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Police investigate the murder of Amon Beckles outside the Seventh Day Adventist Church in Rexdale. Beckles is the 48th gun victim in Toronto this year. Funeral shooting sparks outrage

For Youth Initiative. "They didn't to Hemmings' death. Crime Stoppers or the police." Prime Minister bother anybody." A community pastor said he Beckles and his family fre- Over 300 people were inside advised Beckles' family that the quented Bowen 's church on announces gun the Seventh Day Adventist young man should not attend Dixon Road for nearly a decade, Church near Martin Grove Road Hemmings' fijneral. and Bowen spoke highly of the summit in T.O. and Albion Road when shots "There were things he said, boy he said was a role model to were heard coming from just out- while he did not give einy reasons his younger siblings. by nick kyonka side the church's door. As fright- for his fear, he had a profound "He had played intensely in NEWS REPORTER ened mourners ducked under fear that they were coming after one of our basketball programs for cover, Beckles lay out- him," said Pastor Allan of up to year, a year a half Prime Minister Paul Martin has pews Bowen a and side struggling with his last the Abundant Life Assembly. "You ago," Bowen seiid. "He was a promised to meet with Toronto breath. put those burdens on a young 18- good-looking little lad who was community leaders in a summit to Beckles, 18, reportedly left the year-old and then his last eight to very friendly, well-liked by peers discuss the city's gun violence, service for a cigarette £ind was 10 days on this earth were pure £ind community caregivers. He according to the CBC website. .ishlcy house outside the church when he was hell. was very respectful of his mother Yesterday's statement from the Pastor Allan Bowen approached by a man armed with "He had agreed not to come to and grandparents." prime minister comes after the

a semi-automatic gun. Beckles' the funeral ... He had agreed to most shocking of gun murders this gunned down two weeks before. best friend Hemmings was some community friends, he had year - the killing of Amon Beckles "They were good people and basically it," said Kayla gunned down in an Eglinton agreed to his parents, but he on the stejjs of a Rexdale church at that's the Avenue West parking lot Nov. 9. showed up. Anyone who knows a fioneral for his friend Jamal Charles, 14, who knew boys Police said Beckles was a witness why he went owes it to him to tell Michael Hemmings, who was from a community group called November 24, 2005 news ^

The Liberal government offered survivors of abuse at native residential schools up to $30,000 each in a $1.9-billion compensation package announced yesterday. Tribute honours Rees by sunil angrish for his family in his honour," said "ITie whole night was positive," NEWS REPORTER Tina Antunes, learning support said Kristyna MacDonald, appren- officer for Applied Technology. ticeship liason for Applied Over $18,000 has been raised "We felt helpless and wanted to Technology. "ITie entire depait- for an education trust I'luid for the channel our grief." ment caine together to put the children of a Humber professor Guests paid $50 to attend tlie event on. Eveiybody contributed who died suddenly this past sum- dinner, which raised over $11,000 in one way or anotliei-." mer. and featured a silent auction as Donations and support came Mike Rees, 42, passed away July well as a donation box. from the entire Humber communi-

25 after a short battle with cancer. "We were all dreading the ty. Colleagues from Geoi^e Brown Rees was tlie prograni co-ORlina- event," said Craig Trinner, progiBm College and Durham College par- tor for the iilectiical Apprenticeship co-ordinator for the Electrical ticipated in the auction. progi-ani at Humber and had been Engineering Technology progi-am. Antunes added that Humber employed by tlie college since "We're all .still in mourning here." College President Robert Gordon 1991. Trinner credited the staff in tlie covered tlie cost of the dinner at One hundred colleagues and apprenticeship department for tlie Humber Room. friends gathered in the Humber spearheading the effort. Over the last month $7,000 Room on tlie night of VVednesday, "It's amazing the way they had been raised prior to the dinner Nov. 16 to dine and bid in a .silent pulled together," he said. "They're Rees is survived by his wife, auction. a group of people who take Marta, and his two daughters, Colleagues and friends of Mike Rees, a Humber program co-ordi- "We wanted to do something action." Amanda, three, and Christine, 12. nator who died in July, raised over $1 8,000 in the last month.

Sleepout raises homelessness issue by andrew desouza were on hand last Saturday to SPECIAL TO THE ET CETERA entertain and voice their concern in the fight to end homelessness. Last Saturday was a cold night The premise of the night was to for a student to sleep on the streets get city officials to come up with a and colder still for those who have real strategy to end homelessness. to do it every night. National Housing and Humanize Toronto organized Homelessness Network co-chair of Sleep In Solidarity, a sleepover at the Toronto Disaster Relief Nathan Phillips Square where Committee Tvlichael Shapcott said musicians and public speakers he wants immediate action. "

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Another $195 million will be spent on a commemoration program and other projects designed to promote healing in Rrst Nations communities. - CBC News Student coalition defies HSF by Chris halliday on the government to limit tuition NEWS REPORTER increases to a nimiber no higher than the rate of inflation. Students who want tlie govern- When asked about the coali- ment to extend the cuiTunt two- tion's decision to protest HSF's year tuition I'reeze have lonned a move, HSF President Joey Svec coalition to protest the 1 lunibei- said "it's sad that they've taken that

Students' I'cderation's (HSF) stand route because it would be better on the issue. for the 17,000 students that go Membei-s of the newly-formed here to have everybody wrapped Huniber Coalition for Students up together lighting for the same criticized the ilSi" at its board cause." meeting Nov. 16. saying its recent At the Nov. 16 meeting, Henry decision t(j back a tuition cap - told the boaixl that students on instead of a freeze - was undemo- botli campuses are saying HSF's cratic. decision is an example of "democ- "We have been connecting witli racy at its worst." students and the feedback that Social services student Anja we're getting is that HSF only rep- Candn said she was insulted by resents their own agenda and their HSF's decision to hold a Nov. 3 own special interests," said emergency board meeting to vote WitclilTe Henry, a social services on tuition before students could student and coalition founder, to present their case. the board. "We wanted one last chance to "We have formed a group present our case to the board," called the Humber Coalition for Cantin told the board. "We feel Students and will be acting on you (the HSF board) would have behalf of the 1,500 (Humber) stu- voted differently if you had given dents that have asked us to advo- us that opportunity." cate for them." Daniella Cross, HSF vice-presi- dent of administration at Noith Campus, said tlie emergency meet- ing was called because the board "... it would be better needed to come to a consensus The Humber Coalition for Students will represent 1,500 students who are against the CAP the 17,000 students for before it was too late. campaign. Left to right, Jason Best, Emmanuel Aigbedion, Witcliffe Henry and Tobias Stimpson. "It was a time-sensitive issue. that go here to have We didn't call the meeting to side- them to sign tlie petition c£U-ds. very good English" was tricked student at Humber, came forward everybody wrapped up swipe students," Cross said at tlie "We have done our best to train into signing a card. and asked the executives why they our public relations staff," Cross "She didn't know what she was "refused to ILsten" to the students together Jighting for the meeting. Since Nov. 7, HSF has been said. "They have been taking the signing ... as soon as she signed, who have e-mailed them asking for same cause. handing out petition cards for stu- time to explain what's on the card the person walked away," a freeze.

dents to sign in support of its before the students sign it, but the Aigbedion said to the board. "We (the HSF board) have - Joey Svec, cause, but Henry said informing onus is on the students to read and "Explain to me how your PR are received e-mails in favour of the HSF president students on the issue is "something understand the cards before they doing tlieir job." freeze," Svec said in response to (HSF) should have done before sign them." On Nov. 17, the HSF held a Haluszka's question at the forum. you voted." Emmanuel Aigbedion, a social Cap Tuition Now public forum at "But, we have over 5,000 signa- The coalition was formed after At the meeting. Cross assured services student at Lakeshore, North Campus, where executives tures in favour of capping tuition." the HSF board's emergency vote students and the board that HSF's ripped a CSA petition card and fielded questions from students The CSA student petition cam-

Nov. 3 in support of the College public relations staff has been tossed it on the table at the meet- concerned about the on-going paign ended Nov. 18, and the Student Alliance's (CSA) Cap trained to approach students, ing, telling the board that one of campaign. Ontario government will announce Tuition Now campaign, which calls explain both arguments and ask his friends who "doesn't speak Larissa Haluszka, a paramedic its tuition plans before Christmas.

Man shot over cigarette Police urging witnesses said Hai^vey, the crime prevention officer for 23 Division. "It seems very unusual ... but

it's possible with all the violence that's going to call Crime Stoppers on." Police said the man was standing with an

by nick kyonka acquaintance outside 45 Lexington Ave. when NEWS REPORTER they were approached by two strangers asking for a cigEirette. They've shot over revenge, they've shot The victim reportedly told the men he was over money. Now Rexdale gunmen have shot smoking his last one. over a cigarette. A brief argument ensued, and one of the Police from 23 Division said a man was strangers pulled out a silver handgim. shot twice Nov. 18 after failing to give his Several shots were fired and the giuinian attacker a cigarette. and his accomplice ran towards Albion Mall. 'Hie 22-year-old victim was taken to a hos- Harvey said police need witnesses to come pital where he was treated for bullet wounds forward to help solve this CEise and others like

Ihti lmh„ to the arm and foot. it unless they want to see more shooters at The shooting occurred less than a kilome- large in their community. tre away from the murder scene of Amon "I don't expect them to call the police all Network president gives talk Beckles, the 18-year-old who was shot outside the time," Harvey said. "But if we don't know, a church during a funeral earlier that same day. we can't help you. CTV President Robert Hurst, second from right, and several Humber Coast Robin Harvey said criminals will "I don't know how people can sleep at students after a question and answer session with the veteran journal- often ask strangers for a smoke before robbing night knowing they know the kinds of people primarily of journalism ist Tuesday. Hurst spoke to a crowd comprised them, but it doesn't normedly result in a shoot- that are doing this and not calling Crime in field. addressed faculty and students about his experiences the He ing. Stoppers. 1 can understand why they would- including questions pertaining to the network's coverage of issues "This is the first time I've ever heard of n't call the police, but there's really no excuse avian flu, separatism, the pending election and the CBC lockout. someone getting shot over just a cigarette," not to call Crime Stoppers."

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Daredevil climber ttw "French Spiderman," who has scaled skyscrapers around the globe, was arrested Tuesday as he tried to climb a Houston building. - Reuters Nursing students offer seniors wellness advice by brigitte kamilavicius the centre. "We have a lot of low tion on diabetes, osteoporosis, NEWS REPORTER income seniors." blood pressure, myths of aging and Seniors meet eacli rhureday to staying healthy through exercise.

Once a week for the firet semes- go on walks around the block, tf) Seniors received pedometers, ter of school, third-year UNB try to meet their weight-loss target courtesy of General Mills. Humber nursing students have goals. The pedometers were well been iiel|)ing seniors living in a Macintosh said everyone has received by seniors who wouldn't low-income area of Torontf) lead really enjoyed the company and nomially be able to alTord the $.'30 healthier lives. motivation of the students. device.

