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Head full of tricks and treats It's Halloween! CULTURE  pages 16 & 17 02 News 03 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter Looking for listings? Of dinosaurs and people CAMPUS & COMMUNITY LISTINGS AND Cover Image 5 ways to survive VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES  page 8, An image depicting a Hindu sadu Why was there a UWSA (wandering practitioner) from Winnipeg Creationist museum Halloween with your MUSIC  page 12, photographer Gerry Kopelow's new solo by-election this month? FILM & LIT  page 14, exhibition "Where the Buddha Walked" teaches that people waistline intact GALLERIES & MUSEUMS  page 14 & 15, Now showing at Gallery 1C03 at the University of Winnipeg walked with dinosaurs, THEATRE, DANCE & COMEDY  page 15, See story in next week's issue of campus NEWS  page 6 Culture  page 19 AWARDS AND FINANCIAL AID  page 18 The Uniter. Earth is 6,000 years old

Ethan Cabel News UNITER STAFF Beat Reporter

Managing Editor Global protest groups oppose Church of Scientology Aaron Epp » [email protected] “God is not the God of half people,” said Business Manager John Feakes, sitting at the back of the Oxford Church of Scientology in Geoffrey Brown » [email protected] Bible Church, his one leg restlessly jerking up and down. Winnipeg since 1981 and PRODUCTION MANAGER “God is the God of full people.” Ayame Ulrich » [email protected] Feakes is the creator of Winnipeg’s going strong copy and style editor Christian Evidences museum, which grew Britt Embry » [email protected] out of his basement rec room in 2007 and into the Oxford Bible Church, a meeting Lauren Parsons Photo editor Cindy Titus [email protected] place for the Christian reformist sect, the Beat Reporter » Plymouth Brethren. news assignment editor The museum is made up of archaeologi- Andrew McMonagle » [email protected] cal artifacts, fossils and books meant to prove The Church of Scientology (COS) is one of the news production editor that the Earth was created in six days, that most criticized religions in the world. Kristy Rydz » [email protected] humans walked with dinosaurs and that the Founded in 1952 by science-fiction writer L. planet is only 6,000 to 7,000 years old. Ron Hubbard, Scientology provides a number of arts and culture editor “I believe that the creationist has the in- courses and services to its members and the pub- Matt Preprost » [email protected] tellectual high ground in this debate,” he lic in order to expand its beliefs and practices. comments editor said, before launching into a theological Ethan Cabel The COS has been in Winnipeg since 1981 Andrew Tod » [email protected] argument. Creationist John Feakes displays artifacts and his beliefs in the Oxford Bible Church, the new location of his museum which first began in his basement years ago. and according to Evelyn Watterson, executive Feakes sees spiritual continuity between listings co-ordinator director of the Winnipeg Church of Scientology, J.P. Perron [email protected] the original sin of Adam and Eve and the ul- things have not changed much since then. » timate crucifixion and resurrection of Jesus Still, there are a lot of skeptics. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION BY JORDAN JANISSE Campus beat reporter Christ, who “saved us” from that sin. evolution in the (United) States,” said John Bible, Brubacher also points to a more per- up accepting a lot of ridiculous claims,” said “If someone is a complete skeptic, they don’t The Church of Scientology attracts protestors world-wide as well as right at home in Winnipeg at their downtown Karlene Ooto-Stubbs » [email protected] “The scripture can’t be broken,” he ex- Brubacher, a biology professor at Canadian sonal and spiritual reason for the denial of Gem Newman, 26, a computer scientist and understand religion at all,” she said. headquarters. beat reporter plained, adding that Jesus makes direct refer- Mennonite University (CMU). “It gets at the evolutionary biology. the founder of Winnipeg Skeptics, a local Watterson said that many non-believers find Ethan Cabel » [email protected] ence to creation in Mark 10:6 and Matthew core of how you read the Bible.” “The sense ... that we are one organism secular group committed to the advancement their information solely on the Internet and In 2008, according to a CTV news report, the “(Scientology members) are mostly good peo- 19:4. Brubacher believes in God as well as evo- among many is a threat to how a lot of peo- of skeptical thinking. have not done enough research to know what local chapter donned masks and protested out- ple with the best intentions – like you and me,” Beat reporter For Feakes, these passages prove that lution and interprets Genesis as an allegori- ple view their faith,” he said, adding that the “Creationists are often grossly Scientology really is. side of the COS’s 315 Garry St. location, claim- he said. Sonya Howard » [email protected] Christ, the “ultimate authority” on all mat- cal myth. idea of human superiority over animals is re- uninformed.” As L. Ron Hubbard wrote over 50 books re- ing the organization intimidates members to He feels that people may be lured into the beat reporter ters, regarded Genesis as historic truth. inforced by Jesus in passages like Matthew Group members like Ashlyn Noble, a lated to Scientology, Watterson thinks that dis- keep them from leaving the faith. COS by one of their notably appealing features, Lauren Parsons » [email protected] That truth is bolstered by the genealogies “I believe that the 6:26 and 10:29. 22-year-old biology student at the University believers should at least pick up one of his books After multiple email attempts to contact the Oxford Capacity Analysis (OCA), a free per- found in the book of Genesis, which list the “But for me, just because we can trace our of Winnipeg, plan to confront Feakes during culture reporter creationist has the and read it before they cast criticisms. Anonymous, no messages were returned. sonality test. Robin Dudgeon [email protected] descendants of Adam and Eve up to Abraham ancestry back doesn’t mean we can’t have a an upcoming tour of the museum. “It’s not a belief system – it’s here to help peo- Still the group is backed by support of people “The ‘test’ is rigged to give you a feedback » and confirm Earth’s young age, he added. intellectual high ground spiritual life or spiritual significance.” “The goal is to reach the wider commu- ple get support in their lives,” she said. that always leads to you requiring a Scientology Feakes, despite his confidence and enthu- in this debate.” While Brubacher remains sympathetic to nity,” she explained, adding that several Watterson explained the COS is less like a “If you don’t ignore them it course to better yourself,” he explained. “It has CONTRIBUTORS: siasm for creationism, is a minority in the Christians who feel reluctant to accept evolu- members have signed up for a tour. church and more like a university where you fuels why they’re out there.” absolutely nothing to do with science.” Christian community. Most denominations – John Feakes, creationist tion, others will directly challenge any form “I think it’s important ... to bridge the gap work your way up through the system. Courses Jennifer Kowbel, a former student at Red Aranda Adams, Matt Austman, have roundly accepted evolution as the guid- of religious faith. between science and faith.” at the COS range from $55 to $1,600. – Evelyn Watterson, executive director, Winnipeg River College, took the test when she was 15 Ezra Bridgman, Justin Charette, ing principle of modern biology. Although he believes that creationism is “Resistance to science and resistance to Some of the most common criticisms of Church of Scientology years old. Justin Currie, Ellie Einarson, “You certainly see more vocal resistance to the result of a literal interpretation of the evolution is just a bad idea because you end Scientology include that it is a cult and aims to “The free personality test intrigued me ... but Garrett Elias, Gregory Furmaniuk, take money from members, spurring organized who share their ideals from all over the world. I'm not 100 per cent sure if it's for just them to Will Gibson, Brittany Hildebrandt, protests both locally in Winnipeg and globally. “I support and salute all the peaceful and legal use for their benefit or for an actual personality Jordan Janisse, Adam Johnston, Wearing someone else’s heart on your sleeve When asked how the COS reacts to these activities Anonymous do,” said Andreas Heldal- test,” she said. Arlen Kasdorf, Julie Knott, Charmaine Mallari, Miguel protests, Watterson said they ignore it. Lund, creator of “Operation Clambake” at She said the testing process took almost two McKenna, Sagan Morrow, Sarah How religious affiliation “If you don’t ignore them it fuels why they’re xenu.net, another anti-Scientology website from hours and when she was done they gave her an Reilly, David Seburn, Sara Shyiak, has the right to refuse to sell a donation that out there,” she noted. Norway. “I aim to reduce the number of people analysis of her personality and explained which Aaron Snider, Jon Sorokowski, does – and doesn’t – may be deemed unacceptable by the faith The most prolific of these groups is called who had their life ruined because (of what) they courses would work best for her. Katerina Tefft, Catherine van associated. Anonymous, an Internet forum-based group. never were told.” “I never went back,” she said. “I couldn't get Reenen, J. Williamez impact second-hand thrift “If you were a devoted Christian and some- Their mandate is to bring forth to the public eye Heldal-Lund believes that people have the my head around how an author could start a re- one donated a bunch of anti-Christ T-shirts, unethical actions they claim to be done by the right to make their own choices in life and does ligion based on science-fiction.” stores you wouldn't feel comfortable selling them COS. not criticize all members of the COS. The Uniter is the official student newspaper of the in your store,” she said. University of Winnipeg and is published by Mouseland Press Inc. Mouseland Press Inc. is a membership Johnson refuses to shop at her once fa- based organization in which students and community vourite thrift store, and former employer, for members are invited to participate. For more Lauren Parsons other reasons. BY Arlen Kasdorf information on how to become a member go to www. uniter.ca, or call the office at 786-9790. The Uniter Beat Reporter “They (Value Village) used to be the place Q: Do you think the city of Winnipeg should celebrate the religious holidays is a member of the Canadian University Press and to go for anything second hand – but what or a generalized winter holiday season? Campus Plus Media Services. is driving people away is that they are charg- SUBMISSION OF ARTICLES, LETTERS, GRAPHICS AND With spiritual beliefs often forced into the ing department store prices,” she said. “I can PHOTOS ARE WELCOME. Articles must be submitted in closet, shoppers of thrift stores in Winnipeg go to the mall and buy a brand new pair of text (.rtf) or Microsoft Word (.doc) format to editor@ uniter.ca, or the relevant section editor. Deadline may be surprised to know many shops are jeans for 20 bucks, walk into Value Village Jimi Jegede, third-year Amanda Panteluk, third- Andrew Walker, Grade 11 for submissions is 6:00 p.m. Thursday, one week run by religious groups. and find the same pair but used – but hey, before publication. Deadline for advertisements is Mandie Johnson, a former Value Village same price.” biochemistry student year education student student at the Collegiate noon Friday, six days prior to publication. The Uniter “I think it is fine as it is. “I personally celebrate “A generalized winter reserves the right to refuse to print submitted employee, has been shopping at second-hand Johnson believes that a thrift store should Just keep it the same.” Christmas, but I don't think season would probably material. The Uniter will not print submissions that thrift stores for more than half her life since meet the needs of people who shop there, we should discriminate make most people happy, are homophobic, misogynistic, racist, or libellous. We receiving her first pay cheque at age 13. adding that most people who shop there also reserve the right to edit for length and/or style. against other beliefs.” but the Christians might Having grown up purchasing clothes and need the kind of relief the outlets offer. Charmaine Mallari not like it. But they've had other goods in these stores, she does not feel “I prefer to shop at thrift stores that I know While cruising the racks at your local thrift shop, you might not realize that religion plays a role in what you find. their way for the past few CONTACT US » that there are any discerning features between are affiliated with the Salvation Army because thousand years anyway.” General Inquiries: 204.786.9790 religious or non-religious affiliated stores. I know my money is being used for good, not Advertising: 204.786.9790 Editors: 204.786.9497 “I am not swayed by whether or not there just profit,” she said. beliefs, we have a behind-the-scenes recycling ing patient services. Fax: 204.783.7080 is a religious affiliation with the store because According to Jenn Bregman, executive centre in our warehouse.” Carol Kribbs, president of the White E-mail: [email protected] it does not make a difference to the products director for the prairies region of Salvation The in-warehouse recycling centre turns Cross Guild, said they get a lot of donations Web: www.uniter.ca in the store,” she said. Army thrift stores, her Christian-based orga- old t-shirts into rags and other environmen- from friends of staff but use any donations LOCATION » nization does just that. tally friendly initiatives. they receive. Linda Ferrell, cook, John Thompson, owner, Darren Sabel, Room ORM14 “One of our main objectives is to have af- The Salvation Army’s thrift store has been “We throw nothing out,” she said. “Things Mamiwitcha The Bookman contractor, Winnipeg University of Winnipeg “I am not swayed by whether Sun 515 Portage Avenue fordable clothing for all walks of life,” she ex- run as part of the organization for the past 100 that we might not sell in the store are donated “Everybody believes in “Dec. 25th is the only one Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2E9 or not there is a religious plained. “The mission of the Salvation Army years and all proceeds go back into the orga- to one of the 20 charities we support.” Jesus and have their I notice. Where would you “We don't need to change things. Keep affiliation with the store is so important to the community – every nization’s community and social services. Kribbs agrees with Johnson and Bregman own religious beliefs, so end up drawing the line?” new face that comes through the door is an A newer thrift store initiative, Just Like on the most common theme in helping the we should keep it the things the way they because it does not make a same. Religions should are.” opportunity to reach out.” New to You, has been run by the White Cross growth of the community. be spoken without fear.” Mouseland Press Board of Directors: difference to the products in The Salvation Army has a very specific list Guild out of the Health Sciences Centre “It’s very important to keep prices Michael Rac (chair), Shawn Coates, Courtney the store.” of things that are not accepted as donations (HSC) since 2005. low for everyone,” she said. “There is no Berthelette, Clayton Winter, Alex Freedman, for health and safety standards but, according The store is run mostly by retired nurses discrimination.” Shannon Sampert, Brian Gagnon, Kelly Ross, – Mandie Johnson, thrift store shopper Caroline Fisher, Ben Wickstrom and Fabian to Bregman, all donations can be used. and do not officially affiliate themselves with Suarez. “We appreciate all donations,” she said. “If any religion. All proceeds from the store go However, Johnson did note that any store it can’t go in the store because of our religious towards initiatives within HSC, like improv- For inquiries e-mail: [email protected] 04 News News 05 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter Local Learn a little, love a lot Slacking off in sex ed International Smaller spiritual Their dedication to non-violence is so great Not having an outside governing body like Chad Smith, executive director of the that they will not eat root vegetables such as other religions or church denominations al- Rainbow Resource Centre, believes that News Briefs News Briefs communities directed potatoes, onions or garlic. lows them great freedom to believe whatever funded independent schools should be Compiled by Aaron Snider Compiled by Jon Sorokowski "Because they can sprout by themselves they choose. given less autonomy on matters of sexual towards non-violence, they are understood by the Jains to have two “We believe that there is more than one education. SA Miner’s Union: mine sense capacities,” Menzies said. "So you are path to the truth,” Rochester said. “If you are receiving public funding and safety poor acceptance and healing doing more violence to complicated beings Denis Prairie also believes that everyone there’s a provincial curriculum that’s man- Citizens voice concerns SOUTH AFRICA: Three miners died by eating potatoes." has their own road to travel. dated, sex ed should be fully covered,” he last Friday in separate incidents at over water deal Also with a small voice in the spiritual After his marriage fell apart, he left said, adding that schools should inform stu- A virtual town hall on the 30-year water Arlen Kasdorf three mines across South Africa, community are the Unitarian Universalists. Catholicism in search of deeper meaning. He dents about all sexual orientations and gen- Reuters reported. The National Union and waste deal the City of Winnipeg has Volunteer Their belief is monotheistic, rejecting the looked for acceptance in his own path, part der identities. made with Veolia reached over 44,000 of Mineworkers (NUM) expressed their idea of the trinity of God, and Universalist, of which includes witchcraft. “We have youth that come into the cen- alarm at the frequency of fatalities Winnipeggers last Thursday, Oct. 21. The which essentially is a faith that believes that Owner of Shifting Sands Metaphysical, a tre where their parents, their school and their town hall, hosted by