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THEMIKE Editor-in-chief VICTORIA ASIKIS PRODUCTION MANAGERs JAMES FINLAY dan seljak EDITORIALby putting ourselves out there [like NEWS buisness manager this], when we do something, we Relax! There is no need to expect a consequence.” Can Abortion be Compared to Genocide? james jee I was expecting Gossip Girl to stir Michael Hayes up a little controversy, but not to the against an identifiable group of which fund OHIP are used to humans beget humans. Thus, the that the comparison of abortion to news editor Writer extent that it did. What I find even persons, which in turn justifies fund abortions in Ontario. Finally, fetus inside the mother’s uterus is genocide is an appropriate one. alex greco Gossip Girl in this Issue more pitiful, though, is how much Last Wednesday, January 27th, dehumanizing treatment of the abortion has resulted in tremendous human, and not something which Ruba stressed that he did not Victoria Asikis photo editor coverage for some light and comical my time than care about who kissed gossip the Gossip Girl column approximately sixty people, of same group; 3) a system is in place loss of life. In Canada alone, there may become human at a later come to condemn women who have Editor in Chief reading in an issue that was heading whom during Winterfest. When I elicited; the majority of the negative which were mostly students, made to allow for the slaughter of these are approximately 100,000 legal time. Secondly, Ruba suggested had abortions, nor did he come to james nahhas in a direction of entirely serious read the article for editing, I thought comments I received about it were their way to Fr. Madden Hall on groups; and 4) a massive number of abortions each year. Worldwide, that there are four ways which the compare such women to Nazis. alayna kutsukake Number of complaints I got content. Both my team and I it was ambiguous, well-written, being whispered behind my back, the St. Michael’s College campus What he wished to convey instead regarding the Gossip Girl column: thought it was best to educe at least and a nice chuckle in a not-so- unbeknownst to me! For a group of to attend at lecture entitled “Echoes "Ruba stressed that he did not come to condemn was that our society shares the same copy editors 26.5. Number of people that praised some smiles in our readers; Haiti, humorous issue. What I intended students who make themselves out of the Holocaust”: one of the more four traits which permit the mass daniela ghazalian the coverage we did on Haiti: 0. It after all, was our special feature when I actively printed the article to be so ‘anti-gossip’, the number controversial presentations on the women who have had abortions, nor did he come to slaughter of an identifiable group sal rawdat is a sad, sad world we live in. so we figured it would receive the was for people to read it and receive of words they uttered regarding the abortion debate. It was sponsored as the societies which committed sarah-jane vassallo On January 12 2010, a vicious most attention and therefore an it like they would receive the same column was pretty astounding. by the University of Toronto compare such women to Nazis." documented genocides. In this laura sabatini earthquake struck the island nation ultimately sombre feeling in those type of gossip from the back pages The January 12 issue of The Mike Students for Life. sense, Ruba claimed, abortion is an of Haiti. On January 19, The reading. of the Metro Newspaper I am sure was the issue about Haiti. But given The presentation, given by Jose echo of the holocaust. melinda michael Mike made it their special feature, It seems that everybody working you all read on your way to school: the amount of talk surrounding the Ruba of the Canadian Centre people die as a result. there have been approximately forty unborn differ from the born: size, The gathering at Fr. Madden joseph uranowski showcasing it as both their front at The Mike was incorrect in their humorously and thoughtlessly. The Gossip Girl column, it does not for Bioethical Reform, compared In Canada, unborn children are million legal abortions. level of development, environment, Hall was very calm compared to page story and their centrefold assumptions that production night consequences of the print were to seem like it was about Haiti at all. abortion in Canada in our own not considered persons with rights Ruba admitted that his argument and degree of dependency. Since some other gatherings which have sports editor discussion. That same week, we ran because now – two weeks later – I come later. It instead seems like it was about day to various other genocides of under the law, and so they can be hinged on one question: What is the these differences exist between born greeted Ruba at other universities. stefan slovak part two of a new column we like am pretty much convinced nobody “Gossip is a reality,” says Father the people who thought they were the past, including the Holocaust. considered parasites or undesirable, unborn? If the unborn is human, human beings, and since we do not As I reported in The Mike last fall, to call Gossip Girl, and the topic even glanced at the coverage on Jim. “At one point, somebody has the ones being discussed in the While each case of genocide differs, just as the Jews were considered in then he believes his comparison assign value to born humans based Ruba was shouted and literally sang writers of conversation for that section was Ruba argued that the societal traits Nazi Germany. Thus, like with the holds. If not, then his presentation on these factors, we should not down by a group of pro-choice andy pignataro this years Winterfest festivities. The "For a group of students who make themselves which allow for abortion in Canada Jews in Nazi Germany, there is no is admittedly a waste of time. In value unborn humans any less than protesters at McGill University in francesca imbrogno former story, which was supposed today are the same societal traits legal framework stopping their mass order to answer this question, Ruba born humans based on these factors. Montreal while he was trying to fred caprara to draw the most attention from out to be so 'anti-gossip', the number of words... which allowed for past genocides. slaughter. Furthermore, abortion first invoked the accepted scientific Therefore, because born humans are give the Echoes of the Holocaust Cassandra sottile the student body, elicited zero These traits are as follows: 1) people occurs in nine out of Canada’s principle of biogenesis, which guaranteed basic rights, so should presentation there. After two hours responses. The latter story, on the regarding the column was astounding." are valued for what they look like ten provinces (and two out of the basically states that creatures who unborn humans. This includes the of disruptions, the lecture had to PAULINE KOSALKA other hand, left me writing several or for what they can do, rather than three territories), and is funded reproduce sexually beget creatures basic right to life. If this line of be cancelled. There was no such Dan Seljak E-Mails of apology. I was, and still for what they are—human beings; by the provincial health insurance of their own kind. So, dogs reasoning is sound, Ruba believes occurrence last Wednesday. Sasha Kalra am, completely appalled. Haiti. All eyes were instead peeled started it, passed it, and been the Gossip Girl section. I am not here 2) dehumanizing rhetoric is used plans. That means our tax dollars beget dogs, frogs beget frogs, and that his argument holds true and Amanda Fiume As the Editor-in-Chief of The to the Hot Winterfest Gossip. victim of it.” Father Jim here makes to chastise those of you who are Melissa tarsitano Mike, it is up to me to decide what “Any media we use, we need to a very valid point. No matter how guilty of thinking ‘OH EM GEE gets printed and what does not. I use judgement.” Those nine words much we may lie to ourselves – an my life is OVER’ after reading Alex Greco use my best discretion, choose the uttered by the illustrious Father Jim action Father says is much easier the column. Instead, I want you articles that are as interesting as were the first words of consolation I to do than when one lies to other all to take a moment, pick up your possible, and ultimately publish got after receiving all the complaints. people – everybody has taken part January 12 issue of The Mike, and Obama: One what I feel people will read and “The consequences [of what we do in the circulation of gossip. Perhaps turn to pages six and seven. Read enjoy reading. Whether or not I and what we print] are out of our you have been the victim more than the articles, look at the photos, and actually receive reader interest each control. But it is our actions and the messenger, but nevertheless, you think. Take a moment and thank issue is not of great importance; if I our intentions that we have control have still somehow played a part God that you have a home to live Year Later am pleased with the work that has over.” in perpetuating the issue. “When in, food to eat, the means to obtain Amina Huda Hassan been done, that is all I need to feel When the Gossip Girl column we consider things like Facebook, a good education and, ultimately, a Presidential Critic contact information satisfied. was printed, I did not intend to hurt myspace, or even The Mike.. we bright future ahead of you. And yes [email protected] I decided to publish the Gossip anybody’s feelings. Quite frankly, I feel like we are revealing a lot – this is for ALL of you. 416-926-7272 Girl article alongside the Haiti have much better things to do with about ourselves but we’re not. But 81 st. mary st. toronto on m5s 1j4

