is frustrating to see the USPS erode to a shell of its former self Voting abroad has always been something I looked forward to. I was taught that voting is my duty as a U.S. citizen and I am privileged to be able to participate in the election — even if I live on
- [Opinion: What’s in a name change?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/whats-in-a-name-change/) - As we come to terms with Egerton Ryerson’s history, let's consider that changing the university's name will have symbolic, far-reaching benefits, but also other costs
- [Opinion: Why there needs to be mandatory university classes on Indigenous history](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-there-needs-to-be-mandatory-university-classes-on-indigenous-history/) - The education we receive in elementary and secondary schools is not enough This story is part of Monumental Challenges, a series looking at Ryerson, reconciliation, and the issues surrounding replacing names and monuments. I am from a small town, located right outside a Mohawk First Nations reserve. Growing up, we had a local Mohawk group
- [Opinion: The cost of staying the same](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-cost-of-staying-the-same/) - How refusing to change the name or tear down the statue adversely affects Indigenous students
- [Opinion: Instagram activism is everywhere, but it’s getting us nowhere](https://ontherecordnews.ca/instagram-activism-is-everywhere-but-its-getting-us-nowhere/) - Why turning to social media to support a cause you care about could be doing more harm than good
- [Opinion: Why does time feel so different now?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-does-time-feel-so-different-now/) - If you feel like the shift from lockdown has distorted your perception of time, you are not alone. During this pandemic, many have experienced insomnia, anxiety, and even depression symptoms from lack of socialization, lack of time outside, and "a general feeling that all of our goals are at a standstill."
- [Opinion: What I've learned to appreciate during the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-ive-learned-to-appreciate-during-the-pandemic/) - I appreciate that COVID-19 has given me the opportunity to take more moments to relax. I have been able to reflect more on what I want for my future, to slow down to take time for myself and to do what I enjoy.
- [Opinion: Jagmeet Singh misses the mark in recent game of Among Us](https://ontherecordnews.ca/jagmeet-singh-misses-the-mark-in-recent-game-of-among-us/) - The NDP party leader live streamed himself playing with AOC and a handful of online content creators
- [Opinion: Five ways to support small local businesses this holiday season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/five-ways-to-support-small-local-businesses-this-holiday-season/) - With lockdown back in effect in Toronto, small businesses need your help
- [Opinion: How white journalists serve as Canadian history’s gatekeepers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-white-journalists-serve-as-canadian-historys-gatekeepers/) - What the conversation about renaming Ryerson University reveals about struggles of BIPOC journalists to tell their story and bias among white journalists in Canadian media
- [Opinion: Out with the Old, In with the Old](https://ontherecordnews.ca/out-with-the-old-in-with-the-old/) - Joe Biden’s inauguration as the 46th president of the United States offers Americans a moment of reflection amidst the chaos of U.S. politics. Ryersonian reporter and American citizen Frank Quaranta feels conflicted.
- [Opinion: Why the election of Kamala Harris should inspire Canada to do better for women in politics](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-the-election-of-kamala-harris-should-inspire-canada-to-do-better-for-women-in-politics/) - US just welcomes its first female vice president. Canada, on the other hand, still lags behind the UN's threshold for female representation in political decision-making.
- [Opinion: Ryerson’s wellness messaging is falling flat for some students amidst increased COVID-19 mental health concerns](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-wellness-messaging/) - Ryerson University's wellness messages to its student community is falling flat for some students amid increased COVID-19 mental health concerns. As virtual learning becomes the new normal, support from Ryerson doesn't seem to be changing.
- [Opinion: Remembering the Quebec mosque shooting, four years later](https://ontherecordnews.ca/remembering-the-quebec-mosque-shooting-four-years-later/) - Jan. 29, 2017 is a day that Muslims across the country will never forget
- [Opinion: What I wish I knew in first year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-i-wish-i-knew-in-first-year/) - In my last semester at Ryerson, I’m thinking about how I might have done things differently
- [Opinion: Hey Bell, we need to talk](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hey-bell-we-need-to-talk/) - The hypocrisy of Bell’s annual mental health campaign only spotlights the real inequity Canadians face when accessing mental health care It’s been almost a month since Bell Let’s Talk Day and I think it’s safe to say this year, the hashtag #BellLetsTalk has stuck around longer than just a day. However, the conversation has shifted
- [Opinion: From the frontlines: a look into the lives of health-care workers a year into the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-the-frontlines-a-look-into-the-lives-of-health-care-workers/) - For my family and others living with health-care workers, March 2020 never stopped The moment my mom saw her hospital unit’s COVID-19 vaccine sign-up sheet she told me it felt as if a huge weight had been lifted off her shoulders. As she wrote her name down, she thought of my younger sister and I.
- [Op-Ed: The Queen’s Gambit challenges stereotypes of women](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-queens-gambit-challenges-stereotypes-of-women/) - Beth Harmon shatters the gender barrier competing at the highest level of chess The female lead in The Queen’s Gambit rises to the challenge of being on top in the male-dominated world of chess. Beth Harmon, played by Anya Taylor-Joy in the fictional historical drama miniseries written and directed by Scott Frank, is driven by
- [Op-Ed: I was evicted during the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/i-was-evicted-during-the-pandemic/) - In the summer following the first lockdown, I lost my job and got evicted all in a matter of weeks
- [Opinion: One year of zoom university: A message from the president of Ryerson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/one-year-of-zoom-university-a-message-from-the-president-of-ryerson/) - Mohamed Lachemi reflects on students’ response in an op-ed for the Ryersonian
- [Opinion: The unrecognized effects of the COVID-19 pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-unrecognized-effects-of-the-covid-19-pandemic/) - Carbon emissions have declined and small businesses are starting up; news not so good when it comes to drug overdoses and mental health concerns The COVID-19 pandemic has been going on for more than one year, and while some effects of the lockdown are obvious, there are some that perhaps are not as recognizable. The
- [Opinion: Therapy at puck drop](https://ontherecordnews.ca/therapy-at-puck-drop/) - Researchers suggest sports fandom can foster a strong sense identity
- [Opinion: Post-concussion treatment is just as important as concussion prevention](https://ontherecordnews.ca/post-concussion-treatment-is-just-as-important-as-concussion-prevention/) - How my sports-related concussion has taken me out of my everyday life
- [Op-Ed: Six books to spring you into the season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/six-books-to-spring-you-into-the-season/) - A diverse set of page turners ranging from memoirs, to literary fiction, to young adult stories
- [Opinion: Lessons from 10 years of undergrad](https://ontherecordnews.ca/lessons-from-10-years-of-undergrad/) - Ammar Karam reflects on a long journey to graduation
- [Op-Ed: The one where we say goodbye](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-one-where-we-say-goodbye/) - The Ryersonian executive team reflects on the winter 2021 semester
- [TMU Medical Students Respond to Online Criticism over their Admissions Process](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-medical-students-respond-to-online-criticism-over-their-admissions-process/) - Students in the inaugural School of Medicine class face ongoing backlash on their personal TikTok accounts
- [Toronto’s 2040 Climate Commitments Under Scrutiny Amid COP30](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-2040-climate-commitments-under-scrutiny-amid-cop30/) - Experts say the city needs to triple its decarbonization efforts to reach net-zero emissions as outlined in the TransformTO strategy
- [Students Helping Students: How Community Gardens and Campus Food Banks are Fighting Food Insecurity in Toronto](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-helping-students-how-community-gardens-and-campus-food-banks-are-fighting-food-insecurity-in-toronto/) - 46.5 per cent of all food in Canada is wasted, says Second Harvest Canada’s 2024 food impact report
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 18 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-18-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package
- [Road Safety Advocates Host Vigil for Traffic Victims in Light of Bill 56](https://ontherecordnews.ca/road-safety-advocates-host-vigil-for-traffic-victims-in-light-of-bill-56/) - Community members warn that the recently passed legislation will weaken protections for vulnerable road users and undermine efforts to reduce traffic-related deaths
- [Woodbridge Identified as One of the GTA’s Highest Flood-Risk Neighborhoods](https://ontherecordnews.ca/woodbridge-identified-as-one-of-the-gtas-highest-flood-risk-neighborhoods/) - Data shows the area could see increased flooding, because of low elevation, past development and climate change
- [The Price of Learning: Ontario Students are Under Financial Strain](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-price-of-learning-ontario-students-are-under-financial-strain/) - OSAP funding and part-time jobs have not stopped post-secondary costs going up
- [Why are Toronto’s Flood Risks Rising so Quickly?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/why-are-torontos-flood-risks-rising-so-quickly/) - Toronto experts predict an increase in intense rainfall and flooding, saying it’s the greatest threat to residents
- [Q&A: Backstage with Yatfung at his Horseshoe Tavern Debut](https://ontherecordnews.ca/qa-backstage-with-yatfung-at-his-horseshoe-tavern-debut/) - Hong Kong-native Yatfung arrives in Toronto with his dog, his two adopted teenagers, and a dream of bringing his own brand of folk music to a Canadian audience
- [Cudmore Creek: Dump Site to Wetland](https://ontherecordnews.ca/cudmore-creek-dump-site-to-wetland/) - The creek in the Don Valley has been transformed into one of Toronto’s climate restoration projects
- [Toronto Expands Winter Services Plan, but Advocates Warn Crisis Runs Deeper](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-expands-winter-services-plan-but-advocates-warn-crisis-runs-deeper/) - The city adds hundreds of seasonal shelter spaces, but advocates are urging for more long-term solutions
- [Toronto's in Love with Romance (Books)](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-in-love-with-romance-books/) - The city’s getting a new romance festival and romance-exclusive bookstore
- [U of T Welcomes 3 U.S. Scholars Amid Canada’s Push to Expand its Academic Reach](https://ontherecordnews.ca/u-of-t-welcomes-3-u-s-scholars-amid-canadas-push-to-expand-its-academic-reach/) - Academics look north for opportunities to teach as the Trump administration’s policies on education intensify
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 11 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-11-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package
- [Toronto’s First Rat Response Plan Aims to Outpace the Rodents](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-first-rat-response-plan-aims-to-outpace-the-rodents/) - The plan promises to fix the city’s rodent problem. Experts say it could work — if enforcement speeds up and prevention reaches beyond construction sites
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 4 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-4-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, an entertainment package and a special look at the city's proposed 2026 budget!
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Sept. 16 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-16-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and a special look at TIFF!
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Sept. 23 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-23-broadcast-2/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and a special look at TIFF!
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Sept. 30 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-30-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and a special look at TIFF!
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 7 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-7-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and a special look at TIFF!