UNB I lumber students study at "It certainly is encouraging. "We gave out an entire case Humber- but receive a bachelor of Sometimes we just need tliat exti-a and now all of our seniors have nureing degree from the Univei-sity punch," Maclntcjsh said. them," .said Gina Elliott, one of the of New Bmnswick u|)on gradua- students who co-ordinated the tion. Students in third year do waist-watching program. placements to get the feel of a tnie Sludents have also been a "Our goal here is to keep nureing setting. major helji to the centre with the Over the past few montJis, nur-s- people in the community mobility drive they conducted. ing students have helped senioi-s at They made |)hone calls to vari- out of the hospital, living the York West Senior Citizens " ous organizations and asked the Centre stay healthy by taking them life to the fullest. community to donate walkers, on walks, leaching to eat canes and wheelchaire to the cen- them how - Savcriiia Siinciuv, properly and oll'ering support. tie. " They'vi' just done a wonderful clinual instructor The drive was a success. While thing," said Marion Macintosh, a the TTC donated many canes, peo- senior who co-oixlinated a waist- |)le also brought in walkers and a watching program at tlie centre Before completing their time at mint-condition wheelchair was with two of the nureing students. York West, students co-ordinated a dropjied olT.

Hiis is tlie first time students have wellness clinic on Thursday, "^A'e fitted two community mem- been placed at the York centre. It Nov. 17, to help keep the residents bers with canes," said Milliceiit has been aiiound for over a decade inspired to maintain healthy Dixon, one of the students who co- and hel|)s seniors meet llieir needs in lifestyles. ordinated the mobility drive. "One Terri McKellar and Andrea Philpott, third-year UNB Humber an area of tlie city where there is no "Our goal here is to keep peo- of them was using her husband's nursing students, field health questions from seniors. other place to go. ple in the community out of tlie and it wasn't the right fit." "There are probably, within our hospital, living life to the fullest," Knap said the centre always has The centre hasn't seen the last in future. site, maybe 10 subsidized housing said Saverina Sanchez, a clinical people in need and having the of UNB Humber students. Some of Any spare canes, walkers and apartment complexes, each having instructor. nuising students there has been "a them gave out their contact infor- wheelchairs can be donated to the maybe more than 500 units," seiid Students set up booUis and dis- real bonus, it's like having seven mation to the seniors and Knaji centre at 1901 We.ston Rd. or call Maggie Knap, executive director of tributed pamphlets with infomia- new employees around." hopes to keep the partnerehip up (416) 245-4395.

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by kathleen tomlinson University of Toronto in the com- n't ever leave anything unfin- for charity NEWS REPORTER ing years, possibly taking on a role ished," said Samuel Adjei, Richard's father by alana (owe Family and friends mourn the "He put pride in everything he "He was a great person NEWS REPORTER loss of Richard Adjei, 21, a did and always with passion and Humber student who passed and a great son. I still effort.," he said. The brave and attractive calen- away on Wednesday, Nov. 2, Adjei said Richard will be cannot believe he is not dar boys and girls of York Region 2005, remembered and missed for his firefighters are coming to Adjei was a second-yeai" liberal here with us today. strength of character Humber's Lakeshore Campus to arts and science student who was "He was a great person and a - Samuel Adjei, father raise money for charity. passionate about his studies. great son. 1 still cannot believe he On Monday, Nov. 28, they will With just one year left to grad- is not here with us today." sell and autograph their 2006 uation, Richard was planning on in the field of medicine. Richard was buried Sunday, Firefighters of York Region calen- Richard Adjei broadening his horizons at the "Richaixl was so smart. He did- Nov. 20, 2005. dars for $20 in the H Building to benefit The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation, South Lake Random A<;ts of Kindness Week Regional Health Centre Foundation, York Central Hospital November 28 - December 2, 2005 Foundation and the Markham Stouffville Hospital.

"This is a hot way to start a cold Monday 5aL| *Hl! ' -to a 5branc|er, Gwie Someone a Co'mp\\mert A Pew Ideas.,. season," said Ola Juchniewicz, a Humber public relations student. Tuesday Show Cwd WllL Help a Cause • Hold the door open for someone "Humber is honoured and privi- I • Offer to carry someone's books to class [5e Kind to the Environment leged to be the host facility for this • litter Pick up o piece of event and 1 invite everyone to come Thursday' Show Your Appreciation for PacultLi aif)e^ Sbsi^ out and partake in this fiin, interac- for more ideas, pld^. up a ribbon! tive and exciting way to make a Random Act? of Kindness Paq charitable donation this season." 'ITie York Region Firefighters Calendar Committee Pick Up a Ribbon to Show Your Support! has raised over $350,000 for charity since 2002. Available @ Student Service Areas on Campus, Various Faculty Offices on Campus The calendars will be on sale at .select -Stores, including Shopper's Drug Mart or online at • Hosted by the Peer Mentor Program www.studentservices.humber.ca/peermentor www.firefightcrsolyorki-egion.com.

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CNN apologized Tuesday for a technical glitch many viewers - failed to notice a large "X" the network flashed over Vice-President Dick Cheney's face. - Reuters Cafeteria closes ^^^^S Winterrific wonderland fundraiser Recreation and leisure for the Arboretum to purchase safety equii)ment. Since gate on thieves students organize event the Arb(jretuni also hosts activities that take adults and children on for Humber Arboretum by nick kyonka hungry, you just want to gel the Humber Hiver, the Ontario

NEWS REPORTER here Camping Association is re(|uiriiig it and get food. You don't by jesse cnockaert to purchfLse llat-bottom want to be blocked. And NEWS REPORTER a boat The cafeteria a( North Campus especially for somebodv ring-buoys and a sjjinal board has hlockcd one oi its main who's not one of the thieves, This equipment could eo.sl over I'he I lumber Arboretum will entrames so it can no li.ngfr be $700. Barb ro.<, co-oixlinator loi- it's kind of in.sulting to me to host the VVintenific celebration for the used as an easy exit lor people Ariiorelum, doesn't expect be told 'we don't tnist you the conmiunity early next month, that lo be .stealiiijf food. a piTiblem. as enough, so we're going (o and that means food, games and las! yeaj- Winterrific /\s many a.s 40 sandwiches and i-aised more tlian close llie gates on you.'" an appearance by Santa. $ 1,000. other items were being pilfered Reber said cafeterin Humber Recreation and each (lay before the gate wiis managers should have llrsl Leisure Services students are plan- "A comimtiiity closed last week, said Angela notified students of the ning the event as pail of their pro- Mather, food services assistant cliange. gram. VVintenific, which has been celebration is the prinicuY general manager Mathers believes "I have no clue what held annually for more " than 20 focal point above all. the cafeteria could stand to save kind of a problem it is," she years, has the goal of providing a about $30,000 this year alone by - \' said. "It's just kind of like a day of fun for the community. Rick Sinioiie, Kciiv.itioii preventing theft. gate slammed in the face." People (an expert activities includ- Leisure instruttor "1 have literally witnessed people Don Henriques, general ing wagon lides, a Christmas tiiee sale, (steal food)," Mather .said. "I can't manager of food services. An estimated 40 sandwiches are nature activities and a barbt^cue. hunt tlicm down, I'm not the police, said he did not consider it stolen daily from the cafeteria by The student organizers have However, as recently as three but I've got a business to run. '["he necessary to justify the students using this exit. also invited political figures such as years ago. Fox said the Arboreimn day that they have their own busi- action to students. Etobicoke MPs Roy Cullen and wasn't attracting enough public vis- ne.ss or work somewhere, they're I'irst-year business administra- "We clearly state lor customere Borys Wrzesnewskyj. its. If WinteiTific were not to rai.se going to come down haid, too." tion stiident Danny to use the other entrance .so it Gewarges dis- Rick Simone, a recreation and enough money, the Arboretum But some students who regular- shouldn't hassle agrees. be a to anyone," he leisure professor, said the event is would try anotlier fundraiser, or ly used the entrance near Pizza said. "But didn't "It's starting to become a hassle we feel the need to a great benefit to both his students take funds from its other progi-ams. Pizza complained about having to tell the students because I normally have to walk that What would and the /Vrboretum. "I don't have a choice. (Money) take a new route to the food court. around now just to get into the caf," we need to exjjlain to tliem? If a stu- "It's always been the premise would have to come from some- "It's kind of a pain to have to dent asks as he said. "I guess sometimes you a question we would that a community event, a commu- where else," Fox said. walk around to find a way to get in give them the answer But a student have to take these actions to stop nity celebration, is tlie primary Admission to Wintenific is free. here," said Melissa Rcber, a media hasn't come up to us to say 'we're people from stealing, but it's start- focal point above all," he said. People of all ages are invited. It will foimdations student. "When you're upset because you closed one gate.'" ing to be an inconvenience to me." Winterrific will also double as a be held Dec 3, ftxjm 10 am to 4 p.m.

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A study by Dove reported that American women are surprisingly satisfied witti their loolcs. It revealed that 90 % of women consider their looks average or above. Ads for real beauty a big Dfat? Dfab? hit in T.O. campaignforrealbeauty.ca 'Dove Dove challenges female stereotypes in ad campaign Dove ran this controversial fat/fab ad last fall where they asked people to vote on how they per- ceived the woman. While public response was split, the ad gained media attention internationally. by Sandra bratovic women to the campaign was LIFE REPORTER very positive, and MacLeod said and becoming a more sceptical stulT," said Dickason, who foresees Findings of The Dove Report- Dove received many letters of advertising audience. tliis remaining an advertising trend Challenging Beauty Study Body and hair care product it "People believed in the past if for time. thanks from women saying some (U.S.) company Dove recently brouglit iLs was about time. you show perfect-looking people "Adveitising like this is impor- Campaign for Heal ideality to using your product, people would tant to women," said Traci Bolts, 19, Feeling Positive Toronto during its nationwide buy it to because they want look second-year bachelor of nureing • 90% of women consider searcii for realistic to women fea- "We wanted to provoke like that," he said. "But we don't student. "There has been too much their looks average or above. ture in its 2006 campaign. look like that and probably never emphasis on body type in the [last. a discussion about Claiming "Loolcs" Not Beauty "We were looking for women will, to feel are starting awaix" of and we need good People to be • 36% of women say their with twinkles in their eyes," said it ... Beauty should about who we are." the how much it imjjacLs people." "looks" are above average, Sharon MacLeod, marketing man- Dickason said advertisers are Botts said advertisers need to be more attainable only 1 8% say their "beauty" is ager for Dove. "That confident beginning to realize that not every- continue such advertising to gain above average. kind of beauty." to more women. one is a size six, and giving women additional support. Redefining Beauty MacLeod said Dove decided to more realistic and attainable images MacLeod said the response • - Sharon MacLeod, 75% of women agree that challenge stereotypes of beauty in is of beauty what women want. from women has been very beauty does not come from a its cainpaign after global the study Dove marketing manager 'I"he clothing retailer Reitmans encouraging, and the campaign is a woman's looks, but from her The Dove Report: Challenging also took this approach with its long-term commitment for Dove. spirit and love of life. Beauty revealed only two per cent Designed for Real Life campaign, Dove is conducting casting calls Owning B«auty of surveyed felt comfort- all women Recently, some of the Dove which shows women of ages, in cities across Canada, including •79% of women wish a able calling themselves beautiful. women appeared on the Oprah shapes and ethnic backgi'ounds in Halifax, Montreal, Calgary and woman could be considered "We wEmted to provoke a dis- to a roaring audi- everyday situations, such as raking Vancouver. Winfrey Show beautiful even if she is not cu.ssion about it . . . beauty should ence of supporters. leaves in the backyard or at a com- The finalists will gather in "physically perfect." be more attainable to more John Dickason, marketing pany Christmas party. Toronto at the end of the year, where lourc*: women," she said. department co-ordinator at "We are going to see more and seven to 10 women will be chosen to cMmpaignfoiTealb9auty.com The immediate response from Humber, said people are maturing more of the Reitmans and Dove be featured in next year's campaign.