looking to contribute? drop us a line Why is my Life Sad? interested in advertising? [email protected] Dan Seljak Lonely, oh God, so lonely being indirectly ignored is so much It has been one year since our next his disapproval rating jumped from in Indonesia, outstanding Ivy same day the previous year. The warming, and to fix America’s worse than being directly insulted. door neighbour’s elected their 44th a low 12% to 44% within the year. League education, a stance for United States is still undergoing reputation with the closure of the Oh, is it Valentine’s day again? I So what to do? Do I gather what president, President Barack Obama, Americans disapprove of how promising change in America, and colossal obstacles, but the Obama prison at Guantanamo Bay. Not all wasn’t aware. It’s not so much that little confidence I have and stride who spoke of a victory of hope Obama has handled America’s to top it all, he is not a dumbass. administration can be held liable for of these tasks have been completed, I lost track of time, but that I don’t back out into the world of dating over fear, “unity of purpose over economic crisis 54% to 40%; 53% Another one of Obama’s not letting the American financial but one needs to remember the great have a reason to care. You see, I’m and women? The answer to that is conflict and discord” and a promise to 40% on health care; 51% to 39% accomplishments includes system subside. difficulties of governing, especially one of the perpetually single types, no. I’ve been burned before, and of change. With the celebration of on Afghanistan, and 50% to 41% economic stability since his step in Obama has also kept his promise during an economic crisis. The lost in the realm of long video game I do not deal with rejection well. his first year anniversary, many of on Iraq. In just under 12 months, during America’s recession. Obama, to pull out American troops in American political system is rifled CONTENTS sessions, take-out food binges and Instead, I use Valentine’s as an us across the globe have asked: has America has already began to fall as the new face of the American Iraq (aiming to remove them all by with checks and balances – a time working for the time vacuum known occasion to celebrate how awesome Obama made any change? out of love with President Obama. government, was bound to get some 2011), spiral war in Afghanistan in consuming process that involves a Obama: Year one. The as The Mike. For some, which to us I am. Basically, I spend the day One month into Obama’s term, Many seem to neglect the fact that form of backlash and blame from attempts to shape up the country lot of settlement and compromising. 3 good, the bad, and the single people always seems like the sobbing uncontrollably, watching a stimulus plan was designed in by certain measures, Obama has had suffering Americans. However, the by next year in order to pull out Overall, Obama has had fairly a really bad! majority, February 14th is a day to the Notebook, and drunk dialing order to tackle the increasing a substantial start as leader of one of American economy has maintained troops, and he is one step closer to dignified year with no catastrophic celebrate the special someone in the heartless harlots that are my unemployment rate. Costing a the globe’s most powerful nations. stability and some recovery in the reforming America’s grisly health mistakes to date. Although he has UK's elevated Terror their life with various commercial exes. whooping $787 billion, the stimulus According to analyst Simon Anholt past year. Obama has been sure to care system. As it seems, the bill suffered significant poll drops, the 4 Threat. consumables. But for all of you “happy” couples, plan was passed with the hopes - who completes yearly polls to learn make use of American taxpayers’ will guarantee every American main reason for this can be blamed But without that special someone, we’ve devoted half the centrefold to that the unemployment would not how much people have a high regard money in attempts to help wobbling the obligation to health insurance, on fearful Americans concerned The Mike LOVES you! take me for instance, Valentine’s your silly holiday. We have tips and exceed 8%. Within four months, for a range of countries - in the past banks, although some remain providing funding for those who about their nations current 6 Happy Valentine's Day! Day is more of a grim, inescapable tricks about Valentine’s and Andy America’s unemployment rate had year the value of America’s global critical of this spending. He is also cannot afford it, as well as the economic state and the possibility reminder that I’ll most likely die Pignataro reveals some of the most reached a standing of 10%. At that brand has risen from $9.7 trillion to the reason GM and Chrysler, two constraint of insurers ostracizing of unemployment. If America Listen up, soccer alone. Everywhere I turn that damn embarrassing moments of my dating time, critics began to raise their $11.8 trillion, a momentous change of the nations largest car makers, Americans with pre-existing health somehow undergoes economic 12 fans! Plus, the Juniors diaper wearing cherub Cupid mocks life. So read on and enjoy. eyebrows. for America following Bush’s term. exist today. Since November, the problems. This will be beneficial to recovery in the future, the Obama Disappoint! my everlasting aloneness. The only As for me, I’m going to get started One year ago, President Obama In just one year, America’s new unemployment rate in Michigan the millions of Americans who administration will earn the credit. thing those arrows of his pierce are on my quest of eating my body had an approval rating standing leader has completely transfigured has dropped slightly (one tenth of a cannot afford health care. However, it remains unknown what the remnants of my confidence. mass in Valentine’s chocolates, at 70%, according to a YouGov the nation’s image abroad with his percentage point from November), Obama has promised Americans the next three years hold for Obama Damn that winged baby and his though bear in mind, for a guy of Polimetrix poll for The Economist. charisma, diversified background, and as of January 19th, 2010, the the ending of the war in Iraq, the and the progression - or lack thereof cruel ambivalence to us single my girlish physique that’s not a lot By his anniversary, Obama dropped being of Kenyan origin, as well as stock market was reported to be construction of a “cap-and-trade” - for America. people! Cupid is an example that of chocolate. a towering 20%. In this same poll, having Muslim roots, an upbringing 30% higher than it was on the very system as a solution for global 4 THE MIKE NEWS - GENERAL FEBRUARY 2, 2010 [email protected] OPINIONS THE MIKE 5 The Apocalypse: Environment Canada Some scientists have hypothesized that the Earth has entered a short- OPINIONS Says it's Coming term cooling trend. A warm winter for Toronto has Pauline Kosalka a lot of benefits. For us humans, it Harbinger of DOOM warmer temperatures and climate is easier to commute and we save GRINDS change, and incur the wrath of money on energy. We can actually Readers, in the face of the Gaia, who in her unearthly might walk around campus without feeling extremely cold temperatures decided to send down -17 degrees like large ice cubes. The city saves we have experienced lately, may Celsius temperatures upon poor, money because it does not have to remember with nostalgia the earlier unsuspecting Toronto, taking salt the roads, use snow ploughs my January thaw. Fortunately for those vengeance upon those evil humans as often or repair as many broken who enjoy warm weather, David who, with their carbon-spewing pipes, meaning City Hall can spend GEARS Phillips, senior climatologist from machines, caused the Earth to warm this money on useful things such Asleep on the Job Environment Canada, predicted and the polar bears to die. as credit cards and lunches for city Stefano Tesoro a mild winter. Please, if you are But do you not see? Climate councillors. my cynicism permits me to ask how Misogyny Fan of Naps prepared to scream “climate change” change is bigger than that. For crying But in a world where a cow long riders will have to wait until (though “global warming” would be out loud, it all fits. Everything