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Looking for listings? Cover Image CAMPUS & COMMUNITY LISTINGS AND What does a growing VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES  page 4 A cyclist takes part in DarkCross student body mean for the Why the Ellice Cafe mattered MUSIC  page 10 2012 this past Saturday, Sept. 15 at University of Winnipeg? FILM & LIT  page 14 the Red River Co-op Speedway. GALLERIES & MUSEUMS  page 14 Photo by Dylan Hewlett campus comments THEATRE, DANCE & COMEDY  page 14  page 5  page 7 See story on page 13. AWARDS & FINANCIAL AID  page 14

The pros and cons of guaranteed annual income UNITER STAFF

Debate surrounding Canada's welfare system continues Managing Editor Aaron Epp » [email protected] Alex Paterson Business Manager Beat reporter Geoffrey Brown » [email protected] PRODUCTION MANAGER Ayame Ulrich [email protected] While both conservatives and progressives agree » the welfare system is broken, they cannot agree copy and style editor on how to fix it. Britt Embry » [email protected] Conservative Senator Hugh Segal reignited Photo editor the debate last year on moving forward on a Dylan Hewlett » [email protected] guaranteed annual income (GAI), and progres- sives have followed suit, recently hosting a forum news assignment editor in Winnipeg to discuss the findings of the Dau- Ethan Cabel » [email protected] phin Experiment to a public audience. news production editor The Dauphin experiment was a four-year Matt Preprost » [email protected] study between 1974 and 1978, wherein the fed- eral and provincial governments tried imple- arts editor Nicholas Friesen [email protected] menting the GAI in the city and studied the » results. CULTURE editor Topping up the income for every low-income Dunja Kovacevic » [email protected] in Dauphin, from the working poor to those comments editor not eligible for welfare, led to better health rates, DYLAN HEWLETT Katerina Tefft » [email protected] increased high school graduation rates and didn’t Worth a look? Debate is being reignited on whether or not governments should replace the current welfare system with cause people to stop working, according to Eve- a guaranteed annual income for the working poor to those not eligible for welfare. listings co-ordinator lyn Forget, who led the forum on behalf of Win- Ken Prue » [email protected] nipeg Harvest and Food Matters Manitoba. considering the current context. tion rent controls give developers a 20-year win- CAMPUS BEAT REPORTER The Frontier Centre for Public Policy’s “Conservatives like this idea because it has dow before controls are imposed. Amy Groening » [email protected] (FCPP) Steven Lafluer agrees that GAI could be the potential to eliminate bureaucracy and save The developer still gets to establish what a good replacement for the current welfare sys- money,” she said. rent is after construction. Rent controls can be BEAT REPORTER Carson Hammond [email protected] tem as long as it is structured to not inhibit entry “Progressives in Manitoba are having a hard waived for renovations, units more than $1140 » into the labour market. enough time getting a win on raising rental per month and non-profit subsidized housing. BEAT REPORTER “The virtue of GAI is simplicity, there’s very allowances. I can’t imagine how we’d fight for a However, according to Mackinnon, there’s no Alex Paterson » [email protected] little duplication. As with all welfare models national or provincial GAI right now.” money in low-income housing. ARTS REPORTER there needs to be incentives to join the work- Kirsten Bernas, from Make Poverty History “It is not a market,” she said. “Many are happy Kaeleigh Ayre » [email protected] force, not just collect,” he said. Manitoba, sees rental allowance being far below to let government take care of that responsibil- what is necessary to provide safe housing for cit- ity.” online editor “The virtue of GAI is izens on social assistance. Welfare systems need to be built with labour Harrison Samphir » [email protected] simplicity, there’s very little According to Bernas, the assistance rate for markets in mind, Mackinnon stressed. individuals is $285 per month, a rate in place The CCPA released a report on living wages CONTRIBUTORS: duplication. As with all since 1992. For families requiring a three-bed- in 2009 that argued families of four (two adults, welfare models there needs room apartment, the rate is $471 to $513 per two children) require a wage of $13.44 per hour, to be incentives to join the month. with each parent working 35 hours per week Unfortunately the average cost of a three-bed- to be able to provide the basics of a decent life Jessica Botelho-Urbanski, workforce, not just collect.” room in Winnipeg is $1100. and the ability to participate in social life as an When asked about rental allowances, Lafluer engaged citizen. Clara Buelow, Shauna Fay, John - Steven Lafluer, public policy analyst, the Gaudes, Grace Kennedy, Anne Frontier Centre for Public Policy stated, “We need to adjust rates to what things “We think all employers have a social respon- actually cost in the current market.” sibility to provide an adequate wage to their Lindsey, Lauren Parsons, Jesse Lafluer also argued that eliminating rent con- employees.” Rodgers, Mandalyn Unger, Emily While agreeing that there is potential for the trol would be advantageous to bringing down Lafluer, on the other hand, sees the mini- Ternette, Nick Ternette GAI to address issues of poverty, Shauna MacK- rental prices and providing incentive to building mum wage being raised as a recipe for increas- innon, director of the Canadian Centre for Pol- new housing units. ing unemployment, while acknowledging that icy Alternatives (CCPA), was adamant adequate “No one wants to develop if you can’t make people’s ability to survive needs to come from wages must go hand in hand with GAI to create enough money to maintain safe housing,” he somewhere he does not think it should be on the an effective welfare system. said. backs of employers. Instead, he would consider a The Uniter is the official student newspaper of the She argues that a GAI is very hard to imagine Current rental regulations on second-genera- negative income tax. University of Winnipeg and is published by Mouseland Press Inc. Mouseland Press Inc. is a membership based organization in which students and community members are invited to participate. For more information on how to become a member go to www. BY Carson Hammond uniter.ca, or call the office at 786-9790. The Uniter is a Q: Why do you think there are virtually no member of the Canadian University Press and Campus openly gay athletes in professional sports? Plus Media Services. SUBMISSION OF ARTICLES, LETTERS, GRAPHICS AND PHOTOS ARE WELCOME. Articles must be submitted in text (.rtf) or Microsoft Word (.doc) format to editor@ Shianne Kruger, first-year Melissa Suggitt, uniter.ca, or the relevant section editor. 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Fax: 204.783.7080 E-mail: [email protected] Web: www.uniter.ca Website: Mary Burton Brett Hendrickson, LOCATION » “I don’t think it’s a problem first-year student www.uniter.ca Room ORM14 University of Winnipeg with the sports culture so “It’s definitely the Facebook: 515 Portage Avenue much as society in general. culture. (In sports cul- www.tinyurl.com/TheUniter Winnipeg, Manitoba R3B 2E9 People find it hard to accept ture) there’s all these anything that’s unknown — negative associations Twitter: it’s scary to them. with the word gay. @TheUniter Like, ‘That’s so gay’. It Mouseland Press Board of Directors: would be pretty huge if Ben Wickstrom (interim chair), Peter Ives, an active professional Robert Galston, Sara McGregor, Justin athlete stepped up and Leblanc, Lindsey Wiebe, Melissa Martin, came out.” Emily Guttormson, Chris Hunter and Shannon Sampert. For inquiries e-mail: [email protected] News 03 www.uniter.ca September 20, 2012 The Uniter News ‘A wake-up call’ New Manitoba HIV study reveals massive aboriginal overrepresentation, dispels transmission stereotypes

Supplied Participants take part in the Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life. Of the 80 new HIV cases diagnosed and referred to the Manitoba HIV Program in 2011, 53 per cent of cases identified themselves as aboriginal – a stark and disproportionate overrepresentation of a demographic comprising only 15.5 per cent of Manitoba’s population.

—down from 102 in 2010 and 99 in 2009. Of founded MHIVP, thinks most Manitobans the MHIVP report “a wake-up call.” Carson Hammond these, 56 per cent were male and 44 per cent have a skewed perception of what HIV and According to Clement, a variety of health Beat reporter were female. AIDS really look like in their province and and social determinants within the Canadian The report’s most striking statistics, how- across the country. aboriginal community in general — rang- ever, are those describing the virus’s mode of “They just don’t think it’s something that ing from lower-quality education and higher transmission and ethnic representation. can affect them — but it is and it can,” she unemployment rates to inferior socio-eco- Of the new cases, 53 per cent identified said. nomic status and the lasting effects of colo- themselves as aboriginal — a figure that Nine Circles provides care for those liv- nialism — all contribute to a “very compli- reveals a starkly disproportionate overrepre- ing with HIV, promotes prevention via edu- cated health issue.” AIDS sentation of a demographic comprising only cation and resource distribution (the centre Clement also mentioned that young HIV BA 15.5 per cent of the province’s population, offers free instruction for safer sex and injec- aboriginals who move between reserves and IN MANITO according to 2006 census data. tion drug use, as well as condoms and clean urban centres are at an increased risk of HIV Additionally, in 2011, 67 per cent of new- needles) and on-site testing for all STIs at its infection. to-care cases contracted the virus via hetero- West Broadway location. “We need to have a multi-pronged sexual sex — up from 42 per cent in 2009. While some Manitobans believe that they approach (with respect to HIV in the aborigi- Other modes of transmission listed in the are immune to HIV infection if they do not nal community),” he said, noting that reserve, A new report by the Manitoba HIV Pro- report — including men having sex with men engage in homosexual sex nor intravenous community and government leaders need to gram (MHIVP) has shed light on an ongo- (MSM) and injection drug use (IDU) — have drug use, the new report offers clear evidence co-operate if progress is to be seen. ing problem. seen a drop over the three-year period. to the contrary, Dube noted. “(HIV) is not an aboriginal problem — it’s According to the annual report, 80 new Sané Dube, membership coordinator for “HIV doesn’t discriminate,” she said. a Canadian problem,” he said. cases of human immunodeficiency virus the Nine Circles Community Health Cen- Ken Clement, executive director of the The office of Manitoba Minister of Healthy (HIV) were diagnosed and referred to the tre, one of the two Winnipeg sites that form Canadian Aboriginal AIDS Network, a non- Living Jim Rondeau verified statistics via program in 2011 from within the province the Winnipeg Regional Health Authority- profit, federally funded organization, called email. New campaign takes aim at homophobia in locker rooms Jets join ‘You Can Play’ campaign. Will the Wesmen follow?