the Winnipeg Citizens’ in South Africa, where last year 165 Coalition, Water Watch, the Council of With mainstream religions dominating God would not send any of his children to store dedicated to helping people understand community don’t know they’re coming in,” miners lost their lives on the job. Canadians and CUPE, revealed that 91 per news coverage, smaller religions and spiritual hell. and follow their spiritual path, Prairie believes he said. “I think for lots of kids, especially One of the workers killed last week cent of citizens polled during the call want teachings are often left with little to no voice “One of the strengths of our faith is that that his belief is at the centre of all others. when they’re queer kids, inadequate sex edu- is suspected to have inhaled noxious the mayor to reveal details of the contract to explain their views in today’s society. we draw wisdom from all the world’s religions “All religion ... comes down to witchcraft,” cation can result in misconceptions of what gases at Impala Platinum’s Rustenburg before the civic election. Winnipeggers Jainism is one such religion. and from many holy texts,” Reverend Millie he said. “Witchcraft started first." their sexuality means.” operation. A spokesperson for Impala were contacted by phone, answering According to Dr. Robert Menzies, a reli- Rochester of the First Unitarian Universalist He feels that most people misunderstand Heatherington, despite her day-to-day Platinum said that investigations machine and voice mail messages and were gion professor at the University of Winnipeg, Church of Winnipeg said. witchcraft. White witchcraft is using healing struggles, has no problem expressing herself. were continuing, but that operations invited to ask questions of the panelists. Jains make up only one per cent of the popu- She believes that acceptance of all faiths energy, while dark witchcraft is exploiting de- She could go to a public school if she had not been delayed. South Africa Many citizens raised concerns about the lation in India, even though the religion has and spiritual beliefs are ways to end our fear structive energy, he explained. wanted to, but chooses instead to stick with is the world’s largest producer of secrecy of the long-term agreement and a been around just as long as Buddhism. of each other and heal our relations. Part of white witchcraft is in the use of the familiar. platinum and the fourth largest in private company providing public services, "The one primary belief that colours ev- This may be the reason why so many dif- candles. Prairie says he always burns candles “I grew up with these kids,” she said, add- Cindy titus gold production. the town hall organizers said in a news erything else (in Jainism) is ahimsa, or non- ferent backgrounds attend their services. in the store to heal energies. Schools that are only partially funded by the provincial government, like St. Boniface Diocesan High School, ing that she’s been friends with a number release. Under the agreement, Veolia will New police chief in violence," Menzies said. “You could come out on Sunday morning “It's healing the negative energies within have the authority to determine large portions of their own sex education curriculums. of students for years. “If I went to a public upgrade and maintain Winnipeg’s water Followers are so dedicated to this tenet they and be sitting next to a Buddhist, an atheist, a us,” he said. “It's candle magic, it's white school I’d have to get to know everyone all Mexico breaks mould and sewage facilities. will not take jobs in the military or police, pagan, a Christian, a Jew,” she said. “The pos- magic.” over again.” MEXICO: Twenty-year-old Marisol Province promotes local food manufacturing weapons or even as farmers. sibilities are practically endless.” Government subsidized in Manitoba, teaching just over 14,000 Valles Garcia has become police chief The province will support a campaign students. of a district near one of Mexico’s most to get Manitobans to buy and more easily private schools given Over 13,000 of those students are enrolled Manitoba’s Independent violent cities, CNN reported last week. identify locally produced foods with over House churches sprouting up in Winnipeg too much leeway on sex in 60 government-subsidized independent Schools: Funded and Many are calling Valles Garcia Mexico’s $700,000, according to a media release. institutions. non-funded bravest woman after she was the only The provincial government will work with Smaller sizes aim to the church was the centre of society.” education, critics say These schools, because they meet provin- applicant to accept the police chief the Manitoba Food Processors Association Supporters of the home church movement cial standards, receive 50 per cent of their position. The criminology student to “help make Manitoba products easier increase accessibility note that some people prefer the smaller con- funding from the government and are re- Funded will lead a police force composed to identify,” agriculture minister Stan gregation sizes. quired to teach the Manitoba curriculum – a Funded independent schools receive 50 per cent largely of unarmed officers in a Struthers said in the release. The two- “Home churches are making church more Ethan Cabel curriculum that includes sex education. region where past police officers have year campaign is part of a five-year Buy of their funding from the provincial government Sonya Howard accessible,” Cormie said. “Sometimes people Beat Reporter “Most schools will provide resources for so long as they abide by the following conditions: been abducted and killed in Mexico’s Manitoba initiative designed to increase Beat Reporter could feel lost in larger churches.” teachers to address it (sex education) in ac- ongoing drug war. Valles Garcia plans public awareness of local products. A Buy establish an incorporated board of directors and While Viola and Cormie note that in- cordance with their beliefs,” said David Yeo, an elected parent advisory board, hire Manitoba to focus on creating dialogue to Manitoba survey suggests most Manitoban dispel fear in her communities and to shoppers would support local food terest in home churches is increasing, it is In high school, the pressure to change who the Manitoba provincial director of educa- certified teachers and teach the Manitoba next to impossible to count the number in you are, and the struggle to fit in, can con- tion administrative services. curriculum, along with other administrative focus on programs that will improve producers, but better labelling is necessary communication and cooperation to improve awareness. A new but old form of church, based out of Winnipeg. sume everything. It can linger from the Yeo added that controversial issues like responsibilities. houses, is starting to take root in Winnipeg. “The vast majority are under the radar,” moment you enter Grade 9, right up until sex education and the required teaching of between neighbours. Flowers delivering happiness They are given limited autonomy to set their These types of churches, also called or- said Viola. “You could have five in your graduation. evolution must achieve prescribed learning own religious studies curriculum and some lee- Google Street View The Winnipeg Harvest and Floral ganic, go beyond the living room bible study neighborhood and would never know.” And no one knows that better than Kay outcomes. How those outcomes, such as the Philanthropy have partnered to recycle way to meet provincial outcomes while still com- encounters resistance flowers from weddings, birthdays and group. One group that occasionally meets in Heatherington. importance of sexual responsibility, are met is municating religious or alternative values. GERMANY: More than 240,000 Frank Viola, author and speaker in the or- homes is the Quakers. However, Elaine “Everyone disagrees with (my) lifestyle,” ultimately up to the school. Germans have opted to not have other celebrations. The new program aims These schools represent over 13,000 students. to bring happiness to people in health- ganic church movement for over 20 years, Bishop, a member of Winnipeg’s Quaker the 15-year-old said. “It feels kind of like a Robert Praznik is the director of Catholic their homes displayed on Google has noted increasing interest in this type of community, notes that meeting in houses is struggle.” Education for the Archdiocese of Winnipeg, care facilities who may otherwise never Non-funded Street View, which will be launching in receive gifts like flowers. Donated flowers, congregation style across Canada and North different from being a house church. Ezra Bridgman Heatherington started Grade 9 at St. which oversees some of the largest Catholic that country this November, the CBC collected by volunteers and brought to America. “House churches tend to be formed from a Boniface Diocesan High School, a pri- schools in the province. Non-funded independent schools do not receive reported last week. Germany is the Winnipeg Harvest, will be rearranged “Some house churches are started by conscious decision to have a more family-like, owned by a religious denomination and used vate institution, as a devout Catholic. Over “We have to be aware of Catholic teach- any funding from the provincial government and first country of the 23 where Street and tidied up before being delivered to church planters who leave them on their own intimate congregation,” Bishop said. “When solely for religious purposes are exempt from a year later, she has come out as a lesbian ings when we’re dealing with controversial are given complete autonomy to set their own View is available to allow its citizens health-care facilities throughout the city, after they lay the foundation and equip the the Winnipeg Quakers do meet in a house, taxes. and an atheist to her parents and school subjects,” he said, adding that in order to curriculum and hire whoever they want. These to choose whether they will take part the Winnipeg Free Press reports. The group to function,” Viola said. “Others begin it’s because it’s convenient due to a smaller “An individual can’t be a church or reli- community. meet sex education requirements in Grades 5 are often solely faith-based schools and they rep- before the Google service goes live. new program was unveiled last Tuesday, spontaneously.” group size of that particular meeting.” gious denomination and receive a property “They don’t really believe in who I date or and 7, schools in his Archdiocese have pooled resent under 1,000 students in Manitoba. This follows a decision by German Oct. 19 by representatives from the The Dakota Community Church started While the start-up house version of the tax exemption,” said Mel Chambers, deputy what I talk about,” she said of the school, add- their resources with Catholic schools all over A diploma from a non-funded institution is not officials that private homes on the Winnipeg Harvest, Floral Philanthropy and as a house church. Dakota Community Church was affiliated city assessor with the City of Winnipeg as- ing that she often feels alienated by Catholic Canada. recognized by the province. However, provincial Internet compromise personal privacy. CancerCare Manitoba. When Pastor Dan Cormie moved to with a Pentecostal denomination, Viola notes sessment and taxation department. “Church teachings on sex and sexual education. “It (our program) ultimately meets the authorities do check up on the schools periodi- Google, which is currently facing legal More parking in the Exchange Winnipeg in 1996, there were no congrega- that house churches do not need to be part of properties registered with the city are gen- “They keep telling us to be chaste and not provincial outcomes,” he said. cally to ensure that at least a minimum standard proceedings in Spain for privacy There are 159 more parking stalls tions affiliated with the Pentecostal Holiness any denomination or religious system. erally on behalf of a particular religious de- to have sex until marriage,” she said. “We’re However, Pope Benedict XVI and the of education is being met. violations, said it cannot guarantee in Winnipeg following the opening of Church of Canada. Cormie held services out “In fact, being part of a New Testament- nomination and not under an individual’s not learning what we need for our real sexual upper echelons of the Roman Catholic all requests will be honoured. the Bedford Parkade at the corner of his home for 11 months. As the congregation styled church means not being part of a hu- name.” lives.” Church continue to vocally oppose contra- Sources: Manitoba Education and Archdiocese of Tibetans fight to keep language King Street and Bannatyne Avenue. The grew, the services were moved into rented man-made system,” Viola said. If a religious denomination were to con- As of September 2009, there are 104 re- ceptive use, masturbation and premarital Winnipeg CHINA: Thousands of Tibetan Exchange District parkade sits on the space and, ultimately, into the church’s cur- If the house church is also a private resi- vert a house into a church, that property corded private or independent schools sex. students living in the Qinghai province former home of a heritage building and its rent location at 230 Provencher Blvd. dence, however, the owners still have to pay would no longer be zoned residential, notes of China demonstrated last week to design includes bricks from the building’s “This is a common way to start churches,” property taxes. According to the Municipal Chambers, and it would need to adhere to protest proposed government policies demolition. While the parkade opened in said Cormie. “It’s not like the old days when Act of Manitoba, only properties that are parking variances. Worldwide centre providing ‘free meditation’ service years after leader’s death that would restrict the use of Tibetan September, a formal opening ceremony the U of W on Sept. 17 and 18 along with people to join the SCC. He explained that Members of Winnipeg’s Sri language in schools, the BBC reported. was held last Friday, Oct. 22. Pedestrian Purnakama, another SCC member. when people are in a vulnerable state and The Chinese government has said it access is limited to people with parkade Chinmoy Centre offer spiritual Shishir stated a person does not need to searching for something to fulfill their lives, Heaven’s Gate Church seeks to redeem term in Winnipeg believes greater use of the Chinese stubs, Bedford Investments owner Ken leave his or her own religion to meditate with meditation can be very appealing. sessions for students, community language in some ethnic areas would Reiss told the Winnipeg Free Press, the (cult) entity,” he said. “There is absolutely no connection be- the SCC. He was raised Catholic and still “When you join the (SCC) centre you’re only public parkade to currently have this No affiliation with allow residents to integrate more In 1997, 39 followers of Marshall tween our denomination and the tragedy that goes to mass with his mother on Sundays. encouraged to cut ties with family and feature. The Bedford Parkade is one of two easily into mainstream Chinese Applewhite committed suicide in San Diego, occurred several years ago involving a cult in “No matter what tradition you come from, friends,” Falk said. “When I left I had no fam- new parkades planned for the Exchange infamous cult, say society. Many Tibetans both in China Calif. as part of the Heaven’s Gate UFO the United States called Heaven's Gate,” said Lauren Parsons the goal of meditating is to still the mind,” ily, no contacts – nobody to go home to.” District. Downtown development agency and Tibet believe their culture is founders cult. Gordon McDonald, general superintendent said Shishir. “We teach meditation through The two-day session in September at U of CentreVenture assisted the project. Beat Reporter being lost amid China’s attempts to The similarly named Heaven’s Gate of the PHCC. various techniques – visualization, mantra, W was attended by students and community exert greater control over the Tibet Province to provide $3M for Church in the United Kingdom has also had “At no time nor in any way have our breathing, concentration and music.” members of all ages, as well as of different Autonomous Region. About 4,000 at-risk youth education Sonya Howard to clarify the meaning of the term for curious churches or home groups been affiliated with Twice a year, posters advertising “free medita- Shishir was not asked directly by Chinmoy races and beliefs. The Manitoba government will support students took part in the march. Beat Reporter members of the public. or similar to the cult that ended in the de- tion” are posted at the University of Winnipeg to become a teacher, but he does not see that Some who attended left with positive nine community-based education Gaza receives aid programs with $3 million, the Winnipeg “It is an interesting question, and I have struction of life and the burden of pain laid with no information regarding who is provid- as an issue. impressions. been asked before (about the name),” said on family members of the victims.” ing the service or how to contact them. “Sri Chinmoy is my meditation teacher,” “They were very knowledgeable and GAZA: More than $5 million in aid Free Press reports. The education programs was delivered to the Gaza strip by are designed for at-risk youth through the UK Pastor Christopher Cass. He also notes While it is licensed, the name, “Heaven’s In reality, those running the sessions are said Shishir “(He) taught me and I pass on dedicated to their practice,” said Kathie Bright Futures initiative. Premier Greg The Heaven’s Gate Church, a three-person that the name choice is scripturally based. Gate Church,” has not yet been registered, followers of a spiritual leader who has been his teachings. I knew him for 28 years,” he Josephson, a community member who at- the ship “Viva Palestina” and on land Selinger said in a news release that funding congregation based out of a private residence The Honkes hope their work with the Jannette explained. The group has offi- dead for three years. said. tended all three classes that weekend. “They through Egypt last week, Aljazeera for Bright Futures has tripled since the in Winnipeg, affirms that it is not connected Heaven’s Gate Church in the city will redeem cially gone under the title The Road of the The classes are provided by members of Gary Falk, an ex-SCC member from New offered different alternatives