that fart counts as a significant factor Earlier this month, Torontonians these problems can be addressed Amanda Fiume has turned into a commercialization philosophy and the social Girlicious HATER! more accurate right now), hold your has been happening in the world fits. contributing to climate change, us saw a side of the TTC some riders and solved. The answer lies in the of pretenders, who post revenues environment. In the second century, breath. Mr. Phillips explains that It got warmer, it got colder, the snow little Suzukis tend to forget about are exposed to on a daily basis. automation of the TTC. Lil Wayne has jizzed all over the in excess of 1.5 billion dollars Tertullian, prolific Christian this is due to El Nino, a natural fell, it was dry, the rain fell, there was the advantages of warming or the George Robitaille, or as some in Though most of us downplay face of feminism. In today’s world, annually. apologist, wrote of women “You are climate pattern characterized by wind, there was no wind, etc. It is all difference between climate and the news media have called “the the role of machines replacing men are quick to argue that the days This is not to say that every man the gateway of the devil; you are the unusually warm ocean surface climate change! weather. We tend to ignore the fact sleeping TTC collector”, was their human counterparts one has of male and female inequality are who listens to rap music ascribes one who unseals the curse of that temperatures that interact with the What was the question again? Ah, that warming trends in the past (such photographed sleeping on the to wonder whether an automated a thing of the past, but with lyrics to chauvinistic tendencies, nor is it tree, and you are the first one to air in the Equatorial Pacific, often yes – is this a complete disaster in as the Medieval Warming Period) job earlier this month by TTC payment system would improve like “I wish I could f&*k every girl to say that men are the only ones turn your back on the divine law”. causing warmer and drier winters terms of climate change? The problem have led to economic improvement. rider Jason Wieler who was passing rider experience. The TTC is a in the world” blasting through radio who perpetuate this perception. As Although most of us find this in Canada. The longer warm spells is that warmer winter temperatures Significantly, we conveniently through McCowan station. He then business and like a business it stations at nauseous levels, it seems a self-described moderate feminist, sexist tripe to be completely absurd in Ontario, the Prairie Provinces, in one year are not indicative of an forget that those hallowed expert proceeded to upload the picture to needs to meet the demands of its the women’s rights movement has I cannot turn myself away from today, this historically ingrained and Maritimes are due to a stronger area’s climate, which is the long- environmentalists and alarmist the popular social networking site, customers. We as customers have been set back to the early fourteenth the facets of our media which mindset has percolated into the El Nino that is staying in the same term meteorological condition in IPCC reports are contaminated by Twitter. For most Torontonians this made our requests clear. We want century. While degrading women absolutely rape feminism. Case practices and institutions of modern area for a longer time than usual. that area. This warm winter is quite such scandals as Climategate or the picture is indicative of the lackluster lower fairs, faster service and more literally has nothing to do with in point, Girlicious, modeling society. While I doubt that the “It doesn’t mean every day or week simply weather. Climate anomalies lately uncovered false IPCC claim service we have come to expect from bang for our buck. music or any Catholic Church will be balmy and snow free. What occur all of the time. I am sure that that Himalayan glaciers would melt the TTC. Unfortunately for Mr. We must realize nevertheless specific genre for "Lyrics... perpetuate a perception would cite the we’ll probably see is a little bit of a the cavemen faced some oddly by 2035. Robitaille, he has become the poster that the photo of George Robitaille that matter, music works of Tertullian taste of all kinds of winter weather. warm winters too, even without all But let us forget about that. It child for all that is wrong with this asleep on the job is not indicative remains a reflection of women as liars and whores." as justification for We’ll see some cold, we’ll see some the fossil fuels. Please, do not try is drawing perilously close to the organization. From fare increases of all TTC employees nor does it of our culture and the inability for warmth, we’ll see some snow, we’ll to point towards global warming, denier camp. The important thing to discourteous employees most accurately represent Mr. Robitaille society; it is our women to obtain see some dry periods. So it will be a because while Canada had warmer is that you can enjoy your warm riders will tell you that the TTC himself. This thirty year veteran of culture and society that condones for young girls a very deranged ordination, the fact that women are mixed bag,” said Phillips. The thaw temperatures for a while, the same Toronto winter without losing sleep has its fair share of problems. the TTC has maintained an air sexism and misogyny. Do not get definition of femininity. I find the still seen to be inferior as leaders by has not broken any records yet. areas also faced incredibly frigid over climate change. In fact, you will Who among us has not been of professionalism that cannot be me wrong, I love mainstream music very existence of this group to be one of the most powerful institutions But I suppose some of you had temperatures at other times. And be helping dear Gaia by reducing late for a class because of a subway reversed through one embarrassing as much as the next person, but it ridiculously insulting, especially in the world is quite scary. The to make the connection between what about Britain’s cold spell? your heating bill. or streetcar delay? In a city as moment. Many may not know this is dying a fucking miserable death. because they do not even produce common response? Women need vast and congested as Toronto, but Mr. Robitaille was credited While watching the Everygirl video, real music. Their appropriately titled to stand up for themselves. Ha! others modes of transport are not with saving a TTC rider’s life I personally counted 126 times smash hit, “Stupid Shit”, is literally That sounds simple enough, but Rachel Venturo number of transatlantic flights and to the terror threat being ‘severe’ practical. It is this impracticality when working as a Wheel-Trans where women were objectified and the stupidest song to have ever been imagine growing up in a society UK Terror Overload Terror Level Analyst again in June 2007 when two men would instead inspire people to that allows the TTC to maintain its operator. It is Mr. Robitaille’s belief made into some form of commodity. produced, accompanied by a music that socializes you to be passive, attempted to drive a car into the dangerously take safety into their monopoly and leave such concerns that a mixture of his heart and pain Women are valued solely for their video which can only be described meek and compliant? Some men in On January 22nd, the UK terror Glasgow Airport. Since then, all own hands, excessively report any as wait times and fare increases medication caused him to doze physical attributes, with videos as a low budget porno for tweens, today’s society will scoff at a woman threat level was raised from changes in the terror level lack any odd activity displayed by neighbors. unanswered. Aside from the off that night, not the commonly featuring hordes of scantily clad in which this vapid foursome if she vocalizes any inequalities that ‘substantial’ signifying that the threat reasoning behind them. By using descriptors like ‘severe’, surface issue of a TTC employee held opinion that he was just lazy. women dancing around like idiots spontaneously rips off their clothes she may have experienced, writing of terror is possible, to ‘severe’, which UK’s JTAC would not reveal ‘critical’ and ‘moderate’ to describe asleep on the job, what most of Though some are eager to view this on beds of money or the hood to the chorus “let’s do some stupid it off as being overly concerned or indicates a terrorist attack as being their reasoning for the threat level conditions, citizens are lulled into us fail to ask is what is going to issue one-sidedly, the public must of a Bentley. Lyrics, if you have shit.” I actually cannot get through making problems out of nothing. I highly likely. All decisions regarding increase nor did they link it any a sense of stability and then forced be done about the TTC’s current take into account both sides of every ever dissected them, perpetuate a this song without wanting to stab a can only hope change does happen the threat level are