Alex Paterson or major league baseball. Beat reporter Burke regards homophobic slurs as equal to racist slurs and wants to see coaches and teammates hold each other accountable. A new campaign aims to change the locker “Basically you need to commit to elim- room into a safe space for gay and lesbian inating 10 words from your vocabulary and athletes at all levels of sports. you’ve done 90 per cent of the work,” he The Winnipeg Jets recently joined the said. You Can Play campaign, launched in spring Burke understands homophobia devel- of 2012 with a single video of current NHL oped as a way of defining manhood. He is stars simply stating, “If you can play, you can adamant that being a man has nothing to do play.” with whom you love or with whom you have The message of the campaign is that sim- sex. ple: if you have the ability to play, you should “Being gay doesn’t make you less of a be welcomed on a team. Sexual orientation man,” he said. “Defending those who need it should not be part of how a player is judged. and standing up for what is right makes you a Dustin Byfuglien and Tanner Glass were man. That’s what being an ally is all about.” the first Jets to join the campaign. He points to professional athletes such as You Can Play was founded after the death rugby player Garret Thomas as exemplars of of Brendan Burke, son of Toronto Maple masculinity who are gay, mentioning there Leafs general manager Brian Burke. are a number of gay UFC fighters as well. Dylan Hewlett Brendan Burke was an activist for LGBT UFC promoter Dana White has gone so The You Can Play campaign aims to change locker rooms into a safe space for gay and lesbian athletes at all players; after his death, his brother Patrick, far as to implore any queer UFC fighters to levels of sports. along with Brian Kitts and Glenn Witman, come out, he said. created the campaign to continue the legacy. Burke and company are hoping You Can or homophobia, according to Wesmen com- of Winnipeg’s Respectful Learning and Work Patrick Burke believes the campaign is Play will reach grassroots sports, most espe- munications director Sheldon Appelle. Environment Policy — a policy that, accord- needed because often locker rooms and cially university and college campuses. Nor have there been talks of engaging in a ing to the university’s website, establishes “a sports in general are cultures that build on A former Wesmen men’s basketball team campaign to rid homophobia from the Wes- methodology for educating and training Uni- themselves. player, speaking on condition of anonymity, men locker rooms. versity employees and students with regard to “Sports teams are very insular cultures — told The Uniter homophobia was a problem Doran Reid, athletic director for the Wes- discrimination and/or harassment, as well as there are not enough challenges,” he said. in the locker room during his career there. men, said the team is developing a new code a methodology for addressing any concerns According to Burke, there are no active However, Wesmen teams have no policy of conduct for players, but has yet to develop or complaints regarding this issue.” openly gay players in the NHL, NBA, NFL on how to deal with issues of discrimination a procedure for implementing the University 04 News The Uniter September 20, 2012 www.Uniter.ca

International Local News Briefs News Briefs Compiled by Ethan Cabel Compiled by Clara Buelow Obama vows to avenge Libyan ambassador’s death Province reinstates health should be fully disclosed, the Winnipeg Free retrospect, it would have been better for the BENGHAZI: United States president Ba- care for refugees Press reports. Multiple child welfare authori- mayor to set up his own new company,” Sheegl rack Obama has vowed “justice will be ties have asked the Court of Appeal to grant told the Free Press via email. “As I have said Manitoba is stepping in and taking initia- done” after Christopher Stevens, the U.S. them access to full transcripts of the approxi- before, the mayor and I are not partners in any tive by helping refugees access healthcare ambassador to Libya, was killed along in mately 140 witnesses slated to testify. The of my businesses.” There is no bylaw that pro- benefits cut by the federal government, the an attack on the ambassador’s convoy agencies currently only have access to sum- hibits business dealings between politicians Winnipeg Free Press reports. “We don’t agree in Benghazi, which also took the lives maries. Justice Marc Monnin agreed to hear and senior officials, however, the practice was with the federal government’s cut because of several other U.S. diplomats. Protests the case, though it is unknown when a ruling not allowed under an old code of conduct. it’s hurting families and will lead to longer- across the Middle East, fuelled in part by could be made so the inquiry can resume. Sin- Coun. Ross Eadie (Mynarski) believes Sheegl term and more expensive problems,” Health a controversial American amateur film clair’s death has captured the attention and should resign or be fired for his dealings with Minister Theresa Oswald said. On June 30, the mocking the prophet Muhammad, have concern of Manitobans since 2005 when she the mayor. feds cut supplemental benefits for privately prompted the U.S. to order the evacua- was murdered by her mother and her mother’s sponsored refugees’ access to healthcare tion of all non-essential staff stationed boyfriend only months after Winnipeg Child Manitoba drops rates during their first year in Canada, leaving their in the country. As part of the ongoing and Family Services returned the little girl to on student loans sponsors to foot the bill for prescription drugs, search for those who perpetrated the her mother. In a move to make education more afford- wheelchairs, prosthetic limbs and more. Gen- attack on the U.S. convoy, the U.S. has able, the Manitoba government has dropped erally, the province only provides support for dispatched the FBI to the country as Katz admits buying company interest rates on student loans by 1.5 per cent privately sponsored refugees if their sponsor well as 50 marines to help strengthen from Sheegl was a bad idea to prime. The new rates came into effect Sept. has abandoned them. security at the U.S. embassy in Tripoli. Despite the fact Mayor Sam Katz maintains 1 and will have an impact on more than 12,000 Sinclair inquiry he did nothing wrong by buying a shell compa- students with loans, according to the Winnipeg Exiting euro would be suspended - again ny from Winnipeg CAO and personal friend Phil Free Press. Students can also make more mon- “catastrophic,” says Sheegl, he admits it wasn’t the best idea. The ey while studying. Prior to Sept. 1, students The inquiry into the death of five-year-old Greek prime minister Winnipeg Free Press reported Katz purchased were only able to earn $50 per week without Phoenix Sinclair has been suspended again GREECE: In a recent interview with the Duddy Enterprises LLC from Sheegl, Winnipeg’s affecting their eligibility for student aid. That over concerns of whether witness interviews Washington Post, Greek Prime Minister chief administrative officer, in March for $1. “In number has been raised to $100 per week. Antonis Samaras stated that leaving the euro and returning to an independent Greek currency would result in “catas- trophe” for the economically belea- LISTINGS guered country. He stated that Greece should be given more time — four years ket offers fresh produce, artisan food and Sunday, Sept. 30. him a call at 204-943-8765, extension 23. COMMUNITY EVENTS local crafts. rather than two — to implement the WAYFINDERS is an in-school and after- To volunteer for the UNIVERSITY OF WIN- THE CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL BOOK MARKET tough austerity measures imposed ON CAMPUS school mentorship program that provides NIPEG STUDENTS’ ASSOCIATION fill out an PAPERBACK SALE is being held from Sept. high school students, who come from application on their website, theuwsa.ca, or on the country by partners in a multi- 20 to Sept. 22 at St. Vital Centre during reg- Student tickets for HIGH HOLIDAY services diverse backgrounds and reside in the grab an application from their office in the phased bailout package for the coun- ular mall hours. All sales support the Chil- at CONGREGATION SHIR TIKVAH, held at the Maples, with the supports and encourage- Bulman Centre. try. 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Bulman Centre. billion euro bailout. “Greece was given 25, and 26. use their educational and/or professional WINNIPEG ANARCHIST BOOK FAIR & DIY FEST training to tutor high school students in THE UNITER, the weekly rag you are hold- a 110bn-euro package in May 2010 and The Employee and Family Assistance Pro- is taking place Friday, Sept. 21 to Sunday, social studies, history, math, physics, geog- ing right now, is looking for contributors. a further 130bn euros in October 2011, gram is available to all regular Univer- Sept. 23 in and around the A-Zone at 91 raphy and other high school subjects. If See your words in print or your photos and sity of Winnipeg employees. As part of along with a 100bn-euro debt write-off,” Albert St. The weekend includes a radical interested, please contact Awit Marcelino drawings on the page. Email Aaron at edi- this program, Shepell-fgi offers a wide reported BBC World News. books panel, book tables, DIY workshops, at 204-801-7136 or awit.marcelino@7oaks. [email protected]. range of seminars on a variety of physi- a Saturday afternoon car-free day street org. cal, emotional and general well-being top- CKUW 95.9 FM is seeking volunteers for the NATO airstrike kills festival with games and music, and a Sun- ics. All seminars are lunch ‘n’ learn format, THE PLUG IN ICA is looking for enthusiastic music and news departments, and as hosts eight women civilians day community brunch in Mondragon. All 60 minutes in length, with a facilitator on and reliable volunteers to help in a number for programs. Email [email protected]. in Afghanistan events free except brunch. site. Human Resources at the U of W would of areas of our operations. Volunteers gain THE WEST BROADWAY YOUTH OUTREACH AFGHANISTAN: A NATO airstrike on Frame Arts Warehouse will be hosting their like your feedback on which seminars you valuable experience and meet artists and CENTRE is always looking for more volun- first RECORD SWAP. Run by DUB DITCH PIC- would be most interested in attending. Visit other interesting people. Email michelle@ Laghman — an eastern, remote prov- teers to help with a variety of programs NIC RECORDS head down to Frame Sept. http://www.uwinnipeg.ca/index/hr-benefits- plugin.org for more information. ince of Afghanistan — has resulted in including sports, tutoring and other pro- 22 and Sept. 23 with all your old and tired education for more details. the death of eight women civilians. THE IMMIGRANT AND REFUGEE COMMUNITY grams to benefit inner-city youth. Call 204- records and get ready for winter with a The airstrike had targeted 45 Afghan For years, University of Winnipeg SHIN- ORGANIZATION OF MANITOBA (IRCOM) is 774-0451 or stop by 222 Furby St. to offer fresh stack to keep your ears clear of frost- ERAMA has been raising funds for Cystic seeking committed individuals to help out your skills. insurgents believed to be training and bite. Fibrosis Canada’s CF research and care pro- with our Newcomer Literacy Initiative (NLI) hiding in the remote region. The civil- THE SPENCE NEIGHBOURHOOD ASSOCIATION Head to Osborne on Thursdays for THE grams through its annual Shinerama Cam- program. The NLI is a program that offers ians are believed to have been in the is looking for volunteers to help with their GAS STATION VILLAGE FARMERS’ MARKET. paign. Become a shiner today! Visit shin- English as an Additional Language (EAL) programming. Interested volunteers can area “to collect wood and nuts from a Open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., the Village Mar- erama.com or contact uofshine@gmail. classes and childcare to newcomer families download a volunteer application form at forest in the Noarlam Saib valley, a com- ket showcases 100-mile food options, local com. living at IRCOM and in the broader neigh- spenceneighbourhood.org or call 204-783- mon practice in the area,” reported BBC artisans, food vendors, live music and a bourhood. 5000 for more information. World News. Earlier on Sunday, Sept. 16, Half Pints beer garden. The market runs VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES Volunteers generally help us one day per four U.S. soldiers were killed in Zabul until Sept. 27. week for 2.5 hours each shift. NLI Volun- RUPERT’S LAND CAREGIVER SERVICES RING- Steve Braun is lacing up his sneakers for A-RIDE PROGRAM needs drivers to take cli- province, bringing the number of NATO THE RIVER HEIGHTS FARMERS’ MARKET hap- teers are expected to be fluent inE nglish, the third annual 157 km WALK TO BENEFIT ents residing in South West Winnipeg to pens on Fridays from 1 p.m. to 6 p.m. at the open to learning about different cultures troops killed in “insider attacks” to 51 WOMEN’S SHELTERS and he is asking you to appointments, shopping and social outings. River Heights Community Centre and fea- and very supportive of adult learners. Vol- this year alone. The attack was believed join him. For more information visit www. Compensation for gasoline and parking is tures vegetables, fruit, bison and crafts. unteers should also be patient, open- to be the work of Afghan police forces. walkfortheshelters.com. provided. For more information please call The market runs until Sept. 28. minded and flexible. Do you want to meet a new friend and 204-452-9491 or email [email protected]. Nancy Pelosi says Medicare The WAG will be celebrating its 100th birth- learn about a new culture? Do you have an If you are interested in volunteering, con- will help Democrats win U.S. day on Sept. 29 with FAMILY FUN DAY. The hour to spare each week? If so, con- tact Wade Parke at [email protected] or give congressional elections day includes tours, art making workshops, sider becoming a language partner UNITED STATES: Democratic power- face painting, clowns and jugglers and a as a part of the University of Win- special performance by AL SIMMONS. Also nipeg’s LANGUAGE PARTNER PRO- house Nancy Pelosi, the House of Repre- try and make it down to Memorial Boule- GRAM. Contact Julie McKirdy at sentatives minority leader, recently told vard for the 100-YEAR SKIP-OFF at 3 p.m. 204-982-1151 or visit uwinnipeg.ca/ a CNN panel that the Democrats will win and see 100 people with 100 ropes do 100 index/elp-partner for more infor- the presidency — and reclaim a major- skips all at the same time. mation. ity in the 435-member House of Rep- NIKOS SALINGAROS will be lecturing at St. THE WRENCH, a non-profit organi- resentatives — on the strength of their Margaret’s on Oct 15. The topic of this lec- zation that strives to make bikes resolve when it comes to Medicare, the ture will be common space/sacred space. and knowledge of bicycle repair and maintenance accessible to the United States entitlement program that LEAF MANITOBA’s 22nd annual PERSONS public, is looking for bike mechan- ensures access to affordable health- DAY BREAKFAST will be held Oct. 19 from ics and all-around bike enthusi- 7:15 a.m. to 9 a.m. at the WINNIPEG CONVEN- care for all seniors 65 and older. The asts. No experience required. Come TION CENTRE. This year’s topic is EQUALITY issue has come to the fore, according to out to a volunteer orientation and DELAYED. Tickets are available at McNally Pelosi, because Republican presidential learn how you can get involved. Robinson for $25. nominee Mitt Romney chose congress- Contact the WRENCH at programs@ man Paul Ryan as his vice-presidential THE MANITOBA CRAFTS MUSEUM & LIBRARY thewrench.ca or 204-296-3389. are holding their third annual fundraiser, running mate. Ryan is famous for a The UWSA BIKE LAB has launched a MADE BY YOU, on Saturday, Oct. 20 from 1 new website. On the new site, users controversial budget plan that would p.m. to 4 p.m. at the Canadian Mennonite can find information on current fundamentally alter the nature of en- University, 600 Shaftesbury Blvd. Partici- programming, community links, titlement programs like Medicare and pate in mini craft workshops, browse the how to get involved, shop drop- silent auction and enjoy the company of Social Security in order to bring down in hours and contact information. other craftspeople. Tickets are $20, or $10 American debt. The Democrats argue Visit www.uwsabikelab.ca. that Medicare should be retained in its for children. Contact 204-487-6117 or info@ current form and that president Barack mcml.ca for more information. The CIBC RUN FOR THE CURE is looking for volunteers. Please con- THE WOLSELEY FARMERS’ MARKET is open Obama’s healthcare reforms will help tact Donna-Lynn Guagliardo at to the public every Tuesday and Thurs- ensure its financial sustainability. [email protected], 204-231- day from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the R.A. Steen 4885 or register to volunteer at Community Centre until Nov. 1. The mar- cbcf.org. The run takes place on Campus 05 www.uniter.ca September 20, 2012 The Uniter Campus Campus Increased enrollment sparks debate over the point of academia News Briefs Compiled by Amy Groening As enrollment at U of W continues to grow, faculty members question whether an New organizational focuses announced in State of academic education will live up to student expectations University address Dr. Lloyd Axworthy’s State of the Uni- versity Address on Sept. 7 underlined a reset in focus for the institution, ac- cording to a press release. Budgetary challenges and an increase in competi- tion from online sources has prompted U of W to concentrate on innovative academic development, administrative streamlining and efficiency, increasing and integrating student services, and taking an entrepreneurial approach to funding. Axworthy’s address also drew attention to the work of the univer- sity’s five Canada Research Chairs, the launch of a $10- to $15-million Future Fund, and construction of the future UNITED Health & RecPlex. Wesmen baseball go another 100 innings On Saturday, Sept. 22, the varsity men’s baseball team will be partici- pating in the second annual Wesmen

