Wheat Kings
It’s been a tough few days for everyone in our country, and it has been even tougher for those in the hockey family. There is a collective feeling of heartbreak in our country because of the cultural value hockey has … Continue reading Wheat Kings
An Open Letter to MLSE
Dear MLSE, Having just purchased the Toronto Argonauts at possibly the height of their popularity in recent memory, you find yourselves in a peculiar position. The CFL had a great year in terms of its “Diversity is Strength” campaign, which … Continue reading An Open Letter to MLSE
Lavar Ball: Unjustified Judgement as a Black Father
“I mean honestly he just seems like a proud black dad to me” were the words spoken by Seattle Seahawks defensive back Richard Sherman during a statement made on the Players Tribune. Sherman is part of the minority of people … Continue reading Lavar Ball: Unjustified Judgement as a Black Father
Gord Downie – Canada’s Storyteller
Prime Minister Justin Trudeau described Gord Downie’s love for Canada, “He loved every hidden corner, every story”. We as Canadians struggle to find our identity. We often view our own history as mundane. Our stability as a country is almost … Continue reading Gord Downie – Canada’s Storyteller
What “Taking a Picture” Means to Me.
To many, photography is just the simple act of taking a picture, capturing a moment. I can just simply whip out my smartphone, pull up the camera app, and snap a picture. Done, finito, nothing more. That’s usually what a … Continue reading What “Taking a Picture” Means to Me.
A Month in Hell
I didn’t know this day would come so soon. I’m finally walking away from the game I love so much. When I committed to Ryerson I never thought I would be on the varsity team for just half a semester. … Continue reading A Month in Hell
Coach Cal and the One and Done
NBA Commissioner Adam Silver has been critical of the “one and done” rule in the NBA’s draft. Last night, history was made as the first 7 selections of the NBA Draft were “one and dones”. For those who are unaware, … Continue reading Coach Cal and the One and Done
Album Review – “Ctrl” by SZA
It’s actually a little hard to believe Ctrl – the first full-length from R&B songstress SZA – is finally available. After a trio of releases between 2012 and 2014, See.SZA.Run, S, and Z, her follow-up was consistently delayed. The reason … Continue reading Album Review – “Ctrl” by SZA
Anticipated Albums of Summer 2017
Summer is less than a month away, but around this time of year a month can feel like a year. Students return to their summer jobs, non-students are still at their jobs, and the weather in Toronto feels more like … Continue reading Anticipated Albums of Summer 2017
How Instagram is Influencing Girls’ Fitness Goals
Girls are into heavy weights and protein shakes, find out why. Continue reading How Instagram is Influencing Girls’ Fitness Goals