assessed by the specific happenings. Rather the into a panic over their safety. The state of affairs? Rude employees story in order to judge accordingly. perception of women as liars and sharpened pencil into my eardrums. though, not only because misogyny UK’s Joint Terrorism Analysis Home Secretary, Alan Johnson, government and the JTAC reassure and outdated subway cars have long Though most of us are willing to whores. Ironically, while these And for the love of Jesus, sexism is destructive to women but also Centre ( JTAC) and this recent who brought forward the decision, that the terror level is needed to been a problem and with Toronto vilify the TTC as an entity that is lyrics outwardly degrade women, is even built into their name… because money, cars, clothes increase was of no exception. JTAC confirmed that there was no ensure that the public is made nearing another municipal election controlled by its workers union, let they inadvertently degrade the Girlicious, break it down people… and hoes is a very narrow and maintains a constant twenty-four evidence to suggest that an attack conscious of the presence of terror it is time these issues are brought to us not forget about those employees artistic legitimacy of rap music girl… licious (delicious). I rest my unsustainable definition of success hour observation of international would be imminent. They claim that threats. However, without accurate the forefront. Though TTC chair who actually take pride in their as well. Mainstream hip hop has case. indeed. and national terror threats and their intent in raising the terror level information or published details, Adam Giambrone announced on job. It is their commitment and become a far cry from the once You can find links to the makes decisions accordingly. was to increase vigilance among the use of threat descriptors only Wednesday the formation of a blue- dedication that allow us to reach enlightened voice of the oppressed subjugation of women throughout The UK threat level system is citizens. Their lack of reasoning puts society at greater risk by further ribbon panel on customer relations, our destinations everyday. and disenfranchised in society; it history: in religion, politics, composed of five levels ranging raises the question of what standards destabilizing the situation and from ‘low’ - where the threat is are used to judge the threat of panicking uninformed citizens. nonexistent - to ‘critical’ where an terror. The ambiguous need to When evaluating this recent attack is imminent. Changes to increase caution in the nation for a change one must ask the question Shortened Semester: Good or Bad? the UK’s threat level are influenced mysterious event demonstrates how of whether the terror level should Sarah Gagliano solely by the judgments made by the the threat system could be used to be raised because of the damage Evaluating Time for students who live away from home or out students struggling to meet deadlines. how it can be stressful learning something new. JTAC with regard to surrounding satisfy ulterior motives. If the JTAC caused by the threat system itself. of the country. These students will be able In addition, fewer days of classes means There are people here to help you. You are not conditions. The recent shift to finds it important enough to raise Without clear motives, changes to There have been many schedule changes in to spend extra time with their families and that there is more demand on the students. alone; everyone else is in the same situation. ‘severe’ is not linked to a single event. the terror level to ‘severe’ should the terror level could incite a panic the Faculty of Arts and Science for the current friends back home. In addition, commuter We have to learn the same amount of So let us return to the question that was It instead appears to stem from a they not also provide some form of that would rival the risk of a terror academic year. For instance, on Remembrance students are also at an advantage. They have information and complete the same quantity posed in the beginning of this article: is U number of international concerns, rationale or intelligence in order to attack itself. Systems like that of Day we had “Virtual Monday” to make up an extra week where they can be working full- of evaluations as if we still had a thirteen of T’s twelve-week second semester a good including the attempted Christmas narrow the scope of fear and prevent the UK are used around the world, for the Monday classes that were missed due time, earning money and gaining experience week term. Every post-secondary student idea or is it the worst idea ever? The answer Day bombing of an aircraft and the individuals from acting out against including the colour-coded system to the Thanksgiving long weekend. Another (or they have an extra week to just relax). needs good time management skills, but is somewhere in the middle of these two belief that terror attacks against the conclusions they derived from utilized by the United States. Recent change that the University of Toronto Furthermore, our exams will finish sooner. I shortening the number of weeks in class, extremes. The obvious advantages are clear, but other nations would be delivered their paranoia? happenings in the UK demonstrate implemented was the idea of having a twelve- particularly see this as an advantage because puts an even greater demand on students to there are also disadvantages. However, what from Yemen. What is the ultimate purpose that proper standards and greater week second semester, instead of the usual last year, at the end of April, I had written all develop this invaluable skill. However, this seems to disadvantage students now may The UK has raised its terror level of announcing that there is an transparency should be set in place thirteen weeks. Was this a good idea or the of my exams except one which was in May. intense situation reflects the “real world” actually help them in the future with regard to the highest level, ‘critical’, twice increased threat of attack without to make these systems far more worst idea this school has ever come up with? Let us outline a few of the seemingly obvious where we will have to balance our work lives to time management and priority setting. since the new threat system was providing substantial details? The effective and understandable. What First of all, let us outline some of the disadvantages of a shortened second term. and personal lives. Twelve weeks can make However, do University students really put in place in July 2005. The first JTAC maintains that this system is is the function of a terror system obvious ways that students will benefit from One less week means that there is a higher us stronger at time management and priority need extra pressure to develop these skills, time being in August 2006 when meant to increase public vigilance that makes citizens more vigilant if the shortening of the term. There is one less probability that tests and assignment due setting. Thus, we become more efficient at regardless of the potential usefulness in the authorities raided terror cells that for suspicious behavior when the they are not informed of the threat week of classes, which means that summer dates will end up on the same week or even our work. However, there can be some stress future? The answer to that question is a were planning to bring down a threat is higher. Alerting the public itself? vacation is longer. This is especially useful on the same day. The result is overly stressed associated with learning these skills, just like matter of opinion. 6 THE MIKE FEBRUARY 2, 2010 [email protected] THE MIKE 7 the most ridiculous made up commercialist to the Electric Chair, February 25th at Hart wander inside to a table where a woman is products. But here’s how you can make House Theatre, written by Andy Pignataro. waiting alone for her date, introduce yourself Valentine’s Day fun for both you and your Tickets are $10 for students and $12 for as “the man of her dreams,” and then see how date. A quick trip to Home Depot and adults. Tell them Andy sent you. Bring your long you can go before she leaves or you are you’re set. With a budget of roughly $150 friends. removed by the staff. If you can make it you can turn a friend’s basement apartment It may seem to the readers that I’m not until your entree gets to the table, you win. look exactly like a small bistro and pay one doing particularly great at this section of the From here there’s really only one place left of your lonely friends, like Dan Seljak, to be article but let’s be serious here, the last time to go, and that is, naturally, on the biggest the chef/waiter. (Come on ladies... the man I want on a Valentine’s day date was... let’s lonely guy drinking binge possible. This is can cook and wait tables, and he’s alone on see... when did the Maple Leafs last make where I personally excel. Do you know what Valentine’s Day...). If you are going to go to the playoffs? 