Kaitlyn Emslie Farrell Baseball Marathon Game at Shaw Park. Crowded campus: Funding disparities between the province's universities often mean big increases in student enrollment have an impact on the quality of programming The game will take place from 10 a.m. the university offers, says University of Winnipeg politics professor Allen Mills. to 6 p.m., and will last 100 innings. The event will raise funds for programs as graduate students alike flocking to the uni- grams has also increased by 10.7 per cent, well as raising awareness of the newly Amy Groening versity. meeting the university’s goal to have educa- formed Wesmen varsity baseball pro- Campus beat reporter First year students identifying as aborigi- tion more evenly distributed over the year. gram. On-site activities include batting nal has increased to over 12 per cent, making “When people are taking courses in the cages, radar guns and opportunities to the university one of the top destinations for spring, they’re using our resources better,” meet the players. Admission is free. University enrollment is steadily growing, aboriginal students. said Besner. Dean of libraries but faculty members wonder whether stu- With studies showing the U of W still has However, politics professor Allen Mills moves to Edmonton dents actually know why they attend uni- one of the smallest space-per-student ratios notes such dramatic increases in enrollment versity. in the province, even a modest growth can can negatively impact the quality of pro- Jane Duffy has officially announced According to a press release, enrollment leave the university bursting at the seams. gramming the university offers, especially her new position as dean of libraries in undergraduate programs at the Univer- Neil Besner, the university’s vice-presi- in light of provincial funding disparities the at Grant MacEwan University in Ed- sity of Winnipeg has seen a modest growth dent research and international, maintains university has grappled with for decades. monton. Duffy took up the new posi- of less than one per cent this year, while that increases to graduate programs will Funding of post-secondary institutions tion Friday, Sept. 14, following a Uniter enrollment to graduate studies programs have no ill effect on the ability to accommo- in Manitoba does not take into account report the former dean of libraries for increased nearly 12 per cent over last year’s date undergraduate students. increases in enrollments to the university. the U of W was leaving the campus. numbers, with domestic and international Enrollment in spring and summer pro- While the university’s enrollment has Duffy has made many contributions increased by 55 per cent in the last 10 years, to the improvement of the library, in- its grant funding has risen by a much more cluding overseeing a major expansion modest rate. of the Learning Commons, an increase “There’s a sense in which enrollment in accessibility to the library for non- increases are driven partially by the universi- traditional learners, the opening of ty’s need for money,” said Mills. Eckhardt-Gramatté Library, and the As its financial need continues to grow, launch of the only full-service Univer- the university relies more heavily on student sity Library Copyright office outside fees to pay its bills, Mills explained. the tariff in Manitoba. In order to gain students, the university Wesmen Wrestlers champion has begun to shift its identity from one of Annual Great Rock Climb academic knowledge to one of specific skill Three members of the university’s sets, such as those gained from a business or Wesmen wrestling team won the 41st education degree. annual Great Rock Climb on Friday, “There is a view now that university is for Sept. 7, according to a news release. turning out people with very practical skills, The team raced from the steps of but then the question is, wouldn’t a com- Wesley Hall to the top of the Rock of munity college be better suited to that end?” Remembrance in just 33 seconds. The said Mills. 11 other teams competing in this year’s As students flock to these programs, it competition completed the task in becomes more difficult to know how to times ranging from 36 to 117 seconds. prioritize knowledge sets for students, and The standing record of 9.4 seconds to quality and direction of programs suffers, scale the rock was set in 1979. The rock said Mills. climb is a part of the UWSA’s annual O- “There’s a tremendous confusion all Week festivities. around, contradictory priorities, and an unwillingness to address the question of U of W alum and grad should we have a smaller cohort of students, student featured because that would immediately prompt a in TEDx talk financial crisis here,” said Mills. On Thursday, Sept. 13, Karyn Gagnon Psychology chair Jim Clark notes that the presented a paper in a TEDx talk at the current identity crisis at the university may Winnipeg Art Gallery. A U of W alum and have negative impacts on students. middle years’ teacher, Gagnon used “I think there’s dangers in promoting too her talk to debate the complexities of strongly that what we’re doing is training Facebook as a communication tool, ac- people for a job rather than an education in cording to a press release. While many general,” said Clark. people communicate through Face- Clark argues that a university education book, Gagnon explored how many peo- is invaluable, even if it doesn’t guarantee a ple are actually listening. Gagnon’s talk job in a specific field upon graduation. resulted from a Ted Talk Junior show- “If you have an education you’re still case held as part of a new graduate- going to be much more likely to weather the level course taught by Dr. Jan Stewart storm ... no matter how difficult the eco- in the faculty of education. Students nomic climate may be,” said Clark. voted on the best talk to appear in the A broad academic education helps stu- independent event. Gagnon has taught dents gain practical skills like how to in Thompson, Winnipeg and Thailand, research, communicate through spoken and and is currently working towards her written word, and learn independently. Post Baccalaureate in Education for “All of those things are not necessarily Sustainability. TED is a non-profit de- geared toward a specific job but in any job voted to ideas worth spreading. you’re going to perform better because of those competencies,” Clark said. 06 Campus The Uniter September 20, 2012 www.Uniter.ca An athletic leap Kinesiology achieves faculty status for new academic year