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In 1989, 6.5% of Canadians reported using weed, 7.4% in 1994, and by 2002 the proportion liad reached 12.2% - Canadian Community Health Survey WHISK WEEKLY RECIPES FROM HUMBIiR'S A family affair CULINARY ARTS STUDENTS Developed by second-year Parents lighting up with their kids student Anne Almeda and Chef Anthony Boigo to open lines of communication Homemade Mince 'They obviously didn't by hazel ong witli it and where to smoke Meat Pies

LIFE REPORTER it so you're not harming want me doin^ it yrnirseir or jjcople aroiiiid but they kiteii> I was Mincemeat I'lic I'iiH' line bi'lwt'fii what is you. It slopped me from - 1 1 /2 cups cooking apples tlcemcd apprnpriak' oi' iiiappiopri- smoking pot at school," she going to eventually. peeled, cored and chopped atc sliari' (o with vour parents is said. "I knew I could just - St.ici-v Wi into small pieces. appaicnily disappcarin;;;, as some come home and smoke a 1 /3 cup shredded suet (beef are smoking up as one big happy joint anti my jiarents would fat - available at any super- family. be OK with it as long as I Hitting the bong with the kids might create a more open relationship, market) Stacey Welsh, 21, a second-year didn't go overboaril." but parents must beware of the risks of saying drug use is OK. 1/2 cup raisins architecture sliideiU was Hi years As reported by the 1/2 cup sultanas old when she llrst lit up with her Centre for Addiction and Mental enLs who are taking this sort of around drug use, but my point 1/2 cup c^ln•anLs parents alter getting caught with Health (CAM II), marijutina is the approach to drug use are probably would be that you don't have to do 1/2 cup chopped mixed can- her own pot. most common illicit drug in the parents that really encourage it with them to get that sort of rela- died peel (mixture available in "They obviously didn't want me Canada used by minors (after alco- and value an open relationship tion.ship." bulk food isles) doing it but they knew I was going hol and tobacco). with their kids. Clifton suggested alternative 2/3 soft brown sugar to eventually, and I think that's A 2001 survey by the I'or first-year travel and tourism ways to promoting an open rela- CAMH 2 tsp mixed spice (equal parts why they actually sat down and found that 30 per cent of Ontario student Patrick Church, 21, it did tionship as well as creating drug ground cinnamon, ginger, all- did it with me so that they would students in Grade 7 to used work. awareness. OAC spice) know that I knew how to use it marijuana at least once in the pre- "Our relationship is definitely "Talk openly about drug use, 1 orange, zested and juiced safely," she said. vious year, with about three per more open now," he said. "Now make sure that your kids are aware 1 lemon, zested and juiced The rationale behind this new cent reporting daily use in the past you can inaybe talk about things of tlie risks, that tliey're educated, 1/2 cup bi-andy phenomeiKjn is that parenLs are four weeks. that before you inaybe couldn't and watch for warning signs that taking a dilTerent approach to par- A recent Maclean's article. Pass talk about because now you know there might be a problem. And 1. Combine all ingredients enting, choosing to have a dialogue the weed. Dad. reported that most they arc more accepting of some (if there's tiothing wrong with being (except brandy) in a mixing of communication, even if it means kids will tiy cannabis sooner or the things you do," he said. honest about your own experi- bowl, making sure it is well crossing that aforementioned line. later regardless of whether the par- But as much as this may be fos- ences," she said, adding, "kids will mixed. Cover and leave in a "I think parents feel that there's enLs are stiict or pemiissive. tering a more open relationship say, 'well did ever do it?' and you cool place overnight a lot of benelll to having an open Clifton said, "1 know of parents between child and paient, there is it's not necessarily a bad thing to 2. The next day - cover the relationship and open coniniunica- who've done this with drinking. also a very real possibility that the say, 'yes, I did.' It's all about mod- bowl with foil and place in

tion, and (they feel that) it's better I'his is just a new version of an old wrong message could be sent. eling a he.ilthy lifestyle. So 'yeali 1 oven for one hour and 20 (hat what their kids are involved in stor\'. where parenLs have allowed "By engaging in these sorts of did it, but 1 slopped because...'." minutes at 120 C/225 F. is left out in the open and that it their kids to drink at prior to activities with your kids, you are But for many kids, getting high home 3. Take out and allow to can be managed, perhajis, if it get.s legal ninning certain risks of sending with and tiad is way too them becoming of age mom cool, sliring at regular inter- otil of band." siiid Jane Clifton, co- because they know that they're certain messages that dmg use is weird and potentially traumatizing, vals - the fat will sit on top ordinator of the Child and Youth curious about it. wanting to exper- OK and that doing something ille- described by Chmrh as being "def- when it comes out of the Worker program at I lumber iment with iL but they would pre- gal is OK." Clifton .said. "On tlie initely U|i theic with seeing mom oven but it will coagulate as Welsh agrees. fei' Ihey would do it in a safe home other hand, a potential benefit to and dad doing the nasty. it cools and mixes with the "They taught me about it and doing it is tliat you will have a ver\' "I don't think I would ever it environment." do other ingredients. moderation, and how to be safe Clifton also said that the par- open relationship about issues again," he said. 4. When mixture has cooled, fold in brandy. 5. Store in jars until ready to Canadian patch escapes U.S. warning Shortcrust pastry 1 cup all-purpose flour Health Canada yet to perform study on Evra 1/2 cup unsalted butter 1/4 caster sugar 1 egg yolk agata wallczek the Centre for research in warnings. by pinch salt LIFE REPORTER Women's Health) said that there "Don't panic." she said. "If you have been no studies done about are concerned, talk to your h(!filth- 1. Sift flour and .salt. Accoixling to Health Canada the risks of Fvra yet. care provider" 2. Rub flour and butter recent warnings issued by the "We don't have all the informa- Green said women at the centre together until crumbly. American Food and Dnig tion," she said. have been informed of the new 3. Stir in sugar and add egg Administration gainst the conti-a- Williams said Health Canada warning but continue to use the yolk and whole egg. ceptive patch Ortho livra do not has no plans of changing the patch because tliey "love it." 4. Work together to form a apply to its Canadian counter- labelling information because it is The warning has Corrie dough. Wrap in plastic wrap part, Evra. considered adccjuate. Alexander thinking of other birth and refrigerate for one hour to "Ihe difference betwe:.il.i w.llli /rk for 12-16 minutes at 200 Centre for Birth Control (a centre cIoLs and strokes. dispensed for Evra botween its Music student Corrie Alexander C/400 F or until golden browa developed by Sunnybrook and Green said women in Canada launch in January euid September is cautious about Evra but uses Women's College flospital and don't need to worry about the new of this year it because of its convenience.

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According to the Children's Aid Society of Toronto, 13,755 families and 33,351 children used its services - 29,920 of the children were helped in their homes.

The reality of child abuse

Children's Aid Society educates public to recognize signs

by leigh blenkhorn

IN FOCUS REPORTER

riio Jeffery Baldwin trial cur- rently bel'oie the couits has raised awareness of diild abuse. JelTery Baldwin died two years ago of a severe case of bronchial pneumonia caused by malnutrition and liis inability to TiglU oil illness. When tlic live year old boy died, he weighed less than 25 pounds, the same weight as an infant. The boy's grandmother and her com- mon-law husband are on trial for his death. The case is one of many examples of child abuse Canadians need to address. The Children's Aid Society (CAS) launched its Use Your Voice campaign this past October during

Child Abuse Awaieness Month. It encouraged people to speak uji about child abuse, and although concrete statistics are not available, pli.iti) .Ariiuil'l .M - stoik.Mhiiii.i 1.111. pt M(;lanic Persaud from tine Toronto- far beyond physical or sexual assault. The most forms are verbal and based society said the campaign Abuse can go common emotional abuse which are often unintentional but can significantly affect a child's wellbeing. was a huge success. CAS hopes to expand the prograin for the next pect child abase you mu.st contact to know for sure that it is happen- year to get more lorontonians to the CAS or the police. People "If '5 not only suggested ing, but that is not the case. We talk about child abuse. should usually contact us first, want them to report their suspi- Any cases of abuse should be that you report abuse, unless it is an emergency," she said. cions," explained Persaud. "If they reported to the CAS. Persaud said " She stressed that actions should it's the law. put it off and abuse is happening, that Canadians are required by law be taken sooner than later. then there is a chance it could get to report anytliing they witness. - Melanie Persaud, Toronto "There is a common miscon- more severe, and the child could "It's not only suggested that you ception. People feel that they have Children's Aid Society get seriously hurt." report abuse, it's the law. If you sus- November 24, 2005 ra common cents

Mexico downgraded diplomatic relations with Venezuela after its leader called the IMexican president a "iapdog of the American Empire." The Guardian 10 November 24, 2005 common cents

The U.S. House of Representatives approved a $50 billion budget cut reducing funding for student loans and food stamps and increasing Medicaid. - Harper's. Humber trails colleges in international students

work with Canadian education goes far beyond tliat. 1 ,500 at Sheridan centers and local agents around Having international students the world to promote the college. "does give us some revenue,

and George Humber tries to maintain its there's no question," said Gordon.

international student population at "But more importantly it mixes in Brown compared five per cent of tlie total student people who will not only add value population so as to not withhold to the life on campuses but who to 617 at Humber enrollment opportunities lor will in fact hopefully become Canadian students. friends of Humber and will be by puja uppal "Our first mandate is to j^rovide good ambassadoi-s for us when BUSINESS REPORTER educational opportunities for they go home." domestic students," Simpson said. .Professor Glen Jones, of the International student rates are University of Toronto's Ontario on the rise in most Canadian uni- Institute for Studies in Education said that along with Canada's vei-silies and colleges, but not at Once international Humber increasing college and university grads go back home to According to Statistics Canada, reputation, the giowing economies in there is a record high of 70,000 pursue a career, Asia, the cheaper Canadian dol- Shivali Walla said tuition for international students is high international students enrolled at lar, also have a role in attracting too educational institutions and should be re-considered. Humber's international students Canadian Universities in the foreign students to Canada. pay on average $1 ,094 while domestic students $2,450. 2003/04 academic year. remain in contact with Jones said institutions that 1 pay recruit foreign students benefit as Although this is an increase of 17 these individuals, dents. within Latin America, Africa and per cent over the previous year, does the local economy. building stronger net- Altogether, Humber's interna- Europe are also represented. the numbers are down at Humber Once international grads go tional students consist of a combi- Simpson believes the growth of This fall 617 international stu- works around the globe. back home to pursue a career, nation of 73 different countries. international students at Humber dents enrolled at Humber, 14 stu- educational institutions remEiin in Twenty-five per cent are from benefits the whole college. dents fewer than last year. In con- contact with these individuals, India, 15 per cent from South "We're living in an increasingly trast, similar sized colleges like building a stronger network Korea, 12 per cent from China, economy global world so bringing George Brown and Seneca have "When we're out there recruiting around the globe. four per cent from Japan and students together from around the approximately 1,500 international we're first marketing Canada as an There are 15,045 full-time stu- world can only add to the learning approximately 10 per cent are students each. educational destination, then our dents enrolled at Hiunber and out experience for everyone," she said. from the Caribbean. Countries Diane Simpson, director of the individual institutions." of that, 580 are international stu- International Centre at North Standard tuition for internation- Campus, said the reasons for the al full-time students attending decrease could vary from a lack of Humber is $ 11 ,094 per year while tuition for Canadian full-time stu- educational opportimities in for- Former Penguin Book president starts eign countries to strong competi- dents is $2,450 per year, a rate tion for international students comparable to George Brown among other universities and col- College. creative book pubhshing at Humber leges around the world. Unlike Canadian students, col- receive "It's hard to pinpoint why our leges don't government by domlnik kurek because she numbers fell slightly," Simpson funding for international students, BUSINESS REPORTER was impressed said. "It could be visa issues, espe- which is part of the reiison for by Humber's cially out of India." their higher tuition fees. After a successltil career in writer's work- Humber has been actively Although Humber president publishing, Cynthia Good now shop. recruiting international students Robert Gordon said international teaches Humber students to have Discussions for the past six years, sending three students increase (lumber's cash- that same success in print. with Kertes ulti- representatives to various interna- flow slightly, he added the benefits mately led to students Good worked at Penguin Books tional recruitment faire. They also of having international Canada lor 20 years where she the formation became Editorial Director. She of the summer went onto become president and certificate pro- Show her your CLASS pubfisher before resigning. gram. "She's a remarkable woman," Good earned said Joe Kertes, dean of the a Masters in goes beyond the classroom ... School of Creative and English at the Performing Arts. "She started the University of Canadian publishing program at Ibronto and Following a 20 year career at Penguin Books, Penguin Canada and made it the stopped paitway ..take her to the Cynthia Good started humber's new Creative famous program that it is." Kertes through her Book Publishing Program. noted tliat Good discovered many PhD when she great Canadian writers. got her firet |)ublLshing job. because I'm teaching book pub- SYMPHONY! "I've had a veiy fulfilling But before she started her |)ub- lishing, I'm tiying to teach it from a career there but I knew that if I lishing career, Good was in the very practical point of view, to