2004? Yeah, like two years kind of behaviour warrants getting thrown a restaurant, here are a few tips. Always pay before that. out of 3 bars, a hotel lounge, and a strip by credit card; never debit. And if you do have So let’s move into the territory I’m most used club? I’ll let you know on February 15th. If to pay by debit, make sure you have enough to: what to do if you’re single on Valentine’s all else fails, you can always amuse yourself ^ th Ask^ Gigi Well, February 14 is fast approaching, money in your account to cover dessert... Day. There are several options available right by Facebook-messaging your ex-girlfriend Dear Gigi, but this will merely drive fun person to be around. Make him worth it. As for the chances, if and once again we are all divided into two right Dan Seljak? But enough about Dan’s here at SMC. I thoroughly suggest going to and discussing how much you still hate her. My boyfriend is his behavior underground realize how much he loves spending he has cheated on you before – or groups who we can aptly call the haves and relationship mishaps - let’s continue. Be sure the Bachelor/Bachelorette Auction. Then My last conversation with her ended with going away with his buddies in and ensure you never hear a thing time with you. Compliment him, done anything, for that matter, to the have-nots. These two terms are, of course, to buy your date a gift to mark the special put in bids to consistently drive up prices, the line, “you got a lot fatter since we broke a few days and I can’t help but about it. Further, he can react tease him a bit. Don’t stress, don’t lose your trust, you will never regain entirely relative; while many a happy couple occasion. Flowers or chocolates are too but don’t buy anyone. You’d be amazed how up.” For an added kick, allow the staff of the be worried. I know he is defensively and flip the scenario worry – allow yourself to trust him. it. Even if he hasn’t downright would claim that they have each other, I like cliché, so I suggest you buy her a Roboraptor. much people who are lonelier than you will newspaper to watch while it happens and give faithful but when guys drink back on you, a la “You don’t trust The answers to these questions are cheated, but has flirted with other to think of things a little differently. I have That sets up the eventual Robo-Sapien for spend for a chance at a date. From there, message by message updates as it unfolds. It I have seen what they can do. me so you’re a bad girlfriend, not always extremely simplistic – if the girls in pathetic attempts to make Top 10 Songs for my freedom, a lack of any relationship duties, her birthday. They communicate when placed wander the streets of Toronto and attempt makes for an enjoyable evening. Well, that’s ShouldValentine's I confront him? the other way around” or “You man loves you, he’s not going to you jealousDay – I simply don’t see the Valentine’s Day Lovers and a slight influx of disposable income. I next to each other. Best $300 I ever spent. to ruin Valentine’s Day for happy couples. I about all I have for you in the way of advice. Text him all the time while don’t trust me anyway, so why cheat no matter how drunk he is! point of hanging onto a relationship mean, why take a girl out to dinner when you This is of course, assuming you actually make like to stand outside of restaurants and stare I hope you all enjoy your Valentine’s Day. I he’s gone? Let it go? Help! bother being trustworthy?” Both Trust him. You imply that he’s been that drains you the way those ones 1. Only You Can Love Me This can buy all three colours of Snuggie? it to the Valentine’s Day date. In the event into the windows with a sad face. Wistfully will be enjoying mine alone this year, and if Signed, options are naggy, mother-like a good boy in the past so, innocent do. Either break up with the dude Way – Keith Urban Here’s the way I see it: Valentine’s Day is that you forget Valentine’s Day completely, raise a hand as if to wave at a past love this article is any indication, many more years Teary in Toronto and will do nothing in achieving until proven guilty, right? or stop whining and trust him. He 2. Flaws and All - Beyonce the one day of the year where you are allowed make it up to her by taking her out to a show. who has moved on, then slowly walk away. to come. your objective. It is common We tend to overanalyze, jump can go on vacation without you 3. Need You Now – Lady to spend an obscene amount of money on I suggest A Funny Thing Happened on the Way If you’re feeling particularly adventurous, Dear Teary, knowledge that men despise clingy the gun and look for problems breathing down his neck texting Antebellum My dear. Think for a moment. girls, girls who are constantly on at in relationships because the calm him nonstop or yelling at him for 4. Truly, Madly, Deeply – Savage Texting him all the time will have them about something, squawking is often more unsettling than the things he hasn’t done. (Valentine’s Garden zero effect. If anything he will endlessly about things – like this storms. I am a strong believer in Day is approaching and I remain 5. For You I Will – Teddy feel smothered and annoyed and – that haven’t even happened yet. simplicity, and a strong disbeliever single – thus my exasperation Geiger OLYMPICS will be driven away from you and You have no right to ‘confront’ him in chances. Relationships boil with the whining of taken girls 6. 1, 2, 3, 4 – Plain White T’s into the clutches of another girl. about something he has yet to do down very simply: if you love everywhere. Shut it and enjoy 7. I Turn To You – Christina Confronting him will also have and indeed, may not do at all. someone, you trust them – the what you have, while I go stock Aguilera little to no effect. You can sit him This is my advice: Be an incredible two cannot be separated – and if up on Ben and Jerry’s and crappy 8. Lucky – Jason Mraz ft. Colbie PREVIEW down and yell at him and tell him girlfriend over the next few days you trust them, you shouldn’t be romantic comedies…) Caillat he’s a filthy cheater and you’ll cut before he goes away. Don’t sulk, constantly questioning, worrying, 9. Better Together – Jack his genitals off if he so much as don’t nag, and don’t get annoyed at and stressing. If you find that you Johnson thinks of touching another girl, anything he does. Laugh and be a are, break up with them! It’s not 10. Stand By Me – Ben E. King

Top 10 Songs for Loveless Independents Valentine's Day for Idiots Annette Gagliano 1. If I Were A Boy - Beyonce Cupid’s Helper 7. Write each other poems. It does not have to be lovey-dovey, but just 2. Unfaithful - Rihanna get the message across. 3. Forever and Always (Piano Valentine’s Day is fast approaching, gals and guys. Valentine’s Day is 8. Take a moment to tell your Valentine that you love him/her. Version) – Taylor Swift Monica Slovak Short Track takes place February 13th, 17th, due to their success during the World Cup two snowboarders in each race qualify for a special time of year for all the couples out there. So, any ideas on how 9. Snap a photo of each other. Everyone knows that a picture is a treasure 4. When You’re Gone – Avril Olympics Connoisseur 20th, 24th and 26th. circuit. The remaining 35 spots must be the next round. The three events are all fairly to make this Valentine’s Day a memorable one? The following is a list of that is worth a thousand words. Lavigne Remember how I said that Luge was one fought for in qualification rounds. Once the different and should be exciting to watch. ten things to do with your special someone this Valentine’s Day. 10. Spend time with friends and family. On Valentine’s Day, it is not 5. I Don’t Believe You – Pink Here it is, the third and final article of the scariest sports out there, but not the 50 are selected, they all take a jump, and the Snowboarding takes place February 15th-18th 1. Grab your skates and take your Valentine ice-skating. Skating is a great only important to spend time with your Valentine, but also take time to 6. Burn – Usher previewing the Vancouver 2010 Winter scariest? Here is the scariest: Skeleton. The top 35 from that are allowed to take a second and February 26th-27th. winter activity that keeps you active, and at the same time, allows you to hang out with others that you love. For those that do not have a Valentine, 7. Sentimental Heart – She & Olympic Games. Athletes are making final premise is almost identical to Luge; one person jump, after which the medals are rewarded. The final Olympic sport we will be taking spend time with your Valentine. do not feel that you need Cupid to shoot an arrow so that you will have Him preparations, as we are just less than two lying on a small sled, speeding down a hill of For the Team event, there are four men per a look at is Speed Skating. Speed Skating’s 2. Watch a movie with your Valentine. The movie does not necessarily a partner on the fourteenth of February. Instead, you can do any of the 8. You Oughtta Know - Alanis weeks away from the much-anticipated ice trying to cut the corners and go around