John Gaudes ment has been a disappointment for others, Volunteer especially in light of recent budget cuts in the arts faculty. Linda Dietrick is the chair of the depart- With the sod turned on the new UNITED ment of modern languages, where budget Health & RecPlex at the University of Win- cuts slashed several tenure track faculty posi- nipeg, there’s more excitement on the hori- tions. zon for those interested in recreation and ath- “I would like to hope that this isn’t a zero letics. sum game, that the faculty has been estab- As of July 1, the department of kinesiology lished with existing funds without having has officially become a faculty, splitting from taken away from funds for liberal arts or general arts to become its own entity. This other faculties,” said Dietrick. comes on the one-year anniversary of the for- “It concerns me because over the last 100 mal announcement of the faculty’s creation. years, one of the strengths of this university With the increase in unilateral power, has been its liberal arts tradition.” David Fitzpatrick, acting dean of the new For Fitzpatrick, kinesiology has been faculty, is ready to see students and professors developing for 35 of those 100 years, since the alike spread their wings. department of athletics and the department DYLAN HEWLETT “The faculty gives students a dean to go of kinesiology were introduced separately in The U of W's department of kinesiology has officially become a faculty. to senior administration to speak on their 1967. behalf,” said Fitzpatrick. “Now, the faculty (of kinesiology) has emphasis for the university as they hope to cators will be working with youth in the “Before we were a faculty, the department been formed and joins with the department involve the faculty with the surrounding community as part of their course work,” was part of the faculty of arts and had 25 of athletics that’s responsible for teams, intra- community as much as possible. said Fitzpatrick. other programs alongside it.” mural activities and community involve- “We’re here to provide opportunities to “This is a major part of what I’ll be work- David Telles-Langdon, a coaching pro- ment,” said Fitzpatrick. become engaged with the community. Our ing on as dean.” fessor, will also see opportunities thanks to a That involvement has been a point of students that are looking to be physical edu- stronger connection to the athletics depart- ment. “We’ve always lived in the same space but we now have greater ties between our stu- University of Saskatchewan Huskies a 0-3-1 record going into two home regular season record to 2-1-1 for and the Regina Cougars, respectively. games this weekend against the Uni- the year. The Wesmen did all their dents and the athletes on the teams, which is On Sept. 15, the Wesmen played the versity of British Columbia and Trinity scoring in the first half with Richard obviously a big part of learning kinesiology,” Wesmen Briefs Huskies in Saskatoon, losing hand- Western. Rundle, Ross Pinhammer and Kenny said Telles-Langdon. Compiled by Ethan Cabel ily after Saskatchewan scored six Sacramento all finding the back of the One of those athletes is Wesmen men’s goals compared to a lone score by Men wrack up two net. Wesmen goalkeeper Tyson Farago Chelsea Kwasnicki for the Wesmen. gave an impressive performance for basketball point guard Andrew Cunning- The Huskies led the match 2-0 going wins against Mount the team, making 10 saves and stop- Royal University ham, who is in his fourth year of kinesiol- Women lose big in into the half but a win for Winnipeg ping the Cougar’s momentum during ogy. quickly became out of reach as the the first and second halves of play. On Saskatchewan September 15: Wesmen 3, With graduation a year away, Cunning- Huskies scored three times against Sept. 16, the Wesmen played another Mount Royal 0 excellent match, with the Wesmen’s ham admits he doesn’t see much of a differ- September 15: Wesmen 1, goalkeeper Ainslie McConkey within 11 minutes of play. On Sept. 16, the September 16: Wesmen 2, second goaltender Joshua Partaker ence between being in a department or a fac- Saskatchewan 6 Wesmen played the Regina Cougars partaking in his first victory with the Mount Royal 0 ulty. September 16: Wesmen 0, Regina 5 in Regina, Saskatchewan. They lost team. Ross Pinhammer and Richard “Wanting to become a gym teacher, I’m handily by 0-5, with Michelle Cormier The Wesmen men’s soccer team man- Rundle scored the two goals for the The Wesmen women’s soccer team leading the way with four goals and aged to shut out the Mount Royal Wesmen. This weekend, Winnipeg will interested in learning about the body and wrapped up their second regular season Cougar player Tayler Firth adding host the University of Alberta Golden physical activity and this field has helped me Cougars in two straight matches in weekend with two decisive losses to the another goal to the score. The two Calgary last weekend, upping their Bears in two straight home games. the most,” said Cunningham. losses bring the Wesmen women to While exciting for some, the announce- Good luck this year!

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Mandalyn Unger and we must take her at her word. Volunteer It is not her fault that society has taught her (and everyone else) to believe victim- blaming reflects the true cause of rape. There is a “War on Women” being waged in Thankfully, many people have displayed the U.S., defined by violent opposition to their social awareness by condemning her women’s contraceptive rights. comment, but an alarming amount more In Canada, however, a more subtle have displayed their ignorance by slut-sham- method of sexist oppression is at work. ing her in turn. Last year, a Toronto police officer advised Krista was once the captain of a lingerie women to “avoid dressing like sluts” in order football team, the Toronto Triumph, and to prevent rape. Now Krista Ford, niece of photos of her bikini-esque uniform have Toronto mayor Rob Ford, has drawn our spawned a firestorm of slut-shaming — the attention once more to the issue at hand: the very crime Krista was originally accused of. rampant normalization of slut-shaming. She has been torn apart in tweets that In response to a string of recent sexual call her “a hypocrite” who “prances around assaults, Krista tweeted some advice to all in her underwear” and degrades her fellow women: “Stay alert, walk tall, carry mace, women by doing so. take self-defence classes & don’t dress like a What these critics don’t realize is that in whore.” attacking Krista’s clothing they are commit- Krista’s comment and the ensuing back- ting the same crime they claim to be protest- lash have generated a massive discussion of ing, a mark of how deeply sexist thought is the nature and concept of slut-shaming. bred in to our subconscious. For clarification, slut-shaming can be Rape culture allows us to make assump- defined as “insulting a woman because she tions about women based solely on their expressed her sexuality in a way that does clothes. We assume that wearing a bikini not conform with patriarchal expectations means Krista Ford has no self-respect, but for women.” this is sexist propaganda which we must dis- This is not as simple as men oppressing pel. women, as evidenced by Krista Ford’s tweet. Why on earth couldn’t Krista’s uniform Clearly, living in a patriarchal society empower her by making her feel strong or means that sexism and slut-shaming are so sexy? deeply ingrained in our psyche that both Ayame Ulrich Why is sexual expression condemned and men and women are likely to shame women not celebrated? for their sexual activity, throwing around There are severe consequences of perpetu- No rape survivor “deserved” the violence Both slut-shaming and victim-blaming words like “slut” and “whore” without a sec- ating this way of thinking. done to their bodies and minds. Only the attempt to rob women of their human rights ond thought for the damaging effects of nor- If by dressing “like a whore” a woman is rapist is responsible for their crime, but as to personal security and freedom of expres- malizing these slurs. no longer entitled to respect, then women in long as we victim-blame and slut-shame sion. The “slut” label implies that a woman’s miniskirts are more deserving of rape than we forgive rapists by shifting the blame to To rectify the damage we have done, we worth can be determined by something as women in sweatpants, right? the victims, most often to the women who must dramatically rethink how we as a soci- glib as her clothing, a thought that is down- And that’s why covering up your body “asked for it.” ety look at female sexuality. We must defend right dangerous as it reflects the base idea will keep you safe, right? Not only does this instill a shame and fear every woman’s right to wear what she likes that a woman’s most valuable asset is her Wrong. into rape survivors that prevents thousands and sleep with whomever she likes without body — and by dressing in revealing clothes, The majority of rapes happen in the home of assaults from being reported every year, living in fear or shame. she no longer seems chaste or respectable of either the attacker or the victim — not on but on a broader spectrum, it strengthens The “slut” is a fictionalized woman and is therefore a lesser woman. the street where you’re wearing your night- the societal conception that women deserve deserving of punishment; she is a myth and It assumes that in order to be worthy of club dress. to be judged and punished. a weapon and no woman should be forced respect, a woman must be virginal and pure Rape is not an act of sexual frustration; it Krista Ford is both a perpetrator and a to bear that title. — that women who enjoy, are empowered is an act of violence committed against vic- victim of slut-shaming. by or want to explore their sexuality are not tims who look weak or vulnerable — not She has apologized for her tweet, explain- Mandalyn Unger is a young writer and femi- deserving of that respect. slutty. ing that she “only wants women to be safe” nist in Winnipeg. Ellice Café was more than a restaurant Loss of affordable meals, gathering space a blow to West End residents ment on Friday and Saturday nights; it was Nick and Emily Ternette a great venue for up and coming artists in Volunteers Winnipeg to perform, which is now lost. Another unique aspect of the Ellice Café was its volunteers. For the past three years we have lived in an Every Saturday, without fail, Marilyn accessible apartment in the West End because came in to help clear tables, wash dishes and both my wife and I are in wheelchairs. chat with customers about their week, their Since we have been here, we have enjoyed health or about their plans for the weekend. going for breakfast at the Ellice Café. For the past two years, the Ellice Café pro- What we enjoyed about the Ellice Café, vided a free Christmas dinner to VIP (regu- and about other local restaurants such as the lar) customers, and all the servers and cooks Black Sheep and several ethnic restaurants, did their jobs as volunteers. was that it gave the West End its multicul- So it is with sorrow that, despite Harry tural atmosphere — always interesting and Lehotsky’s vision, New Life Ministry was no always changing. longer able to carry the restaurant and closed The Ellice Café was opened in 2005 by its doors on Aug. 24. Rev. Harry Lehotsky, a Baptist minister from The Ellice Theatre, which features sec- New York City who was a minister with New ond-run movies and rents the space to the- Life Ministries. atre and dance groups as well as community His vision was to provide a welcoming groups, will remain open until December. place for “white collar, blue collar, and no Whenever we went to the Ellice Café for Dylan Hewlett collar.” breakfast, many of the regulars like Mary Harry was inspired after meeting a per- were there, not only for an affordable break- of the Black Sheep diner nearby will have on It is imperative that New Life Ministries son in the neighbourhood named Chris who fast, but to socialize with others that they the residents of the West End. attempt to sell the Ellice Café to another suggested to him that, “it’s hard to compre- knew in the restaurant. There are no other restaurants in the area like-minded community group that would hend the loneliness felt by people who are In fact, many just sat with cups of warm that provide good, affordable meals. keep the restaurant going and maintain the working hard to change their lives.” coffee for hours, talking and laughing, and Stella’s Restaurant is close by, but it is most important aspect — a sense of com- Not only did the café provide a meet- no one asked them to leave. expensive. The Nook on Sherbrook and munity for West End residents. ing place for people in the neighbourhood, Where will they go now? Wolseley is reasonable and has good food, it provided good food at reasonable prices The Ellice Café was more than a res- but is quite far. Nick and Emily Ternette are residents of that were mostly affordable for those on low taurant — it was a meeting place for low- Since the Ellice Café closed, we have gone McFeetor’s Hall at the University of Win- income. income people and students in the area to to The Nook, Tim Horton’s and McDon- nipeg. Nick is a freelance writer and broad- As such, you would find a full house on come and visit, discuss business or just read ald’s as we can travel easily by wheelchair. caster. Emily is involved in a disabled wom- Saturdays as people gathered to enjoy the a book. However, we haven’t seen any of the en’s organization and is a freelance writer Ellice Café’s good, hearty breakfasts. What is not yet known is the impact that Ellice regulars at any of these restaurants; we and activist. The Café also provided local entertain- the closure of the Ellice Café and the closure believe that they are staying at home. 08 Comments The Uniter September 20, 2012 www.Uniter.ca Time to ban lawn chemicals Cosmetic pesticides dangerous to the environment, human health