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 21 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-21-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 28 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-28-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup
- [City of Vaughan Ends Automated Speed Enforcement Program](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-of-vaughan-ends-automated-speed-enforcement-program/) - The decision comes four months after pausing its implementation in June
- [Behind the Stage Lights: What Toronto Bodybuilders Sacrifice to Compete](https://ontherecordnews.ca/behind-the-stage-lights-what-toronto-bodybuilders-sacrifice-to-compete/) - Competitors say strict diets, financial strain, and lost friendships are part of the journey
- [TMSU By-Election Nominations Close Today](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-by-election-nominations-close-today/) - Following a previous election that was declared “null and void,” the TMSU has begun accepting nominations for its fall by-election
- [City of Toronto Imposes Hiring Freeze to Combat a Multi-billion Dollar Shortfall](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-of-toronto-imposes-hiring-freeze-to-combat-a-multi-billion-dollar-shortfall/) - City officials turn to internal efficiencies to manage costs while union leaders say hiring freezes could strain workers
- [City of Burlington Serves Up Civic Engagement with Food Trucks and Town Halls Ahead of 2026 Budget](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-of-burlington-serves-up-civic-engagement-with-food-trucks-and-town-halls-ahead-of-2026-budget/) - Community events like “Food for Feedback” are aimed at getting residents more engaged in local decision-making
- [Brampton Plant in Limbo; Thousands of Jobs Could be Lost](https://ontherecordnews.ca/closure-of-brampton-auto-plant-means-thousands-of-jobs-lost/) - Students and young professionals must seek alternative sectors as job opportunities head south of the border
- [Canada First Rally at Queen’s Park Draws Counter-Protest Over Immigration and Inclusion](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canada-first-rally-at-queens-park-draws-counter-protest-over-immigration-and-inclusion/) - Hundreds gathered at Queen’s Park at a rally criticizing mass immigration, while counter-protesters denounced the event
- [How Toronto Organizers are Reimagining How and Where Queer People Connect](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-toronto-organizers-are-reimagining-how-and-where-queer-people-connect/) - Loneliness among LGBTQ2+ Canadians is reported at nearly double the rate that of the general population
- [The Long Walk Against Food Insecurity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-long-walk-against-food-insecurity/) - Food insecurity in the city has “drastically changed” for the worse, says a food bank representative
- [Federal Funding for New Work Placements Raises Questions for Toronto’s Francophone Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/federal-funding-for-new-work-placements-raises-questions-for-torontos-francophone-students/) - Ottawa’s new investment aims to support Francophone and equity-deserving students, but access to French-language placements remains a challenge
- [Is AI a Threat or Blessing to Music?  ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/is-ai-a-threat-or-blessing-to-music/) - Expert at the week-long “Promise of Music” conference at TMU says we are at a “Fork in the road”
- [“These Cuts are Going to Kill People”](https://ontherecordnews.ca/these-cuts-are-going-to-kill-people/) - Harm Reductionists urge against new provincial bill that shutters safe injection sites downtown
- [<i>The Works</i> Is Gone, But How Much That Impacts Student Safety Is Hard To Say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-works-is-gone-but-how-much-that-impacts-student-safety-is-hard-to-say/) - While some students welcome closure of safe consumption site, expert says TMU security logs never indicated safety issues from the Victoria St. site
- [New Report Shows Risk of Harmful Misogynistic Content Targeting Boys ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-report-shows-risk-of-harmful-misogynistic-content-targeting-boys/) - The report from Canadian non-profit White Ribbon says educators are deeply worried about the trend
- [Students Rally at Queen’s Park Against Bill 33](https://ontherecordnews.ca/students-rally-at-queens-park-against-bill-33/) - Ontario’s student leaders say it could jeopardize vital campus services and make higher education less accessible
- [<i>OTR</i> News: March 27 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-march-27-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [<i>OTR</i> News: April 10 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-april-10-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [TMU Men's Hockey Team Keeps Churning Out Pros](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-mens-hockey-team-keeps-churning-out-pros/) - TMU has graduated the most players to pro hockey of any OUA West team.
- [TMU Bold Beat Varsity Blues in Homecoming Victory](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-beat-varsity-blues-in-homecoming-victory/) - TMU’s men’s hockey team secured their third straight season with a homecoming win, defeating the University of Toronto 3–1
- [Heightened Police Response at Pro-Palestine Demonstrations](https://ontherecordnews.ca/heightened-police-response-at-pro-palestine-demonstrations/) - Toronto Police Services allege demonstrators assaulted officers, while demonstrators say police misconduct caused bodily harm
- [How Student Journalists can Practice Safety While Reporting on Demonstrations](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-student-journalists-can-practice-safety-while-reporting-on-demonstrations/) - It is critical for journalists to humanize the voices of the story, and “to be able to provide the context to the reader or viewer”
- [DoorDash Canada partners with PWHL ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/doordash-canada-partners-with-pwhl/) - With new partnerships across hockey, soccer, and basketball, brands are finding real returns in women’s leagues long overlooked by sponsors
- [Peel Region Police Launch Dedicated Hate Crime Unit](https://ontherecordnews.ca/peel-region-police-launch-dedicated-hate-crime-unit/) - Police say the new unit is in response to steady hate crime numbers in Peel Region, with 86 hate crimes and 185 incidents reported so far in 2025
- [TMU Hosts Town Halls This Week for New President Search](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-hosts-town-halls-this-week-for-new-president-search/) - While some elements are confidential, ongoing updates and consultations with the community are expected
- [This Nuit Blanche Installation Pays Tribute to Toronto's Lost Queer Nightlife](https://ontherecordnews.ca/this-nuit-blanche-installation-pays-tribute-to-torontos-lost-queer-nightlife/) - "Disappearing Acts" is a celebration of the city’s gay community, says the artist, Nina Jeffares-Levitt
- [TMSU Calls By-election after Motion to Postpone Fails](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-calls-by-election-after-motion-to-postpone-fails/) - TMU students rejected a motion to postpone the election until 2026, forcing the union to move forward with a fall by-election amid ongoing investigations
- [Healthcare Barriers Leave a Select Group of Canadians with Life-Limiting Illnesses Struggling for Support](https://ontherecordnews.ca/healthcare-barriers-leave-canadians-with-life-limiting-illnesses-struggling-for-support/) - Voluntary crowdsourced Canadians say they are receiving adequate palliative care, but are facing major challenges to access after-hours care
- [Daycare Parking Ban After Crash Sparks Safety and Cost Debates](https://ontherecordnews.ca/daycare-parking-ban-after-crash-sparks-safety-and-cost-debates/) - Childcare operators warn the province’s parking ban could create new hazards for families while adding costs that centres can’t afford
- [Tackling Anti-Palestinian Racism Through Film](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tackling-anti-palestinian-racism-through-film/) - Three short films created through Toronto Palestine Film Festival’s 2025 residency program confront systemic discrimination and give voice to Palestinian experiences
- [New COVID-19 Vaccine Available in Toronto: What You Need to Know](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-covid-19-vaccine-available-in-toronto-what-you-need-to-know/) - The fall respiratory season is here, bringing increased hospitalizations, outbreaks, and renewed calls for vaccination
- [Toronto’s First Annual Thai Festival](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-first-annual-thai-festival/) - Amid rising anti-immigrant sentiment, Toronto’s first Thai Festival offers a joyful counterpoint.
- [How India-Canada Relations Went Downhill After the Alleged Murder of a Sikh Activist](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-india-canada-relations-went-downhill-after-the-alleged-murder-of-a-sikh-activist/) - The two countries are engaged in a diplomatic standoff. Here is what you need to know
- [TMU New Medical School To Open Next Year, Targeting Diverse and Disadvantaged Populations to Train](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-new-medical-school-to-open-next-year-targeting-diverse-and-disadvantaged-populations-to-train/) - Inaugural classes set to begin in 2025 with 94 seats
- [Toronto Hospital Network Reinstates its Masking Requirements](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-hospital-network-reinstates-its-masking-requirements/) - The University Health Network makes masks mandatory as respiratory illness season approaches
- [Canada Mourns Loss of Murray Sinclair](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canada-mourns-loss-of-murray-sinclair/) - A revered lawyer, judge, senator and former TRC chairman has passed
- [Can No One Can Run a Students’ Union?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/can-no-one-can-run-a-students-union/) - One expert blames ‘years of structural democratic backsliding and rising authoritarianism’
- [Ontario Raises Minimum Wage to $17.60 Amid Affordability Concerns](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-raises-minimum-wage-to-17-60-amid-affordability-concerns/) - Experts warn that inflation, housing costs, and a softening labour market could limit its effect on workers’ real earnings.
- [The Loss of a Local: Imperial Pub Will Close Nov. 15](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-loss-of-a-local-imperial-pub-will-close-nov-15/) - The 81-year-old pub is closing after being sold to developers, according to city planning documents.
- [Toronto to Deploy Crisis Workers on TTC Subway Platforms Starting November](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-to-deploy-crisis-workers-on-ttc-subway-platforms-starting-november/) - A City of Toronto mental health crisis response will put support workers on TTC subway platforms starting Nov. 15
- [Witnesses say Student was “Body-slammed” by TMU Security Outside Evan Solomon Talk](https://ontherecordnews.ca/witnesses-say-student-was-body-slammed-by-tmu-security-outside-evan-solomon-talk/) - The student was among eight people who were escorted out of the event
- [Vanishing Small Concert Venues Leave Toronto’s Artists Without a Stage](https://ontherecordnews.ca/vanishing-small-concert-venues-leave-torontos-artists-without-a-stage/) - The imminent closures of The Phoenix Concert Theatre and The Velvet Underground mean emerging musicians will have fewer chances to get their foot in the door
- [Rally Leads to Arrest on TMU Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rally-leads-to-arrest-on-tmu-campus/) - Organizers brought together students and community to protest the recent treatment of students by security and the larger issues of divesting from Israeli companies
- [TIFF 2025 Offers Networking and Learning for BIPOC Filmmakers](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiff-2025-offers-networking-and-learning-for-bipoc-filmmakers/) - Despite barriers in the Canadian film industry, young, racialized filmmakers say opportunities do exist — you just need to know where to look
- [Photo Essay: Nowhere to go and nothing to dress up for](https://ontherecordnews.ca/photo-essay-nowhere-to-go-and-nothing-to-dress-up-for/) - Young people who say fashion is important to them reflect on how their mental well-being is suffering during the pandemic
- [TMU Photography Students Explore Escapism and Found Family](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-photography-students-explore-escapism-and-found-family/) - The two exhibitsー “Where Are We Headed?” and “Alice is my Wonderland”ー will run until Jan. 31
- [TMU Black Fashion Student Association Hosts First Fashion Show ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/photo-essay-tmu-black-fashion-student-association-hosts-first-fashion-show/) - “As a Black woman, to be in spaces where I see so many different niches being carried by different Black people is very important to me.”