the team and each must jump in the first round, many events take place on a 400 m oval have to be romantic. However, try to choose a movie that both you and activities listed above with your family and friends. Morisette event. In this final piece to the puzzle, we turns as smoothly and as quickly as possible. however only the top eight teams qualify for track, once again each competed separately your Valentine would enjoy because this will make the experience more 9. Try Sleeping With A Broken will explore the five remaining sports: Short However there is one big difference. In Luge, the medal round. The team with the greatest by Men and Women. Events include 500 m, memorable. You may find these ideas to be too simple, but the truth is, you do not Heart- Alicia Keys Track, Skeleton, Ski Jumping, Snowboard you lie on your back, but in Skeleton, you are total distance jumped wins. Austria’s Thomas 1,000 m, 1,500 m, Women’s 3,000 m, Men’s 3. Eat hugs and kisses chocolate. Okay, that may sound bizarre, but you have to treat your Valentine to something expensive to make Valentine’s 10. Love Hurts - Nazareth and Speed Skating. flipped over, going headfirst. Essentially, you Morgenstern is a name to lookout for, having and Women’s 5,000 m, Men’s 10,000 m and have to admit, this is quite appropriate for Valentine’s Day. Day memorable. I mean, being able to go to a highly-rated concert, or Cassandra Sottile and the Let’s start off with Short Track Speed are speeding down a large hill, made of ice, just won a World Cup Ski Jump event (his Team Pursuit. In Speed Skating, skaters 4. For the adventurous types, take your Valentine on a hike. This is a planning a trip inside or outside of Canada would be nice, but that does Copy Editors of the Mike Skating, or just Short Track, given its name face-first, on your stomach, reaching speeds second in the past few weeks) in Sapporo, race against the clock two skaters at a time, great way to forget about all the stresses in life, and to develop a better not necessarily have to be the case. You do not have to do anything fancy because it takes place on a 111.2 m oval track up to 130 km/h. There are only two events Japan. He beat out Simon Ammann of switching lanes each lap to make sure that appreciation for Mother Nature. (Hopefully it is not too cold, but make with your Valentine. The purpose of Valentine’s Day is to spend time with as opposed to the 400 m track used for Speed for Skeleton: Men’s and Women’s Singles. Switzerland, who currently leads the overall the distance covered between the two skaters sure to be prepared for all types of weather.) your Valentine, and to enjoy being in each other’s company. If you believe Skating. This sport consists of five separate Just as in Bobsleigh and Luge, the 50 metre standings. However last week in Poland, is equal. All the distance races are fairly 5. Bake cupcakes, cookies, or other nice snacks with your Valentine. It that you and your Valentine would enjoy none of the activities that were events, each competed separately by men take-off run at the beginning is the key to the Austrian Gregor Schlierenzauer, receiving straightforward but Team Pursuit is one that does not matter what you make, but it is the time that you and your listed above, you do not have to follow this list. The important thing is and women. There is 500m, 1,000m, 1500m, race. In the Women’s event, Maya Pederson his 31st World Cup victory, beat out both of is unique and was only introduced four years Valentine spend together that is special. do the activities that you and your Valentine will both enjoy because that 3000m relay for women and 5000m relay for of Switzerland will have to defend her these two top competitors. This should be a ago in Torino. Two teams of three athletes 6. Go to a museum. Explore the treasures of the past or the arts of modern will make Valentine’s Day a memorable one. Whatever you decide to men. Rather than racing a clock, Short Track gold from Torino to Canada’s own Mellisa tight race to the finish. Ski Jumping events each begin on opposite ends of the track and day. In Toronto, the AGO and ROM are two great sites. do this Valentine’s Day, remember to enjoy the time you spend together. Speed Skaters race against one another. In Hollingsworth, who got bronze in Torino and take place February 13th, 19th, 20th and 22nd. skate closely together as a team, taking turns each race, there are either four or six skaters, is the reigning World Champion, Germany’s Here is a sport everyone knows about: leading the pack, trying to take advantage of of whom only the top two advance to the next Kerstin Szymkowiak, who managed to attain Snowboarding! There are three different events the air current. The race is complete when round. In the relays, there are eight teams, five medals during the 2009-10 season, and in Snowboard; each competed separately by the final team member crosses the finish line. Happy Love Day Everyone! each consisting of five skaters, one being an several other top competitors. For the Men’s men and women. There is Parallel Giant This event goes through several elimination alternate. However there is no set rule of event, their are many potential gold-medalists, Slalom, Halfpipe and Snowboard Cross, rounds, culminating in a final race for gold. Francesca how many laps each skater must complete. including Canadians Jeff Pain and Jon each one being very different. In Parallel Two men battling for the gold will be Sven Imbrogno February 2nd is the Raptors do some dipping (but not tuned for an announcement Each team is allowed to choose how many Montgomery, who both had very successful Giant Slalom, two snowboarders race down Kramer of the Netherlands and Shani Davis SMCSU Prez Lounge Party in Brennan Hall double dipping. That’s like on the official after party. laps each skater will skate, although there is runs on the Olympic track last season, with the hill at the same time, weaving in and out for the USA. For the women, the top two brought to you by your trusty putting your whole mouth in Also of note, the good folks an understanding that the final two laps are Montgomery winning the Whistler World of gates. Whoever wins, goes onto the next contenders are Czech Martina Sablikova and DSAC Commission. Join us the fountain). Later on that of D.R.E.A.M.S. are going to skated by the same skater. There is no baton Cup and Pain finishing third. Do you need round, until there is a final race. Athletes can Canada’s very own Christine Nesbitt. Speed It is the time to make sure you at 7pm for tip-off and chill night, we will be having our be holding a pub night to help for the relay though. All the skater must do to be insane to partake in this sport? Probably. partake in up to nine races. In the Halfpipe, Skating commences February 13th and runs show all the ones you love how out after a long hard day on Annual Bachelor/Bachelorette raise money to build schools is tag their teammate, but in order to keep But lets be honest, what would our Winter snowboarders display a routine, filled with throughout the Games until February 27th. much you care, whether it be your favourite blue couches. Auction. Come and bid on in the Dominican Republic momentum, usually the waiting teammate Olympic Games be without these crazy tricks and acrobatic jumps while moving So there it is St. Mikes. You now know friends, family, boyfriends, February 11th is our jam- dates with some of SMC’s this Thursday, February 4th crouches and is pushed by their teammate in athletes? Skeleton events take place February through the inside of a half-cylinder shaped what to expect in the upcoming Olympics or girlfriends. SMCSU packed Valentine’s Day most coveted men and women, at O’Grady’s. “Get Pissed for order to help them begin. Five-time Olympic 18th and 19th. snow tube and going from one side of the Games. When you are watching the events continues to bring some love. festivities. During the day, we including familiar faces Poverty” and do not miss it! gold-medalist Apolo Anton Ohno (yes, the Next up, Ski Jumping. The concept is really halfpipe to the other. Each snowboarder is with family and friends and someone asks, All this week is SMC @ have the DSAC Valentine’s Day of residence and commuter little man who won Dancing With the Stars) quite simple, whoever jumps the greatest judged on the height and style of their tricks. “What’s Skeleton?” or “Who’s going to win MTV Live Week! Meet us in party. Come and eat chocolate students alike. All the money Wishing you all Peace and is a serious favourite in all events, as he is total distance, wins the event. There are three The favourite in Halfpipe would have to be the gold for hockey?” you have the answers. Brennan Hall at 4:30pm any until your heart’s desire goes to a good cause and it is Love this month. And also, looking to add to his medal count. Then again, separate events: Men’s Normal Hill, Men’s American Shaun White, who is the reigning You just became the next Olympic expert. or all days from Monday to (pardon the pun). We will also such a fun event. Plus, you never Happy Black History Month! Canadian Charles Hamelin, also emerging as Large Hill and Men’s Team. Normal Hill and gold-medalist and the guy with the big, There is nothing more that can be said. All Thursday and show off your be having a lovely chocolate know, you just might meet that a favourite, could pose a threat to Ohno in Large Hill are very similarly structured events, crazy, red hair. Snowboard Cross sees four we can do now, is sit back and enjoy the St. Mike’s spirit at MTV. fondue fountain. Come and Mister or Miss Perfect! Stay 1000 m and 1500 m races. On the Women’s the only difference being the size of the actual snowboarders racing down the hill at once, games. Happy Winter Olympics SMC! GO side, the top two contenders are Wang Meng hill. For each, the first round is comprised of going over different terrains and making their CANADA GO! from China and Lee Ho-Suk of South Korea. 