Anne Lindsey Croplife is undergoing a fear-mongering Volunteer campaign claiming that property values will decline and that farm fields will be overrun with noxious invasive weeds if lawn and gar- In Manitoba, we welcome spring each year den chemicals are banned. with great enthusiasm — but amid the bird- However, neither scenario has played out song and blossoms lurks a distinctive and in Ontario or Quebec, where green spaces unpleasant odour. and farms continue to thrive. Many citizens turn to the convenience of And lest one be swayed by industry asser- easily available weed killers or the local lawn tions that local businesses will suffer, consider care franchise to snuff out the inevitable dan- that in post-ban Ontario, organic landscap- delions that appear in May and June, and ing has become a growth industry. soon whole neighbourhoods are exuding the Dow and Monsanto and their colleagues chemical compounds in weed control prod- are most concerned about the sales profiles of ucts. their toxic products. Yucky as the smell is, it signals a much Nevertheless, Manitoba’s conventional more sinister impact: potentially serious farm umbrella group, Keystone Agricultural health issues for many in the population, and Producers, and the Association of Manitoba environmental effects for waterways, wildlife Municipalities have adopted the industry and beneficial insects. propaganda. Many asthma sufferers turn to greater use Dylan Hewlett These are powerful lobby groups, making of their inhalant medicines during “lawn and gardens, avoidance of chemicals should tion that includes health and environmen- their views known to members of the gov- care” season. be a no-brainer. Dandelions and other weeds tal advocates and professionals, urges Man- erning NDP, but Cosmetic Pesticide Ban “It’s hard to take a walk or cycle through are not dangerous and alternatives for healthy itobans to support a comprehensive ban on Manitoba knows that the government needs treated areas, because it really triggers my green spaces are readily available. all sales and use of cosmetic pesticides as a to hear the personal stories of Manitobans asthma,” says South Osborne resident Steve Cosmetic pesticides (which include herbi- means to enhance the health and safety of about their experiences with lawn care chem- Rauh. cides, insecticides and fungicides) are unnec- Manitobans and our shared environment. icals, and why it should act now to protect Those with even more acute chemical sen- essary. The coalition wants to see the government water, wildlife, and people from unnecessary sitivities are often forced to remain indoors Other provinces, including Ontario and take a strong stance on this issue. exposures. during spray episodes. Quebec, have legislated against them, and Coalition member Amanda Kinden has People are encouraged to call their MLA, Young children on their way to school or yet the use and abuse of pesticides persists in trained many Winnipeggers on the tech- to write their own letters, and to endorse the daycare don’t have that option as they can’t Manitoba. niques of organic lawn care as the former coalition’s by going to www.cosmeticpesti- avoid walking through or past chemically While some institutions like the Legisla- organic lawn care educator at the Manitoba cidebanmb.wordpress.com and signing on. treated areas. This is a group that is particu- tive grounds, the Winnipeg School Division Eco-Network. Groups like Campaign for Pesticide larly vulnerable to potentially harmful long- and Clear Lake Golf Course have instituted “It’s totally possible to have beautiful and Reduction have been working for years to term impacts of chemicals, as are infants in their own alternatives to cosmetic pesticides, healthy green spaces without using chemi- convince governments to enact tough legis- utero. most citizens are awaiting action on the issue cals,” she says, pointing to simple techniques lation and bylaws. The Ontario College of Family Physicians from the provincial government. like leaving clippings on the lawn, top-dress- This is the best opportunity yet for action suggests that family practice doctors coun- That body has finally created a window of ing with compost and mowing high with in Manitoba on this important health issue. sel their pregnant patients and their other opportunity by releasing a discussion paper, sharp blades as key elements in healthy lawn children to avoid any unnecessary pesticide Play It Safe, which outlines possible options care. Anne Lindsey is a member of Cosmetic Pesti- exposure. for managing the use of cosmetic pesticides As may be expected, the chemical indus- cide Ban Manitoba. Contact the organization The Canadian Cancer Society and the in Manitoba. try is vigorously opposing a ban, led by the by email at cosmeticpesticidebanmb@gmail. Lung Association both support bans on cos- The public comment period is open until umbrella group Croplife Canada whose com or find them on Facebook by searching metic pesticides. Oct. 1. members include Monsanto, manufacturer Cosmetic Pesticide Ban Manitoba. When it comes to the appearance of lawns Cosmetic Pesticide Ban Manitoba, a coali- of Round Up, and Dow, maker of 2.4-D.

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Jesse Rodgers Arts 09 www.uniter.ca September 20, 2012 The Uniter Arts Winnipeg's Pop Crimes: Getting away with it

Supplied Under the bridge downtown, they could not get enough: Local rock quartet Pop Crimes had a productive spring and summer.

Kaeleigh Ayre “It was depressing!” Field exclaims. “While caused by wild fires and a lack of proper per- great, but we wanted to see what else could Arts reporter playing with Pop Crimes, we played the stage mits). be done in that process, and we got a few so many times. That night I was counting “It was great to see what (festival director others done that were good, but didn’t really down the songs in my head, going, ‘This is and Ultra Mega drummer) Ben (Jones) has have exactly what we wanted. While many of us were enjoying the dog days the third last song I’m going to play here, done with it. It’s a super, kick-ass fest.” “Finally once we got Craig to do it, we had of summer, getting in the last bit of relaxtion this is the second last song I’m going to play The stint to Calgary and back saw Pop no suggestions. That was it.” for a while, the members of local rock quar- here’... I’m usually into playing, but that Crimes play seven shows in support of its EP “Each one of his first mixes caught us tet Pop Crimes put their noses to the grind- night I was on the verge of tears. City/Head, which was released back in June. entirely off guard with how good he did on stone. “But don’t say that, that’s not very ‘rock- “The tour was well attended,” Strang says. it,” Strang says. August was a busy month for the Win- star’ of me,” he laughs. “We definitely came out on top and made “Recording itself was a huge step for us. nipeg-based foursome, made up of Stefan While the group, which names such noise new friends and met new people.” We work well in that situation. We’re going Braun and Aaron Johnston on guitar, Jan rock bands as Sonic Youth and The Sleep The four-song EP, the group’s first release, to go in again sometime this winter and do Field on bass and Kevin Strang behind the as influences, had close ties to the recently was recorded in two days, but took six months a single.” drum kit. closed pub, the Rainbow Trout Music Festi- to come out, Braun says. The month saw them not only play the val also has a special place in the band’s his- City/Head was engineered by Liptonians  See Pop Crimes live at the Zoo on Saturday, Rainbow Trout Music Festival and shut down tory. guitarist Mitch Braun at the UMFM stu- Sept. 22 the Lo Pub, but also hit the road to Calgary “We played our very first live show at dios and went through three mixes before  Ex-Modern Teen, the Hoots and the Unbelievable and back. Trout,” Braun says. the band settled on a sound, the final prod- Bargains will also perform “Closing the Lo was a huge privilege,” This year’s festival was the third edition of uct being mixed and mastered by Craig Boy-  Tickets for the 18+ show are $7 at the door Strang says. “Jan and Stefan worked there the Manitoba showcase held just south of St. chuk.  Doors open at 9 p.m. and we ate there before every practice, so it Malo (the festival is in its fourth year, though “We always have suggestions,” Stefan  Visit www.popcrimes.bandcamp.com was bittersweet.” last year’s fest was cancelled due to damage Braun says. “The first (mix) was good, it was The Weeknd: Revolutionary R&B recluse lets everyone else do the talking