wanted to do something else with theatre business. "When I was educate people to go on and be

life that was the to do very young, I was a part owner of publishers themselves. So it's very Yes, you can afford it! Living Arts Centre my moment Mississauga, ON it" Good said. a theatre company called the hands on rather than an academic Students $10 Free Underground Parking She also worked at Dorset Menagerie Players," Good said. approach." * mUi vaM Student ID Card Press, Doubleday Book Clubs and She produced tlie |)lays and even Good also teaches literature at The Walnis. performed in some of them. 1 loly Blossom Synagogue.

Good is currently the director When asked why she teaches at The Creative Book Publishing of Humber's postgraduate a college instead of a imivereity. Program costs $3,400, and nms Creative Book Publishing Good said, "I find Humber and tlie from the beginning of May until Program, which she stumbled school for Creative and Perfomiing the end of August. Classes are upon by chance. Arts to be an exceptional envinm- from 9:00 a.m. to 5;00 p.m. every "She's doing really well," mcnt. I'm veiy comfi)rtable here, day. Kertes said. "And she's already and to me having been in theatre "Tliey have very long hours, it's

begun to make it the most it's very exciting to be an environ- v(!ry exhausting," she said. remarkable publishing program in ment that includes performers and Last summer was the first year

the country." musicians so I found a very good of tlie program and .saw an enroll- Good approached Kertes place to be," .she said. "Also ment (if 28

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To avoid bankruptcy, General Motors announced the axing of 30,000 employees in North America. Over 4,000 of the cuts are in Ontario. - The Toronto Sun.

Bk""i_A ^^ 4^^H^H Fair trade coffee will come soon The collapse of world prices has had a devastating impact on farmers in poorest countries by Stephen leithwood she said. BUSINESS RtPORTER For exmaple, Van Houtte's Fair Trade Coffee costs $7.99 for a 250 Noith America's leading gour- gi-am ground bag, while its gour- met cofffjc roasters, Van Houtte met coffee costs only $5.99 for a Inc. is introducing its new line of bag of the same size.

Fair Trade and Organic coffees to Coffee such as this is also envi- Humber College. ronmentally friendly.

While some coffee drinkers "Most of the coffee is organic so don't care where their coffee the beans are produced with comes from, those interested in an friendly methods," she said. ethical and environmental alterna- First-year computer program- tive turn to fairly traded and ming student Ian Smalley hasn't organic coffees. given much thought to where his 'ITie concept of fair trade coffee coffee comes from. is to buy directly from some of the "1 buy coffee from time to time,

15 million small coffee farmers. but 1 don't really know where it Because they comes from," can't export he said. "If I directly them- can find a bet- selves, they are 'There could be more done ter tasting, forced to sell to to promote the awareness cheaper coffee, companies that I'd go with often pay very offair trade, even though that." little. fair it's gaining popularity, a The Smaller farm- trade food mar- ers don't have the lot of people still don't ket isn't restrict- facilities to dry " ed to coffee. know what it is. and shelve coffee Other items '- beans, and Michele Choma, like tea, choco- because the social services instructor late and organ- beans are picked ics are e.xpand- by hand farmers ing in the fair must rely on out- trade market side help. Oxfam Canada, an Internationa] Fairly traded coffee eliminates agency that battles poverty states, the middleman and is bought from that 67 per cent of Canadians farming co-operatives, allowing drink an average of three cups of farmers to earn a fair living. coffee a day. It is estimated that 13 Michele Choma, a Humber per cent of coffee is consumed in Social Services instructor is disap- schools. pointed in how fair trade is being "The demand for fair trade promoted. products is growing, which shows "There could be more done to that the consumers understand," promote the awareness of fair said Mark Fried, an Oxfam trade, even though it's gaining pop>- spokesman. "Unfortunately the big ularity, a lot of people still don't companies haven't clued in."

' know," Choma said. , Brazil, Mexico and India are Joscelyn Smith, a spokesperson some of the top coffee producing for Van Houtte, explained the rea- countries in the world. son there is a high price for this As fair trade goods grow in kind of coffee. popularity, more companies like "Green feiir trade coffee is set at VanHoutte are releasing large fair a premium versus non-fair trade trade product lines in an effort to coffee to ensure a higher revenue satisfy consumers despite a more for the farmers and cooperatives," expensive cup of coffee. 12 November,24, 2005

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"To me, boxing is like a ballet, except ttiere's no music, no choreography and the dancers hit each other." - Former SNL character Jacl( Handey Rival Bruins no match for new-look Hawks by garth simmonds ly hurt us offensive rebounding- 76-54 blowout victory. The SPORTS REPORTER wise." Glenn said. "Hiey scored a Hawks were still without centre high percentage of their baskets Andrew Thompson and all- With two wins last from wcfk, the second shot oppoilunities." Canadian Shane Dennie who men's basketball team earned the Al the md of the hall the wanted to be out there witfi his number one ranking in not just Hawks led .i^-.'JK. team instead of on the sidelines. Ontario, hul in Canada accordinj^ Sheridan came out for the .sec- "It burns a lot but my team to C'CAA ollicial rankinj^s. ond half ready to get back into (he slepjied up and played really well," When the Hawks went to game and ojiened it with two con- Sheridan, posters read "The Clash secutive three pointers. Seeing Dennie siiid. "It's a team game and of (he Titans." though (he game their lead vanish, coach Glenn when one person goes down (limed out to he anything but. A called a timeout and ripped iiilo eveiybody steps up." jiackeil gymnasium was on hand his team about its lack ol eflbrt on Dennie said he hopes to he to witness the rival for teams square defence tmd failing to improve back in the line-up for the next olT in Sheridan's new gym. on what they talked about at the meeting between the rivals. Thi' Hawks won the season half After the game coach Glenn .series last year 2-1 after an over- "IDuring halftime we had a goal said that his team did a great job of time victoiy in the last meeting so to win the battle on the offensive meeting the goals it had set as a the Brains were looking lor boards. Coach told us that we had team. revenge. to rebound and if there's a loose felt The pre-game atmosphen; wiis ball dive for it. We did that and we "We if we could limit their comparable to that of an NCAA boxed out," said rookie Jadway second shot opportunities we'll garni! with traditional collegiate fleniniing. have a good chance of stopping band anthems blasting and a bois- After the timeout, the Hawks their offence and getting out into terous crowd banging dmms and up[)ed the intensity on defence transition where we were real wearing oversi/.ed cowboys liaLs to and exploded on olTence. First- impressivi' tonight," Glenn said. support the home team. The year guard Jose Araujo came alive The Hawks were at Centennial Hawks, however, did have a num- oil the bench hitting two three- College on Tuesday trying to ber of supporters in the stands, pointers as the Hawks began to improve on their 3-0 record as including the Humber Hype dance pull away. Up by 10, the Hawks tcEuii that often out-cheered the showed no mercy. First-year they faced off against the Sheridan cheerleaders. guard Jonathan Tyndale was the Centennial Colts. Although 'l"he Hawks began the game in real difference in the geime as he Centennial managed to keep the typical fashion by playing great went off for 19 points in tlie sec- game in reach in the firet half, the defence de.spitc giving up a few ond half alone. He hit three-point- story was Jonathan Tyndale, who er after three-pointer inches on the inside. Consecutive and convert- came out on fire as he converted offensive fouls by Sheridan ed on a couple of three-point plays six of number's 10 tliree-pointei-v sparked Ikimber's offence which that brought the Humber bench to in the half, giving him 18 points connected on lour of its first five its feet. before the break. attempts. "I was playing soft in the firet The Hawks went into the sec- Sheridan managed to keep the half so in the second half I set a ond half u|3 by seven quickly game close by hitting from behind goal for myself to play hareler but Convincing wins over Sheridan and Centennial this week has cata- the arch and dominating the offen- eveiy minute on the court and blew open the game. The Hawk pulted the men's basketball team to number one rank in Canada. sive boards. Coach Danx'll Gletm grab every rebound," Tyndale said. run in the second half was led by felt that if they were to win this "Coach said we weren't hustling or rookie guard Michael Ciiiickshank 1 lumber's bench contributed witli 22 points. Araujo and for- game tliey would liave to win the rebounding sn we had to step it u|) who scored all of his 10 points in 49 points compared to Just 20 for ward Jonathan Wyse chipped in individually battle on the boards. and as a team." the second half The Hawks out- the Colts' resei-ves. Every player in 10 points apiece for the I lawks. thought needed to "We we Sheridan had no an.swcr for played the Colts badly in the sec- the line-up scored for the Hawks, The Hawks prepare to face rebound the hall better Hiey real- Tvndale as he led the Hawks to a ond half, outscoring them 45-27. with Tyndale leading all scorers Durham College on Nov. 30. Strong week on the court for Hawk women

Three wins put women's basketball team in undefeated spot and ranked first overall in Ontario

by jevon griffith to a lead of 31-27 But after hall- SPORTS HEPORTFR time, the Lady Hawks returned to the lloor with more defen.sive and After winning the Durham offensive intensity and oulscored Invitational Tournament humiliat- the Lords 2:i-14 to pick up the ing Fleming at home and defeating championship. yVlgonquin in Ottawa, the I lumbei' Shaipshooler lirin Chamberlain