50 jumpers. 15 of these men are pre-qualified way over several jumps and ramps. 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Mirvish Presents:ARTS Little House on the Prairie First Year ExperienceLIVING Victoria Asikis to have physically stood the test from the Dakota Territory prairies, Editor in Chief of time, fans of the show will be growing up and growing old with Alexandra Zaralis Admit it: you grew up watching unbelievably thrilled to hear that together. These men and women of Little House on the Prairie. Melissa Gilbert – the original Lara Little House on the Prairie: The Alex Greco Every Saturday was spent tuning Ingall’s – is back, playing the role of Musical unquestionably did their Writer into CTS to catch another heart- Ma. homework in terms of connecting warming dose of the Ingall’s family. While the television show with one-another. The love was felt When a first year student at the University of Toronto begins his or her post-secondary From prayers to family values to the spanned season upon season, Little everywhere, from the misty eyes to journey, many thoughts come to mind: a new beginning, fear of the unknown; excitement plights of growing up, Little House House: The Musical manages to the goose-pumped arms of almost and anxiety, intimidation and the personal growth acquired through challenges. For me, on the Prairie had it all. incorporate most of the important every spectator in attendance. It first year was all of the above. I felt the weight of apprehension that lay ahead. While my first Fast forward approximately ten events from the show into theirs. was especially hard for me to keep year experience was a rollercoaster of emotions, it was the beginning of a wonderful journey complete with its years and what have you got? Yes, We get shown everything from my eyes dry during Laura and successes and shortcomings. Now, in my third year, new challenges continue to rear their ugly head. However, Little House is still playing on CTS. the unfortunate commencement Mary’s ‘I’ll Be your Eyes’ duet. the familiarity of the campus and company of many friends lessens the strain and reinforces new layers of personal Even better, however, is the Canon of Mary Ingalls’ (Alessa Neeck) With my sister sitting beside me in growth and academic achievement. My years at UofT to date have been memorable both academically and Theatre’s brand new performance, blindness to the adoring union the audience, I could not help but socially and have developed experiences that will last a lifetime. Little House on the Prairie: The between Laura Ingalls (Kara embrace her in the middle of the Many ask, year after year, what is first year like at UofT? Is it all bad? All good? Musical. Lindsay) and her beau, Almanzo musical number! Somewhere in between? Last week, I caught up with Alexandra Zaralis, a 1st year residence student at SMC. Directed by Francesca Zambello Wilder (Kevin Massey). If you love Little House on the She has a unique perspective on her first year and shared it with me. with music by Rachel Portman, But it is not only the events Prairie, this is certainly the musical Little House on the Prairie: The of Little House that captivates for you. Grab your family, grab your Slacktivism! Musical offers up everything we spectators. Rather it is the chemistry friends, and head for the open road know and love about the original between the actors that will surely to the Canon Theatre! Little House Anthony Di Bratto the student voice would be heard as television show. The cast and musical strike audiences everywhere. If on the Prairie: The Musical runs in Slacker Observer the stage was set for a province wide ensemble make it incredibly hard we did not know any better, we Toronto until February 28 2010. protest of epic proportions. The to sit still, and though she seems would think this was a real family Slacktivism is defined byresult? No more than twenty people urbandictionary.com as “ ‘feel-good’ walked out and were present at any measures, in support of an issue or one location. All talk and with no social cause, that have little or no action from Facebook groups has practical effect other than to make become an all too familiar trend the person doing it feel satisfaction. for the much maligned diehard The acts also tend to require little protestors who continue to seek personal effort from the slacktivist.” change even without the numbers. The relatively new phenomenon This incident truly was slacktivism that has evolved in recent years is in its finest hour yet. THIS IS WHAT YOUR far removed from the protest glory One issue certainly seems to be days of the 60s. Back then, sit-ins accountability on from both the and arrests for protesting against Facebook group perspective as well TAX REFUND COULD “The Man” were badges of honour as the user. In many instances there and a rite of passage but now people is no communication between the LOOK LIKE: can barely pull themselves away group’s creators and its members from their computers for a meal. beyond the group’s description. Alexandra Zaralis Poses in a Photo we Stole from Facebook Of course times have changed but No communication will lead to no Hope for Haiti Telethon with the rise of computers into the action. Blame can also be aimed at 1. What were your general expectations heading some of those ups and downs? What mainstream and even more recently the groups who also never follow Cassandra Sottile live from Haiti and constantly cover of “Hallelujah,” and Sheryl into your first year both academically and have you learned? What would you tell a student that the rise of certain social networking up with members even after a Pop Culture Expert bringing stories of devastation Crow, Kid Rock, and Keith Urban’s socially? is losing confidence? sites should it not be easier to moderately successful rally and If your television was on between and brave hope in equal measure, harmonic version of “Lean On I expected U of T to be difficult, both academically Personally, my ups and downs have been with connect with others and truly evoke this is usually due to the total lack 8 and 10 pm on January 22, 2010, introducing the world to amazing Me.” All the performances can be and socially. Academically, I was right. It takes hard grades. One thing I learned is you cannot let one bad real change in society? of organization within the group you must have been watching the children who lived through eight downloaded from iTunes, which work and dedication to do well. But I was completely mark bring you down and ruin your spirits. You just The responsibility lays in large exemplified by the group’s creation Hope For Haiti Now Telethon, as hours of being trapped in collapsed donates all proceeds to the Haiti wrong in thinking that it would be hard to make have to keep trying and eventually the hours of hard part with the eighteen to fourteen mere days before a proposed rally. it was broadcast on every major buildings while simultaneously fund. friends and get to know people here. I have met work will pay off, even if it may not seem so right year-old demographic, most in This disorganization also leads to no Canadian and American network. allowing viewers to experience In addition to these outstanding so many amazing people so far and I know I will away. post-secondary education or not protests sustained over time which Initiated by George Clooney, the the terror and desperate living performers, over 100 celebrities continue to do so. yet tied down in full time work for is the only way to truly achieve telethon raised more than sixty-one conditions first-hand. volunteered to man the telephone 5. How do you feel you have grown as a person? the long run. This is because at this any sort of change. Any successful million dollars for the Red Cross, Among the heartfelt performances, lines for the two hour special, 2. You have contributed to The Mike this year on I definitely feel more independent and more age, there is the rare combination of protest must be sustained over NEWSPAPERS: Varsity UNICEF, Oxfam America, and few