Jessica Botelho-Urbanski him as The Weeknd has just recently signed Volunteer staff to Universal Republic Records in September. Trilogy, a re-mastered collection of his three mix-tapes along with a few bonus tracks, will Canadian R&B sensation Abel Tesfaye, 22, be released Nov. 13 on the major label. better known by his stage name The Weeknd, Although this kind of exposure may eschews all interviews. diminish his indie cred, The Weeknd is in Instead he communicates with the public good standing to make a big run come 2013. solely via Twitter. With the exception of an Tesfaye hits the road this fall for his first occasional tweet, Tesfaye doesn’t need to lift a full-fledged tour, stopping in Winnipeg on finger to garner any more Internet buzz. Monday, Sept. 24 for a concert at the Burton He was shortlisted for the Polaris Music Cummings Theatre. Prize and was noted by Stereogum as one This tour will be a good testament to see of the Top Ten Acts of 2011 before he’d even whether or not he can translate all his record- played a live show. ing triumphs into equally successful live per- Having released three free online mix- formances. tapes independently in 2011, House of Bal- Not to mention the fact that buying con- loons, Thursday and Echoes of Silence to over- cert tickets for a Weeknd show would be the whelming critical praise, Tesfaye reigns over a first instance where fans would actually have new brand of alternative R&B hip-hop pop- to fork out some cash to hear their favorite ularized by fellow Canadian rapper Drake. R&B recluse’s music, as its always been avail- His signature sound, a fusion of sinfully able by free download. soulful R&B vocals melded with intricate yet Judging by the previously sold-out shows sparse beats, is a study in contrasts. And with Supplied —his gig in London on June 6 sold out every song comes a heightened sense that The Weeknd poses for what must surely be the best press photo in the history of popular music. within 60 seconds of tickets being released— Tesfaye is slowly mastering his technical craft Tesfaye should have no problem living up to and jumping leaps and bounds ahead of his have fallen for his lewd lyrics, chronicling spotlight — which begs the question: why is all the hype. sonic competition. indulgent nights out on the town and messy he keeping up such a mysterious façade? While critics clamour over The Weeknd, mornings after. Is it simply a ploy to conceal his identity?  See The Weeknd live at the Burton Cummings John Norris of MTV called Tesfaye the “best High For This, from his debut mix-tape Only a few low-res press shots exist of the Theatre on Monday, Sept. 24 musical talent since Michael Jackson” — and House of Balloons, has become a quintessen- guy. What’s more likely though is that Tes-  Doors open at 7 p.m., show starts at 8 p.m. the general public can’t get enough of Tes- tial house party hit. faye’s ambiguity is a deliberate career move to  Tickets range from $39.75 to $50.25 and are avail- faye’s hybrid sound either. As fans continue to lust after him, Tesfaye leave us wanting more. able through Ticketmaster Hip-hop devotees and hipster kids alike has been playing it incredibly cool outside the However, his bashful days may be behind  Visit www.the-weeknd.com 10 Arts The Uniter September 20, 2012 www.Uniter.ca

Music Listings SATURDAY, SEPT. 22 Canada’s R&B poster boy THE WEEKND plays at The Oak (826 Regent Ave.) to promote their the Burt. latest release, No Bad Days. Folk Festival in the City is happening at Mil- lennium Library with DAN FRECHETTE, CLAIRE TUESDAY, SEPT. 25 His looks are gone but Victoria still asked him MORRISON and JESS AYRE. to dance — BOB DYLAN is back in town doing New York hip-hop masters THE BEATNUTS team that wonderful thing he does at the MTS Centre TIMOTHY FAIN and MICHAEL BORISKIN per- up with THE ALKAHOLIKS to create LIKNUTS, on Friday, Oct. 5. form solo and duo works by Bach, Beethoven, who are performing at the Pyramid Cabaret. Brahms, Jalbert and Franc in Eckhardt-Gra- Come down to 555 Osborne on Oct. 5 to help matté Hall. Long time thrash kings ANTHRAX are heading support THE PERMS fund their European tour. into Winnipeg to support their new album Wor- THE BURTON TRIO play McNally Robinson. ship Music at the Burt with TESTAMENT and COOLIO is at The Pyramid Cabaret on Mon- day, Oct. 8. MISA CAMPO plays Republic and it’s free! DEATH ANGEL. Headbangers, I choose you! “WEIRD AL” YANKOVIC is at the MTS Centre on THE EMPTY STANDARDS play 555 Osborne. Head to the Cavern for SOUL NIGHT with THE SOLUTIONS and a dance-your-pants-off kind Oct. 8. POP CRIMES, EX MODERN TEEN, THE HOOTS and of night. The most exciting show in the history of excit- THE UNBELIEVABLE BARGAINS are gettin’ ready ing shows hits The Pyramid on Thursday, Oct. to melt your brains, blow your eardrums and WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 26 11: TAV FALCO’S PANTHER BURNS is coming to turn all your senses into goo at The Zoo. RUSH belts out all your favourites at octaves Winnipeg! THIS HISSES and JICAH also perform. even your canine comrade can’t hear at the CHRISTPUNCHER is at the Cavern with ALL On Sunday, Oct. 14, THE WINNIPEG JAZZ MTS Centre. ON RED. ORCHESTRA performs The music of Woody Her- CRAIG CARDIFF plays Frame Arts Warehouse. The Cavern brings you TRIVAOKE every man and his Thundering Herds to kick off their Wednesday. 2012/2013 season. Come down to the Graffiti Art Gallery and see the OVERTONES featuring THE HUMS. ECHOCITY UPCOMING EVENTS ROYAL WOOD plays the West End Cultural Cen- and FMSEA also perform. tre on Monday, Oct. 15. Roaming blues musician and poet RAY BONN- SUNDAY, SEPT. 23 EVILLE plays the West End Cultural Centre Fri- BIEBER fever punches Winnipeg in the preteen day, Sept. 28. face on Thursday, Oct. 18 at the MTS Centre. The Pyramid is hosting a BOB KING TRIBUTE. PROPAGANDHI with HEAD HITS CONCRETE and Guest performers include FRED PENNER, AL Local heavyweights MAHOGANY FROG invite THIS HISSES are at the West End Cultural Cen- GREG REKUS SIMMONS, CURTIS NEWTON, RAY ST. GERMAIN you, your friends, your family and everyone tre on Friday, Oct.19. and BRENT PARKIN. else you might know out on Sept. 28 to Frame Arts Warehouse for the official release of their SNOW PATROL and NOEL GALLAGHER present THURSDAY, SEPT. 20 The Zoo. BLOC PARTY is playing the Burton Cummings new CD, Senna. ULTRA MEGA and ANIMAL TEETH High Flying Bird on Tuesday, Oct. 30 at the Cen- Theatre. Bring an extra pair of shoes — I hear Head over to Mondragon for a veggie samosa MARIANNA D’ELLA plays McNally Robinson. will start the night off right. tennial Concert Hall. and help GREG REKUS kick off his North Amer- that place gets hot on a slow night. Head down to The West End Cultural Centre Come out to the Park Theatre Sept. 28 and ican tour with guests KRIS RENDINA and MAR- PACK A.D. blast through Winnipeg for a Hallow- and enjoy An Evening With VALDY. If you’re looking for something to fill your Sun- help THEY SAY promote their debut album with SHALL BIRCH. een show with TOPANGA and MISE EN SCENE day that doesn’t include your grandmother’s JICAH, THE SECRETS and ENJOY YOUR PUMAS. NATASHA PAREMSKI plays Tchaikovsky: Piano on Wednesday, Oct. 31 at the West End Cul- Don’t forget it’s THURSDAY NIGHT GROOVE meatloaf, head down to the Times Change(d) Concerto #1 at the Centennial Concert Hall. Country darling KATHLEEN EDWARDS plays The tural Centre. TIMES at the Neighbourhood Café in Wolseley. High & Lonesome Club for BIG DAVE MCLEAN’S GARRICK on Saturday, Sept. 29. THE SMASH BROTHERS and THE REVERAND SUNDAY NIGHT JAM NIGHT. THE STANFIELDS with GLORYHOUNDS play The JOHN FOGERTY brings you the old man’s rock RAMBLER play 555 Osborne. Head down to the Centennial Concert Hall for Zoo on Oct. 31. ‘n’ roll at the MTS Centre. If Big Dave isn’t for you head down to the Rose an evening with JANN ARDEN on Monday, Oct. 1. THE THRASHERS, THE VIBRATING BEDS and THE ‘n’ Bee Pub for MICAH ERENBERG. MAYWORKS present the musical version of BLUE NOISE BLUES and JAZZ JAM OPEN MIC UPSIDES are rocking the boat under The Toad. ATOMIC CANDY is at Alive on Oct. 1. Democracy Now, DAVID ROVICS. The peace poet bring it to ya at Juss Jazz. MONDAY, SEPT. 24 and troubadour of our time will be playing The BUDDY GUY and JONNY LANG bring the blues to Gourd prices are going to hit an all time high THE MIGHTY POPO with PHOEBE MANN are at Ask your dad if you don’t know who ROY CLARK Winnipeg Irish Club on Saturday, Nov. 10. Amy the MTS Centre. long before anyone actually needs them. The the West End Cultural Centre. is because he is bringing your country favou- Goodman likes him, so why wouldn’t you? SMASHING PUMPKINS are coming to town on SLOAN play the Pyramid Cabaret like they’ve rites to McPhillips Station Casino. NEIL YOUNG and CRAZY HORSE play the MTS FRIDAY, SEPT. 21 Tuesday, Oct. 2. been doing since before you were born. The Cavern’s weekly VINYL DRIP is keeping you Centre on Friday, Nov. 16. WHEN PLANETS AL!GN and MACHINES are at regular again this week. On Thursday, Oct. 4, WIDE MOUTH MASON will be