Lady 1 lawks remain undefeated. chipped in with 13 points, to aver- In the Durham Invitational age a total of 21 point? per game Tournament, the Lady Hawks for the weekend. Other high scor- overcame their firet opponent, the ers were Sarah Moxley and Heidi Woman's basketball team gathers together before game action at home last week. Seneca Sting, by a margin of 13 Jaaskelainen. points. Before the Durham Invitational defence and our offence," said Ngongo and first-year player I lamilton who's reedly smart and

F-^rin Chamberlain contributed I'oumament the I'leining Knights coach Denise Perricr. Kristina Harse. handles the ball well. I thought she Perrier also able to give her 23 points to the 72-59 victory. visited 1 lumber and were recipi- was "Audrey looked like the third- had a great game today," Pemer The Lady Hawks went on to ents of a 72-point tliiushing that starters some rest. year player that .she needs to be, as said. unbearable for the "I just wanted to give the other defeat Kirtland. a team from was home far as passing and taking authority lb begin the week, tlie Lady op|)ortunity to Michigan, 79-63, which led them crowd to watch. The Lady I lawks girls an show what out there ajid getting the stuff I lawks defeated Algonquin 66-60 to the final and deciding game in were simply too much for the tliey could do and 1 thought some setup, which is good." Perrier said. in Ottawa in a hard fought game. the tournament against the hosting daunted Knights. of tliem did a really good job off Kristina is going to be a player for The Humber Lady Hawks look Durham Lords. "Well, we knew coming in that tlie bench," Pemer said. us and we're really happy to have to keep their undefeated streak By halfiiine, the Lords had they weit' going to be an easier Some of the girls who |)layed her. going when Loyalist College visits numaged to protect their home team, so we wanted to use this well in the game against I'leming "She's a first-year player from Humber tonight. court for tfie most part, holding on game for ourselves to work on our were third-year player Audrey

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A community in conflict

whole picture - not just the violence and crime. EiTol Bonner is one of the volunteers at the Youth Resource Centre, and as he walks by peo- Steve Gimgras is happy living in Rexdale. The ple busy typing away at computers or doing 29-year-old moved to the area from Quebec City research, he says he works here because he wants last month to pursue a career in landscaping. to make a positive difference in f)eople's lives. Thou^ Rexdale has received a lot of negative "I've always wanted to be a part of it," Bonner attention in the media, Gimgras doesn't seem con- says. cerned by the recent reports of violence in his The centre not only helps youths find jobs but adopted community. also to stay busy. With programs like basketball "I've never seen a bad picture of Rexdale," he and dandng as well as a youth leadership core,

says. "Most people I see here are pretty cool." young people are getting involved in their own But that's not the picture most {leople saw last community. week through media coverage of the shooting "A lot of youth are vety aware of what is going death of 18-year-old Amon Beckles outside the on. They are really taking ownership for what's Toronto West Seventh-Day Adventist Church on going on in their community and how they can Nov. 18. Beckles' murder was the 12th gun-relat- implement change," Nyman says. ed homicide in Rexdale this year. While services like the Rexdale Youth Humber College's North Campus is part of the Resource Centre provide a refuge for some youth, community. Humber Et Cetera's senior reporters the roofs over their heads can be another area Jason Bowser and Ashley House interviewed where problems start members of the community to give students a bal- According to Terri Noseworthy, executive anced picture of the neighbouriiood we all share. director of Albion Neighbourhood Services, the Pastor Al Bowen from the Seventh-Day apartments throughout Rexdale need to be Adventist Church where the Beckles homidde improved. occurred has made a drastic call for the War "There are very poor housing conditions in the Measures Act to be enacted as a solution to curb apartment buildings," Noseworfliy says, also not- crime in Toronto. ing the high rent costs.

. "The number one challenge now is security, She also says there are apartments which and getting the hardcore element out of the com- aren't even up to the proper fire codes and such, munity," Bowen says. yet they are open for business anyway. While the government's solution is yet to be Noseworthy says that while programs designed seen. Prime Mimister Paul Martin has promised a to help the youth of Rexdale are good, she thinks summit in the future to discuss the gun violence more programs are needed for those aged six to that has plagued Rexdale and other Toronto com- 12 because it's important to set positive examples munities. for Idds in their earlier years. "The community needs to talk about it The demographics of the Rexdale community Parents need to regain control of kids and govern- have changed over the years. Since the 1996 cen- ment programs aren't meant to replace parents sus, the number of landed immigrants now make but empower them," Bowen says. up over 50 per cent of Rexdale's population. Efforts throughout the Rexdale community While Nyman says they tend to stick together focus on ways to help youth in vulnerable nei^- in their cultural groups, they are finding ways to bourhoods find alternative solutions. co-exist in fxjsitive ways. Ian Nyman, the manager of the Youth "A lot of the services and programs that we are Resource Centre, said helping people find steady offering are now being geared toward the new jobs, building their resumes and other such pro- immigrant population. We are trying to come up

grams are beneficial in keeping Rexdale's youth with specific programs, whether it be workshops out of gangs. Nyman and his crew primarily work or resources and information, that can be of ben- with youths between 16 and 24, although Nyman efit to them," Nyman says. says all ages are welcome. Programs like Language Instruction for

"We are all working together to provide a lot Newcomers to Canada iri conjunction with the

of positive alternatives, whether it is to do with YMCA provide language assessments and general recreation, employment or financial assistance," information and resources to help new immi- Nyman says. grants settle into the community. But Bowen says while these programs are One of these immigremts now living in Rexdale helpful, there is an underl3dng problem that rots is Samvinder Singh, who moved here from India. the programs from the outade in. "I found my job very easily here," Singh says.

"What isn't there is the Etbility to get the guns and "I've been living here for three yearr> and it's shooters out of the conmiunity. Most of tfie good become a part of my life." programs are corrupted by die presence of the Even Bowen says he has hopes for the future shooters, the guns and the pushers," Bowen says. of Rexdale. Despite his dismay with the violence But Nyman stresses that if the media would just in Rexdale, he worits late into the nij^t advocat- look at die positive aspects of Rexdale, like the ing for the community's safer future. strong sense of community and the many social "We will improve in the future. We will rise to programs available, the public ^vould see the higher levels," he says.

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14 November 24, 2005 editorial 'd

"There are lot of a bleeding hearts. Well, I say, go ahead and bleed." - Pierre Trudeau en his decision to invoke the War {Measures Act in 1970 Fighting gunfire with gunfire

'llierc is a certain honour in taking the inigli, iiard road. Getting the job done, on the other hand, seems to hold its own apjieal. The hooks tear at politi- cians from both sides, demanding a delicate balance in a time when society is impatient ajid failures are nearly impossible to justify. Tlie rising body count in Toronto this year has drawn a two-flanked attack. Bui-gconing community programs are addressing the social roots of the prob- lem, while an increased police presence pares away at the actual violence. But as the sun sets on one of the city's most volatile summers, the public is getting restless.

PATIENCE IS A VIRTUE

Reverend Al Bowen, the pastor of the church where last week's grizzly funeral shooting took place, is heading up a group of religious leaders whose startling agenda borders on extremism. Tliey have called for the l^mergencies

Act - better known by its old name, the War Measures Act. When the act is invoked, the government would have the power to send the army into commu- nities like Rexdale. llieir reason? Community programs and Those who were violent social initiatives aren't work- ing. But how fast, exactly, yesterday will still be are preventative measures supposed to work? Those violent tomorrow, no matter who were violent yesterday how many community wall still be violent tomor- row, no matter how many centres are opened today. community centres are opened today. Genuine Genuine results take time. results take time. -Ti3cyF^ BUnnS This is a case where the high road is certainly the hard one. The only way this city will see a lasting, self-sustaining drop in violent crime is if the core problems get addressed - homelessness, unemplo)Tnent and feelings of exclusion are harder to fight than Props to Humber student ^^ Bum on Reverend Al Bowen, for guns are to confiscate. last is perhaps - The the most important, since violent Jeff McEnery for winning the J7^^' saying those three scary words crimes are often concentrated in minority groups who feel tliat the government Tim Sims comedy award ~3-*— War Measures Act. does not stand up for tlieir needs. Monday Night. THE MIDDLE GROUND Props to people who buy and ^_^:>^ Bum on bOl C-74, which could Nobody is expected to simply walk the streets in fear while waiting for distribute fair trade coffee, for /^A^ tighten the man's grip on us all! >-^ " change to kick in, which is why increased police presence is necessary - to a helping farmers live the — — point. But lots of crimes are crimes of rebellion, in some fashion or another, lives they deserve. and that rebellion is often directed at the police. When stories of police bmtali- ty, especially towards young black men, appear in newspapers and on TV, it can cause a profound loss of confidence in the law.

When the city's response is to add more police or, as Bowen suggests, call in Props to the Humber Men's Bum on the increased tuition the army, the vicious cycle of crime begins. Rebellion against the police leads to Basketball team, currently rates that international students at - more police, which leads to more rebellion. So far, the city has done a good job undefeated for the season and ^ Humber have to pay they are of balancing the practical, immediate response of law-enforcement with the ranked number one in Canada. neeirly four times as high. more forward-thinking re.sponse of social programs. Ideas like Bowen's threaten to ruin this balance. Each generation will benefit more than the last, so long as people do not give up on the high road too quickly. Most importantly, a proper social response to 'Ibronto's violence epidemic sends the important message that those who run the city — who often seem very far away from Rexdale or Scarborough - are interested in more than just their own safety. Humber et Cetera—

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"Michael Chang has all the fire and passion of a public service announcement, so much so that he maites Pete Sampras appear fascinating." - Alex Ramsey.

Men's volleyball team rolls through George Brown, but falls to St. Clair to halt win streak

by terry bridge ing the underdog Huskies to stay than their opponent. SPORTS REPORTER in the game. Another aspect of success the

"It's not a mysteiy to know team is working on is avoiding The men's volleyball team that's a weaker team, and you mental I'rrors. soared over the George IJrown want your guys to jjlay better," he "Keep our heads on while we're

I liiskies with a straight-set win. said. "We linLshed 25-22 the fii-st on the court, remember not to

extending its winning streak to 10 game, and it should be 25-12. I'm make mental enora and we'll be sets in a row. not happy about that." all right." Audain said. Last Wednesday, Nov. 16, The playere agi'eed they didn't In the third set, the I lawks took Hawks cruised to a 25-22, 25-15 live up to their potential to start over the game after- trailing 3-2, and 25-16 victory. the game, something that has scoring the next 1 1 points, The Hawks' Hobby Anderson plagued them all season long. Adam Wilson and Joseph Yu Wcis naiTied player of the game "I felt like we could have done made acrobatic saves during a while leading all scorei's with 14 a little bit better in tlie first set," rally to secure a point late in the points, including 10 kills and two Jaron Audain said. "We brought it match, and the Hawks cmised to aces. together in the second and third. the win. IVen though the Huskies only We need to keep our heads on Wilkins was happy they look led twice during tlie entire game, when we are on the court and the victory, but was looking ahead with early 3-2 advantages in the everything will be good." to their next against St. Claii. second and third sets, Humber 'Fhe second set involved some game "The test is Sunday, we play a head coach Wayne Wilkins wasn't longer rallies, something that wore good team on Sunday," he said. "I entirely impressed with his team's the Huskies down as they only had expect them to be better- than the cllort. two substitutes compared to si.x for George Bi-owns, and the "We were shaky at best, espe- the Hawks. Sherndans, and more along the cially to stall the game," he said. Humber gathered a command- lines of what we've .seen at the 'A (win) is a (win) I guess, but I ing lead after being tied early on tournainents. We'll see, that will leally wish we would play better by using the extra bodies they had be the test to see whether or not against teams that are weaker tlie bench. on we aie ready." opponents." Late in the set Duane Mondesir 'I"he team is on a roll, but it is The first set was nothing but a great individual effort, made looking foi-ward to some stiffer net, as botli teams coinmitted sev- going for a spike, then jumping uj) competition. eral net violations and repeatedly for his after the own rebound "We've won 10 sets in a row or served the ball into tlie twine. Huskies blocked it and emphatical- whatever, but not against the top ly the ball to make tlie Neither team was able to gain slammed teams," Audain said. "So when we any trad- score 24-14. momentum as the teams start doing that, that's when I'll feel ed service errore to make the score Communication was something good." 19-17. the playere discussed in the past, Humber lost to St. Clair 3-1

Wilkins was disappointed his and it appears to be improving as and saw their regular season Mike Smith, 12, stands ready for Humber in last week's game. team started off so poorly, allow- the Hawks were much more vocal r'ecord slip to 2-2.