- [Are Micro-Purchases and Impulse Buys Quietly Driving Canadian Debt?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/are-micro-purchases-and-impulse-buys-quietly-driving-canadian-debt/) - As Canadian retail sales surge, shifting brand loyalty and social media-driven shopping reveal how “little treats” can both strain wallets and spark mindful saving
- [Third Place is Being Redefined](https://ontherecordnews.ca/third-place-is-being-redefined/) - Growing commercialization is causing young people to pivot and rediscover accessible third places in the city
- [OPSEU Strike: Full-time Support Staff Take to the Picket Lines](https://ontherecordnews.ca/opseu-strike-full-time-support-staff-take-to-the-picket-lines/) - Support staff are on strike at Ontario’s 24 publicly-funded colleges
- ['Choosing Between Housing and Food’: Canadian Food Insecurity Up 40% in Two Years, Says New Report](https://ontherecordnews.ca/choosing-between-housing-and-food-canadian-food-insecurity-up-40-in-two-years-says-new-report/) - Food insecurity is on the rise as affordability becomes a challenge for many Canadians, According to a Food Banks Canada report
- [“Learner Mistreatment” Service Appears Central to TMU’s New School of Medicine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/learner-mistreatment-service-appears-central-to-tmus-new-school-of-medicine/) - Medical students are surprised that this policy does not seem applicable to other faculties while school reaffirms its purpose serves the incoming cohort
- [City Council to Weigh Pop-up Supports as Toronto Storefront Vacancies Climb](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-council-to-weigh-pop-up-supports-as-toronto-storefront-vacancies-climb/) - City planners will report back this fall on ways to support short-term leases and pop-up markets as vacant storefronts become a growing issue. City planners will report back this fall on ways to support short-term leases and pop-up markets as vacant storefronts become a growing issue.
- [Individual With Axe Arrested Off-Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-all-clear-after-individual-with-an-axe-reported-on-campus/) - Alert was sent to TMU community just after 12:30 p.m.
- [What is Causing the Increase in Grocery Prices?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/what-is-causing-the-increase-in-grocery-prices/) - According to experts, a dry summer and severe drought have driven up prices for beef and crops in Canada
- [TTC Projects $36.5m Budget Shortfall, Raising Questions about Service Reliability](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ttc-projects-36-5m-budget-shortfall-raising-questions-about-service-reliability/) - Officials say the gap won’t affect riders, but TMU commuters and transit advocates warn that service is already unreliable
- [New Image Centre Exhibition Celebrates the Importance of Photojournalism](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-image-centre-exhibition-celebrates-the-importance-of-photojournalism/) - The “Magnum’s First” exhibit honours the roots of The Image Centre, says the curator
- [TMU Students Locked Out of Emails Following Switch to 2FA Login](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-students-locked-out-of-emails-following-switch-to-2fa-login/) - More than 300 student groups impacted after 2FA logins became mandatory Aug. 15
- [Business Owners on Geary Ave. Are Coming Together to Host the First Geary Block Party](https://ontherecordnews.ca/business-owners-on-geary-ave-are-coming-together-to-host-the-first-geary-block-party/) - The Geary Art Crawl is postponing its 4th festival until March 2026 but business owners are throwing a street party in its place
- [The Gap](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-gap/) - Women make up 30% of federal politicians and 51% of Canada’s population
- [How Meta’s News Block Could Reshape Voter Awareness In Next Federal Election](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-metas-news-block-could-reshape-voter-awareness-in-next-federal-election/) - Only 22% of Canadians realize news is banned on Facebook, Instagram
- [Federal Election Explainer](https://ontherecordnews.ca/federal-election-explainer/) - Experts say voting day is imminent, so here’s everything you need to know ahead of time
- [Naomi Jayes's 15-year Journey to Creating <i>Darkest Miriam</i>](https://ontherecordnews.ca/naomi-jayess-15-year-journey-to-creating-darkest-miriam/) - A TMU lecturer and Canadian filmmaker describes her award-nominated film
- [Canada’s Holiday Budgets on the Rise, Survey Suggests](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-holiday-budgets-on-the-rise-survey-suggests/) - Canadians are projected to spend more during the holiday season this year than last
- [Canadians’ Travel Plans Could Take a Hit as Loonie Dips To Lowest Levels in 5 Years](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadians-travel-plans-could-take-a-hit-as-loonie-dips-to-lowest-levels-in-5-years/) - Lower dollar value means Canadians will get less for their buck when travelling abroad
- [After a Rough Start, TMU Hockey is 'Hungry to Win'](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-hockey-teams-prepare-for-second-half-of-season/) - The Bold head into the second half of the season with mixed standings
- [Ontario Line Subway Excavation Begins at Exhibition Station](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-line-subway-excavation-begins-at-exhibition-station/) - New transit line promises faster commutes, while current LRT projects remain unfinished
- [PWHL Expansion Sparks Excitement and Opportunity for Women’s Hockey](https://ontherecordnews.ca/pwhl-expansion-sparks-excitement-and-opportunity-for-womens-hockey/) - The Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) is exploring expansion, signalling a new chapter for women’s hockey
- [Balancing Generational Differences: The Bobrowski Brothers on Operating Their Grandparents Textile Business](https://ontherecordnews.ca/balancing-generational-differences-the-bobrowski-brothers-on-operating-their-grandparents-textile-business/) - Toronto brothers continue the family legacy by reopening their grandparents’ store after almost 20 years. Toronto brothers continue the family legacy by reopening their grandparents’ store after almost 20 years.
- [ A Visual Tribute to TMU Library for its 50th Anniversary](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-visual-tribute-to-tmu-library-for-its-50th-anniversary/) - TMU held a ceremony unveiling special pillars created to mark the library’s 50th birthday
- [TMU Students Triumph in Charity Basketball Game Against Media Professionals](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-students-triumph-in-charity-basketball-game-against-media-professionals/) - Listen to the full story here: The second annual Sport vs. Media Charity Basketball game marked a reversal of fortunes this Sunday, with Toronto Metropolitan University (TMU) students emerging victorious following Team Media’s slim win in last year's inaugural match. Team Sport dominated the court with a commanding 80 to 46 point victory over Team
- [Toronto Thrifters Lament Fast Fashion Take Over of Thrift Stores Racks](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-thrifters-lament-fast-fashion-take-over-of-thrift-stores-racks/) - The newly opened Value Village on Dovercourt is home to fast fashion pieces confusing its second-hand shoppers
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 26 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-26-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [New Social Justice Group at TMU Aims for Collective Liberation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-social-justice-group-at-tmu-aims-for-collective-liberation/) - “Why would I look at an unjust society and not imagine something more?”
- [Ontario Announces Investment to Combat Gender-based Violence](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-announces-investment-to-combat-gender-based-violence/) - More than $1.4 billion being put towards combating gender-based violence
- [On The Record - S7E10 - But I don't want to work...](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e10-but-i-dont-want-to-work/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Canada's Inflation Rate Jumps in October as Cost of Living Stays High](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-inflation-rate-jumps-in-october-as-cost-of-living-stays-high/) - Analysts say the Bank of Canada could change course on rate cuts in response to latest inflation reading
- [‘Religious Apartheid’ Under Pakistan’s Blasphemy Laws](https://ontherecordnews.ca/religious-apartheid-under-pakistans-blasphemy-laws/) - Panel event at TMU discusses the violence, arrests and exile faced by Ahmadis under Pakistan’s discriminatory blasphemy laws
- [The Toronto Sceptres Gear Up for 2nd Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-toronto-sceptres-gear-up-for-2nd-season/) - Listen to the whole story here: The second Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) season is set to begin later this month, and the Toronto Sceptres are gearing up to rebound after suffering a first round exit in the playoffs at the hands of the Minnesota Frost in May. “I don’t think last year was a
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 19 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-19-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [Will Students in Canada Rally for a Nationwide Strike in 2026? ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/will-students-in-canada-rally-for-a-nationwide-strike-in-2026/) - The Canadian Federation of Students is weighing a student strike that could reshape the future of post-secondary public education.
- [Over 2 Million Canadians Turn to Food Banks as Demand Hits Historic High, New Report Finds](https://ontherecordnews.ca/over-2-million-canadians-turn-to-food-banks-as-demand-hits-historic-high-new-report-finds/) - ‘We do not know how long we can keep doing this,’ Toronto food bank president says
- [Fears Surround Hot Docs Theatre Sale](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fears-surround-hot-docs-theatre-sale/) - The 104-year-old theatre on Bloor St W has been on the market for almost a month and community members are worried the sale could end in demolition
- [The New Generation of Toronto Fashion Scene are Performing 4 NoOne](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-new-generation-of-toronto-fashion-scene-are-performing-4-noone/) - Discontentment with current fashion week inspired independent showcase of fashion, music and theatre
- [On The Record - S7E9 - How accessible is TMU?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e9-how-accessible-is-tmu/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [City of Toronto Releases Report Critical of Bill 212](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-of-toronto-releases-report-critical-of-bill-212/) - Bill 212 will lead to significant financial burden and decreased road safety, says City Manager
- [How Taylor Swift’s Toronto Shows Will Impact The City’s Economy](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-taylor-swifts-toronto-shows-will-impact-the-citys-economy/) - The shows create an economic boost and support charity with “Taylor Swift Way” sign auctions
- [Recall Alert: Check Your Food Products Before Eating](https://ontherecordnews.ca/recall-alert-check-your-food-products-before-eating/) - Hestars brand of Temple Street Crispy Rice is the latest food product recalled
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 12 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-12-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [Canada Post Union Gives 72-hour Strike Notice](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canada-post-union-gives-72-hour-strike-notice/) - Almost a year of negotiations and still no agreements have been reached, said union
- [Canada’s First Menstrual Equity Charity Brings Back ‘Liberating’ Period Product Packing Party](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-first-menstrual-equity-charity-brings-back-liberating-period-product-packing-party/) - 1 in 6 Canadians experience lack of access to menstrual care products, according to a government survey
- [TMU Cricketers Call for Varsity Status](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-cricketers-call-for-varsity-status/) - Cricket’s current classification as a competitive club at TMU is impacting its funding, cricketers say
- [TMU to open new Digital Research Facility](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-to-open-new-digital-research-facility/) - The university kicked off a project to open a fully digital building, but will it help the community?