to meditation reported. British politician George program was introduced because “positive with the notorious Heaven’s Gate cult. the term. Righteous Ministries for the past 10 years. the Sri Chinmoy Centre (SCC), a worldwide York, said he thinks it’s ironic that the disci- and you spend a significant amount of time Galloway organized the convoy that results” stem from “when students stay “We knew there’d be an issue with the Long-time residents of Winnipeg, the Even though the Honkes hope to work group started in 1964 when Sri Chinmoy ples go around giving these classes consider- getting feedback.” included activists from more than two in school, graduate and plan for post- name when it was given to us three years couple first started preaching in the Dakota more closely with their surrounding com- (born Chinmoy Kumar Ghose in 1931) moved ing Chinmoy has been dead for three years. Josephson had taken some meditation dozen countries. Hundreds of Gazans secondary education.” A major portion of ago,” said Jannette Honke, senior pastor Community Church. Dale notes that even munity, they recently removed the large sign from Bangladesh to New York to open the “The only form of meditation at the (SCC) classes when she was a student and said it is welcomed the aid, which consisted the funding, $425,000, is earmarked for with the church. “But the name is scriptur- though they are a house church affiliated displaying their name. They did not feel they first centre. was concentrating on his picture, him in his a good thing to offer in the university to re- largely of medical and school supplies. the expansion of Pathways to Education, ally based.” with a religious denomination, they do pay were equipped to deal with the influx of visi- The SCC has grown to over 400 cen- most exalted state – concentrating on him, lieve stress. Since 2007 Israel has maintained a a North Point Douglas community effort. The name refers to their belief that Jesus is property taxes on their home. tors who believed that their church provided tres in 80 countries, including a location in only thinking of him,” he said. “He is the ob- Even though she may not continue with blockade of Gaza to prevent Hamas Programs such as Community School the gate to heaven and as Jannette's husband, The Heaven’s Gate Church is licensed meals and other social services. Winnipeg. The centre has been providing ject of all your attention and importance, do the teachings of the SCC, Josephson ap- from procuring weapons. Many of the Investigators (CSI) Summer Learning and fellow church member, Dale Honke ex- through and affiliated with the Pentecostal “We are sensitive to the capacity of this classes to the community out of the U of W what he tells you to do. With Chinmoy gone, preciated the free service offered by the convoy participants are survivors of Enrichment Program, Peaceful Village, and plains, the connection hasn’t been an issue for Holiness Church of Canada (PHCC), which house, emergency exits and entrances, and since 1986. what is the focus?” group to encourage spiritual growth in the the failed “Mavi Marmara” aid delivery Career Trek, Power Up! will also receive their parish. was formally incorporated in Canada in 1971. the number of bathrooms,” Dale said. “We’re Sri Chinmoy passed away in 2007. Falk was a SCC member from 1970 to 1980 community. in May, which was attacked by Israeli funding. “In our conversations with people, how- There are 29 other churches and home groups still a small congregation, but we’re hoping to Shishir, a SCC member, whose real name and lived in the same house as Chinmoy. security forces. ever, no one has ever brought up the other across Canada affiliated with the PHCC. move into a larger facility eventually.” is Rob, instructed the meditation class at He believes the sessions are a way to get With files from Andrew McMonagle. 06 Campus News Campus News 07 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter Campus News Israeli Apartheid Week to come to University of Winnipeg Campus University of Manitoba at the U of W. “We would have to consolidate with the High voter turnout encouraging for UWSA by-election chapter looking for U of W University of Winnipeg Students’ Association News Briefs and U of W administration to see what could Compiled by Justin Charette Meanwhile, the Aboriginal “We think that it's great how convenient recruits be done to put a stop to it,” said Paul Meyerson, and Sarah Reilly Student Council’s election it was for U of W students that both poll- Campus election results Israel advocacy chairman for Hillel. ing stations were located in the same place,” Meyerson believes that events like these are University of Winnipeg growing turnout dropped, department said Ava Jerao, vice-president internal of the Aboriginal Student Council election Karlene Ooto-Stubbs anti-Semitic and doesn’t believe IAW should With projects to expand the University UWSA. Campus Beat Reporter take place at universities. Male representative – Tim Henderson of Winnipeg’s downtown campus and the faces budget cuts “Everyone has different opinions but we Aboriginal student council election addition of new degree programs, the Female Representative – Vanessa Kozak all come to accept differences, the point of university is claiming an overall enrolment The Aboriginal Student Council (ASC) (unopposed) Last year, Israeli Apartheid Week (IAW) at the university is to go to school and enjoy it,” increase of 2.8 per cent since last year, Andrew McMonagle also held an election recently. Their general Culture & sport liaison – Brenda Flett University of Manitoba spurred debate and Meyerson said. “Unfortunately what SAIA according to a media release. The U of News assignment editor election always takes place in the fall rather (unopposed) controversy. This year, the Students Against is doing is turning U of M into a hate-filled W also states the number of graduate than spring because a first-year student repre- Pow-wow chairpersons – Rachel Greene and Israeli Apartheid (SAIA) group is looking to campus. Last year they put up anti-Semitic students has increased by over 20 per sentative spot is on the ballot. Margaret Cobiness expand its event and form another group at posters which is a breach of human rights cent. Some of the programs include a Despite the fact that there was only one can- Voter turnout for the ASC election was 26 the University of Winnipeg. codes.” bachelor’s degree in human rights and a Treasurer – Cherie Burns didate running for one of four positions in per cent, much higher than the UWSA’s per- Others, such as Dr. Mark Etkin, disagree master’s degree in aboriginal governance. the recent University of Winnipeg Students’ centage, but lower than last year’s. Secretary – Kayla Frank (unopposed) “We would have to with these views. The recently completed Buhler Centre will Association (UWSA) by-election, students Open positions and decreasing voter turn- First year representative – Stephanie Kent consolidate with the “It’s an obvious free speech issue but IAW become the new home of the faculty of voted in droves compared to previous years. out are small issues compared to the budget wants to open dialogue between both sides,” Voter turnout was 26 per cent, a 4 per cent University of Winnipeg Business and Economics, and the Science However, voters wondered why an elec- cuts the council is facing this year. said Etkin, an associate professor of medi- decrease from 2009, whereas student council Complex and Richardson College for the tion was held for just one person. Clifton Starr, the chief elections commis- Students’ Associate and U cine at U of M and member of Independent membership was down 9 per cent overall. Environment promises to be a cutting edge “My election commissioners and I pon- Ayame Ulrich sioner, said the council’s annual budget was of W administration to see Jewish Voices. research facility when it opens in 2011. dered this,” said Sara McGregor, chief elec- greatly reduced, meaning they will have to His group helped organize last year’s IAW Source: Clifton Starr, chief elections what could be done to put a Celebrating diversity tions commissioner for the by-election. “We a name and keep track of whether some- do independent fundraising for their annual commissioner and says that Jewish groups are quick to label wanted to make things as democratic as one had voted. With the new method, the spring pow-wow. stop to it.” critics of Israel as anti-Semitic. On Oct. 16, World Food Day, Jim Rondeau, Assiniboia MLA and Minister of Healthy possible.” commission was able to save paper and have Ava Jerao, UWSA vice-president internal, UWSA by-election – Paul Meyerson, Israel advocacy chairman for Omri Golden-Plotnik is a Jewish student at A total of 426 students voted, and Jane multiple voting stations – outside Riddell said that all the UWSA’s departments have U of W and would like to know more about a Living, presented a Golden Carrot Award Part-time/mature students director – Jane Hillel Cindy Titus from Food Matters Manitoba to chef Ben Harrington was elected the new part-time/ cafeteria and in the fourth floor buffeteria. had budget cuts this year. Harrington (unopposed) SAIA group on campus. mature students director. Last year 292 stu- At the same time by-election ballots “The (ASC’s) budget in 2009-2010 was SAIA at U of M started when organizers Paul Myerson, Israel advocacy chair for Hillel, the “I would want to know what they were Kramer of Diversity Foods for providing dents, or 4.3 per cent, voted in the by-elec- were being collected, advance voting for about $14,000 and has been lowered to Education director – vacant from IAW saw the need to form an official U of W's Jewish student group, is fighting to keep a basing their feelings on and what they were sustainable and fair food service at the University of Winnipeg, as announced in tion. This is compared to 223, or 2.4 per cent, Winnipeg’s civic election was taking place $6,000,” Jerao said via email. “The ASC ac- Environmental ethics director – vacant student group on campus. Students Against Israeli Apartheid chapter out of the trying to accomplish,” he said. “If the group is university. a media release. Food Matters Manitoba in 2008, according to McGregor. on campus, which may have affected voter tually saw a smaller percentage of their bud- Grad students director – vacant “Last year was successful, and our main going to spread information I hope it’s at least McGregor noted that skipping the elec- turnout. get cut comparative to other student service goal is to be able to hold IAW annually,” said going to be true and accurate.” encourages healthy and sustainable tion and just appointing the candidate was “It didn’t negatively impact us,” McGregor groups.” Source: The UWSA Riyad Twair, fourth-year computer science tures and looking for members from the U of Nonetheless, Twair encourages interested communities through public education and an option, but the elections commission said, adding that she was unaware they were In spite of this, Vanessa Kozak, newly student and executive member of U of M’s W to start an IAW at their university,” Twair students to contact SAIA. cultivation of community food skills. Earlier wanted the opportunity to test out their new going to be there. “I hope students chose to elected ASC female representative, remains to the fall date,” said Kozak, “Everybody is SAIA. “We want to hold that event and oth- said. “If U of W students are interested, we’ll this year, chef Kramer and his team also electronic system of tracking voter names. (vote at) both.” optimistic. Encouraged by election numbers, here and they’re not distracted by exams.” ers of similar flavour throughout the year.” Last year, the IAW gained criticism from give them resources and assistance,” Twair won the Winnipeg Iron Chef competition The previous method was to have a large The UWSA executive echoes McGregor’s Kozak wants to focus on fundraising to keep The position of events coordinator remains At 50 members, their group is growing B’nai Brith, the leading voice of Canada’s said. (despite being short one sous chef) in stack of paper with names and student num- hope that students took advantage of the their regular activities going. empty; its responsibilities will be divided up fast and plans on opening a University of Jewish community. The Jewish student group which he competed against chefs from bers recorded, making it difficult to find unique opportunity. “The high (voter) turnout is possibly due among the rest of the council. Winnipeg chapter this year. Hillel at the U of W said it would act accord- For more information, visit winnipeg.apart- some of the best restaurants in the city. “This year we’re planning on holding lec- ingly to make sure an IAW does not happen heidweek.org. University faculty awards Two university faculty members received awards at this fall’s convocation ceremony. Season-long rivalry kicks off between long-time foes Wesmen and Bisons Religious student groups on campus fulfill students’ needs Beata Biernacka received the Marsha Hanen Award for Excellence in Creating Community Men lose, women win in first games of Awareness. She was honoured for her Many students struggle devotion to making science interesting the regular season and accessible to inner-city youth with the to retain permanent University of Winnipeg’s Science Outreach members Program, which she has been responsible Sarah Reilly for coordinating since 2003. Judy Graham STAFF WRITER received the Robin H. Farquhar Award for Excellence in Contributing to Self- Karlene Ooto-Stubbs Governance. Since 1986, she has played Both the University of Winnipeg’s men’s and women’s basket- Campus Beat Reporter various roles in creating a student-centric ball teams rekindled their cross-town rivalries in their regular environment, ensuring the efficiency of the season openers last weekend. university while considering what impact The Wesmen men took on the U of M Bisons on Friday, For a school that started out as a Christian regulations would have on the students. Oct. 22 at the Investor’s Group Athletic Centre. college, many would be surprised to know Wesmen volleyball While U of W lost 108-88, the final score did not represent that the University of Winnipeg offers a vari- skills sessions the entire game. ety of religious resources for students. The Wesmen will be offering a number of The first quarter was exciting and close, with the Wesmen’s A chapel, Muslim prayer room and inter- adult and youth volleyball skills sessions Nick Lother and Bisons’ Eric Garcia opening the game with faith room are just a few features the univer- on Sunday nights, led by Wesmen women’s back-to-back three pointers. For the first half, the Wesmen sity offers. volleyball head coach Diane Scott. Each kept up with the Bisons by hitting the boards, diving after Along with these facilities, there are various session costs $75 per person, with proceeds loose balls and playing together at both ends. religious student groups on campus providing going to the Women’s Volleyball Athletic Unfortunately, the Bisons came out strong and picked students with support for their faiths. Scholarship Fund. Register online at http:// apart the Wesmen offence. A number of steals by the Bisons “We wanted to have a place for students tiny.cc/l7b8u or call the customer service lead to easy transition hoops and, during the third quarter, who share or are interested in the Catholic centre at 786-9349. the Bisons outscored the Wesmen 30-16. faith to learn more about it,” said Peter “We got caught up in their tempo and didn’t play to our Slivinski, co-leader of the Catholic Outreach Jordan Janisse Wesmen soccer teams strengths,” reflected fourth-year guard, Craig Penniston. “We Group at the U of W. The University of Winnipeg's Muslim prayer room is just one of many religious spaces that the school offers its MCAC champions beat ourselves.” Lukas Thiessen had the same idea when students. The Wesmen men’s and women’s soccer Coach Mike he started the U of W Atheist Students’ teams destroyed their opponents in the Raimbault was not Association, noting the prevalence of Christian professor Dr. James Christie’s work resulted “We will consult people with more knowl- Manitoba College’s Athletic Conferences pleased with the groups at schools across the country. in the permanent Muslim prayer room in edge when we need it,” said Slivinski. (MCAC), as both teams won the MCAC game’s result, but is “Lots of schools have religious student Lockhart Hall, supporting the universi- In comparison, the Atheist Students’ championships last weekend. The men’s optimistic about the groups but none for non-religious groups,” ty’s Muslim students and religiously diverse Association is autonomous and is not affili- team devastated Canadian Mennonite upcoming season. he noted. “So I started one for them, and population. ated with any larger bodies. University in the semi-final on Saturday, With such a young Garrett Elias thought I could organize one for Buddhists “Out of those 36 (student groups on cam- Both groups participated in October’s Oct. 23, winning the game 10-0. On Sunday team, he expects Wesmen #6 Kaitlin Rempel goes up for a basket against the University of Manitoba Bisons last weekend. or Hindus or anything.” pus), we have four groups that affiliate with UWSA Student Group Fair and said it was a afternoon, the Wesmen took on Providence a lot of growth in Thiessen later found himself identifying as a religion,” said Lana Hastings, vice-presi- good opportunity to expand their groups. College in the championship final. While the first half of the M to come out on top with a final score of 65-47. the guards to sneak in and steal rebounds. Wesmen guards an atheist and growing the group’s members dent student services for the University of “It’s important to show people we’re out Providence put up more of a fight than season. “We went into the game feeling anxious and excited to Stephanie Kleysen and Mackenzie Prasek had 10 and 7 boards through Facebook. Winnipeg Students' Association (UWSA). there and have that presence,” said Slivinski. CMU, the Wesmen were able to defeat “We were disap- play, and we really performed well as a team,” said first-year respectively. “I know when I started at the university that Providence 6-4 to claim the championship pointed with the guard Yael Kaplan. “I couldn’t imagine a better start to our U of W’s Kleysen and Amy Ogidan each had 13 points, with “When we’ve got a small group of students, it is hard to get there wasn’t anything out there for people in- title. Player of the game recognition outcome of Friday’s season.” Catie Gooch adding another 10. First-year athletes Kaplan people to commit to something out of their own jobs and terested in (the) Catholic faith.” was awarded to the Wesmen’s Gaetan game, but it pro- The Wesmen dominated at both ends of the court, con- and Ashleigh Chichlowski came off the bench and added to Thiessen agreed and liked the dynamic at- Infantino and Adam Bromley was named vides us another op- trolling the Bisons’ captain and best three-point shooter, the intensity on the court. Kaplan’s aggressive play frustrated university assignments.” mosphere of setting a table up next to differ- the tournament’s most valuable player. portunity to learn Kayla Klassen, from the start of the game. the Bisons’ guards, while Chichlowski’s eight points helped – Peter Slivinski, co-leader of the Catholic Outreach Group at the U of W ent faith organizations. On the women’s side, the Wesmen did not and continue grow- Coach Tanya McKay believes it was the team’s defence that the Wesmen offensively. “(We) need people to know it’s okay to be need to play in a semi-final game as their ing as a group.” made the difference for the Wesmen. Second-year forward Alyssa Grant was pleased with the Retaining active members is a difficult task Besides getting support from the UWSA, an atheist,” he said. “We advocate for people undefeated record allowed them a bye into “It was a great team effort,” she said. “We are deep, athletic team’s season opener and is excited for their first home game for these groups, whose official member num- some religious student groups seek funding that you can feel comfortable and safe being the championship final.I n the last game of Women win in and hard working. We were very happy with how our team against Calgary on Friday, Nov. 5. bers often don’t reflect who attends meetings. and assistance from larger organizations. that person and share commonalities with us. their inaugural season, the women’s squad Bisons’ territory defence created opportunities.” “It was a great way to start the season off,” she said. “It was “When we’ve got a small group of students, For example, Hillel, the Jewish student It was cool to be there with other religious squashed Providence College with a final The Wesmen Offensively, the Wesmen started out strong by hitting open a team success and everyone contributed, whether it was on it is hard to get people to commit to some- group, is backed by the Jewish Federation of groups who have opposing opinions.” score of 10-0. The Wesmen’s Julia Anning, women pulled to- shots and playing together. They outscored the Bisons 31-19 the court or on the bench. Our energy never wavered and thing (outside) of their own jobs and univer- Winnipeg. was recognized with both the player of gether in their in the first half. U of W continued to control the game in the hopefully we can continue that through the next two weeks sity assignments,” Slivinski said. “Some meet Others, like Slivinski’s Catholic group, Check out the Interfaith room in ORM01 and the match award, and was also named the match against the second half, owning the inside game and the boards. and come out strong against Calgary.” for a while but leave around midterm time.” seek guidance from similarly minded visit www.theuwsa.ca for a full list of student tournament’s most valuable player. Bisons at the U of The Wesmen’s forwards boxed out hard, which allowed In 2008, reverend and U of W theology organizations. groups. 8 Comments Comments 9 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter Comments Gloria in excelsis market Laying the framework for smart energy solutions Praying at the alter of the Green technology will be computers for both people and businesses. ple to invest in such technologies, fuel de- profit motive Indeed, the creation of the Internet dras- mand for alternative energy and create jobs. this decade's Internet tically changed the world, despite criticism Besides bringing down the cost of green from both sides of the political spectrum. technologies, the IT boom has been a build- Fast forward to 2010, where carbon emis- ing block for the early aspects of smart grids Gregory Furmaniuk sions, public interest in various news stories and has stressed the importance of how GT Volunteer Staff Adam Johnston devoted to environmental issues and an ever- will change how we look at energy; not as Volunteer staff increasing appetite to find new types of en- dumb passive energy, but as intelligent. ergy sources have put green technology (GT) As Tom Rand says in his book Kick the I'm sure you've heard Friedrich Nietzsche's on the map. Fossil Fuel Habit: 10 Clean Technologies to overused and misunderstood statement that Nearly two decades after the birth of the In fact, investments in renewable energy Save the World, GT means “bringing to- “God is dead.” It continues: “God remains Internet and the information technology projects in 2009 outpaced fossil fuel projects gether computers and communications, dead. And we have killed him.” (IT) boom, the same infrastructure, prin- for the second year in a row worldwide. clean power and energy efficiency ... the The Christian God has been dead and ciples and ideas that spearheaded one of the Initially, you might not think that GT and Energy Internet is an Internet of things.” buried for quite some time. longest economic boom periods ever will be IT have a lot in common. After all, GT is Indeed, there is a lot of promise for GT to The emergence of the secular state, the re- key in making green technology this decade's all about alternative energy, while IT is about be what IT was in the 1990s, but it will re- jection of Christian institutional values and technological revolution. communications and information. quire adding onto those technological build- the skepticism of the postmodern age have The technological advances of the IT era In fact, they do have a lot in common and ing blocks. For example, GT will require killed Christianity, making it nothing more will play a large role in economic strategy and are actually intertwined. Many of the ideas governments to encourage more private sec- than a farce of its original form or a nostalgic how we view environmental and social policy and principles behind the great Internet and tor green research and development, green longing for simpler times. in the coming years. IT boom are behind the start of the GT job training programs and higher incentives But that does not mean that we are no lon- Little did Tim Berners-Lee know when he boom. for investment. ger religious; far from it. published the first ever web page in August For example, the infrastructure behind the It also requires the interest of high-tech The death of one particular god left a 1991 that he and his team had created some- explosion of the Internet made it possible for companies that were born out of the IT chasm – a chasm that two competing gods thing that would revolutionize communica- technology to become cheaper. This saw com- boom. Google for example, recently in- Ayame Ulrich fought over during the course of the 20th tions, accelerate globalization and begin the puter, fibre optic and broadband connection vested in an off-shore wind farm near the GT decade. You can take that to the bank. century. IT boom. prices plummet, which increased productiv- U.S. Atlantic coast. Policies at the local gov- One god, armed with a hammer and a From that came a long period of economic ity, business efficiency and new employment ernment level are also required to encour- Adam Johnston is an economics and rheto- sickle, crumbled and fell apart in the wake of Julie Knott growth and many new companies that did opportunities. age community entrepreneurship focusing ric and communications student at the the new almighty. With a hearty “Amen,” the people signed over their not exist prior (like Amazon and Google, for These new efficiencies in technology have on small-scale alternative energy companies. University of Winnipeg who focuses on envi- The new almighty's prophets proclaimed beauty had blinded their eyes. Lies, half- example). A lot of this new technology pro- brought down the price of many green tech- This is especially necessary in northern and ronmental, economic and technology policy the triumph of their god and the infallibility forests, their rivers and their lives truths and equivocation had deafened their vided the infrastructure for many developing nologies, including the production of solar rural regions. at http://moderneconomicstechnologyenviron- of his word. ears. Advertisements, propaganda and televi- countries to get out of poverty through high- panels and wind turbines. This will, in the Just as the Internet dominated the 1990s ment.wordpress.com. They went around the world proclaiming and they accepted this new religion, neolib- outs, military protection and exemptions sion had distorted their minds. tech industries, all while lowering the cost of near future, make it more attractive for peo- and 2000s, the 2010s will be known as the this word – the word of their god, the market. eralism, as their own. from taxation. But faith in the market began to wane, just They travelled to Britain, the United States But the idea of the market was nothing They said they needed less government in- as faith in God before it. and Canada, and then to Russia, Vietnam more than a scam, covered by a glossy veneer trusion, lower workplace standards and less Economic meltdowns, global poverty and and China. of happiness and prosperity. environmental regulation. environmental catastrophe began to sow the Canada needs to decriminalize prostitution immediately Like the Christian God's prophets, they The new high priests – big bankers, media They said they needed more resources, seeds of doubt in the hearts and minds of the of the worst. have legalized prostitution, abuse against could turn staffs into snakes, lepers into the moguls and CEOs – wanted tribute for cheaper labour and, above all else, more people. Only then can the What Nicholson and other anti-prostitu- sex workers is still rampant and the number healthy and water into wine. But they could gaining the market's favour for the people. efficiency. And so we stand, in the present, with economics and sexism of tion advocates don’t realize is that criminal- of individuals resorting to prostitution has also turn poor into rich and rags into riches. Unlike the high priests of the Christian God, And the people agreed. With a hearty nothing to lose but illusion and nothing to izing prostitution itself harms people and reduced. “Put your faith in market and his invisi- they did not simply demand gold, silver and “Amen,” the people signed over their forests, gain but truth. the issue be resolved communities. Legalization alone does not reduce de- ble hand shall set you free!” was their rally- sacrifice for their services. their rivers and their lives. The individuals who resort to prostitution mand or provide the means and opportuni- ing cry. They demanded more. The people had been duped. Gregory Furmaniuk is a first-year student at overwhelmingly come from lower class and ties for prostitutes to leave the industry. The poor believed the prophets of profit They said they required government bail- Empty promises of wealth, vanity and the University of Winnipeg. abusive family backgrounds. Almost all sex Passing laws regarding whether people Matt Austman workers don’t want to be doing what they’re should be sent to jail or not is not enough. Staff Writer doing. Most are desperate to make a living An approach is needed to address the gender or are forced into the sex trade by human and class inequalities of our capitalist econ- Religion no basis for morality traffickers. omy that create the conditions for these in- Out of all the laws in Canada, those which The threat of incarceration does not and dustries to flourish. Legislation regarding the criminalize prostitution are amongst the has not prevented these people from entering economics of prostitution is also required. ‘Cherry-picking’ religious by the United States National Institute of most discriminatory, harmful and regressive. the trade, and has actually made them more Targeted social programs must be intro- Health. Having been defended by moral conserva- prone to abuse by “purchasers” and their duced as well. Then, government can address sentiment does not If Benedict XVI were truly concerned with tives for generations, the federal Conservative “owners” because it is an unregulated under- and solve the root causes of why sex workers the well-being of humanity, he would consult government is keen on making progress re- ground trade. overwhelmingly come from lower class back- overcome fear and the scientific research that has proven beyond garding the issue – seen recently in his- Prostitution is one of the oldest profes- grounds and what drives them to become Aranda Adams hatefulness doubt that condoms help to stop the spread toric court rulings in Ontario and British sions in history; there are an array of com- prostitutes in the first place. two willing parties, and the seller would not of sexual infections and diseases. Columbia – a no-go. plex reasons and structural human demands From there, social programs and targeted have to do it out of desperation. Instead, he and his loyal followers choose On Sept. 29, a day after an Ontario for its existence (although our society should job creation can be directed at helping sex Also, government could effectively reg- to believe the opposite and propagandize Superior Court judge struck down three of work towards reducing that demand). workers by providing them with the means ulate the industry and thereby reduce the Katerina Tefft their blatant lies, presumably for fear of in- Canada’s anti-prostitution laws in a landmark With this in mind, decriminalization is a to leave the trade and towards better, self-re- transmission of sexual diseases and HIV/ Volunteer curring the wrath of a god who apparently case, federal Justice Minister Rob Nicholson must. specting ways of living. AIDS, thereby assuring that it’s practiced in values obedience above social conscious- announced his government’s intention to ap- But legalization is another issue. An in- If progress like this were to occur, legaliza- a safe way. ness. Given that 2.1 million people, including peal the ruling. creasing number of people argue that sim- tion could then meaningfully occur also. Until then, Canada is a secular state and its It has been said that while morality is doing 330,000 children, died of AIDS in 2007, the "Prostitution is a problem that harms in- ply legalizing prostitution actually harms In making an effective effort to provide al- laws should reflect this. what is right no matter what you are told, Catholic Church is a dangerous and immoral dividuals ... we will fight to ensure that the sex workers on a large scale. It reinforces in ternative ways of living and fair opportuni- If the Harper government really wants to religion is doing what you are told no matter institution. criminal law continues to address the signif- participants that they can be used as objects ties for the large majority of individuals who stop prostitution, decriminalization and tar- what is right. A second example is the irrational fear of icant harms that flow from prostitution to for their own sexual desire – a norm that in do not want to be in the sex trade, the ones geted social programs would be a good first The moral compass provided by religious homosexuality exhibited by the world’s lead- both communities and the prostitutes them- the case of legalization would be legitimized who do want to still sell their services could step. doctrine is often cited as one of the reasons ing religions. selves," Nicholson stated. through law. do so safely. why religion is perceived as necessary by its Apparently, homosexual activity is deemed Of all the ignorant statements Nicholson This is a real and serious reality. It has been Although the issue of the commodifica- Matt Austman is a politics student at the followers. Unfortunately for religious devo- an abomination by God, yet this seems like has made over the past five years, this is one proven that since countries, such as Australia, tion of sex would still exist, it would involve University of Winnipeg. tees, adhering to a doctrine based not on an extremely petty thing for God to be con- science and rationality but on fear and super- cerned about, considering it is easily deter- listings stition is the antithesis of true morality. minable using rational thought that people of the same gender having sex with each other COMMUNITY EVENTS 546 Portage Ave. It will be an opportunity to meet – PEER SUPPORT – e-mail uofwpeersupport@ THE UNITER, the weekly rag you are holding right a.m. to 3 p.m. needs volunteers. Help the seniors Unfortunately for religious poses no significant threat to human welfare. with other students and make Canadian friends gmail.com, or grab an application from their office now, is looking for contributors. See your words by preparing, serving and cleaning up after lunch Are they causing anyone physical pain? Are Participate in a FREE YOGA CLASS every Monday while improving your English by learning the Bible. (ORM13), or from the UWSA. in print or your photos and drawings on the page. and snacks, playing card games and/or bocce ball, devotees, adhering to a For more information contact Val and Veda Chacko Email Aaron at [email protected]. shuffleboard, bean bag toss, singing old time songs, they depriving anyone of their basic rights? from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the West End Cultural – UWSA FOODBANK – e-mail [email protected], doctrine based not on Are they lying, stealing or cheating? No, no Centre until Dec. 20. No experience is necessary – all at 257-1670 or [email protected]. or grab an application from the UWSA. Volunteers are needed for the after-school and enjoying conversations with them. Phone Jay skill levels are welcome. Child minding is available. HOMEWORK CLUBS held at the MILLENNIUM LIBRARY. Spicer at 256-8712. science and rationality but and no. Homosexuality should be of no con- ON CAMPUS – THE U of W GLOBAL WELCOME CENTRE FOR cern to anyone. There will be a COTTONWOOD BARK CARVING IMMIGRANTS & REFUGEES – call 