Raptors win one for fans over Shaq-less Teach English Heat with fourth quarter comeback Overseas by hentley small mat Atlanta Hawks. 10-point, fourth-quarter deficit into basketball fanatics in Toronto SPORTS EDITOR On Sunday Nov. 20, however, a strong finish. because of what they had gone

the Raptors managed to get one It was the first game I attended through. It may very well serve as

Saturday Nov. 5 this season and I can tell the m step ahead of their potential cellar- you one of this season's highlights. Ibronto basketball histo- weller partners by winning their atmosphere in tho.se final few min- Tough times are ahead for this ry was made. The Raptors started utes was electric. As the tide began first game of the season. They out- team, as youtli is served in the an NBA season at 0-3 for the first to turn, the energy in the building form of Chris Bosh, Charlie lasted the Miami Heat 107-94 in a Intensive 60-Hour Program time ever. History was then made grew and fans rose to their feet, Villanueva, Joey Graham and oth- contest closer than the final score again 0-4, 0-5, all the way to Classroom Management Techniques at up cheering on their previously belea- ers. But moments like tlie one indicates. 0-9. guered home squad. Over 17,000 Sunday, just after 3:30 p.m., help Throughout their record-setting Detailed Lesson Planning Ok, it may not exactly be histo- strong, chanting and waving. put a more positive spin on what losing streak to begin a season in ry it is worth noting. The team but It was a galvanizing moment for looks to be a long season. Comprehensive Teaching Materials Toronto, the Raptors found all didn't even do this badly in its first kinds of to lose. year in the league, 1995-96, when ways Internationally Recognized Certificate that kind of performance was Some close like their season- Teacher Placement Service expected. opener hosting Washington. Some 9im's agidin scHootwIio cm tovdm; That shows how far this once- blowouts like the one versus the Job Guarantee Included Well, mighty franchise has fallen. defending Eastern conference (But now sde'sgm Secause oftfie tdings Thousands of Satisfied Students "mighty" is probably a stretch. But champion Detroit Pistons, 117-84. it definitely played with more Others, like their games against heart and fervour and skill in those Ifdedtosee, Seattle and Philadelphia, were expansion years leading to three games where they had big deficits OXJOfD straight playoff appearances from J lb tHe one mding tfds, limplon to tHee; 2000-2002. but fought back, only to see its ral- Now some basketball pundits lies fall short. that fateful Sunday, the you see Her aroundscdoot, ^kase t£kr are calling for the Dinos to bottom But on If mmimmm over- team grabbed victory from the out in the entire league. Last www,oxfor(lseinin3rs.com all, worse tlian tlie pen'nnial door- jaws of defeat when they turned a Iksom.

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"Women have been trained to speak softly and carry a lipstick. Those days are over." - Bella Abzug (1920-98), U.S. Congresswoman and women's rights activist

The solution starts with learning to care My so cents

Toronto media outlets, and providers who shared the fonner end the violence. Hamming's story was retold as piolice station were forced to shut Police and many others say press raced to track down mem- down programs. Notified just over there are choices, and that the by alana lowe bers of the community he lived in before the move, FYI is with NEWS REPORTER a week and problem a small minority to get more infonnation about the other community agencies of people. They're wrong. These what is really going on. suspended their services because poor communities do not enjoy

Without the movie-style killing it was impossible to ran programs being poor or losing their children of his best friend, we wouldn't Emd pack all of their belongings at to gim violence. Toronto is number 49 on the have written more in-dejith stories the same time. Apparently the Many are young fathers, con- list of cities witli the most shoot- about the 17-year-old who didn't city needs to accomodate 50 cerned with feeding their chil- ing deaths in 2005. Youth have get a chance to raise his two- parking spaces for the neai'by dren, but they are they ones get-

died almost every week, and only month-old son, or about the hur- comlhouse. ting kicked out of what many still now ai-e politicians, mainstream dles he faced. The city moved FYI (which consider a racist school system media, and even some community His 18-year-old best friend provided progi-ams to Hemmings and pushed onto the streets.

activists jumping on the bandwag- cared. I le knew he too was going and Beckles) and tlie other com- Tliey are the ones no one wants

on to deal with the increase in to die as he held I lemmings, munity ser-vice agencies into an to hire because of negative and

murders across the GTA. It's quite bleeding from his gun wounds. abandoned I lydro building sever- enforced stereotypes.

interesting how a friend dying at Others knew as well, but no one £il blocks away. The once-cramped How cem we expect them not his best friend's funeral has really was there to protect Beckles, not space is virtually empty now, as to sell diTigs when we create and upped thi' ante, turning im|)ortant ewn the police. Pronoimced dead many local youth do not go to allow barriers that prevent them

people's heads and amplifying after being shot on the steps of this bigger and better place from getting a legal job? I low caji press coverage. tlie Toronto West Seventh-Day because they are afraid lliey may we expect them to keep jobs It's a shame, however, that we Adventist Church, midway get caught in the continuing gun- when their families ceui barely didn't care as much when the first through Hemmings' funeral serv- fire that claimed the lives of two alToitl to put food on the table, let life was lost this year. ice, the quiet, job-searching youth of their peers. alone provide them with TTC The details of Jamal didn't get a chance to father his Many continue to propose tickets to get to work? Hemmings' murder lay hidden 18-month-old daughter either. solutions, such as tougher gim It's so simple. We all just need amongst similar stories in the Youth workers at For Youth laws, more policing and more to care, and continue to care once G TA section of the Nov. 10 issue Initiative, a for youth by youth community programming. But few the media hype is gone. The vio- of the Toronto Star, the day alter community agency located near are addressing the fact that every- lence will stop once people aren't his death. In the following Keele Street and Eglinton Avenue one needs to care, understand disengaged from richer communi- Saturday's paper, Amon Beckles' West, said all of this could have and be held accountable for the ties that enclose them. They will story shone bright on the front been prevented. During the week murdered young, black men be equipped with the tools to con- page. Pictures and the stories of of Hemmings' death, FYI and five before politicians will provide tribute, because we will finally be botli victims have graced most other community .service more than Band-Aid solutions to telling them they belong.

Women in the House too far from common

by maryann simson pointing out that Canada appears Still, only four of the NDP's 18 ister in 1993 - for a whole four LIFE REPORTER to be digressing from women's MPs are women — pretty sad. months. issues. Only 20 per cent of the Nash told me that Canada is 36th So, who is to blame for our

Ibo many of today's young House of Commons is made up of in the worid for female represen- male-dominated and gender-blind people, women in particular, lack women. tation in pai'liament, behind a political system? Certainly not the a stance on politics. It's not tinat She especially singled out two range of countries from Rwanda Chretiens, Majtins and Campbells.

we don't have beliefs. Ask college Liberal leaders - and |)rinie min- to Wales. Kind of msikes one stop Nor is it any one party in particu- or univereity students how they isters - Jean Chretien and Paul and think, doesn't it? lar We, the next generation of feel about tuition hikes and you Martin, who always seem to have It is high time that women Canadians - women and men - will receive a bitter monologue a woman cabinet ininister around began playing a bigger role in the must vote to ensure equal repre- about education. Ask about abor- when the cameras are rolling. country. Sure, we accomplished sentation. We must educate our- tion, and you will certainly get a Though these women have some measure of equality back in selves first, then use our knowl- res|)onse. achieved some political promi- tlie '60s and '70s - but burning a edge to take a stance, have a

It is time we stood up and nence, their titles pack more bra doesn't get you a seat in the voice, and make a difference.

showed our elders that, when it punch thaji their actual jobs. Commons. And who's to say we It's time for us to get our self-

comes to political matters, we are 1 called Nash the next day and aien't slipping backward? absorbed heads out of the sand — just as tall and just as opinionated spoke to her for a good half-hour In tlie last decade, there were change is the only constant.

as they are. The best way to She is an active supporter of the more women politicians in Ladies, it is time to step up to express those beliefs is by voting. New Democratic Party, which is Canada tlian there ai-e today. Kim the political plate and swing for Peggy Nash wrote an article in at the forefront in Canada of Campbell even managed to the fences around the bastions of the Toronto Star a few weeks ago, equal representation of the sexes. become Canada's 19th prime min- power in this country.

What do you think is the number one cause of the recent violence in Toronto?

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Oprah Winfrey will appear on David Letterman's Late Show on Dec. 1 to promote her broadway show We Colour Purple, possibly ending their 'feud'. - ACP Website fights violence and stereotypes Musicians from Jane and Finch create an online community for peace

by drew seale lot better because they had some ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER more police," Forrester said. He said when he worked for Local Jane and I'inch musicians the station six years ago. they tried and artisLs are using a new website to do the .same tiling as Nguyen's to show the area in a positive hght, jane-finch.com and jiromote some in an attempt to imjirove the of the local areas.

neighhourhood's image and bring "It could be good, it might hcl|) it logctiicr. the community but really, only

i'aiil Nguyen, a Jane and F'inch some areas can be saved," stiid tlie

resident, has created tlie website I lumber sUident. "In a way. there witfi iriends. promoting the area's are a lot of bad eonimunilies that positive aspects. are underrated compared to Jane 'Pile w<'bsite aims to hel|) the and Finch." comnnmily both inside and out. it However the area has a long CD will create a source oi'piide as well way to go, according to resident as help tlie rest of the city to see a and York University student Paige INXS, Switch better side of tbc area. Williams.