- [On The Record - S7E8 - How do we live (in the GTA)?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e8-how-do-we-live-in-the-gta/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Capacity Concerns about the Black Student Lounge](https://ontherecordnews.ca/capacity-concerns-about-the-black-student-lounge/) - As TMU’s Black student population grows, Black students advocate for a larger lounge
- [New Recommendation Could Curb Costs for City’s Pet Owners](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-recommendation-could-curb-costs-for-citys-pet-owners/) - ‘I always try and put more money into my animals than for myself,’ says Toronto pet owner
- [Where is the Career Development for Muslim Women in Canada?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/where-is-the-career-development-for-muslim-women-in-canada/) - “The piece of cloth on the head doesn’t affect one’s ability to work”
- [Seneca Announces Markham Campus Closure Amidst Federal Government’s Reduction to International Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/seneca-announces-markham-campus-closure-amidst-federal-governments-reduction-to-international-students/) - Students are concerned about what the future might look like
- [America Votes and Canada Holds its Breath](https://ontherecordnews.ca/america-votes-and-canada-holds-its-breath/) - Americans headed to the polls today, marking an end to one of the most divisive races for the White House in recent history.
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Nov. 5 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-5-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [The CMA Wants to Scrap Sick Notes. Here’s Why TMU Isn’t Likely to Follow Suit](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-cma-wants-to-scrap-sick-notes-heres-why-tmu-isnt-likely-to-follow-suit/) - Sick notes requirements remain unchanged at TMU Following CMA’s call for their abolishment
- [BetStamp’s Ambassador Program Raises Ethical Concerns Over Youth Gambling Promotion](https://ontherecordnews.ca/betstamps-ambassador-program-raises-ethical-concerns-over-youth-gambling-promotion/) - Toronto based sports-betting app, BetStamp, is hiring university students to their ambassador program
- [TMU’s First Black Film Club Launches with Halloween Screening](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-first-black-film-club-launches-with-halloween-screening/) - Organisers call it “revolutionary” for Black representation on campus
- [Peaches Closure Raises Larger Issue for Toronto’s Queer Community](https://ontherecordnews.ca/peaches-closure-raises-larger-issue-for-torontos-queer-community/) - Toronto is known as a ‘gay’ city – not queer – and some community members tell us why
- [The Season So Far](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-season-so-far/) - How the Toronto Maple Leafs are shaping up after their first 13 games
- [On The Record - S7E7 - Is there a downside to doing the bare minimum to graduate?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e7-is-there-a-downside-to-doing-the-bare-minimum-to-graduate/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Work Permit Restrictions mean more Bad News for International Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/work-permit-restrictions-mean-more-bad-news-for-international-students/) - International students must now graduate from a list of eligible programs to qualify to work post graduation
- [Toronto Expands Winter Homelessness Plan, but Admits It Still Won’t Meet Demand](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-expands-winter-homelessness-plan-but-admits-it-still-wont-meet-demand/) - Toronto recently announced plans to add shelter space, warming centres and respite sites to try to support unhoused people this winter
- [Navigating Dual Festivities of Halloween and Diwali](https://ontherecordnews.ca/navigating-dual-festivities-of-halloween-and-diwali/) - This year, two sweet-filled holidays collided on the calendar making people balance costume parties with sacred prayers
- [TMU Survey Reveals Strong Support for Bookable Campus Naps](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-survey-reveals-strong-support-for-bookable-campus-naps/) - Experts caution underlying issues may require deeper solutions beyond short rest breaks
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 29 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-29-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup
- [Dedicated Collision Centre Paves the Way for Safer Streets in Toronto ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/dedicated-collision-centre-paves-the-way-for-safer-streets-in-toronto/) - The new centre could encourage more reporting and stronger data sets for incidents
- [TMU’s African Student Association Finds Its Way Back After Leadership and Funding Gaps](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-african-student-association-finds-its-way-back-after-leadership-and-funding-gaps/) - The African Student Association (ASA) returns after a 16-month hiatus caused by funding issues and leadership gaps, leaving students without a vital cultural community.
- [Spotlight on Architecture Students at Library’s 50th ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/spotlight-on-architecture-students-at-librarys-50th/) - Project liaison says new design build will help ‘reenergize’ the library community
- [On The Record - S7E6 - Did you consider the trades?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e6-did-you-consider-the-trades/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Bank of Canada Issues Biggest Rate Cut Since Beginning of Pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/bank-of-canada-issues-biggest-rate-cut-since-beginning-of-pandemic/) - Supersized cut comes as Canada faces lower economic growth than international peers
- [Allan Gardens Farmers’ Market Arrives One Week after Final Encampment Eviction ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/allan-gardens-farmers-market-arrives-one-week-after-final-encampment-eviction/) - Advocate says the city’s effort to renew the park is one that is “prioritising folks who are housed”
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 22 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-22-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with entertainment and sports
- [Ontario Advocates Say Minimum Wage Hike Isn't Enough](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-advocates-say-minimum-wage-hike-isnt-enough/) - Ontario wage hike sparks concerns from business leaders and advocates alike
- [Rebranded, but will Access Improve for the new Chrysalis theatre?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/rebranded-but-will-access-improve-for-the-new-chrysalis-theatre/) - The Toronto Metropolitan Theatre has been rebranded the Chrysalis, amid plans to foster new TMU talent and unheard voices
- [To Scoot or Not to Scoot?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/to-scoot-or-not-to-scoot/) - What are the legal and safety considerations to riding an e-scooter in Toronto?
- [The Toronto Chinese Film Festival Takes the Stage for the First Time](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-toronto-chinese-film-festival-takes-the-stage-for-the-first-time/) - Showcasing Canadian and international films alike, bringing new voices to the stage
- [On The Record - S7E5 - Is Reading Week really a break?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e5-is-reading-week-really-a-break/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Here’s Why Should Think Before You Drink Soda or Juice](https://ontherecordnews.ca/heres-why-should-think-before-you-drink-soda-or-juice/) - Recent research shows that frequent consumption of sugary beverages leads to an increased risk of stroke.
- [TMU Cricketers Reflect on TD National Cricket Championship Win](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-cricketers-reflect-on-td-national-cricket-championship-win/) - Bold defeat Algonquin College by 107 runs in final
- [TMU Bold Games to Look Out for this Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-games-to-look-out-for-this-season/) - The volleyball and basketball teams of TMU Bold are gearing up for the 2024/2025 OUA season, looking for redemption after past defeats
- [Does Self-Help Really Help?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/does-self-help-really-help/) - TMU libraries showcased self-help books as part of Wellbeing Week, but they might not be for everyone
- [Toronto Marks Oct. 7th Anniversary with Protests in Support of Palestine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-marks-oct-7th-anniversary-with-protests-in-support-of-palestine/) - Protests and demonstrations sweep Toronto as communities unite for a week of action, demanding justice for Palestine.
- [Hillel TMU Mourns, Remember the Events of October 7th](https://ontherecordnews.ca/hillel-tmu-mourns-remember-the-events-of-october-7th/) - Memorial event on anniversary of terror attack on Israel
- [Pathy Foundation Fellowship Expands Eligibility to Include TMU Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/pathy-foundation-fellowship-expands-eligibility-to-include-tmu-students/) - Fellowship marketed as an opportunity for experiential and global learning, training and mentorship
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 8 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-8-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with entertainment and weather
- [On The Record - S7E4 - What even is sex in 2024?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e4-what-even-is-sex-in-2024/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [After an Impressive Pre-season Start, TMU Bold Men’s Hockey Heads Into Regular Season](https://ontherecordnews.ca/after-an-impressive-pre-season-start-tmu-bold-mens-hockey-heads-into-regular-season/) - The TMU Bold Men’s Hockey team plays Carleton University in the first game of the 2024-25 regular season Friday night
- [Toronto Maple Leafs Season Preview](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-maple-leafs-season-preview/) - What should Leafs fans expect in 2024-25?
- [Canada’s Permit Cap Leaves International Students Feeling Anxious About Future](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-permit-cap-leaves-international-students-feeling-anxious-about-future/) - Students express stress about their ability to work post-grad due to the new cap on international students study and work permits
- [City Hall Event Celebrates Gender Equality Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-hall-event-celebrates-gender-equality-week/) - Non-profit pushes for ‘equity and equality’ to break gender barriers in the workforce
- [Junos Add South Asian Music Category for 2025](https://ontherecordnews.ca/junos-add-south-asian-music-category-for-2025/) - The new category prompts both excitement and concerns about inclusivity in Canadian music
- [Indigenous Activists March for a Cleaner Grassy Narrows](https://ontherecordnews.ca/indigenous-activists-march-for-a-cleaner-grassy-narrows/) - Indigenous communities continue to protest against mercury spills in the Grassy Narrows community
- [Protesters Point out Issues with Media Coverage of Lebanon](https://ontherecordnews.ca/protesters-point-out-issues-with-media-coverage-of-lebanon/) - The criticism was directed at media in their coverage of the violence in Lebanon and Gaza
- [Toronto Marlies 2024 Training Camp: Gearing Up for the Season Ahead](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-marlies-2024-training-camp-gearing-up-for-the-season-ahead/) - Returning players, newly signed players and prospects will show off their on-ice skills, hoping to earn a spot on this year’s line-up
- [David Suzuki Joins Seniors to Say “Later Is Too Late”](https://ontherecordnews.ca/david-suzuki-joins-seniors-to-say-later-is-too-late/) - Toronto hosted one of over 75 nationwide Seniors for Climate events, where the long-time environmental broadcaster urged seniors to look out for the future of the youth
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Oct. 1 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-1-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with entertainment and sports
- [Survey Shows Public Wants Fewer Immigrants](https://ontherecordnews.ca/survey-shows-public-wants-fewer-immigrants/) - Newcomers struggle as Canada's immigration system moves toward new restrictions
- [Leslie Lookout Toronto's Latest Park Confronts Climate Issues](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-latest-park-confronts-climate-issues/) - The opening of a new park in Toronto raises questions about preserving the city’s biodiversity
- [Indigenous Legacy Gathering Spotlights Toronto Culture and Heritage](https://ontherecordnews.ca/indigenous-legacy-gathering-spotlights-toronto-culture-and-heritage/) - The 7th annual Indigenous Legacy Gathering featured performances, workshops, and the Spirit Garden's unveiling
- [Youth Poll Workers and Civic Engagement](https://ontherecordnews.ca/youth-poll-workers-and-civic-engagement/) - “I understand the phrase ‘every vote counts’ [more now]”
- [Free Iftars Support Community and Address Food Insecurity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/free-iftars-support-community-and-address-food-insecurity/) - The TMSU, MSA, and other campus groups united again this Ramadan to encourage students to break their fasts together by covering the cost of iftars
- [Who is Most Vulnerable to AI-fueled Disinformation? ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/who-is-most-vulnerable-to-ai-fueled-disinformation/) - AI-fueled disinformation campaigns can be a tool for foreign interference, stoke polarization and scapegoat immigrants
- [How Political Parties use Attack Ads](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-political-parties-use-attack-ads/) - With a federal election on the horizon, political parties are releasing new advertising campaigns to sway Canadian voters in their favour. Attack advertising is a popular tactic political parties use during an election campaign, according to experts like and Thomas Flanagan, professor emeritus at the University of Calgary who said “I think you'll probably see
- [TMSU Investigating ‘Very Serious Complaints’ with General Election Causing a Delay in Results](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-investigating-very-serious-complaints-with-general-election-causing-a-delay-in-results/) - Lawyers, school administrators and “possibly” the Toronto police are involved, according to the students’ union
- [The Resurgence of Canadian Pride](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-resurgence-of-canadian-pride/) - Trump’s continued threats against Canada have triggered a wave of nationalism among Canadians
- [How the Liberals Tackled the Housing Crisis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-the-liberals-tackled-the-housing-crisis/) - Experts explain what Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has done to help Canadians with affordable housing, and how effective it’s been
- [Measles Outbreak in Ontario Sparks Urgent Calls for Vaccination](https://ontherecordnews.ca/measles-outbreak-in-ontario-sparks-urgent-calls-for-vaccination/) - Health experts urge Ontarians to check vaccination status as measles cases rise to 350, with over 96% of cases among the unvaccinated
- [Canada’s Next PM Will Need to Be ‘Creative’ to Meet Climate Targets, Experts Say](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-next-pm-will-need-to-be-creative-to-meet-climate-targets-experts-say/) - A growing push to roll back climate policies is influencing campaigns, and progress, ahead of the next federal election.