258-2946, or e-mail The clubs are drop-in programs where children and THE MANITOBA CHAPTER OF OSTEOPOROSIS CANADA on fear and superstition Miguel McKenna WORKSHOP on Saturday, Oct. 30 at noon in the There is a HALLOWEEN PARTY in the Bulman Centre [email protected]. youth receive help with homework and play literacy- is looking for volunteers to assist in the following Given that the horrors of war and poverty Manitoba Crafts Museum. on Saturday, Oct. 30 from 9 p.m. to 2 a.m. based activities and games. To get involved, please areas: Volunteers are needed to join the Speakers’ is the antithesis of true run so rampant on this planet, one would the passages with which they disagree. lions of religious people would rather cower – CRIMINAL JUSTICE TUTOR – e-mail [email protected]. call Frontier College at 253-7993 and ask for Megan. Bureau to make presentations on Osteoporosis and/ Globally renowned Canadian philosopher CHARLES Escape artist DEAN GUNNARSON will be buried alive or hosting displays at Health and Wellness Fairs. morality think that if the devoutly religious were truly It is clear that religion is not their source before archaic institutions and obey supersti- TAYLOR will give a lecture titled "Solidarity and THE WOMEN’S HEALTH CLINIC is looking for women 'Tis the season to volunteer and nothing’s better under the Golf Dome on Friday, Oct. 29 and will Treasurer – this individual would become a member motivated by morality and a desire to help of morality, for they possess the ability to de- tious dogmas that directly contradict reality. Diversity in a Secular Age: Managing Belief and interested in providing feminist, body positive than good karma right before Christmas. Get into emerge on Halloween. of the Board and be responsible for submitting an Unbelief in the Public Square." Thursday, Oct. 28 at presentations to youth and adults on body image the holiday spirit and put a smile on stranger’s face For example, the Catholic Church has long their fellow human being they would be termine what is or isn’t acceptable to them Religion is not an adequate moral compass annual budget, monthly financial statements and The WINNIPEG LABOUR CHOIR is looking for new 7:30 p.m. in Convocation Hall. Admission is free. and weight preoccupation. Please email angies@ this season by supporting St. Amant and joining the been a vocal opponent of contraception due channeling their energy toward attacking sys- regardless of religious teachings. because it dictates that things are good or bad members to join a small core of like-minded, en- womenshealthclinic.org. VOLUNTEER GIFT WRAPPING TEAM at St. Vital Mall. monitoring the financial accounts. Please call Janet to its belief that family planning flouts the tems and policies that are genuinely harmful, It is therefore questionable why moderate simply because God supposedly said so, even thusiastic singers. Their goal is to educate others The University of Winnipeg Junior Wesmen want you at 772-2664 or email [email protected]. The Winnipeg Symphony Orchestra (WSO) is intro- Volunteers are needed for Dec. 1 to Dec. 24, please about working conditions, labour history and social to help them grow a PUMPKIN PATCH FOR INNER-CITY will of God. In March 2009, Pope Benedict instead of attacking homosexuals. believers feel the need to adhere to religion at if the will of God is harmful and hateful. ducing a new and improved SOUNDCHECK program, email [email protected]. AFRICAN COMMUNITIES OF MANITOBA needs a justice through music and drama. There are no audi- YOUTH. People wishing to purchase pumpkins may XVI stated that the HIV/AIDS pandemic in Of course, there are countless followers of all when they are clearly capable of making If this is the most sophisticated moral an easy and affordable way to take in WSO concerts RESOURCE CENTRE ASSISTANT for general office du- tions or tryouts. Meet every Wednesday at Sargent do so online at www.wesmen.ca. CKUW 95.9 FM is seeking volunteers for the music Africa, where one in five people are Catholic major religions who are not homophobic and moral judgments without it. guidance that religion has to offer, humanity throughout the season for students and those aged and news departments, and hosts for programs. ties, maintaining the resource centre and receiving Park School from 7:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. in the music The University of Winnipeg presents two solo exhibi- 15 to 30. visit www.wso.ca for more information. Email [email protected]. visitors and drop-ins. Please call Maggie at 294-6160 and 22 million people are infected with HIV, do not oppose the use of condoms yet still If scientific research demonstrates that would surely be the better if religion ceased room. For further details contact Lynn McLean at tions on campus by photographer GERRY KOPELOW: or email [email protected]. “can’t be resolved with the distribution of choose to identify as members of institutions condoms help to stop the spread of HIV/ to exist altogether. 772-2072. WHERE THE BUDDHA WALKED (Gallery 1C03) and THE HUMANITARIAN ISSUES PROGRAM of the THE WEST BROADWAY YOUTH OUTREACH CENTRE is Canadian Red Cross seeks youth volunteers ages PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY ART is look- condoms; on the contrary, there is the risk of that officially hold these backward beliefs. AIDS, it is therefore immoral to oppose the The Graffiti Gallery is seeking a ARD KROOM FORTY YEARS AGO TODAY (Hamilton Galleria & always looking for more volunteers to help with a 15 to 25 to work on campaigns and events around ing for enthusiastic volunteers to assist with various PHOTOGRAPHY INSTRUCTOR to manage the drop-in University Archives) in Gallery 1C03. variety of programs including sports, tutoring and increasing the problem.” These so-called moderate or liberal fol- use of condoms because to do so is to desire Katerina Tefft is a second-year politics student themes such as children in conflict, refugee and other programs to benefit inner-city youth. Call 774- aspects of their programs and operations at 460 darkroom and Intro to Photography workshops. Portage Ave. Volunteer positions include opportuni- In reality, however, proper condom usage lowers often cherry-pick the passages in their that suffering and death be inflicted upon at the University of Winnipeg and a mem- VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES migrant issues and international development. For 0451 or stop by 222 Furby St. to offer your skills. ber of the University of Winnipeg Atheist A FREE INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS CLASS will be held more information, e-mail [email protected] ties in special events, programs, research centre decreases the risk of HIV/AIDS transmis- preferred holy texts that happen to support one’s fellow human beings. on Sundays from noon to 1:30 p.m. at Elim Chapel, Volunteer positions at the University of Winnipeg: or call 982-6731. FRAIL AND ELDERLY SENIOR SOCIAL CLUB in Windsor and marketing. Email [email protected] or call Michell sion by 85 per cent according to a 2000 study the values they already hold while ignoring This is a straightforward concept, yet mil- Students Association. Park that meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays 9:30 at 942-1043. 10 Comments Arts & Culture 11 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter Letters Re: “Shedding light on scents” (Oct. 21, page 8) In other words, place the blame where it belongs. The I want to commend Erin Larson for her recent valedictory Arts & Culture conferring of this degree implies, at minimum, tacit public address. Her actions demonstrate a sense of personal integ- Thank you, thank you, thank you for promoting awareness recognition of a political career rooted in what many con- rity, bravery and an eloquence to which we should all strive. of this important issue. As a student who suffers from se- sider to be divisive politics. The university may grant such It can be difficult to stand up for what you believe in; all Venetian Snares: Bathrobes are the future vere asthmatic/allergic reactions to scented products and fra- degrees, but it should not be surprised when others protest the more so in a formal setting like convocation. Many peo- grances, your article has been a real breath of fresh air. such decisions. ple have suggested that Erin’s speech was disrespectful; that it As you mentioned, for those who are not generally af- What is surprising is that such protests do not occur more was inappropriate to the occasion, and that somehow Erin’s fected by fragrances, and for those who have never had the frequently. If the university is concerned about disruptions at comments represented a silencing of free speech. misfortune of suffering anaphylactic shock, scent sensitivities convocation, there is a simple solution. Stop awarding hon- These sentiments are either false or a distraction. Freedom may seem trivial. orary degrees. of speech is a principle that cuts both ways, and while it For the rest of us, the fragrances people choose to wear can Use the fluff time saved to focus more directly on the isn’t always comfortable to sit in the presence of conflict, it impact our ability to participate in classes and may have de- graduating students. This would indeed make the event a certainly isn’t right to stand by and allow the honouring of bilitating, long-term health effects. celebration for students. someone whose views and actions actively restrict the rights It's high time the University of Winnipeg got with the of our fellow citizens. program, and tried to catch up with other world-class cam- Nolan Reilly Speaking out against intolerance is how we make positive puses across Canada. History Department change. Laurel Thatcher Ulrich said, “Well-behaved women Dalhousie's Scent Free Campaign was successfully rarely make history”; I am proud to be part of a history that launched in 1995. Will 2010 be the year the U of W finally There are a good number of people attending or teaching at includes Erin Larson. recognizes we should do the same? the University of Winnipeg who feel that Mr. Toews is very Good work and congratulations to this year’s grads! deserving of an honorary degree. With anticipation, Sarah Amyot Obviously his politics don't agree with everyone’s, but to Former UWSA president many, he is a honorable man who has represented his con- Alisa Birnie stituents, province and country very well. a.k.a. The Girl With the Gas Mask Smile I didn't agree with Gary Doer, Jean Chretien or Pierre People are unhappy with Toews not because he spoke his via www.uniter.ca Trudeau, but I also recognize that they followed their beliefs mind on issues he is concerned about, but because he com- and served this province or country to the best of their abili- pared gay rights to the destruction of our society – because Re: “The valedictorian’s speech” (Oct. 21, page 7), “Vic Toews ties. For that, I respect them. he advocates putting 10-year-olds in jail. The criticism is be- does not deserve to be honoured” (Oct. 21, page 8) and “Letters It's very easy to sit back, criticize and complain about oth- cause he exercises his position in government to enact legisla- to the Editor” (Oct. 21, page 10) ers, but until you've contributed in the same manner as Mr. tion based on faulty information about human beings. Toews, you have no right to vilify him. People are unhappy with Larson because she spoke her As both an alumnus and as a current student of the University Get back to us after you've put in your 20 years of public mind on issues she is concerned about and didn't make ev- of Winnipeg, I would like to voice my full support for the service. eryone feel cozy. She voiced opposition to honouring some- statements made by Erin Larson. I also strongly disapprove one who stands against allowing all residents of Canada to of the decision to bestow Vic Toews with an honorary de- Jacob West participate in society. gree. Erin Larson did not speak for everyone; however her ac- via www.uniter.ca Critique her position against Toews if you disagree, but tions did bring attention to and voice the concerns of many why are you upset when the valediction critiques the sta- students and faculty. tus quo? It's tense and embarrassing and makes the event The purpose of the valedictory address is to make a closing While I agree that the right to voice one's views is very im- portant, many people have died to allow such an option and less happy, but the same goes for saying that gay marriage is farewell statement that is motivational and is meant to in- going to destroy our society. spire the graduates and those who have supported them. The Ms. Larson took advantage of her elevated position to air her personal view, not the view of all the student body. I don't like everything Larson said, but she advocated message that I received from her valediction is that even after for people Toews discriminates against (and celebrated the graduation we must continue to think critically. As a member of the graduating class, I was ashamed of the speech. She didn't speak for the graduating class – just the graduation). We pursue a liberal arts education to become critical think- Would everyone be happy giving him an honourary doc- ers, not to receive a piece of paper that will catapult us to a student body that supports her views. Mr. Toews already had the degree given to him. It was a torate if he advocated that Filipino people can't get married? Katarzyna Kordus higher wage bracket. I was once told that protesting and crit- Toews might be a compassionate and hard-working mem- Aaron Epp ical thinking is largely limited to the university campus. After little late to be airing her opinion. What exactly did she be- Aaron Funk, a.k.a. Venetian Snares, performs in Poland last year. "I like going to Poland, that's a weird place," he says. "They have so much vodka there." lieve it would accomplish? ber of the government who cares about the university, but he Managing Editor graduation most students stop thinking critically. bases some of his activities as a high-ranking official on clearly If she wanted to truly make a statement, she could have he released in August. releasing more than 22 albums and 20 EPs So we talk about jazz and sushi and Belgian Readers, faculty, and graduating students should all learn erroneous information, and that needs to be criticized. turned down the valedictorian position citing her conflict- Aaron Funk thinks he’s no good at talking “I’m fucking terrible at doing this shit, like since 1998; selling more than 100,000 al- beer. We say our good-byes and after I hang from the actions of Erin Larson and to be inspired to think Also, really, is it ever good to be quiet in the face of ing views, or walked off the stage in protest to the degree. about his music, so we talk about pizza, beer, talking about my music in any way,” Funk bums; touring across North America and up, I realize I’ve forgotten to ask him for critically and to be vocal in support of your principles. injustice? But don’t make false claims of representing the whole stu- sports, ninja swords and hip hop. says. “I really don’t like doing (interviews). I Europe, playing to crowds of thousands of some high-resolution photos to accompany Sean Little dent body. Sincerely, “I’ve written out a list of questions that I don’t really believe in hype. I just like to make people; earning critical acclaim; befriending this article. Way to go, Ms. Larson. You speak of tolerance and the wanted to ask another man who happened to music and see where things go (based) solely former Red Hot Chili Peppers guitarist John I email him looking for some, and he re- need for it, but did not show any. Lukas Thiessen Congratulations to Ms. Larson and to the others who pro- UW alumnus be named Aaron, to see what similarities we on that.” Frusciante; and starting a side project with sponds within a few minutes: Anyway, you have had your 15 minutes of fame. Time to might have,” the prolific and world renowned The music in question is an intense and Frusciante called Speed Dealer Moms. “I asked people on my Facebook if they tested the granting of an honorary degree to Vic Toews. It is move on to real world problems. hypocritical to accuse Ms. Larson and others of politicizing electronica artist, who performs under the challenging brand of electronica featuring Funk doesn’t know exactly how many have any (pictures) but they just tell me to name Venetian Snares, says by phone from rapidfire beats often in odd numbered time records he’s released or how many copies Google it, which I already did but perhaps convocation. She was responding to a political act: the deci- Paul Sutherland Send your letters to the editor to: [email protected] sion to grant an honorary degree to Vic Toews. via www.uniter.ca his Winnipeg home. signatures that some refer to as breakcore or they’ve sold. The business side of music gen- you’d have better luck. Sure if you email (my And so we talk about bathrobes. glitchcore. uinely does not interest him. label) they have some. The 35-year-old’s girlfriend has suggested Overtop of surreal synthesizer lines, Funk “It’s so ridiculous when you think about it. “Can't wait for bathrobe shopping!” that for Halloween, he be The Dude, the includes vocal samples that showcase his scat- The whole idea of people having bands and, iconic character Jeff Bridges played in the ological sense of humour. you know, trying to fucking sell records and Religious Rock Music Illustration by Justin Currie classic 1998 film The Big Lebowski. But, he “We suspect she might be retarded” and stuff, it’s just preposterous. It’s just automati- Venetian Snares will perform at the Royal Albert’s doesn’t have a bathrobe. “Chef Boyardee in your punani” are two cally fake.” Halloween Easter Bunny show on Saturday, Oct. 30 “Do you ever just rock a bathrobe?” he of the refrains on My So-Called Life, which Funk makes music because it’s what he Otto Von Schirach, Fanny, Jaymez and Not Half will also perform asks me. “Do you want to go bathrobe shouldn’t be surprising considering one of gets the most enjoyment out of. shopping?” his albums is called Winnipeg is a Frozen “It’s just always been (about) doing what I Tickets $10 at the door We agree to go bathrobe shopping and I Shithole. love, as opposed to really trying to find a way Visit www.venetiansnares.com ask him about My So-Called Life, the album The places music has taken Funk include: to sell it to anyone.”