"I tiiought it would be interest- "There are too many dilTerent Nov. 29 ing to let people know the history Jane-flnch.com plans to bring unity to the neighbourhood. people here," Williams said, "lb tie of the area," said Nguyen, a gradu- a community together people need

ate of York University. "Then I had Vietnamese rapper-turned- mainly hip-hop influenced but he to be willing to participate and a lot of peojile donating stuff like motivational speaker Chuckie would like other tyjies of music on people aren't willing to partici- articles and music." Akenz, and philosophical rapper the site as well. pate." Nguyen started the website in Blacus Ninjah are two names "There's a huge presence of Williams said the idea of local

2004 but he said he got the idea who've contributed articles and that kind of stulT here," Nguyen musicians banding together is

from the online community music to the website. said. "But I'm looking to do rock or great but the area is low income www.friendstercom and like-mind- The site is mn and paid for by pop." housing so a lot of people there ed sites two years earlier that allow Nguyen along with world-class Although the site has only been who are involved in gang activity

users to put up their profiles and martial arts experts Mark Simms established for a year it has won't have access to the Internet. meet new people. He had worked and Mark DeZilva and independ- already received a lai-ge amount of "It is people sharing music and

with local musicians to film music ent film actor Chris Williams. media attention, including City sharing a passion," Williams s£iid, videos and had done some record- Nguyen admitted that he did go Pulse, CBC's TJte National, Canada "but that's only hitting a small tar- ing so he put his work on his site. looking for funding in the past, but AM, the Toronto Star and Toronto get group." The website functions like an the area's bad reputation had an Sun. Nguyen is going to continue the online community, allowing local affect. Jonathan Forrester, a Humber fight to improve Jane and Finch's musicians to submit their work to "We did have some support Hospitality, Recreation and reputation and take his website to DVD Nguyen. There is also a forum for from politicians but nothing that Tourism student, used to work at international acclaim, without residents of Jane £ind Finch to talk will change anything." Nguyen CHRY 105.5, Jane and Finch's making a profit. Keane, Stranger about community-related i.ssues as said. "Most the content is explicit community radio station. "Basically, it's full time but no

well as post music links to their so I wouldn't botlier trying." "From what I've heaal, the area pay," said the Indie-film director - out now own material. Nguyen said that the area is in the last 10 years or so has got a "We have a lot of plans."

Hells Bells rang through Caps

Barrie's AC/DC tribute band performed at Humber

by lindsay butler ruses and encourage dancing "(Hells Bells) It ailed it. I ENTERTAINH/IENT REPORTER becau.se, "we'll never see any of again don 't kiiotv lioti' (Tom you anyways." Back for a second year in a The highlight of the night was Drennan) hits those row. Bairie-based AC/ DC tiibute when the band decided to pull " band I lells Bells rocked Caps last notes. eveiy female frotn the crowd on Wednesday. Nov. 1(S. stage to help with You Shook Me - Mct'.uiley J.mu-s, Formed in 1994, Hells Bells All Night Long. MOVIE

delivered two energetic seLs to the ( luelpli-Huniber student "I love AC/DC. this was a gieat Aeon Flux - Dec. 2 large crowd. show." said Guelph-I lumber .stu-

Decked out in a lace-U|) vest dent McCauley James. "I was a lit- and skin-tight bejeweled jeans. Playing classic fan favourites tle sceptical at firet. but these guys

Hells Bells lead singer lom Thunderstnick. Dirty Deeds Done nailed it. I don't know how that Drennan encouraged the crowd to Dirt Cheap and Highway to Hell. guy hits those notes." yell out their requests and drink Diennan passed the microphone The tight pants probably beer, his curly mullet bobbing to the crowd to help belt out cho- helped him. right along with his every move on stage. In full costume was guitarist Kvan Christopher, the Bells' an.swer to guitarist Angus Young, in a bright red velvet suit jacket and trademark shorts. Hells Bells delivered an amaz- ing show, and to anyone standing GAME outside Caps it sounded like an AC/DC live CD was on too loud. DS Mario and llieir firet set consisted of le.ss- er-known songs and after taking Luigi: Partners in an hour-long break with a bucket Time - Nov. 29 of Canadian (to soothe the lead Tom Drennan helped form singer's voice, no doubt) they came Christopher is Hells Bells' version of Angus. the band in 1994. back with all the hits. Guitarist Evan

http://ctcetera.humberc.on.ca 22 November 24, 2005 Sports ^

"We could probably put you back there and still believe that we can win." - Edmonton Eskimos' Joe IMontford to a reporter about who will start at quarterback. Hawks' hockey comes up short

by matt durnan The Hawks came out of their times as the teams exchanged SPORTS REPORTER group in second place after defeat- leads back and forth.

ing Seneca-York in tlieir first game. The Hawks got a real lift when Ilunibor College hosted its The Hawks fell 5-4 against they managed to kill olT two penal- annual t'xtramural hockey tourna- Georgian on a goal scored with lies in the last two minutes ment Thiii-sday Nov. 17 and Friday under 20 .seconds remaining in the of regulation time, keeping the Nov. 18 at Chesswood and game. score 2-2. Westwood arenas. In die playolT round robin, the The Hawks then went on to The tournament played host to Hawks were again d(>feated on a defeat the Sting 1-0 in a shootout. 18 collejje and uiii verity teams late goal, this time against VVitli one win and one loss, the from all over Ontario. Conestoga. team had to wait for the result of Jim Bialek, who is assistant ath- The Hawks outplayed the Conestoga versus Seneca to see if

letics director at I lumber as well as Condora for the majority of the they would move on to the finals.

coach of the Humber game, but were defeated 1 -0 on a Unfortunately for the Hawks, team, put the entire tournament goal with 17 seconds left to play. Seneca came out firing on all cylin- together In the team's second game of ders and easily himded the "I've been oi^anizing this tour- the playoff, the Hawks were up Condors a 6-0 loss. The rout nament for the last 20 years," said against a speedy and talented moved Seneca into the final and Bialek, who coached Humber's Seneca-Newnham team. sent the Hawks home. OCAA winning team in 2004. ITie game was fast-paced and Tlie Sting was defeated 3-2 by The tournament was set up in a had quite a bit of rough play, con- Mohawk College in the B Final modified round robin format sidering that this was a non-contact however, while Fleming College where every team would be guar- tournament. beat Georgian by a score of 3-1 in anteed four Momentum shifted numerous the final. Humber played hard, losing close games in extramural hockey. games. A

Opening round loss hurtful in the end by Justin holmes "They gelled very well as a Humber posted a strong

SPORTS REPORTER team. I was pleasantly surprised," win/loss record, but failed to make said coach Rick Bot. "The last the final round due to their first

Humber's strong performance game 1 think we were a little round 4-2 loss to rival Sheridan. was just not enough for the medal drained physically and mentally." Their next three games were rounds as the hosts of the 2005 The extramural tournament victories, taking a 4-0 match from extramural women's ice hockey saw 10 teams from across Ontario U of T's Mississauga campus, a 5-3 tournament. descend upon Westwood Arenas. win over Centennial and shutting An undefeated Durham team out Lanibton 4-0. took top honours in a tough match "Our team did very well, they First round loss from the Sheridan Bruins. The were well disciplined," said Bot, gold medal round was a scoreless to Sheridan keeps noting standout performances tie through three periods and over- Hawks from medals. from forward Emily Curcuruto, the time, until Durham's Leigh team's lead scorer with four goals Simpson managed to finally net a and two assists, and goalie Meghan shootout goal. 'ITie exhibition tournament is Hogarth. Hogarth volunteered to Humber's squad advanced to one of the highest levels of compe- play in net despite not having the bronzx" round, but lost in a 3-0 tition for many of the teams, as played the position in years. shutout pitched by a scrappy there is no women's hockey league Other notable scorers included McMaster team. in the OCAA. Becky Lundy, with three goals and two assists, and Erin McNally, who had four assists. With the tournament over, Bot

said he is looking into possibly get- ting the women's squad into some out-of-town tournaments for more competition. "I'm very happy i&iz^na about the way we played," he said. "All the giris gave their heart." Humber shut out Lambton with an impressive 4-0 victory.

B-BAR & WBi I The mles: CFL vs. NFL

1/2 Price Appetizers The CFL uses three downs instead of the four endzone come out to the 20-yard line if not nm in the NFL. If 10 or more yards are gained back and missed field goals are taken ftt)m the spot Monday to Friday 3:30 to 6:30 used through plays or penalties, another set of downs is of the kick. Saturday and Sunday 5:00 to 9:00 awarded. Tie games are settled by a shootout where one D| St Dancing The CFL uses 12 players on a field that measures team gets the ball from the opponent's 35-yard line Thursday, Friday and Saturday 110 yards long and 65 yards wide. The endzones and plays with conventional rules until they score or are 20 yards long and the goalposts are at the fh)nt lose possession of the football. The other team then of the endzone. gets the same opportunity. Kitchen open 'til />N^ The NFL uses 1 1 players on a field that measures In the regul£ir season, each team gets two 100 yards long and 53 yards wide. The endzones chances to score. If the game is still tied, that is the 2 a.m.! Dct^ are 10 yards long and the goalposts are at the back end result. of the endzone. In the playoffs, both teams alternate opportuni- 215 Carliiigview Dr. ties until one team comes out on top after an equal Missed field goals and punts must be run out of number of possessions. (Near Airport) the receiving team's endzone or they jdeld a single The NFL uses conventional rules throughout a This Offers fix)m the NFL where punts in file 15-minute overtime period. (416) 674-7772 point

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The movie Rush Hour 3 is finally in production after two years of waiting for Chris Tucker to sign on to return. It's scheduled for a 2007 release. - yahoo.com Humber is cream of comedy

College graduate wins Tim Sims award in contest by ethan rotberg with laughter with his stand-up "I'm not surprised at ail that ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER comedy routine. three of the comics were from

"I'm overwhelmed and also Humber," said finalist Kerr. "... If Jeff McEncry said he would get relieved," McEncry said .shortly you look at the history of the Tim the words "big deal" tattooed after receiving the award. "It was a Sim's Encouragement Fund, you'll across his knuckles with his piize two-montii process, from tlie pre- find that there's quite a bit of [Knny ^r.ili.im money. This was a part of liminaries to tonight. It's great, 1 alumni tliere." McKnery's comedy routine that can't ask for anything better." He lists Levi MacDougall and Artist Lynn Krogman Ceglar is featured in Guelph-Humber. helped earn the Humber grad The McEnery was bom and raised Tim Polley as former winners. Tim Sims award Monday night. in Acton, Ont. He entered With the hei|) from his prize llie Tim Sims Encouragement number's comedy program in money, McEnery will now contin- Iconic art gallery I'und, now in its ninth year, hon- September 2003, and received an ue to focus on his comedy career. our's ujj and coming comedians award for Humber College's best In May of this year he was signed by penny graham world, these arc ancient icons'," with a $3,500 cash award. first-year stand-up. Earlier this by Yuk Yuk's and is cunently one ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER said artist Mirella Cirfi Walton, The live nominees perfonned year he returned to Humber to of the youngest comediajis on their who also works at the school as the their comedy on Monday night at perform at the 2005 Humber shows' roster Students have a chance to view vice-president's assistant the 2005 Cream of Comedy at the Comedy Program Alumni Show. Also, as the winner of the an ancient art form that has exist- "We had to correct tlicm anti newly built downtown club. 'Hmnber was great," McEnery Cream of Comedy, lie will get to ed since medieval times at the say no, these were only done over Second City Studio 99. said. "It was a really gicat start for create a comedic short to air on Guelph-Humber art gallery, which the last two years." 'Hie show was hosted by Jon me. It helped encourage me to get The Comedy Network, which he is is ho.sting the Byzantine Icon Eor many of the artists, iconog- Dore, a corres|)ondeni on the CIV on stage." looking forward to. Exiiibition 2005. raphy, which is the [jrocess of cre- show Canadian Idol, and was taped McEnery wasn't the only come- The Tim Sims award was The show, which e.vhibiLs nine ating an icon, is a iiobby. for future broadcast on The dian that night with ties to named after the well-known artists, is a final |)rojecl for a group "They don't normally show Comedy Network. Humber. In fact, tiiree of the live comedic perfonner, wiiler, direc- of seven Guelph-1 lumber event their work," said student curator McEncry, 21, came away witli nominees came from llumbcr's tor and charity lundraiser from management students. Scott Kirby. "'I'hey nomially do il tlie award after getting the audi- comedy program. The others were Toronto. Sims passed away in They were given a $1,500 for themselves." ence of over 100 people roaring Mack Lawrenz and Bob KeiT. 1995. budget from the school to run the riie opening night on Nov. 16 event. was payoff for the hard work of The exhibition showcases team members Kirby, Carolyn Byzantine Iconography. They are Daliyni|)le. Kyan Singh, Ginpieet portraits ol religious figures such Riyait, Trupti Mistry, Amanda as Mother Mary, and are used to Farina and Sintuja Mukuntlian.