- [47 Years of Marching for Women’s Rights](https://ontherecordnews.ca/47-years-of-marching-for-womens-rights/) - Thousands gathered on Saturday for International Women’s Day
- [TMUVotes Provincial Election Coverage](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmuvotes-provincial-election-coverage/) - Our joint LIVE coverage of the 2025 Ontario provincial election with the team at OTR, JRN314 and RTA
- [TMU Bold Men’s Hockey Team Advances to OUA Queen’s Cup Championship](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-mens-hockey-team-advances-to-oua-queens-cup-championship/) - A year after a heartbreaking loss against UQTR, all eyes will be on Saturday’s showdown against Concordia
- [<i>OTR</i> News: March 13 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-march-13-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [TMSU Elections Postponed](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-elections-postponed/) - Voting was supposed to begin today
- [KHE and RCC Pedestrian Bridge Closure](https://ontherecordnews.ca/khe-and-rcc-pedestrian-bridge-closure/) - The bridge connecting Kerr Hall East and The Rogers Communications Centre is temporarily closed
- [Toronto Passes Two Acts Underlining Canada's Independence](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-passes-two-acts-underlining-canadas-independence/) - How city council is using proposed tariffs to launch Buy Canada campaign
- [Candidates Join Transit Groups Rally](https://ontherecordnews.ca/candidates-join-transit-groups-rally/) - Participants gathered in bitterly cold weather at the corner of Yonge and Eglinton to demand accountability on why LRT projects have not opened yet
- [Your Guide to Voting as an Out-Of-Province Student](https://ontherecordnews.ca/your-guide-to-voting-as-an-out-of-province-student/) - How to vote in the provincial election as an out-of-province student studying in Ontario
- [TMSU General Elections Nomination Period Closes Friday](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmsu-general-elections-nomination-period-closes-friday/) - The Students’ Union hasn’t posted about nominations on social media, despite its own by-laws saying it must
- [Toronto's Development Boom: Where the City Grew in 2024](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-development-boom-where-the-city-grew-in-2024/) - The city’s landscape shifted last year amid rising interest rates, new rental incentives, and a growing focus on mid-density housing
- [TMU’s International Admissions Cut in Half Since 2020](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-international-admissions-cut-in-half-since-2020/) - Despite the drop in admissions, President Lachemi says TMU is less at risk for budget cuts due to already low international student enrolment
- [From Toronto to Nashville, Fans Boo National Anthems](https://ontherecordnews.ca/from-toronto-to-nashville-fans-boo-national-anthems/) - The trend of booing national anthems at sporting events sparks conversations about whether it’s an outdated tradition
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Feb. 14 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-feb-14-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [Where Ontario’s Major Party Leaders Stand on Student Issues One Week Into Campaigning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/where-ontarios-major-party-leaders-stand-on-student-issues-one-week-into-campaigning/) - Both the Liberal Party and NDP sent their leaders to TMU this week, while OTR caught up with the Green Party leader
- [Ontario Gov’t Announces New $1.4 Billion Investment in Primary Health-Care Expansion](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-govt-announces-new-1-4-billion-investment-in-primary-health-care-expansion/) - New funds announced 2 days before Ford is expected to call for a election
- [Norovirus at TMU: Can we Prevent an Outbreak?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/norovirus-at-tmu-can-we-prevent-an-outbreak/) - After winter break students return to campus only to face a rise in province-wide norovirus cases
- [Impact is Mixed Halfway Through Federal Tax Holiday](https://ontherecordnews.ca/impact-is-mixed-halfway-through-federal-tax-holiday/) - Businesses report frustration while consumers remain largely unaffected by the short-term tax relief
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Jan. 30 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-jan-30-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with a sports roundup, and entertainment package and the weather
- [‘We’ve Let Ourselves Down’: Bold Fall Short to Ravens in Winter Homecoming Game](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weve-let-ourselves-down-bold-fall-short-to-ravens-in-winter-homecoming-game/) - The “winter whiteout” themed event wasn’t the only thing bringing cold to hockey this week, as a flu bug made its rounds
- [City Taking Applications For the PollinateTO Grant Program](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-taking-applications-for-the-pollinateto-grant-program/) - The city offers grants of up to $5,000 for the creation of pollinator gardens
- [Ontario’s move to block municipal ranked ballots is ‘provincial interference’: critics](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontarios-move-to-block-municipal-ranked-ballots-is-provincial-interference-critics/) - Retiring first-past-the-post supported by mayor, councillors, activists
- [Toronto Moves to Update Relationship Frameworks to Include Gender-inclusive Language](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-moves-to-update-relationship-frameworks-to-include-gender-inclusive-language/) - Advisory committee motion brings city one step closer to using gender-neutral language in all relationship frameworks
- [Closure of Victoria Street Safe Consumption Site Sparks Mixed Reaction Among TMU Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/closure-of-victoria-street-safe-consumption-site-sparks-mixed-reaction-among-tmu-students/) - The safe consumption site beside TMU is set to close, and students are not entirely sure how to feel about it
- [OTR News: Dec. 1 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-dec-1-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E9 - Ontario Uploads Gardiner & DVP, Semester in Review, and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e9-ontario-uploads-gardiner-dvp-semester-in-review-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Ontario’s 'Ag-Gag' Laws Challenged in Court Battle Led by Protestors](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontarios-ag-gag-laws-challenged-in-court-battle-led-by-protestors/) - Animal rights activists demand freedom of expression and animal protection in court
- [91% of Canadian Nursing Students Believe there’s a Gap in Education on Medical and Recreational Cannabis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/91-of-canadian-nursing-students-believe-theres-a-gap-in-education-on-medical-and-recreational-cannabis/) - Students are supplementing their formal education on the drug through friends, family, and dispensaries
- [A Conversation with TMU Men’s Basketball Recruit Jahcobi Neath](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-conversation-with-tmu-mens-basketball-recruit-jahcobi-neath/) - Neath transferred to TMU after spending four seasons in the NCAA
- [October TMU Security Alert Based on Unevidenced Claim of “Global Day of Jihad”](https://ontherecordnews.ca/october-tmu-security-alert-based-on-unevidenced-claim-of-global-day-of-jihad/) - Mistranslated call for protests was transformed into misinformation amplified by right-wing news sources
- [OTR News: Nov. 3 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-3-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E6 - Campus Alert Investigation, Toronto Public Library cyberattack, and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e6-campus-alert-investigation-toronto-public-library-cyberattack-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [MAC Confirmed as PWHL Toronto’s Home Rink](https://ontherecordnews.ca/mac-confirmed-as-pwhl-torontos-home-rink/) - Toronto’s yet-to-be-named professional women’s hockey team joins TMU Bold hockey teams in using historic rink as home base
- [Toronto Public Libraries Hit Hard by Cybersecurity Incident](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-public-libraries-hit-hard-by-cybersecurity-incident/) - For almost a week now, the libraries have been suffering from a lack of online resources due to a cybersecurity incident.
- [TMU Student Publications Examine Potential AI Usage](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-student-publications-examine-potential-ai-usage/) - As artificial intelligence usage becomes more prevalent, student publications are grappling with its potential journalistic consequences
- [City of Toronto Plans to Build An Affordable Housing Unit on Sherbourne Street](https://ontherecordnews.ca/city-of-toronto-plans-to-build-an-affordable-housing-unit-on-sherbourne-street/) - “If students are looking to live and study downtown, we are absorbing huge rental rates that the common student cannot afford”
- [Quebec Tuition Hikes will also Impact Some Graduate Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/quebec-tuition-hikes-will-also-impact-some-graduate-students/) - MBA and Engineering applicants are among the graduate students likely to be impacted by Quebec’s tuition hikes.
- [They Need Horses, Don’t They?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/they-need-horses-dont-they/) - A lack of funds and access to horses are barriers for TMU’s equestrian club
- [Photo exhibition marks start of Holocaust Education Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/photo-exhibition-marks-start-of-holocaust-education-week/) - Nov. 6-9 is dedicated to learning about and from the Holocaust
- [TMU and TMSU Face $15 Million Lawsuit for Alleged Antisemitism on Campus](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-and-tmsu-face-15-million-lawsuit-for-alleged-antisemitism-on-campus/) - TMU is one of four Canadian universities currently facing class action lawsuits following the escalation of the Israel-Palestine conflict
- [$1K Raised in Chili Sales for TMU’s United Way Campaign ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/1k-raised-in-chili-sales-for-tmus-united-way-campaign/) - Chillin' on Gould made its return after a long hiatus
- [Tinder’s New Feature Lets Friends, Family Play Matchmaker](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tinders-new-feature-lets-friends-family-play-matchmaker/) - Launched this month, Tinder Matchmaker allows friends and family to recommend matches without a Tinder account.