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MUSIC LISTINGS The RISKY BUSINESS III dance party goes on at THE SHOUTING GROUND is at Le Garage Café. Centre. MICHELLE GREGOIRE is releasing an album at the Pyramid Cabaret. SYNERGY DUO are having their album release It's soul-nite is at the Cavern with THE the Park Theatre, JIMMY GREENE opens. THURSDAY, OCT. 28 EVIL SURVIVES releases their album party in the Planetarium. SOLUTIONS. SLOW MOTION WALTER is at the Royal George Keeping the ‘FU’ in SNFU OWEN PALLET brings his engaging show to Powerkiller with guests THE GREAT SABATINI, Electronic experimentalists OTTO VON GARY GACH AND THE BANNED play at the Royal Hotel. CD REVIEWS the Gas Station Theatre with opener LITTLE SEVENTH SIN and PROPHET at the Royal Albert SCHIRACH, VENETIAN SNARES, NOT HALF, George. The FAST FLYING VIRGINIAN JAM NIGHT at the Arms. SCREAM. FANNY and JAYMEZ entertain at the Royal Mardi Jazz goes down at Le Foyer in the Standard. The 2010 'Peg Session at the Osborne Village SlaughterShedBloodDestroyII at the Zoo fea- Albert Arms. Franco-Manitoban Cultural Centre. The WSO teams up with Guy Maddin to show MATTHEW BARBER Zoo features BULLETPROOF PONCHO, CODA, tures LIQURD, THE LEGION OF LIQUOR, EYAM THE WINDUPS rock and roll at J. Fox's. you how classical music is used in film. 8 p.m. and SENTENCED TO BURN. Blues Jam with the DEBRA LYN BAND at Le True Believer FRIESO, LATKA, MAS HEADSPACE, NEROTICA, WATERFRONT DRIVE is part of the Halloween Garage Café. at the Centennial Concert Hall. Outside Music ROCKWOOD and SENOR DINOSAUR. Mixtech DeeJay's present the MONSTER BASH Bash at the Exchange Community Church. DEFLATED EGOS play at Shannon's Irish Pub. Blues Jam with MIDNIGHT TRAIN at the After almost a decade of making music, Toronto singer- BASIA BULAT, JOSH RITTER and THE ROYAL at the Rudolph Rocker. Windsor Hotel. Global Rhythms featuring SIERRA NOBLE, songwriter Matthew Barber definitely has some things CITY BAND are taking the stage at the West The UPSIDES, THE BOTTLE ROCKETS and THE SCOTT SENIOR and CASIMIRO NHUSSI begins at WEDNESDAY, NOV. 3 There is a JAM NIGHT at the Belgian Club. End Cultural Centre. SLEUTHS play at the Cavern. figured out. His fourth full-length album, True Believer, 1:30 p.m. in the Millennium Library. Aboriginal Music Week's HIP HOP NIGHT goes NATHAN ROGERS plays at Shannon's Irish Pub. carries the sound of an artist who knows the kind of Unknown Pleasures birthday bash at the Lo AHNA come back through Winnipeg to play at THE DUST RHINOS are at Shannon's Irish Pub. down at the West End Cultural Centre. Pub features BEAUCHAMP and DJ CO-OP. Freud's Bathhouse & Diner. Thursday is Jam Night with ROUTE 59 at the music he makes well and is comfortable doing it. Barber The PERPETRATORS and LINK AND THE C.R. AVERY plays at the Park Theatre. Cavern. RHODA HEAD releases a CD at the Pyramid The PERPETRATORS and GREG COCKERILL are falls on the melodious folk-rock spectrum somewhere MOUSTACHES are performing at the Times PIERRE FRYNET and JEREMY RUSU perform at Cabaret. performing at the Times Change(d) High and Big Dancing with RIC HARD & THE HOSERS at between Bob Dylan and Paul Simon (his song Insanity Change(d) High and Lonesome Club. Le Garage Café. Ozzy's. EVILE, GAMA BOMB and BONDED BY BLOOD are Lonesome Club. or Death sounds like it could be straight off the latter’s playing at The Royal Albert Arms. RUDE DALE plays at the Standard Tavern. SUNDAY, OCT. 31 Acadian artist ROCH VOISINE brings his Americana tour to Club Regent Casino. UPCOMING EVENTS Graceland) but instead of settling down with his acoustic guitar, he uses the album’s 10 MICHELLE WRIGHT is entertaining at Club CALLIDA and THE NOBLE THIEFS play at SMOKY TIGER, B.A. JOHNSTON and THE TIM BUTLER is at the Bella Vista. THE BUSHTITS and THE BLOWHOLES at the tracks to play into the boundaries of his genre. The result? Every song, from hopeful Regent Casino. Shannon's Irish Pub. MAGNIFICENT 7s are at the Royal Albert Arms Standard. Friday, Nov. 5. for TRIPLE RAINBOW HALLOWEEN. piano ballad to country-tinged highway rock, is refreshing without being out of place. ROMI MAYES and her band are playing at the Aboriginal Music Week's MÉTIS JAMBOREE is in Saskatoon's sibling rockers VIOLENT KIN play at the Lo Pub. LUKE DOUCET and the SUNPARLOUR PLAYERS True Believer is a gem of an album that will – well, to say the least – not leave you a Times Change(d) High & Lonesome Club. the Marlborough Hotel. The SQUAREHEADS, SCAB SMOKER, ATOMIC at the West End Cultural Centre. Saturday, DON & THE BLACK SUNRISE and CANIFORM are skeptic. DESIREE DORION is holding her album release ANDREW NEVILLE AND THE POOR CHOICES play Nov. 6. SATURDAY, OCT. 30 at War on Music. at the Standard. — Robin Dudgeon at the Park Theatre with ARUN CHATURVEDI. TWO HOURS TRAFFIC at the Royal Albert Arms. The Gate Night All Ages show at Crescent Fort ALL THE KING'S MEN play weekly at The King's SASSY JACK plays at the Royal George. Saturday, Nov. 6. The MINISTERS OF COOL are playing at the Rouge United Church features SCARLET HALO, Head. Norwood Hotel. CHRIS CARMICHAEL plays at the Yellow Dog THE CREEPSHOW at the Royal Albert Arms. ASTROCOVEN, MORTAL RUINS and WILLOW at Blues Jam with BIG DAVE MCLEAN at the Times Tavern. Saturday, Nov. 13. ELEPHANT STONE Synthetic Promotions SLOW MOTION WALTER is at the Royal George 7 p.m. Change(d) High and Lonesome Club. Hotel. Night of the Living Dread 5 with DREADNAUT, The Windsor Hotel is holding a JIMI HENDRIX HOLLERADO at the Pyramid. Wednesday, Nov. The Glass Box EP Where the wild things are: Chi Pig, second from left, with his SNFU bandmates. BAD COUNTRY is back to their old tricks at the TRIBUTE NIGHT. 17. Elephants on Parade The FAST FLYING VIRGINIAN JAM NIGHT at the THE CIVIL DISOBEDIENTS, STILL VILLAGE and Standard. Standard. ANNEX THEORY is at the Zoo. Jazz is on the menu at THE HANG at the Orbit OZZY OSBOURNE rocks the MTS Centre. Hindie-rock group Elephant Stone strikes at the heart of DE LA ROSA releases an album at the Republic Aboriginal Music Week's Halloween Bash is at MONDAY, NOV. 1 Room. Saturday, Nov. 20. indie lovers with their second album The Glass Box EP. Frontman Mr. Chi Pig keeps lineup, the band has continued to soldier on, Nightclub. the Marlborough Hotel. NEVERMORE, WARBRINGER, MUTINY WITHIN and NATHAN ROGERS plays at Shannon's Irish Pub. WINTERSLEEP and RA RA RIOT at the Garrick This album is an amalgamation like no other of vocals, celebrating their 25th anniversary and never CAROLYN DAWN JOHNSON at Club Regent DJs CO-OP & HUNNICUTT hold their annual HATESPHERE are at the Royal Albert Arms. THE MAGICIAN plays at the King's Head. Centre. Saturday, Nov. 20. bass, guitar, keys and – say what? – the sitar! Front man the attitude more than a looking back. Casino. Halloween bash at the Pyramid Cabaret. The MACLEAN BROTHERS do their weekly gig PAUL REVERE & THE RAIDERS at Club Regent. Rishi Dhir puts his Indian-classical background to good Throughout their colourful history, the sin- at the Royal George Hotel. THURSDAY, NOV. 4 quarter-century later Blues Jam with MIDNIGHT TRAIN at the Misfits tribute band TONY DANZIG & THE Monday, Nov. 22. use in Savage Soul, plucking away on this interesting gle stable element was their wild frontman. Windsor Hotel. CHILDREN IN THE HEAT play at the Cavern with KINNIE STARR is featured during Aboriginal Now, as the band gears up for a tour of great- The Blues Jam with TIM BUTLER is at the THE D. RANGERS play their final show at the instrument. What sets Elephant Stone apart from other LONG TERM ENEMY and FLESH AUGER. Academy. Music Week at the West End Cultural Centre West End Cultural Centre. Thursday, Nov. 25. est hits to celebrate a DVD release, the true There is a JAM NIGHT at the Belgian Club. with CRIS DERKSEN, GABRIEL AYALA and JASON The JOHNSON FAMILY BAND featuring mem- bands is not just their use of the sitar, but that every track on this album is just as NATHAN ROGERS plays at Shannon's Irish Pub. Sift through record crates filled with K-Tel TUESDAY. BEDOIN SOUNDCLASH at the Burton Cummings Dustin Blumhagen behind-the-scenes story comes to light. Open bers of Flying Fox and the Hunter-Gatherers, gold at the VINYL DRIP at the Cavern. Theatre. Thursday, Nov. 25. unique as the last. While the tracks are fantastic, the short, instrumental intro and outro The Gateway Your Mouth and Say . . . Mr. Chi Pig chronicles Thursday is Jam Night with ROUTE 59 at the Illusive Mind Gypsy Crew and Alandale per- DEL BARBER is at the Times Change(d) High & feel a little out of place, like good ideas left unfinished. This album of only five tracks Cavern. form at Sam's Place. Join the open mic at Le Garage Café hosted Lonesome Club. RUFUS WAINWRIGHT at the Burton Cummings Edmonton's most popular punk band and the by MELISSA PLETT. Theatre. Wednesday, Dec. 1. feels complete with timeless songs created by Elephant Stone. life of their infamous singer. Big Dancing with RIC HARD & THE HOSERS at ATREYU are performing at the Garrick Centre. The Winnipeg Folk Festival is holding a — Sara Shyiak Ozzy's. THE MAGICIAN plays at the King's Head. Manitoba Independent Songwriter's Circle at ALEXISONFIRE and NORMA JEAN at the Burton EDMONTON (CUP) – Trying to track down When asked about the experience of mak- BEYOND THE VALLEY OF THE DOLLS THEME the Folk Exchange at 7 p.m. Cummings Theatre. Saturday, Dec. 4. legendary punk frontman Mr. Chi Pig was a ing the documentary, Pig responds with typi- FRIDAY, OCT. 29 PARTY is at Mount Loft. TUESDAY, NOV. 2 TWILIGHT HOTEL plays at the Gas Station GWAR at the Garrick Centre. Monday, Dec. 6. difficult process. I finally found the singer of cal punk attitude. There is a double feature at the Standard: SUE FOLEY and PETER KARP are entertaining Indie rockers STARS and YOUNG GALAXY per- Theatre. 8 p.m. LESLEY GORE and THE CHIFFONS at McPhillips KRUPKE seminal punk band SNFU down at Pub 340 "I lived it. It's my life on that fucking film form at the Burton Cummings Theatre. BOG RIVER and OMALLY early on then THE at the Park Theatre. Aboriginal Music Week's ELECTRIC POW WOW Street Station. Monday, Dec. 6. The Pony You Always Wanted Died Today in downtown Vancouver. After several failed when you see that fucking thing. You ever CROOKED BROTHERS and THE SURE THINGS for Aboriginal Music Week's SONGWRITING ABSENT SOUND join magician BRIAN GLOW and features sets by DJ SHUB, BEAR WITNESS, DEE the late show. CONCERT takes place at the West End Cultural Independent attempts, a waitress called me back from the looked in a mirror? How strange is that?" comic BIG DADDY TAZZ at Aqua Books. JAY NDN and DEEJAY FRAME. Are you the type of person who insists that the world bar's phone and passed it off. Their Edmonton show will feature a screen- would be a better place if everyone broke out into a "I'm not an easy guy to get a hold of," said ing of the film that delves into heavy topics MORE MUSIC THIS week choreographed musical once in a while? Krupke is your Pig, born Ken Chinn. After a couple of weeks like addiction and schizophrenia, followed by new favourite band. The Toronto band’s name is taken of emails and phone calls, I'm well aware of the band's performance. One may assume that right out of West Side Story and their debut album, The how elusive he can be. strong feelings of nostalgia will arise when re- Pony You Always Wanted Died Today, performs a musical Punk is often dismissed as the product of a turning to your former home, but Pig plays it for your ears from start to finish. Krupke fuses violin, rebellious teenage phase, but the 47-year-old cool. piano, clarinet, drums, guitar and glockenspiel into an absurd adventure through intri- is as full of vitriol as ever. It seems strange to "It doesn't matter. Location doesn't mat- cate multi-part songs that put the whim in whimsical. Rhino, a track that captures the es- talk to a man who has been involved with such ter, just the fact that I get to play music. What sence of the entire album, incorporates original clarinet and violin riffs, a delightful vocal an important band for longer than I have been more could you ask for? I'm looking forward alive. to seeing my family and friends in Edmonton. duet and some weird French rambling. Just like the rest of the album, including the cover I hope that a lot of people come out to see us art, the components seem like they should contradict each other, but every obscure part "I lived it. It's my life on and I hope they enjoy the film. It's really spe- complements the others. More bands should strive to be this weird. that fucking film when you cial," he said. — Catherine van Reenen After an exchange that includes advice re- see that fucking thing. You garding the merits of not smoking a joint ever looked in a mirror? How before doing an interview, we talk about the THESE KIDS WEAR CROWNS strange is that?" possibility of new SNFU music. These Kids Wear Crowns Anyone familiar with the band's tumultu- Capitol Records/EMI -Chi Pig, SNFU ous history will not be surprised to learn that it's up in the air. / out of 5 (13-year-old OH-EM-GEE fangirl rating) In the early '80s, SNFU brought their brand "We're going through some transitions right (Music aficionado rating) of melodic hardcore to the forefront of the now, so that remains to be seen. We will take STARS punk scene, alongside acts like Youth Brigade it from there.” BASIA BULAT SUE FOLEY & PETER KARP If you’re a preteen girl, you’ll love These Kids Wear and 7 Seconds. However, he notes, “I have a solo 7" record Canadian indie popsters Stars have been on Crowns. If you’re a music aficionado, you’ll see through Emerging at a time when punk was a legiti- coming out.” The multi-talented singer-songwriter from Toronto (who the map for nearly 10 years now. Some might call it fate that the big city girl from Toronto found the gimmick of this Chilliwack, B.C.-based sextet. After mate movement in society, the band lived their Forgetting for a moment that I'm talking to pronounces her name Baw-sha Boo-lot) has been at the The band has worked with Broken Social herself mixed up with the small town man from the dusty state appearing on MuchMusic’s reality show DisBAND, these kids have quickly built relation- reputation to the fullest. Their moniker alleg- someone relaxing in a pub, I confess that I'm piano since she was three years old, but she’s also picked up Scene (bassist Evan Cranley and vocalists Amy of Tennessee. ships with Canadian acts like Hedley and Faber Drive. If you’re a preteen girl, you’ll fall edly means "Society's No Fucking Use." nervous talking to a music legend. guitar, autoharp, banjo, ukelele, saxophone, flute and up- Millan and Torquil Campbell all received credit The musical partnership between Sue Foley and Peter Karp is for all the digital instrumentation, radio-weary song structures and such poetic lyrics Through numerous lineup changes, they re- "A person is a fucking person!" he yelled. right bass along the way. on the band’s 2005 self-titled album). They’ve indeed strange, their collaborative concept CD He Said-She Said as “You got me counting down the days / And it's taking forever and ever / But I am still emerged in the '90s on Epitaph Records to a Then he hung up on me. Bulat’s first album, Oh My Darling, was the result of a born from an exchange of letters and emails the two artists shared also been nominated for high-profile awards, singing myself to sleep.” If you’re a music aficionado, you’ll wonder where the hell all the new skate-punk fanbase. session with Howard Bilerman (Wolf Parade, Arcade Fire, including two Juno nominations for Heart and while touring their respective solo albums. In recent years, with an ever-shuffling Visit www.myspace.com/snfuband. heart and soul that used to be in music went and will have switched to something else. If Godspeed You! Black Emperor). It was originally meant to be Set Yourself on Fire, and a Polaris nod for In Our "I think in my life there was so much that was wrong that the you’re a preteen girl, you’ll love singing this album out loud with your girlfriends at your just an “audible memory” of her time with friends in London, Bedroom After the War. only thing that was right and made me feel good and that I could Ont. and Montreal. Singer Amy Millan said in an interview with be really straight about was talking to Sue through the letters," next slumber party. If you’re anybody else you’ll probably wonder if this is seriously the But Bilerman was so impressed with the demos that he got BlackBook magazine that the changes in their Karp told Blogcritics.org. best young “pop/rock” band that Canada can produce and market. her signed with Rough Trade Records, who released Oh My latest album, The Five Ghosts, had a lot to do Added Foley: "We didn't really know each other but we were — Matt Preprost Darling in 2007. It garnered Bulat a Polaris Prize nomination with the band giving up control. able to express and open ourselves up to each other through letters in 2008, and rave reviews across the music press. “The biggest thing we did was we brought and it became very cathartic and we started to rely on that.” Bulat spent over a year on the road, which inspired her back in Mr. Tom McFall who co-produced Set The result has been making the mouths of critics everywhere SWEATSHIRT WEATHER Get there for less with Travel CUTS. second album Heart of My Own, released in 2010. In an in- Yourself on Fire,” she said. “This was the first drool with delight. With High Hopes terview with CaVaCool.com in January 2010, Bulat said that time we just said, ‘Let’s not just co-produce, “It's not a concept you see every day – two artists chronicling Independent what’s important is capturing the sound of people playing to- let’s let Tom do the album.’ We just kind of their growing relationship in song. Make those artists as gifted as Delivering on their moniker, there’s a certain warmth Bolivia Discovery gether live. gave up some of that control and just trusted in Peter Karp and Sue Foley, and the results are as compelling as they that suits the chill of autumn in Sweatshirt Weather’s Bolivia is a traditional country where modern tourism “That’s something that I’ve done with both records, re- him to bring the music to another level.” are candid,” raved the Philadelphia Enquirer. brand of electro-pop. The Indiana band’s EP With Get your ISIC has barely scratched the surface. If you are looking for in Oct and save cording to tape as much as possible, recording as many peo- Millan said Stars also brought back a lot of “The result is a set of 14 tracks of some of the sexiest, steami- High Hopes has a new-age space vibe, rife with lush an authentic experience and some off-the-beaten path ple playing together as much as possible and not overediting, electronic equipment including a synth bass, est, dramatic and comedic tunes I have ever heard from two very 10-50% off soundscapes of sweeping synths, foot-tapping beats and adventure, Bolivia is the place. overphotoshopping things, so to speak,” she said. new keyboards and programmed beats. different artists,” offered NoDepression.com. “It could have only minimalist guitars. While the poppyness of Escapade Air Canada flights Bulat’s on tour co-headlining with The Acorn on some You can see Stars on Friday, Oct. 29 at the been fate that these two were brought together.” doesn’t fit in with the feel of the rest of the album (it’s Includes: accommodation, transportation, tour leader, booked at 3-day 4WD excursion to the Salar de Uyuni, some meals. dates, and opening for Josh Ritter on others. You can see her Burton Cummings Theatre at 8 p.m. Tickets See Foley and Karp perform at the Park Theatre on Tuesday, still a good song, don’t get me wrong), the strength of Travel CUTS† Thursday, Oct. 28 at the West End Cultural Centre. Tickets are $41.50. Visit www.myspace.com/stars. Nov. 2. Tickets are $15 advance or $20 at the door. Visit www.he- the album lies on tracks like sweeping opener Fall and 106 and the rhythmic urgency of 11 days —Robin Dudgeon * are $22 in advance, or $25 at the door. Visit www.basiabulat. saidshesaidproject.com. Best Intentions. The gang vocals on Live It Up, an ode to taking chances, serve as a nice, $1,079 Departs Feb 19, 2011 com. —Matt Preprost relaxing end to an album you’ll want to listen to all over again. Though relatively young, Other dates available —Robin Dudgeon Sweatshirt Weather are penning catchy songs miles away from other bands trying to do the same thing. Download the EP at tinyurl.com/Uniter-Sweatshirt. Come in store and see us today. travelcuts.com — Matt Preprost 473 Portage Ave. (University of Winnipeg), 204.783.5353

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GET ANIMATED will run at Cinematheque until Sunday, unlikely genres together terdisciplinary media art practice and en- Oct. 31. gage audiences through art installation in the context of a historical, Victorian home. The WSO teams up with GUY MADDIN to Adam Avrashi The exhibit runs until Nov. 7. show you how classical music is used in film CUP Arts Bureau Chief at the Centennial Concert Hall at 8 p.m. on The Wayne Arthur Gallery presents Thursday, Nov. 4. HERSTORY Paintings and Stories by NAOMI MONTREAL (CUP) — Director Michael GERRARD and LORI ZÉBIÈRE. The exhibit will McGowan’s new film opens like many others in be on display until Tuesday, Nov. 7. the Canadian sports genre: On an ice hockey The University of Winnipeg presents two rink. That is, until everyone starts singing. solo exhibitions on campus by photogra- Score! A Hockey Musical, about a home- pher GERRY KOPELOW: WHERE THE BUDDHA Filmmaker JOHN WATERS will speak at schooled Torontonian who gets the chance to WALKED (Gallery 1C03) and FORTY YEARS the Garrick Theatre on Thursday, Nov. 4. play for the big leagues, bends the genre on its AGO TODAY (Hamilton Galleria & University ear by mixing in original musical numbers with The compelling documentary A DRUMMER'S Archives) in Gallery 1C03 until Nov. 20. DREAM appeals to a wider audience than lyrics by McGowan and music by an assortment just beat makers. It plays at Cinematheque of artists, including the Barenaked Ladies. A shared interest in DJ culture brings on Thursday, Nov. 28 at 9:30 p.m., Friday, The film’s lead actor, Noah Reid, was skepti- together the distinct art practices of Nov. 29 7:30 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. and Sunday, JACKSON 2BEARS and BEAR WITNESS Nov. 31 at 7:30 p.m. cal of the concept until he read the script. “In some ways it sounded a little strange, but in REMIX THEORY at the Urban Shaman CANADA’S NATIONAL SCREEN INSTITUTE for me it was perfect,” Reid said. “It comprised Gallery until Saturday, Nov. 20. is accepting applications from emerging Mongrel Media filmmakers for its 2011N SI DRAMA PRIZE all the things I could do in life: Acting, singing Actor Noah Reid, centre, was skeptical of the concept of Score! A Hockey Musical until he read the script. The Winnipeg Art Gallery is holding an ex- TRAINING PROGRAM. Writers, directors and and playing hockey. If you think about it, it’s hibition of Canadian painter WANDA KOOP producers receive training in the produc- two things that Canadians do exceptionally well until Sunday, Nov. 21. tion of a short film using mentoring and in- — music and hockey.” role as Sandy in the film version ofGrease and a tosterone going on and I just wanted to play tensive filmmaking workshops delivered by Reid plays 17-year-old Farley Gordon, raised musical theatre pro, play his mom. the game.” IN THE GLOW: THE SCIENCE BEHIND THE leading industry experts. Apply by 4:30 p.m. by vegan, hippie parents (Olivia Newton-John “She didn’t give me advice on being in a mu- Score! A Hockey Musical was honoured with ART OF NEON lights up Alloway Hall in the on Wednesday, Nov. 17. Full details available Manitoba Museum until Jan. 3. at www.nsi-canada.ca. and Marc Jordan), who is so sheltered from sical, but she just kind of patted me on the back being the festival opener at this year’s Toronto reality that he doesn’t even know who Sidney and said, ‘You’re doing great,’” he said. International Film Festival, but received a body The Manitoba Crafts Museum will have the Astron-6 and Troma Entertainment are Crosby is — “Cindy who?” he asks in the film. Score! A Hockey Musical, while mostly a silly check into the boards by critics soon thereafter. casting for the upcoming horror/comedy Jordan Janisse WORKED IN WOOD display up until early feature film Father's Day, shooting this But that all changes when he is offered a farce, does deal with some contentious issues “How fitting that the setting is Toronto — January 2011. winter in Winnipeg. Please contact Adam at chance to play in the big leagues and is thrust present in professional hockey. this thing plays like the Leafs,” wrote the Globe NaNoToBans shirk “The point of NaNo is ‘no plot, no prob- “I think it really brings about a creative trans- [email protected] if you're interested into the media spotlight. When Farley is accepted onto the team, he is and Mail. “Don’t expect this musical with Olivia lem,’ and it’s the word count that matters,” said formation in a lot of people,” she said. “I would in auditioning. expected to get into fistfights on the ice with his Newton-John in U.S. theatres,” added the New traditional author image in Laurie Smith, a local freelance commercial art- encourage writers to try NaNo just to see what opponents to truly be a man and defends the York Post. ist, writer, and Manitoba NaNo competitor (or the discipline does to them. I think they’ll be LITERATURE “Our little musical hockey team’s honour. But some critics saw the film for what it is: favour of getting it done NaNoToBan). “The end goal is to have those surprised at what they’re capable of.” Kelly Hughes Live! at Aqua Books on Friday, movie didn’t appeal to what As one character says in the film, “Hockey Pure Canadian goofball fun. 50,000 words and not to have edited it.” “Anyone who can tell a story can write, so re- Oct. 29 at 7 p.m. will feature illusionist they thought (the TIFF) without fighting is like Kraft Dinner without “Score! is as deep as a Don Cherry rant, but Smith, in her third year participating in the ally, anyone can participate,” added Punkert. BODIES... THE EXHIBITION is on display at BRIAN GLOW comedian BIG DADDY TAZZ and cheese.” it’s also a crowd-pleaser, one that doesn’t require Aaron Snider 30-day writing frenzy, won the event in both of “I think that NaNoWriMo is a subculture the MTS Centre Exhibition Hall. music by ABSENT SOUND. opening night film should be. But Farley prefers to play a clean game and season tickets to the Maple Leafs to appreciate,” Staff Writer her previous attempts – last year and in 2007. A that flies in the face of traditional wisdom about The PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY JUNE PEPPER HARRIS will be at Aqua Books But I can tell you having been doesn’t see a point in brawling, which causes said the Toronto Star. win means to write 50,000 words between Nov. who should write, why they should write, and ART is seeking up to six energetic, or- at 3 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 30 to launch there, everyone had a good friction with his fellow players and the Canadian “You know, typically the opening film for 1 and Nov. 30. what constitutes good writing. When asked, we ganized and professional Gallery/Shop her book I Used to Be Coloured, But Now media, who label him a wimp. TIFF is a sombre, serious life story about death,” Quantity over quality. That’s the name of the Even without editing, time management is will be the first ones to say that our job is not I'm Black. time laughing and singing on Attendants. Plug In ICA has recently made Reid says he enjoys seeing a fight in profes- said Reid. game when trying to write a 175-page novel in key to a successful NaNo experience. to make anyone a better writer, it is to get them the move to new facilities at 460 Portage Submissions for I THINK I'M WITH THE RIGHT the way out of the theatre.” sional hockey, but only when it is necessary to “So our little musical hockey movie didn’t just 30 days. “You have to hit 1,667 words per day in order into a chair and writing.” Ave. A job description is available to down- PERSON, a chapbook project, have been defend a star player. appeal to what they thought opening night film And it’s going to be the guiding philosophy to hit that 50,000 word target by the end of the One way of doing this is via write-ins, brain- extended to Saturday, Oct. 30. Submitted – Noah Reid, actor, Score! A Hockey Musical load at www.plugin.org. pieces should be directed to withtheright- Otherwise, he says, the showmanship of rev- should be. But I can tell you having been there, of hundreds of thousands of ambitious authors month,” Smith said. storming and support sessions held throughout [email protected]. ving up a crowd with a fight becomes a bit of everyone had a good time laughing and singing around the world as they attempt to do just that. She plans to give herself two hours every day November, usually at the Millennium Library. THEATRE, DANCE & COMEDY Reid, 23, has been acting professionally since a circus. Much like his character, however, he on the way out of the theatre. November is National Novel Writing Month, to reach this goal, though where the two hours “There is a strong literary community in The featured reader at the Speaking Crow The Fringe Fest hit MACABRE TALES OF Open Mic at Aqua Books on Tuesday, Nov. 2 he was eight, voicing Canada’s treasured turtle agrees that fighting should stay out of junior “I just hope everyone gets a chance to see it known as NaNoWriMo to those involved, an will fit into the day remains undetermined. Winnipeg, and also a strong aspiring literary HORROR AND MACABRENESS is being at 7 p.m. is LAURIE BLOCK. in the children’s series Franklin the Turtle. He leagues. and judge for themselves.” international annual event that started in 1999 “The rest of the year I tend to write as the in- community in terms of first-time writers,” said performed at the Gas Station Theatre on also sang in choirs and performed in vocal com- “I understand kids have to make a point that in San Francisco. spiration strikes me.” John Toews, events coordinator at McNally Friday, Oct. 29 at 8 p.m. and Sunday, Oct. 30 One of Canada’s finest political poets, ARYG at 3 and 8 p.m. GEDDES, will be at the McNally Robinson on petitions until he became old enough for “sing- they are tough if they are trying to make the Score! A Hockey Musical is now playing at ”When asked, we will be the The time limit isn’t necessarily intended Robinson at Grant Park, where the NaNoWriMo Nov. 2 at 7:30 p.m. for a reading and signing. ing not to be considered cool.” NHL,” he said. “But it’s such a fragile time. I Globe Cinema, SilverCity Polo Park and as a means to create stress and scare away the kick-off was held Oct. 23. Escape artist DEAN GUNNARSON will be However, he does admit that it was pretty stopped playing hockey in a league when I was SilverCity St. Vital. Visit www.winnipegmovies. first ones to say that our job weak. Betty Punkert, co-municipal liaison for “(NaNo) is very popular and they’ve got a buried alive under the Golf Dome on Friday, Journalist CHRISTIE BLATCHFORD will be Oct. 29 and will emerge on Halloween. at McNally Robinson for a reading and cool to have Newton-John, best known for her 16 because there was too much anger and tes- com for show times. is not to make anyone a better NaNoWriMo in Manitoba, said in an email that very good supportive culture here in November signing of her book, Helpless: Caledonia’s writer, it is to get them into a the arbitrary deadline is primarily intended to to help writers get through the month and to get NIGHTMARE IN WONDERLAND: A Halloween Nightmare of Fear and Anarchy, and How eliminate indecision and procrastination. that word count out,” Smith said. B-Boy Battle at the Graffiti Gallery is on the Law Failed All of Us on Nov. 3 at 7 p.m. chair and writing.” “The human mind works better to a deadline, Saturday, Oct. 30 at 6 p.m. Prairie Fire Press in conjunction with – Betty Punkert, co-municipal liaison, NaNoWriMo even if it is self-imposed,” she said. Up for a challenge? For more information, visit Evan Smith's religious comedy The McNally Robinson Booksellers is hosting Smith agrees. www.nanowrimo.org SAVANNAH DISPUTATION is being per- its ANNUAL POETRY, FICTION AND CREATIVE formed at the Prarie Theatre Exchange NON-FICTION CONTESTS with a deadline of Book Review until Sunday, Oct. 31. November 30, 2010. Visit www.prairiefire.ca The JUST FOR LAUGHS COMEDY TOUR rolls for details. Matt Preprost life seemingly loses its meaning. into the Centennial Concert Hall on Nov. 2 Entries are now being accepted for the Arts & Culture Editor And beneath its seemingly cheeky and child- with Jeremy Hotz, Frank Spadone, Robert MANITOBA BOOK AWARDS. The deadline for ish veneer lies a deeper story about the secrets we Kelly, Bob Arno, Gina Yashere and Ryan submissions is Tuesday, Dec. 7. Go to www. POSTGRADUATE Hamilton. manitobabookawards.com for more details. One Bloody Thing After Another hide from others, and all the pain and indeci- Joey Comeau sions that come along with it. JOHN WATERS will be doing a public