represent the real presence of its llie assignment, which is worth subject in places of prayer. about 60 per cent of their linal

'ITie artists created them using gi-ade, is designed to teach stu- the same techniques and materials, dents how to oi-ganize a profes- such as egg tempera and gold leaf, sional event.

that have been used since "It's a lot of work, but it's fun," medieval times to achieve the said events management student characteristic jewel-like tones. Carolyn Dalrymple. "It's more I'hey are also inspired by tradi- planning, so you have to get a hold tional ancient icons. of the catena, and you have to "It's using an original icon as a make arrangements for the

prototype and trying to follow it tables. . reasonably closely, but not exactly "We had to meet with the

copy it," said guest artist Lynn artists every Thursday for about

Krogman Ceglar. five or six weeks ... We watched

This is the second exhibition for them paint, it was really neat. the group. Its first was at Toronto Everyone sees the finished prod- City Hall in 2003, during Pope uct, but we got to see them work-

John Paul's last visit. ing on it." The group is proud of its work. The art exhibit is open from 10 "The biggest compliment that a.m. to 6 p.m. and will run until we had is we overheard one tour Nov. 30. Humber grad Jeff McEnery won the Tim Sims award, which included a $3,500 cash prize, at group say, 'these have been lent the 2005 Cream of Comedy awards. in He graduated from the comedy program 2003. from museums from all over the

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by mark gutHramw of tlie montli had already played a bands that did some recording and 0ITERTAINME^frREroRTH^ successful show at Toronto's toiiring around Toronto before Sneaky Dee's. breddng up around the same time In a debut as well received as The band hopes to conttitue its in 2004. could have been widied for, Dead success and pans^ its passion into "Between the two of our old End Street burst onto the Toronto e full-time gig. bands, we've played at the Opera indie txjck scene just a few short "Vfe'd all love to succeed at tlouse, the Horseshoe Tavern, the weeks after coming together to do this, we'd all love to be able to EIMocambO and a bundi of other

what it loves. make a living off fliis," Burt said. Toronto venues, and we plan on Consisting of Matt Burt, a "Even if that means touring the hitting.tiiem with Dead End Street j Humber second-year post gradu- counUy and driving in some beat- in the near fiitiffie, followed by

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lli-st people to purchase an Jackson's King Kong, which is Anyone intense. 1 was a big fan of Xbox 360 in North based on the upcoming film of the the old Xbox. America. Select \i?> Games same name. Hspccially Halo 2." and Best Buy locations were For $399.99 gamers can pur- i ) ,.^m and Halo open at midnight so tliat chase the basic core Xbox 360 sys- / A^Sj^^ Through the those who reserved the sys- tem, which includes a wired con- Jf %^W use of USB 2.0 ' slots, Xbox 360 tem would be able to pick it troller. ^^ up right when the Tuesday Gamers looking to fully delve owners will be able to Nov. 22 release date hit. into the Xbox 360 experience can connect an abundance of The new system allows pickup a bundle for $499.99 that high-tech devices right into the .sys- gamers to connect with each includes a 20GB hard drive, a looking tem. By connecting a digital cam- other in a way never before headset for commimication when to pick up the 360 should act fast, era to the 360, usei-s can view available through Xbox battling online, and an Ivtliernet as the console should be in short their photos as a slideshow on TV. Live online semce. cable tt) get you connected. supply once holiday shopping In the future, this feature could "Players record and iden- While the price may seem begins. Reservations for the system also possibly be used to map a face onto an in-game char- tify player skills and then steep, Oliviera believes the .system at HB Games stores have already gamer's instantly connect with other is a whole new level of game play- been pushed back until early acter or import various pictures to players online who have ing. 2006. customize parts of a game. Music similar ability, interest or "Those who are really looking While the original Xbox was lovers can connect their iPod or Gamers lined up at Best Buy to test lifestyle," said Chris to elevate their gaming experience, ridiculed by the gaming coniniuni- any other Ml'3 size player to the system and rip songs out the new Xbox 360. Oliviera, HB Games' public as well as inlegiate their entertain- fy for its larger than average to the optional hard drive, allowing gamers to listen to their music as a . V custom soundtrack while playing WATCHE any 360 game. SAM'S Aside from tlicsc features, the JEWELLERY s Xbox 360 fully supports a wide array of disc media, including einci DVDs, CDs, MF'3s or jpeg CDs. We BUY • Specialize In Italian Gold ^ -'o^^ \ Fans of multiplayer action aiinici 14K, 10K will to that just like N

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"We've both won one and this is going to be the grudge match and we want to make sure that we walk away with that victory." - IVIontreai QB Anthony Calvilio Eskimos hold on to claim West

90-yard touch- This playoff run hasn't been expect everyone to play Sunday, by Stephen leithwood for a second consecutive week. when he threw a shut- SPORTS REPORTER On the other side of the field, down pass to Simon, the longest easy for the Eskimos. The week so the Eskimos will have to B.C. Lions quarterback Dave scoring play in Lion history. before they survived the Calgary down Montreal's decisive rushing Semifinal, regular season rush- 'llie Edmonton l^skimos defeat- Dickenson was busy at work put- Stampede in a Western game (2,147 their record against ing yards) and play smart against a ed tlie B.C. Lions in last Sunday's ting up points. enhancing Maas made a second cxjnfident Anthony Calvilio. battle; and earned tlie right to face The Lions constructed a come- Western teams. Calvilio. Montreal's starting the Montreal Alouettes in the 93rd back to tie the game 21-2! in tlie consecutive relief save Montreal (10-8) has faced (11-7) in tlie Grey quaiterback, threw a league-high Grey Cup ne.xt week in Vancouver third quarter Edmonton Cup liskimos quarterback Jason Witli four minutes remaining in before. This will be the third time 5,556 passing yards this season, only 19 interceptions, ju.st last Maas replaced stailer Ricky Ray to the game, Dickenson was replaced It didn't matter that the in four yeare. and last teams CEL's offensive lead the 1-^skimos to a 28-23 victo- by 24-year-old backup Casey Eskimos had ess possession. The time these two week was named witli a met was in late August, and player of the week. ry at tlie Icons' homestead crowd Printere who led the Lions with a because the Lions struggled penalties. Edmonton won by 10 points. Ray. the CEL's highest paitl of 37,337 in the CI'L West final. final attack, whipping a pass into total of 12 Ray's pcrfomiance amounted the end zone and wide over Geroy And these teams have also Despite the fact lunning back player, will start for the ILskiinos. 12 times in the Robert Edwards cracked some ribs llie Grey Cup, sold out with to completing 17 of 28 passes for Simon's head. faced each other replaced, playoffs, Edmonton winning nine during the victory over the 59,195 fans, is on Sunday, Nov. 27 207 yards, so it was no suiprise Despite being Argonauts, the Alouettes 6 p.m. Maas was sent in to replace him Dickenson made Lions history of those bouts. Toronto

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Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie stepped out togetlier Sat. atTlie Muhammad Ali Center's Grand Opening Gala marking their first official public outing. - etonline.com Fans of the book Authors get help at Writers' Circle by Stuart service lished author from Ktobicoke. novel. Miss You Like Crazy, was ENTERTAINMENT REPORTER Since the publication of her chil- shortlisted for the Stephen think Potter stinks dren's book / Miss Franklin P Leacock Medal for Humour and Writers looking to improve Shuckles. in 1998, Snihura has had llie Trillium Book Award. She was by dominik kurek tlieir skills were given professional trouble getting her work noticed. also a former creative wiiting pro- NEWS REPORTER advice at the Humber Writers' "I've had a hard time getting fessor at Humber. She spoke about Circle held at the Lakeshore anything else published so it's just her journey as a writer and gave The fourth installment of the Campus last Saturday. kind of frustrating," she said. She advice to tlie aspiring authors. Hany Potter movie series has yet Participants paid a fee of $25 to wanted feedback on her v^^^ting "If you're waiting for accolades aj;ain caused long lines of F^otter have the first page of a manuscript from someone "other than my hus- and big bucks, for most |)eo|3le it's fans to llock to theatres this past critiqued by John Pearce, a literary band and my seven-year-old who not going to happen," she said to weekend. agent of Weslwood Creative will always tell me... it's perfect." the crowd of would-be writers. Many of them airivcd hours Ailists which represents many Award-winning author Hliza "It's in the writing, Uiat's where early for this magical movie, yet it notable fiction writers including Clark was the featured speaker at Uie delight is." The next Writers' was a disappointment. Yan Martel (Life of Pi) and the Writers' Circle. Her debut Circle will take place Jan. 15. Hami Potter and the Goblet of Rohinton Mistry (A Fine Balance). Fire is based on the top selling Mach entry was shown novel by J.K. Howling. With anonymously on a projector and mature themes of dating and jeal- critiqued in a lecture room ousy, as well as deception and Harry and the gang grow up conveniently curved in a semi- this film should have the circle seating arrangement. death, in The Gob/et of Fire. formula lor greatness. However, there's something about students in school. Participants fee missing from the puzzle - editing. '/Tie Goblet of Fire revolves pri- paid a There is nothing woree than a marily around the IViwizard of $25 to have the first movie witli landom jumps from roumameril, a contest in which page of a manuscript one scene to the next. Tlie Goblet of three champions from three dilfer- Fire left the viewer asking "how enl wizarding schools compete for critiqued by John (lid they end up here?" iKjiiour and personal gloiy. Pearce, a literary It feels like watching a random rhi're is very little touched on series of events, remotely connect- in the rest of the movie, which agent of Westwood makes it lose realism, sometliing ed and strangely assembled. Creative Artists. Ilie reason for this is tliat con- the previous movies tackled .suc- densing over 600 pages of a book cessfully. into just over two hours of film A huge upside to the film is the "The little game we're playing was perhaps director Mike cincmatogi-aphy. It is beautiful in here today is tfiat I just look at the Newell's biggest challenge in this film and the creatures look first page of something and decide shooting the film. real and alive. Hany's broom fly- whetlier I'd read the second page," little 'Uie Goblet of Fire is the longest ing, though of it was shown, he said. "If I really love that first in the series to date - twice as long was much more realistic than in page ... 1 might ask somebody to as Prisoner ofAzkahan. previous films. send the whole book." The movie should have been Though this movie has its share Pearce said he would continue longer to allow room for a few of faults, it is still a worthwhile see. reading eight of the 20 manu- scenes to connect the parts, as well While lacking in story line, the lat- scripts submitted, including the as adding more classroom time, est installment of Potter is appro- entiy by Ulana Snihura, a pub- which is essential as the movie is priate for all ages. A CAREER UNE CARRERE

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You can't just stay the same; year-in, year-out, you've always got to try - and get better." Toronto Argonauts' linebacker Michael Fletcher after Argos' loss.

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