- [OTR News: Nov. 10 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-10-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E7 - Salary Transparency in Ontario, Economic Update, and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e7-salary-transparency-in-ontario-economic-update-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Former Ambassador says Netanyahu Government led to Current Crisis](https://ontherecordnews.ca/former-ambassador-says-netanyahu-government-led-to-current-crisis/) - Jon Allen was Canada’s ambassador to Israel from 2006 to 2010
- [TMU Hires Retired Judge to Review Law School Open Letter](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-hires-retired-judge-to-review-law-school-open-letter/) - Meanwhile, members of the legal community sign open letter supporting students, free speech
- [OTR News: Nov. 17 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-nov-17-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E8 - Tackling Food Insecurity in Canada, Plant-Based Salmon, and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e8-tackling-food-insecurity-in-canada-plant-based-salmon-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [TMU’s UNICEF Canada Club Holds First Book Drive to Raise Money for Children in Need](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-unicef-canada-club-holds-first-book-drive-to-raise-money-for-children-in-need/) - The club raised over $200 in sales of second-hand books
- [TMU Hosts Trans Day of Remembrance ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-hosts-trans-day-of-remembrance/) - Dozens of community members came together to commemorate, celebrate trans lives
- [New Tim Hortons Holiday Smile Cookie Program Supports Local Toronto Charities ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-tim-hortons-holiday-smile-cookie-program-supports-local-toronto-charities/) - The fundraising campaign ran from Nov. 13-19 The fundraising campaign ran from Nov. 13 to Nov. 19
- [Food Delivery vs Pedestrians: Who Are Annex Sidewalks For?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/food-delivery-vs-pedestrians-who-are-annex-sidewalks-for/) - Residents say food delivery services cause sidewalk safety concerns while food delivery people say that downtown traffic and construction causes road safety issues.
- [A Recap of TMSU’s Byelection Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-recap-of-tmsus-byelection-week/) - The TMSU has announced its newly elected leadership, amidst misconduct accusations towards one presidential candidate and former union executive
- [Team Media beats Team Sport in Charity Basketball Game for MLSE Foundation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/team-media-beats-team-sport-in-charity-basketball-game-for-mlse-foundation/) - Neck and neck game ends in overtime with a surprise underdog victory
- [Former Student Files $300k Lawsuit Against TMU Law School](https://ontherecordnews.ca/former-student-files-300k-lawsuit-against-tmu-law-school/) - Ish Aderonmu alleges that the school failed to follow through on financial promises; the university denies wrongdoing.
- [Live Journalism is an Opportunity to Rethink Traditional Journalistic Ethics](https://ontherecordnews.ca/live-journalism-is-an-opportunity-to-rethink-traditional-journalistic-ethics/) - Panellists at an event for the International Live Journalism Festival explained how live journalism emphasizes accountability
- [Pharmacists in Ontario can now treat acne, yeast infections, and canker sores](https://ontherecordnews.ca/pharmacists-in-ontario-can-now-treat-acne-yeast-infections-and-canker-sores/) - Pharmacies can prescribe medication to treat six more conditions.
- [TMU Bold Introduces New Varsity Club Classification](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-introduces-new-varsity-club-classification/) - What does this mean for the athletes involved?
- [Ready Player One: TMU Hosts Queer Game Building Event](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ready-player-one-tmu-hosts-queer-game-building-event/) - The first event took place Oct. 3, and a second session is planned for Oct. 17
- [Chef Fadi Kattan Talks Survival Through Cuisine at 2023 Toronto Palestine Film Festival](https://ontherecordnews.ca/chef-fadi-kattan-talks-survival-through-cuisine-at-2023-toronto-palestine-film-festival/) - Like cuisine, survival is passed down from one generation to another
- [Can New Rules Help U Sports Compete?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/can-new-rules-help-u-sports-compete/) - Changes to scholarship eligibility seek to level the playing field
- [OTR News: Oct. 6 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-6-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E3 - Minimum Wage Increase, Pharmacist Expansion and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e3-minimum-wage-increase-pharmacist-expansion-and-more/) - Minimum Wage Increase, Pharmacist Expansion and more
- [TMU STEM Professors and Alumni Address Lack of Women in Colour in STEM Programs](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-stem-professors-and-alumni-address-lack-of-women-in-colour-in-stem-programs/) - TMU’s Faculty of Engineering and Architecture Science and Faculty of Science host their first-ever event, Adjusting the Variables: Writing the New Formula for Women in STEM
- [TMU Bold Men's Hockey Team Secures 3-1 Win over Lancers in Home Opener](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-mens-hockey-team-secures-3-1-win-over-lancers-in-home-opener/) - Leadership group provides the offensive firepower to put Bold on top
- [Toronto’s Armenian Community Grieves after Ethnic Cleansing](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-armenian-community-grieves-after-ethnic-cleansing/) - “Our future looks pretty bleak,” said one Armenian-Canadian student.
- [Toronto Catholics Feel Pope’s Stance on Same-Sex Blessings Has Little Effect](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-catholics-feel-popes-stance-on-same-sex-blessings-has-little-effect/) - Queer Catholics left wanting more from the vague response
- [Weight Training Is a Success at TMU With Program Designed for Women](https://ontherecordnews.ca/weight-training-is-a-success-at-tmu-with-program-designed-for-women/) - The RAC Program Women On Weights on will be continuing in November
- [DocuSignature Phishing Email Causes Mass Concern ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/docusignature-phishing-email-causes-mass-concern/) - As part of the university’s Cybersecurity Awareness Month campaign last week, TMU’s IT Services sent out a phishing email to staff
- [TMU Workshop Reveals Instructors are Divided on the Benefits of AI in the Classroom](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-workshop-reveals-instructors-are-divided-on-the-benefits-of-ai-in-the-classroom/) - A year since the launch of ChatGPT, AI is becoming a bigger problem in some disciplines and classrooms than others.
- [TMU Professor: Alliances between Non-Democracies Aren’t Possible](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-professor-alliances-between-non-democracies-arent-possible/) - Prof. of Global Peace and Security Studies at TMU said more Asian countries setting democratic governance would help achieve global stability.
- [OTR News: Oct. 20 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-20-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E4 - Inflation in Canada, Tackling Homelessness and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e4-inflation-in-canada-tackling-homelessness-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [TMU’s Academic Accommodation Support Announces the expansion of Its Student Advisory Committee](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-academic-accommodation-support-announces-the-expansion-of-its-student-advisory-committee/) - After unexpectedly receiving hundreds of applications the Student Advisory Committee wants to give a voice to everyone who has applied
- [TMU’s Free Store Holding a Donation Drive](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-free-store-holding-a-donation-drive/) - Community encouraged to bring in reduce waste by bringing in gently used home goods
- [University Campuses Respond to Conflict in Israel and Palestine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/university-campuses-respond-to-conflict-in-israel-and-palestine/) - Rate of reported hate crimes in Toronto has tripled since the decades-long conflict intensified on Oct. 7: Toronto Police Services
- [TMU Law School Denounces Open Letter from Students Criticizing School’s “Neutral Position” on Israel-Palestine Conflict](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-law-school-condemns-the-sentiments-of-an-open-letter-from-students-criticizing-schools-neutral-position-on-israel-palestine-conflict/) - TMU’s Lincoln Alexander School of Law says it did not “endorse or condone” a since removed open letter from students.
- [TMU Graduates in the Limelight at Toronto Fringe’s Next Stage ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-graduates-in-the-limelight-at-toronto-fringes-next-stage/) - Opportunities from TMU’s School of Performance integral in helming 'ECHO' and 'POOL PARTY'
- [TMU Library Holds First Pink Libraries Tour](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-library-holds-first-pink-libraries-tour/) - The tour highlighted the 2SLGBTQ+ materials available to the TMU community.
- [OTR News: Oct. 27 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-oct-27-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E5 - Student Panel on AI, Sustainable Artist at TMU, and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e5-student-panel-on-ai-sustainable-artist-at-tmu-and-more/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [TMU’s Concrete Canoe Club Floats Big Ideas for Annual Competition](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-concrete-canoe-club-floats-big-ideas-for-annual-competition/) - Getting a podium spot will require creativity in the building (and smashing) of canoes
- [TMU Men's Soccer Team Resumes Play Amidst Investigation](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-mens-soccer-team-resumes-play-amidst-investigation/) - The Bold beat the Lakers while the team is under scrutiny for ‘concerning behaviour’
- [TIFF 2023 Still Attracting Crowds During Hollywood Strikes](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiff-2023-still-attracting-crowds-during-hollywood-strikes/) - The extra red carpet space gives stars an opportunity to speak on industry issues
- [Increase in University Fees During a Housing Crisis Causes Concern for International Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/increase-in-university-fees-during-a-housing-crisis-causes-concern-for-international-students/) - With the cost of living skyrocketing in the GTA, international students are now looking further to find housing
- [Canada’s First-Ever WNBA-Themed Court is a Stepping Stone for Women’s Basketball](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-first-ever-wnba-themed-court-is-a-stepping-stone-for-womens-basketball/) - The court opened at Joel Weeks Park in Toronto on Saturday
- [A Loud No: TMSU Hosts Empowerment Self-Defence Workshop](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-loud-no-tmsu-hosts-empowerment-self-defence-workshop/) - Centre for Safer Sex and Sexual Violence Support, in partnership with Nellies, is reimagining what self-defence workshops look like on campus
- [A Conversation with TIFF Director D. W. Waterson](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-conversation-with-tiff-director-d-w-waterson/) - Canadian director talks about TIFF, their new cheerleading film, and their time at TMU
- [Flu Forecast: What Another Toronto Winter With the Pandemic May Look Like](https://ontherecordnews.ca/flu-forecast-what-another-winter-with-the-pandemic-may-look-like/) - Taking precautionary measures against COVID-19 still necessary, experts say
- [GTA Community Organizations Rally Behind Morocco as Search Efforts Continue](https://ontherecordnews.ca/gta-community-organizations-rally-behind-morocco-as-search-efforts-continue/) - “It's unbelievable. I never thought that we had that much love around us”: Moroccan Association of Toronto president
- [Academic Accommodation Support Launches Its First Student Advisory Committee](https://ontherecordnews.ca/academic-accommodation-support-launches-its-first-student-advisory-committee/) - AAS Students are joining forces to take matters into their own hands
- [TMU Continuing to Invest in Fossil Fuels Amidst Global Protests](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-continuing-to-invest-in-fossil-fuels-amidst-global-protests/) - Considering how TMU is handling divestment as worldwide Friday for Future Strikes kick off
- [‘Our Culture Is As Strong As Any War Tank’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/our-culture-is-as-strong-as-any-war-tank/) - The Ukrainian Festival returns to Bloor West Village this week
- [New TMU Medical School to Make Inclusion a Top Priority](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-tmu-medical-school-to-make-inclusion-a-top-priority/) - “We are trying to bake in equity and inclusion into our structures”: founding dean Teresa Chan
- [Narcan Kits Now Available in TTC Subway Stations to Address Overdoses](https://ontherecordnews.ca/narcan-kits-now-available-in-ttc-subway-stations-to-address-overdoses/) - News follows a recent spike in opioid overdose deaths in the city
- [Nuit Blanche Installation is a Call For Action Against Urban Development](https://ontherecordnews.ca/nuit-blanche-installation-is-a-call-for-action-against-urban-development/) - 71-year-old Anishinaabe artist Bonnie Devine's piece to address the environmental impacts of urban development and displacement in the city
- [Toronto Met Formula Racing Gears up for Another Electric Year](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-met-formula-racing-gears-up-for-another-electric-year/) - Getting the greenlight to race in competition will require a bigger engineering team
- [Toronto Selects Larocque Second Overall in PWHL’s Inaugural Draft](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-selects-larocque-second-overall-in-pwhls-inaugural-draft/) - Defenseman Jocelyne Larocque excited to start the next chapter of her career with Toronto PWHL Franchise
- [Bedbugs Reported at Ted Rogers School of Management](https://ontherecordnews.ca/bedbugs-reported-at-ted-rogers-school-of-management/) - The university is investigating bedbug sightings at Ted Rogers after a Reddit user shared alarming images
- [Anti-2SLGBTQ+ Education Protest Outnumbered by Queer Ally Counter-Protest](https://ontherecordnews.ca/anti-lgbt-education-protest-outnumbered-by-queer-ally-counter-protest/) - Approximately 1,000 people gathered at Queen’s Park Wednesday
- [Liberal Leadership Candidates on Ford: “Bring Him Down”](https://ontherecordnews.ca/liberal-leadership-candidates-on-ford-bring-him-down/) - Candidates vying for liberal leadership shift fight from each other to the premier
- [Arriving Soon: Cell Service for All TTC Subway Riders](https://ontherecordnews.ca/arriving-soon-cell-service-for-all-ttc-subway-riders/) - Not all students agree that the increased service will signal a shift in subway safety
- [TMU Set to Launch New Guidelines on Generative AI as Students, Faculty Seek Clarity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-set-to-launch-new-guidelines-on-generative-ai-as-students-faculty-seek-clarity/) - New guidelines on won't provide hard-and-fast rules on the use of AI at TMU
- [Safe Haven for Toronto Sex Workers Forced to Close Down Due to Fire  ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/safe-haven-for-toronto-sex-workers-forced-to-close-down-due-to-fire/) - Maggie’s community is focusing on rebuilding.