ad- GALLERIES & MUSEUMS 165 pages dress as part of the MY CITY IS STILL CERTIFICATES BREATHING symposium at the Garrick ECW Press, 2010 Because the novella is so Organic Chemistry by ERIK BAKER opens at Centre on Thursday, Nov. 4. short and punchy, it’s hard not the Cre8ery on Thursday, Oct. 28 and runs Jackie has a crush on her best friend, Ann. Theatre Projects Manitoba will be per- until Tuesday, Nov. 2. Financial Planning to be enthralled and keep the forming ALMIGHTY VOICE AND HIS WIFE at Problem is, Jackie doesn’t even know if Ann is a the Rachel Brown Theatre From Nov. 4 to The Semai Gallery will host a collection of Global Business Management lesbian too, and besides, Ann has her problems pages turning Nov. 14. GARY SHAPIRA'S paintings entitled FANTASY at home dealing with her mother, a growingly Human Resources Management The Shoestring Players are doing a pro- LANDSCAPES until Saturday, Oct. 30. ravenous zombie chained up in her basement. It’s hard to say much more than that with- duction of Shakespeare's rom-com A Meanwhile, Charlie is starting to worry that out ruining the book. But Comeau has crafted a REDRUM by Jillian McDonald is at Gallery International Development MIDSUMMER NIGHT'S DREAM Wednesday, his dog, Mitchie, is an idiot and growing more delightful little story leaving you wanting more Nov. 3 to Friday, Nov. 5 at 7:30 p.m. OneOneOne at the University of Manitoba International Marketing stupid with age, and he has no idea why a ghost when you read the final sentences. Saturday, Nov. 6 and Sunday, Nov. 7 at until Sunday, Oct. 31. Marketing Management carrying its own severed head keeps bothering 2:30 p.m. All performances will be at the Manitoba Centre for the Deaf. An art exhibit featuring illustrators Public Administration him in his apartment building. BETH FREY (Toronto), SBK & TRIUMPHENE These seemingly separate storylines manage The MTC kicks off its theatre season with (Montreal), will be on display at Freud's to intertwine themselves neatly in this brisk and a production of ONE FLEW OVER THE Bathhouse and Diner until Monday, Nov. 1. brilliant read by Joey Comeau. CUCKOO'S NEST. Based on the novel by Ken Want to know what Kesey that follows life inside a mental in- Because the novella is so short and punchy, The Winnipeg Arts Council and the Eritrean stitution, this production is starring Shaun it’s hard not to be enthralled and keep the pages Community of Winnipeg present PICTURING Winnipeg is reading? Smyth as McMurphy. There will be perfor- turning. mances until Saturday, Nov. 6. A BRIGHT FUTURE: THE ERITREAN WOMEN'S And while One Bloody Thing After Another is PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT until Wednesday, RON JAMES tells jokes at Pantages a “horror” novel perfect for this time of year, the Nov. 3. Playhouse on Friday, Nov. 12. book’s strength lies in Comeau’s ability to mix Local creators, critics and consumers Sunday night open mic comedy at the The Graffiti Gallery and Bike To The Future both humour and the profound all at once. of literature divulge their current reads Cavern, featuring JOHN B. DUFF. present PUSH, PEDAL, STRIDE: An Art Show Highbrow critics, like those at the Globe and of Ann. in a new online-only, monthly series Inspired By Active Transportation. The Mail, have lamented that what Comeau’s sto- You wouldn’t feel the same anxiousness Ann Every Tuesday night head down to the King's Head Pub for a free comedy artwork will be on display at the Graffiti started by Uniter copy and style editor ries lack are definitive story arcs and characters feels trying to find freshly killed things to fed performance. Gallery until Thursday, Nov. 4. worth caring about. her mother. Britt Embry. If you’ve read that, consider it hogwash. While You wouldn’t be worried when Charlie’s dog The open mic comedy night at the The PLUG IN INSTITUTE OF CONTEMPORARY Standard is hosted by JON DORE every ART will hold its grand opening in the new most of Comeau’s works are on the shorter side, winds up missing and feel that familiar pang Go to www.uniter.ca/blog/entry/5008 Thursday at 8 p.m. by no means do they fall short. of guilt in your heart associated with dramatic Portage Avenue location on Saturday, to read the first instalment. business.humber.ca If that were the case, you wouldn’t find your- irony when you find out what happens to it. Comedy night with SCOOTS MCTAVISH Nov. 6. visit www.uniter.ca every Thursday at Shannon's Irish Pub. self strangely rooting for Jackie to win the heart You wouldn’t feel sympathy for Charlie as his 16 Arts & Culture Arts & Culture 17 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter How many times do I have to kill you? Slutty whores, worried parents and hygiene enthusiasts From vampires to zombies to ghosts and ghouls, the undead keep on rising in pop culture Some things to watch out for this Halloween holiday season Ellie Einarson Volunteer Staff Catherine van Reenen Staff Writer A pale-skinned boy kisses a girl on the lips, and then slowly digs his fangs into the suc- Ah, Halloween. All holidays encourage ridiculous outfits and weird behavior, but Halloween does it the best. The following is a preview of culent skin of her neck. She flings her head things to look forward to this Oct. 31. back and cringes with horror and lust. Romantic, no? Vampires and their undead friends – The Costumes The people werewolves, zombies and spirits – have taken over popular culture. No medium has es- Slutty Whores: The Kid Who is Way Too Old to be Trick-or-Treating: caped the wrath of the undead, with books, movies, television series and video games all succumbing to their allure. Even this month’s Playboy features vam- pires, with the catchy title “Bloodlust! Why the undead are hot again.” So, why are the undead so popular? Vampires and the undead have always proliferated in popular culture, but have ex- perienced a recent renaissance, beginning with Anne Rice’s Vampire Chronicles of the 1980s. “I think the vampire enjoys popularity be- cause, as Anne Rice says, it has an all-encom- passing reach,” said Mary Findley, a vampire expert at Vermont Technical College. “It speaks to the outsider and the predator in all of us. It also represents the American dream. We live in a culture that puts a great deal of importance on material possessions. Ayame Ulrich The vampire of today is eternally youthful, “The vampire myth is all about sex. The literary Eventually, our trick-or-treating days must be put behind us and we, sexy, hot, beats disease and death, is wealthy establishment created the vampire as a seductive figure, received, follows high school kids in their completing the circle of life, end up handing out the candy. You hear and gets the hot women or men.” encounters with the dark and the undead Push-up bra? Check. Fishnets? Check. Throw in a random animal- the battle cry, you open the door and see a group of the cutest little Sex is definitely a driving force behind the linked to the fear of foreigners and disease.” through the book of pure evil. themed accessory and abra-ca-scantily-clad-abra, you have yourself kids dressed as wizards, ninjas, bunnies and – what the fuck? A six- vampire’s appeal. – Catherine Tosenberger, English professor, University of Winnipeg “There’s something about feeling mar- a costume. For the ladies in need of a two-syllable “da-amn” to boost foot-two dude in a clown mask? You knew you heard a post-pubes- “The vampire myth is all about sex,” said ginalized and outcast and having this won- their self-confidence, Halloween presents the perfect opportunity to cent male voice somewhere in that “trick-or-treat.” This douchebag Catherine Tosenberger, an English professor Twilight plays on the innocence of young of hot, lustful, steamy sex of all kinds, be- derful escape,” Pringle said. “It removes you dress like a whore in a social setting without getting arrested for so- always stands in the back of the crowd, as if the initial cuteness of at the University of Winnipeg. “The literary love, an example of what Tosenberger calls tween all characters in just about any place from the banality of everyday, where you’re liciting. What’s interesting is that every girl is aware of this pathetic the munchkins that immediately confronts your eyes will reduce establishment created the vampire as a se- “abstinence porn.” imaginable,” said Findley. just your average kid going to your average excuse to show off their tits, but they still try to out-skank every the obviousness of his presence. Although, I guess it's commendable ductive figure, linked to the fear of foreign- “Twilight struck a chord (with) people Aside from sex, the undead and vampires school and dealing with your problems.” other girl at the party. I suggest that in order to win the award for that some stoners actually exercise in order to find food and satisfy ers and disease.” raised with abstinence only education ... it also appeal to common human emotion. One thing is for sure, the undead aren’t sluttyest costume this Halloween, cut out the cat ears and just dress their munchies. Stephanie Meyer’s Twilight series and appeals very much to young women and le- Suzanne Pringle plays Marcy in the lo- going away anytime soon. like a prostitute. HBO’s True Blood utilize sex appeal to cap- gitimizes the exploration of female desire,” cally produced TV series, Todd and the Book So, I’d suggest going to pick up a copy The Worried Parent: ture their audience. Their fan base is diverse said Tosenberger. of Pure Evil. of The Vampire Seduction Handbook and Costume Recyclers: – Twilight even has a terrifying fan group By contrast, True Blood is overtly sexual. The show, whose first episode had the hope you’re lucky enough to snag yourself Back when I went called “Twilight Moms.” “It’s a no-holds-barred jump into the pool highest ratings the Space Network has ever a vampire. You know the guy trick-or-treating, my who has been Freddy dad let me run wild Krueger every freak- (or more accurately, Humans battle zombies at Windsor campus ing year since the orig- waddle wild with my inal movie came out? costume on top of my Themed tag ‘infects’ represented in film to a new level. And the girl who has snowsuit). Now I see Each player starts as a human and one been a princess since parents coming right students player is randomly chosen to be the original she was seven solely up to the doors with zombie (OZ) who is charged with tagging as because she still has their children and in- Leanna Roy many people as possible. the crown? GET A specting the candy The Lance (University of Windsor) Once a player is tagged, they become a NEW COSTUME they receive to make zombie and must tag, or “infect,” one human ALREADY. The only sure it’s not laced with every 48 hours or starve to death. The zom- exception to these crack. Then they jump WINDSOR, Ont. (CUP) — Students have bies must tag all humans in the game in order types of costumes are back in the minivan and drive to the next house to make sure their been battling zombies for the past five years, to win. In order for the humans to claim vic- the My-Parents-Had-A-Rough-Year-Financially Costumes – like kids don’t get attacked by hooligans on the way. Being over-protec- but the zombies keep winning. tory, they must survive long enough for the when your mom tries to save money by sewing pom-poms to the tive is a parent’s prerogative, but waddling wild through the streets Humans vs. Zombies is a moderated all zombies to starve. front of last year's bee costume and tells you you're a clown this year. at night is one of the most exciting things about Halloween for kids. game of tag commonly played on college The zombies wear bandanas on their A clown with a stinger. Thanks, Mom. And honestly, if someone’s going to give your kid crack, it would campuses and now growing on campuses heads and humans wrap them around their happen at school anyway. across Canada. Human players must remain arms. Offensive Costumes: vigilant. They must defend themselves with Defence is a key aspect of the game. The Obesity Supporters/Hygiene Enthusiasts: socks, marshmallows and Nerf guns and Humans can stun zombies for 15 minutes if COURTESY THE LANCE avoid being tagged by the growing zombie they shoot them with a Nerf gun or a balled So hungry they could eat an arm: Students participate in Humans vs. Zombies, a moderated game of tag that is horde. The zombies have prevailed time after up sock. Even when equipped with weap- growing in popularity on campuses across Canada. time, but students worldwide keep playing onry and provided safe zones, though, hu- for another chance to claim victory for the mans almost always lose. human race. “Its almost impossible for humans to sur- and defence.” to make campus a fun place to be even if it's vive,” said Christopher Weed, co-founder of “I am part of this club because I wanted just for a few weeks at a time.” TV personality Stephen the game. Colbert called the game To make survival even more improbable, humans are given missions that force them “the number one threat to out of their hiding, including gathering food America,” arguing that the and helping each other. zombie apocalypse should Anne Chen, president of the HvZ club at October 15 – October 29 the University of Windsor, has known about A Participatory Telephone Performance by Sandee Moore not be taken lightly the game since high school. “We don't have as many players as some Subscribe at at 949-9134 ext. 6 or www.wakeupwinnipeg.org Since the zombie apocalypse befell man- schools in the States,” said Chen. "Our group Presented by Video Pool Media Arts Centre kind in 2005, Humans vs. Zombies has de- is pretty tight-knit and everyone knows ev- veloped an international fanbase, drawing eryone else.” the attention of documentary filmmakers That makes it easier to make sure partici- You know the house that gives away the full-size chocolate bars? and even TV personality Stephen Colbert, pants are following the rules, she added, but Video Pool Media Arts Centre presents a participatory telephone If you are going to dress as an aborted fetus or Sarah Palin carry- These people are contributing to rising childhood obesity rates. who called the game “the number one threat she still hopes the group will grow. ing a bloody, dead bear wearing an Obama mask, you have to be What’s missing in these people’s lives that they need to bribe children to America,” arguing that the zombie apoca- Chen maintains that participating stu- performance by local artist Sandee Moore. Taking the form of a prepared to be called an asshole at least eight times that evening. with more carbohydrates and sugar than their neighbours? In oppo- lypse should not be taken lightly. dents should not let the game interfere with telephone wake up call, Moore invites subscribers to her service to Ranging from disturbingly crude to poignantly clever, the offensive sition to the Obesity Supporters we have the Hygiene Enthusiasts: Students the world over, respectfully schoolwork, but admits that it’s hard not to consider local politics on the dawn of Winnipeg's civic election. costume usually reflects current pop culture, and is often the male the ones who give you a toothbrush or soap. Halloween is the one disagree. focus on the game sometimes. equivalent of the slutty whore costume (“How many people can I magically strange day of the year where it is socially acceptable to Students at Goucher College in Baltimore “The most interesting story from the game Participants will enjoy the personal interaction of a wake up call make spit out their beer in disgust” as opposed to “how many guys scream at people’s doors and be rewarded with candy for it. Not were the first to come up with the game and so far is when I witnessed someone hold off that draws upon the human element has been can I provide jerk-off material for?”). Offensive costumes make you super fantastic candy and not the exact opposite of candy – just a documentary was made about them in 10 zombies while on a solo run,” said Chen. replaced by automation. wonder who the fuck creates these costumes. If anyone knows where candy. If you encounter these people on Halloween, smack them in 2007. Calling themselves the Spartans, they “They did get tagged in the end, but it was to apply for the job designing penis costumes, please let me know. the head with your UNICEF box. took the idea of the zombie apocalypse often an amazing feat of hand-eye co-ordination, Illustrations by Aranda Adams 18 Arts & Culture Arts & Culture 19 The Uniter October 28, 2010 www.Uniter.ca www.uniter.ca October 28, 2010 The Uniter

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