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SLOAN VIRTUOSI CONCERT SERIES CORY WOODWARD Halifax quartet Sloan has always been known for regressive The University of Winnipeg’s Virtuosi Concert Series is a staple of the Thirty-three-year-old Cory Woodward’s latest record is a winner. retro pop rock. From the early Stones and Kinks infusions classical music scene and this year’s series, with 12 breathtaking pro- The full-length follow up to 2007’sPrincess of the Skies EP, The on One Chord to Another to the ‘70s rock references on Navy grams in Eckhardt-Gramatté Hall at the U of W, promises to deliver Truth, released last month, is filled with Woodward’s booming Blues, the group has always worn its retro heart on its sleeve. more quality international artists than you can shake a baton at. baritone, acoustic rumblings and poignant lyrics. Releasing last year’s The Double Cross (which marked the Opening Saturday, Sept. 22 at 8 p.m. with the violin/piano duo When Vancouver’s The Straight says that Woodward “has a band’s 20th anniversary) must have got Jay Ferguson, Andrew of Timothy Fain and Michael Boriskin (performing works by Bach, voice that makes Nick Cave sound like a helium-inflated chip- Scott, Chris Murphy and Patrick Pentland into nostalgic Beethoven, Brahms, Franc and Jalbert in Charisma), this event marks munk,” you know he’s someone you need to stand up and take moods, as they are now taking 1994’s seminal Twice Removed the only show of the year that will involve someone who appeared in note of. on the road in honour of its triple-LP reissue, filled with bonus an Oscar-winning film (Fain was in Black Swan). “The Truth is a collection of songs that are a detailed expression material. The New York Times says his partner is “a pianist of the highest of my world during a time of major transition,” Woodward says Playing the record in its entirety (as well as an hour-long set rank, with the Midas touch!” in a press release. “They are songs written from personal experi- of other A- and B-sides to win you over) Sloan is another in a Saturday, Oct. 13 at 8 p.m. finds The New Orford String Quar- ence, they’re cries for help, a longing for change of oneself and the long line of ‘90s rockers who are taking time to re-learn a few tet performing a program called The Legend Reborn, and if the first world, all spawned from years of battling depression and addic- oldies as it nods to the past. disc from this group consisting of works by Beethoven and Schubert tion on numerous fronts.” “Twice Removed definitely has a lot more slower, weird ones (which the Toronto Star called “nothing short of electrifying”) is any A voice like this attracts a lot of attention, and The Truth fea- we don’t play in our set on a regular basis,” Ferguson recently indication, the solid program of Mozart, Brahms and Hétu is going tures a few special guests, such as Hawksley Workman’s long- told Exclaim. “It has a couple more downer moments, like to be unforgettable. lost sister Adaline, Debra Jean (of The Means), Odds collabora- Loosens, but I love the whole record.” The MYR Piano Trio will be performing various pieces from their tor Nat Jay and everybody’s favourite phone call requester, Carly It’s an important disc for many reasons. It was the band’s solo repertoires as well as the E-flat Trio by Schubert. Consisting of Rae Jepsen. first (and only) release for Geffen Records, who famously Minsoo Sohn (piano), Yehonatan Berick (violin) and Rachel Mercer Produced by Matt Rogers (Twilight Hotel, Adrian Glynn) and wanted to shelve the album for “not sounding like Sloan.” (cello), this world-renowned Canadian trio performs Saturday, Oct. mixed by Shawn Cole (Bend Sinister, Yukon Blonde), it’s a solid Selling a few songs to beer commercials in the late ‘90s 20 at 8 p.m. disc that can only sound better in a live setting. Not convinced? allowed the band to buy back the masters, and since Sloan Not rounding out the season (but rounding out our preview) is Check out the powerful, simplistic video for Woodward’s All I owns the rights to the disc that Chart Magazine readers twice Mirian Conti, the Argentine-American pianist who will be perform- Ever Do single. That, and Exclaim boasts that “the Edmonton voted the number one Canadian release of all time (in 1996 ing a program entitled From Back to Buenos Aires on Saturday, Nov. born singer-songwriter has the uncanny ability to spark a con- and 2005), the band is free to deliver a proper re-issue on its 3 at 8 p.m. nection between himself and some of the greatest musicians of own terms. Praised by Argentian magazine La Capital as having “the necessary all time!” It’s a brilliant disc that includes Worried Now, I Can Feel It, mix of brio and tenderness, of fire and introspective melancholy, of Still not sold? Sharing the stage that night will be local com- Bells On and CanRock classics Coax Me and People of the Sky. strength and delicacy; a simplicity that only those genuinely endowed edy kings and queens Outside Joke, Chantal Marostica and Hot Catch Sloan performing Twice Removed at the Pyramid are able to master,” Conti’s program of Chopin, Bach, Schumann and Thespian Action. Cabaret Thursday, Sept. 20. Tickets are $31 at Ticketmaster. a collection of Argentinian tangos might get you up out of your seats See Cory Woodward at the Park Theatre on Thursday, Sept. Visit www.sloanmusic.com. and dancing in the aisles. 24. Advance tickets are $10 at The Park Theatre and Music Trader. Visit www.virtuosi.mb.ca. Visit www.corywoodward.com.

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MOVIE REVIEW If it’s a funeral, let’s have the best funeral ever 2012/13 LCD Soundsystem say goodbye with documentary University Offer Act nOw fOr drAmAtic sAvings!

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6 plays for only $90+ GST A Few Good Men Miracle on South Supplied Division Street James Murphy of LCD Soundsystem soaks it in one last time. Directed by Will Lovelace and Dylan Gone With the Wind Kaeleigh Ayre Southern, and lensed by Spike Jonze (I’ll Arts reporter admit, I was surprised to see the acclaimed Ed’s Garage director’s name seemingly hidden in the credits), Shut Up is more than just a concert Daddy Long Legs Shut Up and Play the Hits film. Directed by Will Lovelace and Dylan Southern The footage is beautiful, and only a hand- Other People’s Money UK, 2011 ful of songs that the group performed at the 108 minutes show are actually shown. The sound is huge, Plays at Cinematheque Thursday, Sept. 20 and Saturday Sept. 22 at and as an LCD fan who never had a hope in 9 p.m., as well as Wednesday, Sept 26 at 7 p.m. hell to see them perform live, it is my favou- rite part of the film. On April 2, 2011, New York dance punk Perhaps the funniest parts of the film band LCD Soundsystem played its last show involve Murphy in his everyday life. at Madison Square Garden in front of thou- Scenes of the front man/producer/DFA sands of adoring and heartbroken fans as well Records founder performing such un-rock- as several cameras. star tasks as walking his French Bulldog, 4 plays Consciously disbanded after a decade by Petunia, having her turn her nose up at the for only front man James Murphy, the Grammy-win- food he has just given her and shaving his + GST ning group went out with a bang, “pulling off beard post-show, are intercut with Murphy a high school play at Madison Square Gar- explaining his reasons behind walking away den.” from the music in an interview with writer $ Shut Up and Play the Hits follows Mur- Chuck Klosterman. phy before, during and after his final show The film does run long, with some non- 66 as LCD, beginning at the end and jumping performance scenes feeling drawn out, and through time, witnessing his indecision as he on its way to being self-indulgent. ponders whether quitting is the right thing I really would have loved to see more from Red to do. the concert. Assassins The Penelopiad Ride the Cyclone: A Musical

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“Literally we’re playing music in people’s liv- ing rooms and around kitchen tables,” says Andrea Ramolo, who makes up half of the Toronto-based band Scarlett Jane with Cindy Doire. Ramolo and Doire will perform in houses and small venues over the next couple of weeks in small communities across Manitoba and Saskatchewan on the Central Plains Cir- cuit Home Routes Concert series. Home Routes was founded in 2007 by a group of folk music heavyweights includ- ing Mitch Podolak and Ava Kobrinsky, who co-founded both the Winnipeg Folk Festival and the West End Cultural Centre, as a way of bringing live music to communities that otherwise might not have that experience. It also gives new artists the opportunity to perform a full 12-stop tour without the hassle of trying to find a venue themselves. “Sometimes you call a bar in a commu- nity and say, ‘Hey can I play here?’ but the bar is closed, or they only take cover bands,” Ramolo says. “(Home Routes) is already set up.” Doire said she and Ramolo make an invest- ment in each small town they visit, because news of the concerts primarily spreads by SUPPLIED word of mouth. The ladies of Scarlett Jane are travelling across the prairies playing a series of home shows as part of the Central Plains Circuit Home Routes concert series. “You have to go to coffee shops and stores, talk to the people that live there and get to know the community,” Doire says. “If you’re Ramolo says the way it works is that they ple who are hosting them are middle-aged, this stuff together, because we are still first revisiting a small town you might have met a show up a few hours before the show to set which adds comfort to her because it’s like and foremost great friends,” Doire says. “If few people the first time, and had 10 people up and eat dinner with the hosts, they play visiting family. we spend a few days away from each other, come out to your show, then the next time the show and then leave the next morning. “Its really a comfortable way of touring we laugh and call each other and say, ‘Shit, there might be 30.” “It depends on the host, but usually we — you’re in a familiar environment, even I miss you.’” Ramolo and Doire have both played large stay up late jamming or getting to know each though it’s not familiar,” she says. venues and festival shows, but said playing a other,” she says. Ramolo and Doire have been friends  See Scarlett Jane perform Thursday, Sept. 20 at home show really connects them to the audi- “There’s an after-house concert kitchen for 10 years and both released solo albums the Times Change(d) ence. party that turns into this big jam,” adds before collaborating as Scarlett Jane to create  Show starts at 10 p.m. “It’s so intimate, and people are right there, Doire. “I’ve played house shows where I’m Stranger, produced by Stew Crookes (Hawk-  Check out their Winnipeg house show the next right beside you watching and paying atten- leaving in the morning and haven’t slept at sley Workman, Doug Paisley, Justin Rut- day, Friday, Sept. 21. For tickets, contact Tim at tim@ tion,” Doire says. “The audience really gets to all.” ledge). homeroutes.ca. know you over the course of the show.” Ramolo says that a lot of the time the peo- “It’s really amazing that we can do all of  Visit ScarlettJane.com DO IT YOURSELF Storage made simple Create space with this easy hanging bookshelf Shauna Fay Instructions: Volunteer It’s probably advisable to screw the dou- ble curtain rod brackets directly into a stud in the wall, though I didn’t and they’ve been I love books, so I keep them stacked around fine, so do what you can. my apartment: in the kitchen, lining the hall 1. To start, cut a fabric rectangle 20” x the floor and even under the desk. length of your dowel +4” (4 feet +4”in my Still, I manage to trip over them all the case). You can zig-zag stitch around all the time. edges to keep the seams from fraying, but if However, tripping aside, my biggest prob- you don’t, it’s fine. Fold and pin both side lem is intermingling library books and my seams in 1/2”towards the wrong side of the own, which makes getting my library books fabric. Sew along folded edge approximately back on time harder than it should be. 1/4” away from edge. Solution? Create a space devoted to library 2. On the top and bottom edges, fold, iron property only. and pin seams in 2” towards the wrong side of Since I borrow so many titles on a whim, I the fabric (also towards the wrong side of the needed a place that was both accessible and at fabric). Sew along the folded edges 1.5” away eye level. This way, by the time that pesky due from the edge. This will create the channel date sneaks up, I would actually remember to that you will feed the dowel through. have read a few — even if only partially. 3. Then fasten your double curtain rod Hence the hanging fabric book shelf brackets to the wall. Mine are two feet tucked neatly behind the couch. I found the apart. idea somewhere on the Internet, no doubt The next step may be the trickiest one. well laid out, but here’s my take: You can use the button-hole presser foot on your sewing machine, or an exacto knife, to You need: create slits into the fabric where you would • double curtain rod brackets (sometimes like it to hang from the brackets. The slits hard to find but I think mine were from should be about an inch long and go right a chain hardware store) and the screws to under the seam beneath the dowel so that attach them to the wall you can gently slip the rods into place onto • screwdriver the brackets. • two lengths of dowling or broom han- dle (mine are four feet long each) - check For more samples, and a slightly different ArtsJunktion or a local thrift shop technique, visit: http://pennycarnival.type- • pad.com/penny_carnival/2009/02/tutorial- fabric - check ArtsJunktion or a local hanging-book-display.html thrift shop visit www.Uniter.ca Culture 13 www.uniter.ca September 20, 2012 The Uniter