- [OTR News: Sept. 22 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-22-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [Smoking Out the Competition: How Toronto Dispensaries Must Raise the Bar to Survive](https://ontherecordnews.ca/smoking-out-the-competition-how-toronto-dispensaries-must-raise-the-bar-to-survive/) - In an over-saturated marijuana market, retailers must step up their game to profit
- [TMU Exhibit explains Science Behind Cree Hide Tanning](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-exhibit-explains-science-behind-cree-hide-tanning/) - Caleb Wesley said he wants “to bring both science literacy and Indigenous education together”
- [On The Record - S5E1 - New WNBA court, Protests & Counter-Protests and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e1-new-wnba-court-protests-counter-protests-and-more/) - TMU held a referendum to increase fees for student well-being services. We hear that story, and sit down with a student to hear about her personal experiences with health issues on campus.
- [A Conversation with Comedian Michelle Forrester](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-conversation-with-comedian-michelle-forrester/) - New Faces of Canada comic shares her approach to comedy and her MFA at TMU
- [Frankie B. Bold: TMU Unveils New Mascot at Homecoming](https://ontherecordnews.ca/frankie-b-bold-tmu-unveils-new-mascot-at-homecoming/) - The falcon mascot made their debut at the men’s homecoming hockey game Friday night
- [$100,000 Grant Launched for International Students at TMU](https://ontherecordnews.ca/100000-grant-launched-for-international-students-at-tmu/) - “This will help them alleviate some financial burdens,” president Lachemi.
- [TTC Board Hears New Proposals for Safety, Social Initiatives](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ttc-board-hears-new-proposals-for-safety-social-initiatives/) - Community members remain unsure if more frontline workers will improve their experiences
- [More than 30 Stores Taking Part in Eaton Centre Job Fair ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/more-than-30-stores-taking-part-in-eaton-centre-job-fair-on-thursday-sept-28th/) - The Eaton Centre will host its third annual job fair with dozens of participating retailers in the fashion, cosmetics, and tech space.
- [TMU’S LGBTQ2S+ Alum Find Solidarity in Each Other Despite the Anti-Queer Protests in Toronto ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-lgbtq2s-alum-find-solidarity-in-each-other-despite-the-anti-queer-protests-in-toronto/) - ‘Out at Constantine’ hosts its third annual get-together for the TMU LGBTQ2S+ community.
- [A Year After TMU’s Unsuccessful Campaign to Upcycle Ryerson Merch, Some Students Still Choose to Wear It](https://ontherecordnews.ca/after-unsuccessful-tmu-campaign-to-upcycle-ryerson-merch-some-students-still-choose-to-wear-it/) - TMU’s Branded Materials Transition Project tried to help students shed Ryerson merch but some are still seeking it out.
- [Lots of Potatoes, Not a Lot of Students: TMU Urban Farm’s Harvest](https://ontherecordnews.ca/lots-of-potatoes-not-a-lot-of-students-tmu-urban-farms-harvest/) - TMU Urban Farm’s workshop was able to harvest 200 pounds of potatoes
- [“Better Bathrooms” Campaign Wants to Flush Fear](https://ontherecordnews.ca/better-bathrooms-campaign-wants-to-flush-fear/) - Toilet jokes belie a serious effort to improve safety and accessibility
- [OTR News: Sept. 29 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-29-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with upcoming events on campus.
- [On The Record - S5E2 - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, International Live Journalism Festival and more](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s5e2-national-day-for-truth-and-reconciliation-international-live-journalism-festival-and-more/) - National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, International Live Journalism Festival and more
- [Author Jennilee Austria-Bonifacio uses her Writing to Reflect on her Filipino-Canadian Community](https://ontherecordnews.ca/author-jennilee-austria-bonifacio-uses-her-writing-to-reflect-on-her-filipino-canadian-community/) - The Toronto-based writer talks about how her community work influenced her debut novel, Reuniting with Strangers
- [Connection Fair to Commence TMU's Wellbeing Week](https://ontherecordnews.ca/connection-fair-to-commence-tmus-wellbeing-week/) - Organizers hope the event will help students learn more about the resources available to them
- [New Semester, New TTC? New Data May be Key to a Smoother Ride for Students](https://ontherecordnews.ca/new-semester-new-ttc-new-data-may-be-key-to-a-smoother-ride-for-students/) - Communicating detours is the focus of the latest update on the Transit app that many TTC users rely on to get around the city, including TMU students. The transit app is created and maintained by a Montreal company, but it uses on data provided by local transit authorities, like the TTC. Delays and detours are
- [TMU Bold Men’s Hockey to face Rivals Brock Badgers at Homecoming](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-bold-mens-hockey-to-face-rivals-brock-badgers-at-homecoming/) - Hockey season is back at the MAC, with TMU Bold looking to hold onto their winning streak against Brock
- [Toronto’s Revue Cinema to Remain Open After Reaching New Lease Agreements With Landlords](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-revue-cinema-to-remain-open-after-reaching-new-lease-agreements-with-landlords/) - After a months-long landlord standoff threatened closure, the historic Toronto theatre resolves its lease dispute
- [Peter Nygård Sentenced for Sexual Assaults](https://ontherecordnews.ca/peter-nygard-sentenced-for-sexual-assaults/) - Former fashion mogul sentenced to 11 years in prison after being found guilty of 4 counts of sexual assault
- [TMU Pivots Towards AI Jobs](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-pivots-towards-ai-jobs/) - Toronto's growing AI industry is transforming student career paths and reshaping educational approaches.
- [Western Pauses New Protest Policy](https://ontherecordnews.ca/western-pauses-new-protest-policy/) - Listen to the whole story here: The new campus protest policy for Western University went into effect just before the beginning of the fall semester, and in response to student complaints, the university hit pause on implementing the new policy this week. The new policy would have required student groups to get permission from Campus
- [TMTC Returns with Brand New Executive Team for Tenth Anniversary](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmtc-returns-with-brand-new-executive-team-for-tenth-anniversary/) - For the first time in six years, a female lead will hit the stage with this year's production of Freaky Friday
- [TMU Alumnus Shocked When Asked to Spit in Cup by Tim Hortons Employee](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-alumnus-shocked-when-asked-to-spit-in-cup-by-tim-hortons-employee/) - Allegations arise on social media about a Tim Hortons employee asking for saliva samples.
- [On The Record - S7E1 - Imposter Syndrome](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e1-imposter-syndrome/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Lower Rates Won’t Save the Market. How Do We Fix It?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/lower-rates-wont-save-the-market-how-do-we-fix-it/) - Despite projected rate cuts throughout the remainder of the year, housing remains out of reach for most Torontonians.
- [How Are Students Navigating The Worsening Job Market?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-are-students-navigating-the-worsening-job-market/) - Ontario is facing a job crisis, and students seem to be bearing the brunt of it.
- [Brampton Councillor Pushes Back After Rent for Sex Ad Circulates Online](https://ontherecordnews.ca/brampton-councillor-pushes-back-after-rent-for-sex-ad-circulates-online/) - Brampton city council is taking steps to address landlords exploiting vulnerable international students, after a rental listing appearing to offer free housing in exchange for sexual favours circulated online, sparking backlash. “It's like they're being prostituted to get discounts on rent,” Coun. Rowena Santos said during an interview following a Brampton city council meeting on
- [Post Protests, <em>Russians at War</em> Resumes Screenings at TIFF](https://ontherecordnews.ca/post-protests-russians-at-war-resumes-screenings-at-tiff/) - Rescheduling comes after previous cancellation, protests
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Sept. 17 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-17-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week
- [Canada’s Inflation Rate Falls to Three-Year Low](https://ontherecordnews.ca/canadas-inflation-rate-falls-to-three-year-low/) - A 0.5 percentage point drop in inflation from the month prior grows recession fears as the economy slows
- [Workforce Shortages on the Horizon](https://ontherecordnews.ca/workforce-shortages-on-the-horizon/) - Fast food managers warn of staffing shortages as new government restrictions on temporary foreign workers limit hiring options.
