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Behind one’s sanity: breaking down barriers & exposing the stigma

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Written by Suranika Dias   
Sunday, 05 October 2008 19:00

 Mental disorders are clinically significant conditions characterized by altered thoughts, emotions or behaviour with associated distress or impaired functioning. In every country there is a hidden or unhidden stigma about mental illness that makes people reluctant to admit that they have mental health issues. Look behind the stigma, uncover the truth about mental health disorders and find out what you can do to raise awareness.

 

The Mistake by the Bay: How Iqaluit is kept afloat by endless federal cash

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Written by Kris Millett   
Tuesday, 02 September 2008 19:00

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For years, federal cash has supported a vision for Iqaluit which includes residential schools, new laws, non-traditional foods, alcohol, roads, mineral exploration and the destruction of ecosystems. Kris Millett offers perspective on what a more sustainable option would look like.

 

How Corrupt Regimes Use Democracy as a Survival Tool

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Written by Kendall R. Giberson   
Tuesday, 02 September 2008 19:00
 
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In light of the aftermath of the recent electoral debaucle in Zimbabwe, Kendall Giberson takes a look at how dictatorial regimes around the world manipulate the sytem in order to ensure their own survival. If you thought that the events in Florida during the 2000 Presidential election were questionable, you have to check this out!

 

 

The Prime Minister's Official Apology

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Written by Kendall R. Giberson   
Monday, 30 June 2008 19:00

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper has delivered his Official Apology to Canada's First Nations over the defunct Residential Schools system. Now, concrete steps must be taken to show the government's apology is sincere.

 

Ten million died but not one shall be forgotten

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Written by Adriana Willson   
Monday, 30 June 2008 19:00

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Ukraine’s President Victor Yushchenko’s visit to Canada focuses on the horror of the past and a hope for the future. The Orange Revolution President asks Canada to recognize Ukraine’s 1932-33 famine as genocide.

 
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