Sports My (half) hour in hell A first-time cyclocross competitor recounts her experience at Darkcross

DYLAN HEWLETT Two hundred cyclists competed in DarkCross 2012, an annual cyclocross race that takes place at the Speedway. "The race was exhilarating and challenging," says first-time competitor Grace Kennedy.

Grace Kennedy I committed. As a newb, I attended clin- your bike). Then, to my excitement-slash- ing to try a new activity. And there are a few Volunteer ics and paid visits to Garbage Hill, where I horror, we were corralled into the grand- races throughout the season with an open relentlessly scrambled up all faces of Winni- stand and running up the stairs, in front of category meant for beginners; it’s a good way peg’s majestic mountain. My roommate wor- the crowd. to give it a try without too much pressure. “Cyclocross: An Hour in Hell.” This was the ried about my ever-expanding inner-thigh As I willed myself not to fall, the worry If you can’t be convinced to try it out title of the YouTube video that first intro- bruises, and I eventually came to appreciate of the climb melted away and morphed into yourself though, make sure to take in a race duced me to the sport. Not only did I find that padded shorts are both functional and an adrenaline rush that carried throughout – it’s the only event in Winnipeg where it this intriguing, but remarkably, this amped fashionable. the race, due in part to the infectious energy is not only appropriate, but encouraged, to up my determination to race in my first bike When race day arrived, I headed down coming from the crowd cheering and ring- vigorously ring a cowbell. race, ever: DarkCross. early with a few other first-timers to pre-ride ing cowbells. So, until next time, more cowbell! For those not in the know, cyclocross is an the course. This eased the fretting, which had The experience of DarkCross was epic: the amalgam between road and mountain bik- been building since my initial registration; I result of excellent organization, an appropri- For more information about cyclocross, and ing, which consists of riding a mixed terrain now knew exactly what I would encounter ately wicked band (The Vibrating Beds) and upcoming Manitoba events, visit http://cxmb. of dirt, mud and grass, and navigating obsta- on my bike. the chance to meet some personal goals. blogspot.ca. Upcoming races that feature an cles while carrying your bike. Easy, right? I quickly discovered cyclocross analogous I finished the race in one piece and with- open race where anyone can compete include DarkCross is the kickoff race of the season to playing a live video game; think Mario stood any significant bails. In fact, the race MennoCross (Saturday, Sept. 29 at Canadian in Manitoba, and it went down last Saturday, Kart 64, on Choco Mountain. was exhilarating and challenging – I’m talk- Mennonite University in Winnipeg), South- Sept. 15, at the Red River Co-op Speedway. Each lap of the course had sections on the ing high intensity physicality the whole way. ern Cross (Sunday, Oct. 14 in Altona, Man.) Upon registration, I was relieved to learn dry mud-cracked track, followed by winding I may have looked like a snail, but trust me, and CrossTastic (Sunday, Oct. 21 at Whittier that my category consisted of a 30-minute grass terrain. There, you were launched into I was givin’ ’er. Park in Winnipeg). race. Good; only a mere half-hour in hell. a setup of two hurdles (necessitating carrying This sport is pretty fantastic if you’re look-

FIRST PERSON A lesson in geography Student Anna Magnusson reflects on her journey north to Churchill for a geography field course

This makes for lovely combinations of plants Anna Magnusson and animals pitted against a unique land- Volunteer scape; polar bears lazing around by the bay, Canadian geese sitting amid endless blue- berry and cranberry plants, and bald eagles As a student who has completed three full being, generally, wickedly awesome. years at the University of Winnipeg, I’ve Mini lakes are filled with the clearest had to sacrifice my quality of life in so many waters, and white belugas are just visible ways for my grades. among the dark waves of the Hudson Bay. With benefits, of course, but not imme- I could keep going, but you get the diate ones. point. So, when that glorious April day arrives Churchill’s natural wonders are outstand- that I finish my last exam, my life is again ing, and a more-than-worthy locale for the mine. geography department’s field course. This year, to my surprise, I surrendered The feeling of standing in the glorious the last two weeks of my beloved summer to Christopher Storie stillness of the wetland with my peers, see- my education. Going North: Anna Magnusson travelled north to Churchill, Manitoba with a group of keen, young geographers ing and noting everything — the differences Mama sure was proud. as part of the University of Winnipeg's Geography summer field course. in vegetation atop a palsa and the character- I registered to complete a field course in istics around a hydrolaccolith — is one that Churchill, Man. with the University of Win- krummholz and perfectly dissected rocks.” the remote isolation of a community of just won’t soon leave me. nipeg’s geography department. Just trust me on this one. 900 people. The experience has settled into my brain, This course ran for 10 days and was an But, if you’re not into isostatic rebound, Although this “human/cultural” aspect of and might stick around for a bit. This is incredible mix of excitement, academia and or any textbook that has a tree on it, this the course was both novel and interesting, as effective education. thought-provoking activity. course has other options for you. a biology student my awareness and curios- If you’re ever given the chance to com- The tundra terrain of the Churchill area The 14 students enrolled were able to ity was concentrated elsewhere. plete this Churchill study field course (or was the perfect setting for this particular explore the town of Churchill via different The Churchill area is on an ecotone, anything else that allows you to discover field course. exercises. which is a nifty bio word meaning a transi- your province’s vast north), you owe it to If you’re ever trying to win the heart of I learnt how to see through the eyes of a tional zone between two biomes. yourself to go. a physical geographer, all you need to do is human geographer, and study how some of Thus, the area hosts a unique and won- Though you may have to sacrifice your take them up north and say, “Hydrolacco- the town’s inhabitants live: lives adapted to derful collection of flora and fauna, char- final days of summer, I promise you it’s liths and monadnocks baby, sprinkled with the long freezing winters, the polar bears and acteristic of both tundra and forest biomes. worth it. 14 Culture The Uniter September 20, 2012 www.Uniter.ca

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LISTINGS perimeter. For more information visit www.thinairwinni- 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. Contemporary Dancers, presents TANIA ALVARADO on Dec. FILM peg.ca. 7 and Dec. 8. Visit winnipegscontemporarydancers.ca for THE STAFFORD COLLECTION OF INUIT SCULPTURE consists LEGENDS OF A WARRIOR, a candid look into the life of world- more information. GALLERIES & MUSEUMS of 121 sculptures mainly from the 1980s to the 2000s. The renowned martial arts coach Frank Lee and his son, is play- exhibition is being held at the WAG until Jan. 25, 2013. MIRACLE ON SOUTH DIVISION STREET is playing at the John ing at Cinematheque until Sept. 20. THE WAYNE ARTHUR GALLERY presents JUST US GIRLS, a Hirsch Theatre at the MTC Mainstage from Nov. 22 to Dec. THE INCREDIBLE SHRINKING MAN is at Cinematheque Sept. mixed media/collage exhibition by MABEL TINGUELY that THEATRE, DANCE & COMEDY 15. Visit mtc.mb.ca for more information. 21 and 23. runs until Sept. 26. 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Listings are free but not Sept. 29 with events throughout Winnipeg and beyond the THE BRINK by ELLEN PETERSON is playing at the Prairie guaranteed. Please email Ken at URBAN SHAMAN: CONTEMPORARY ABORIGINAL ART GALLERY Theatre Exchange from Oct. 11 to Oct. 28. Solutions from last week’s issue. presents MONSTER: STORIES OF WOMEN by SHELLY NIRO. [email protected]. Often stories about native women are bleak and serve A FEW GOOD MEN, the story of a young American lawyer only one purpose: to perpetuate native women as los- who defends two Marines accused of murder in a Guan- ers and non-producers, often taking away from the com- tanamo Bay hazing incident gone wrong, is playing at the mon good of this society. With this exhibition of images, John Hirsch Theatre at the MTC Mainstage from Oct. 18 to Niro’s goal is to create another kind of image of Native Nov. 10. Get your tickets at mtc.mb.ca. North American Women. 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