- [Memorial Interupted: Cyclist Call For Action](https://ontherecordnews.ca/memorial-interupted-cyclist-call-for-action/) - Toronto police officer was caught on camera raising his voice and removing bikes from cyclists during a memorial ride over the weekend
- [Ontario Considers Letting Pharmacists Treat Sore Throats, Lice, Jock Itch and More](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ontario-considers-letting-pharmacists-treat-sore-throats-lice-jock-itch-and-more/) - Ontario soliciting public feedback on possibility of expanding pharmacists' scope of care until Oct. 20
- [“Chip Truck” Visits Toronto Pet Market](https://ontherecordnews.ca/chip-truck-visits-toronto-pet-market/) - Toronto Animal Services provides accessible microchipping services to pets at Riverside Dog Lovers’ Market
- [COVID-19 in 2024: Are We Still Concerned?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/covid-19-in-2024-are-we-still-concerned/) - It is now being compared to the common flu by some
- [<i>OTR</i> News: Sept. 23 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-sept-23-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with entertainment and weather.
- [TMU's First Chinese Chat Cafe](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmus-first-chinese-chat-cafe/) - Students came together Sept. 24 to help participants practice Mandarin and connect over shared cultural interests
- [Toronto’s Scorching Heat Streak Sparks Health Concerns](https://ontherecordnews.ca/torontos-scorching-heat-streak-sparks-health-concerns/) - The city's record-breaking 147-day stretch of temperatures above 8°C highlights growing public health risks
- [TMU Lecturer Delays Quitting Teaching to Address Student Activism](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tmu-lecturer-delays-quitting-teaching-to-address-student-activism/) - One of Canada’s most renowned organizers will wrap up nearly 30 years of teaching political change next year
- [No Opening Date in Sight, As Finch West LRT Construction Wraps Up](https://ontherecordnews.ca/no-opening-date-in-sight-as-finch-west-lrt-construction-wraps-up/) - All stations complete, but some users concerned about potential delays similar to the Eglinton LRT
- [On The Record - S7E3 - What does the TMSU do for you?](https://ontherecordnews.ca/on-the-record-s7e3-what-does-the-tmsu-do-for-you/) - News updates including a sports round-up and weather for the GTA.
- [Fragments of Resistance: TPFF Amplifies Palestinian Voices](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fragments-of-resistance-tpff-amplifies-palestinian-voices/) - Art, film, and culture take center stage at TPFF, offering a powerful voice for Palestinian resilience.
- [Toronto Protestors Rally In Solidarity With Lebanon and Palestine](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-protestors-rally-in-solidarity-with-lebanon-and-palestine/) - Protesters gather downtown to commemorate the anniversary of the Second Intifada following the death of Hezbollah leader Sayyed Hassan Nasrullah
- [Scarborough Park Rally Against the Closure of the Ontario Science Centre](https://ontherecordnews.ca/scarborough-park-rally-against-the-closure-of-the-ontario-science-centre/) - Following the sudden closure of the centre in June, local families and teachers voice their anger at plans to relocate the centre downtown
- [Ford’s Proposed Underground Highway Has Experts Looking For Better Transit Options](https://ontherecordnews.ca/fords-proposed-underground-highway-has-experts-looking-for-better-transit-options/) - Tunnel under Highway 401 intended to cut gridlock and commute times across the GTA, Doug Ford says
- [‘She Could Put Israel Instead’](https://ontherecordnews.ca/she-could-put-israel-instead/) - A 90-year-old Palestinian-Canadian woman was told she could not use Palestine as her place of birth on her passport.
- [‘The past Is in the Past’: Bold Lose Hockey Game, but Hoco Spirit Undimmed](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-past-is-in-the-past-bold-lose-hockey-game-but-hoco-spirit-undimmed/) - TMU cheered on its women’s hockey team until the very end, despite a 3-2 loss.
- [Who’s the New TMSU President? For Now, No One](https://ontherecordnews.ca/whos-the-new-tmsu-president-for-now-no-one/) - Team Revolt wins all remaining executive positions
- [Installing Detectors in Ontario Schools Is Not Enough to Stop Students From Vaping ](https://ontherecordnews.ca/installing-detectors-in-ontario-schools-is-not-enough-to-stop-students-from-vaping/) - It is not that difficult for students to disguise vaping at school, expert suggests.
- [International Students say New Government Policies are Pushing Them to Work Illegally](https://ontherecordnews.ca/international-students-say-new-government-policies-are-pushing-them-to-work-illegally/) - With new visa regulations coming into effect, immigrant students are looking into the world of under the table jobs
- [<i>OTR</i> News: April 12 Broadcast](https://ontherecordnews.ca/otr-news-april-12-broadcast/) - A look at the news we're following in the On The Record newsroom this week along with entertainment and weather.
- [Battling hypochondriasis during the pandemic](https://ontherecordnews.ca/battling-hypochondriasis-during-the-pandemic/) - COVID-19 triggered an intense form of anxiety in me that revolves around the fear of getting sick
- [How social media can damage your career](https://ontherecordnews.ca/how-social-media-can-damage-your-career/) - Many employers look at LinkedIn because it’s a professional networking tool.
- [Ryerson condemns engineering stunt](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-condemns-engineering-stunt/) - Premier condemns hazing rituals as dangerous
- [Ministry of Labour shuts down unpaid magazine internships](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ministry-of-labour-shuts-down-unpaid-magazine-internships/) - Journalists aspiring to work in the magazine industry are in for a halt on unpaid internships. Magazines across Ontario may soon be forced to shut down their unpaid internships indefinitely due to an Ontario Ministry of Labour “blitz” that is investigating internship employment standards. “The Ministry of Labour will be launching an enforcement blitz this spring
- [The future of fake news is liberal, Craig Silverman says](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-future-of-fake-news-is-liberal-craig-silverman-says/) - Silverman spoke at the annual Atkinson Lecture
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- [A step toward a more pedestrian Yonge Street](https://ontherecordnews.ca/a-step-toward-a-more-pedestrian-yonge-street/) - The City of Toronto unveils plans to make the iconic thoroughfare more pedestrian- and cyclist-friendly.
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- [Ryerson law professor to lead Canadian segment of international research on protection of migrants](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-law-professor-to-lead-canadian-segment-of-international-research-on-protection-of-migrants/) - Idil Atak given grant to assist in multi-university PROTECT project
- [Man with gun spotted in The Village, police say arrest has been made](https://ontherecordnews.ca/man-with-gun-spotted-in-the-village-police-say-arrest-has-been-made/) - Suspect pulled a gun on security guard, fled on bicycle A man pulled a gun on a security guard some time before 7:45 a.m. today at Church and Wellesley Streets, the Toronto Police Service said. The man then fled on a bicycle. Police later announced that the suspect had been arrested. The suspect, known only
- [TIFF fanatics adapt as the festival goes digital](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiff-fanatics-adapt-as-the-festival-goes-digital/) - For the first time in 44 years, Toronto International Film Festival moves online amid pandemic.
- [Toronto science communicator shares why younger people are taking risks during COVID-19 — and why they shouldn’t be shamed for it](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-science-communicator-shares-why-younger-people-are-taking-risks-during-covid-19-and-why-they-shouldnt-be-shamed-for-it/) - A Toronto-based science communicator took to social media to detail issues younger people are grappling with during COVID-19.
- [Ryerson’s Valorant teams put to the test as school year begins](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersons-valorant-teams-put-to-the-test-as-school-year-begins/) - Universities are beginning to solidify their esports teams for the brand new First-Person Shooter from Riot Games
- [Byelection for Toronto Centre to be held Oct. 26](https://ontherecordnews.ca/byelection-for-toronto-centre-to-be-held-oct-26/) - Marci Ien confirmed as Liberal candidate; NDP, CPC and Greens yet to field anybody in the Liberal stronghold
- [Chang School enrolment up amid COVID-19 and the school’s shift to digital](https://ontherecordnews.ca/chang-school-enrolment-up-amid-covid-19-and-the-schools-shift-to-digital/) - Fall enrolment at Ryerson’s Chang School of Continuing Studies has increased. Chang recently began offering all of its courses online this due to COVID-19.
- [Cab driver stabbing at Spadina and College caused by fare dispute: police](https://ontherecordnews.ca/cab-driver-stabbing-at-spadina-and-college-caused-by-fare-dispute-police/) - Police have arrested and charged Trevor Downey, 28, alleging he stabbed cab driver in the back over a fare dispute Thursday.
- [Residence buildings reduced to less than half capacity](https://ontherecordnews.ca/residence-buildings-reduced-to-less-than-half-capacity/) - Ryerson’s three residences follow strict COVID-19 protocols
- [Ryersonian Audio: Blue & Gold Podcast - Season 2 - Episode 1](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryersonian-audio-blue-gold-podcast-season-2-episode-1/) - In the first episode of the fall season of Blue and Gold, we catch up on all of the major stories at Ryerson from the past few weeks.
- [Ryerson library launches COVID-19 digital archive](https://ontherecordnews.ca/ryerson-library-launches-covid-19-digital-archive/) - University invites community members to submit digital content documenting the pandemic The Ryerson Library has launched a new community COVID-19 digital archive. Ryerson community members are welcome to submit content related to the pandemic, such as photographs, artwork, music, journals and posters documenting this unique time period. “We’ve received images of an altered environment, on
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- [TikTok and WeChat avoid ban by Trump administration](https://ontherecordnews.ca/tiktok-and-wechat-avoid-ban-by-trump-administration/) - Last-minute injunction prevents ban of Chinese-owned apps after they were removed from U.S. app stores yesterday
- [Toronto artists adapt to virtual music scene](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-artists-adapt-to-virtual-music-scene/) - The music industry remains one of the hardest hit sectors during COVID-19, with many artists not knowing where to turn.
- [The racist petitions targeting Pascal Siakam](https://ontherecordnews.ca/the-racist-petitions-targeting-pascal-siakam/) - The Toronto Raptors all-star forward faced racist backlash after the team lost in playoffs
- [Man wanted for alleged arson in Sunday fire at Front and George](https://ontherecordnews.ca/man-wanted-for-alleged-arson-in-sunday-fire-at-front-and-george/) - Jahmal Hinds sought in connection with fire started in building stairwell The Toronto Police Service is seeking a man wanted in connection with an alleged Sunday arson at Front Street and George Street East. Jahmal Hinds, 35, is alleged to have started a fire in the stairwell of a building in the area around 6:30
- [Toronto Christmas Market cancelled due to fears of COVID-19](https://ontherecordnews.ca/toronto-christmas-market-cancelled-due-to-fears-of-covid-19/) - Mayor Tory says other cancellations will likely follow The 2020 Toronto Christmas Market has been cancelled as fears of a second wave of COVID-19 take hold, organizers confirmed Monday. “The health and well-being of our patrons is of the utmost importance,” the market organizers said in a statement. “Given the pandemic and the number of
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