were not noteworthy. However, allowing some callers to possibly many occasions. In what other ways have mature. I have had to take responsibility for so many large amounts of freedom coupled time in order to gain even more many more foundations striving the most inspiring ones were given speak to their celebrity idol while you gotten involved outside of the classroom? Why everyday things I never had to worry about when I with few, if any, responsibilities and credibility and build up an even to help Haiti after the devastating by the great combination of Jay Z, donating. Some notable stars that did you decide to get involved outside of was living at home. It has taught me to grow up. of course the ever present invincible stronger following. Enough public earthquake. Canadian viewers Rihanna, and U2, singing a new attended include Julia Roberts, Brad the classroom? attitude that seems to fade as the pressure will force even the toughest could also see CBC’s one-hour song called “Stranded (Haiti Mon Pitt, Steven Spielberg, Leonardo $ Aside from writing articles for The Mike, I am 6. As a student living on residence at Loretto years go by. organizations to change. special that preceded this on all the Amour)”; Taylor Swift’s cover DiCaprio, Nicole Kidman, Ellen An average refund with us is 1,000. a first-year representative on the Loretto House College this year, talk about your experience living Too often people are content to Ultimately the responsibility lies $ same networks, hosted by George of the Better Than Ezra song, Degeneres, Snoop Dog, Taylor We get you an average of 1,000 on your tax refund, Council. I wanted to get involved so I could meet away from home. How does it differ from living at join a Facebook group and be done with user as they are the people Stroumboulopoulos and Cheryl “Breathless”; Beyonce singing Lautner, Neil Patrick Harris, Ringo so you can do more of what you want to do. Get It Right.SM new people and also because I wanted to make sure home? What is good, bad and ugly about living on with the cause. Where is the fire that that feign their support for the Hickey, which, on its own, raised “Halo” accompanied by Coldplay’s Starr, Reese Witherspoon, and every other first-year in Loretto is having as much residence? once burned in students everywhere cause but never follow through sixteen million dollars. Furthermore, Chris Martin on the piano; and Sacha Baron Cohen, to name a few. Student Tax Prep LIVE AREA: – – TYPE SAFETY: fun x 7.5” 4” TRIM: as – BLEED: IBW am in my first year. I LOVE living in res! One good thing about living that would drive them to not accept with any action. Call it lazy; call Prime Minister Stephen Harper Haiti-native Wyclef Jean’s finale The telethon basically showed $ 95 in res is that you make friends very quickly and you the imperfections of the world? Has it lack of drive or perspective, but stated that every donation made performance that incorporated the power of celebrity status and a 3. To you, what does it mean to be a St. Michael’s can get involved in residence activities. Although a generation given up before life has either way slacktivism is alive and 29 DOCKET/AD#: 09-HRB-067-BW-SE-7 would be matched dollar for dollar Haitian music. Other performers willingness of its 83 million viewers plus FREE SPC Card.* College Student? privacy is very limited and no cafeteria food could even begun? well continuing to grow day by day. by the Canadian government. include Mary J Blige, Alicia Keys, to give. Now, whether they called I feel like I belong to an amazing community. ever beat mom’s home cooking, I am willing to give This acceptance of defeat and If even one time instead of going to Broadcasting live from Los Coldplay, Bruce Springsteen, in for the slightly self-serving Click, call or come over. | hrblock.ca | 800-HRBLOCK Being a part of St. Mike’s has exceeded all my that up for the experiences I have gained and the slacktivism was on full display a that movie or rewatching the trash Angeles, New York, London, and Stevie Wonder, Shakira, Christina purpose of speaking with a celeb or © 2009 H&R Block Canada, Inc. *$29.95 valid for regular student tax preparati on only. expectations. The people are so friendly and the friends I have made living in Loretto. few weeks ago as the Facebook that is Jersey Shore you get off your Haiti, the event combined heartfelt Aguilera, Sting, Jennifer Hudson, because they were genuinely moved Student tax preparati on with Cash Back opti on is $34.95. To qualify for student pricing, events are so much fun. From leg waxes to pizza group “Ontario College Students ass and go that protest, food drive, student must present either (i) a T2202a documenti ng 4 or more months of full-ti me speeches and performances by the Madonna, and Dave Matthews by the tragedy, it is hard to say. In att endance at a college or university during 2009 or (ii) a valid high school identi fi cati on breakfasts, there is always something unique and 7. If you had one message to any prospective Against A Strike” topped 27,000 or other charitable event you will card. Expires July 31, 2010. 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happier. wanted to leave behind when his With such a rise in participation year as president is over, Phil was at SMRC events, it is clear that confident in saying that SMRC has Presidential Parley with something must have changed this always had the ability to play as big Men's Olympic Hockey 101 year. Much of this is due to the or as little a role in residence life as leadership of SMRC president, Phil the council wants it to, and that he Wigmore. Although he often says is proud that this year’s council has the Head of SMRC that the councils’ success is based chosen to live up to his expectations These Ain't the Juniors, Kids Alexandra Dalimonte on how well its members work and give students the council they Dean’s Cup tournaments, a pub game ended in an intense shoot- together, a large amount of it has deserve. Living on residence can Awesome night, and sushi dinner, not to out that kept everyone on the edge to do with Phil’s understanding of sometimes be awkward or lonely Everyone knows about the Dean’s mention the numerous upcoming of their seats. Equally well run, the what each member has to offer. Still, so he is proud that SMRC is able Cup Award and the numerous events that will determine the O’Grady’s event was an amazing all the members know that they can to give people the opportunity to floors events that go on throughout winner of the Dean’s Cup Award. success as SMRC proved its ability count on each other for help, and socialize with both their house the year, giving each house a chance With so many events, Phil had a to throw awesome parties. Not through teamwork, the council is and the numerous other St. Mike to win the Cup at the end of the hard time picking out the ones he is only did they receive an amazing able to ensure that every event is students. year. But what about the council most proud of. In the end he pointed turnout from St. Mike’s residents, run smoothly and efficiently. A lot St. Michael’s Residents Council behind the tournaments? In the to three different events that SMRC but numerous commuters were was done this year to join SMRC has changed a lot this year and has past, SMRC has just been another ran this year: Dean’s Cup Soccer, excited to join, bringing the college with other St. Mike’s councils, like become a council that students can council that many St. Mike’s O’Grady’s Pub Night, and Dean’s together. Participation doubled Athletics and UTICA, which has be proud of. We cannot wait to see residents have overlooked. This Cup Pool. The soccer tournament, at this year’s Pool Tournament, as never really been done by SMRC who wins the Dean’s Cup Award year Phil Wigmore and the SMRC held at a different field then previous both competitors and students just in the past. With all these changes, and can only wish good luck to the council members have done a lot to years, had a great turnout and many looking to have fun were anxious SMRC has grown and is no longer future SMRC council. change the way SMRC is viewed in house’s participation points soared. to play. Between food, music, and another council that can be easily the eyes of the student body. With the luck of good weather, the pool, there was a line up to get in, overlooked. So far SMRC has held numerous tournament ran smooth, and the and SMRC could not have been When asked about what he

Stefan Slovak SPORTS Puck Junkie With the 2010 Winter Olympics in Vancouver just weeks away, the whole country is a buzz with excitement over what is to come. Much of that buzz is aimed at what is sure to be the big draw in Vancouver, the men’s ice hockey tournament. No matter how dynamic and exciting each and every one of the other events in Vancouver may be, hockey is what everyone is talking Predictable Doesn't Win about. So to cater this undying need for hockey found across this nation, here is The Mike’s preview of the 2010 Men’s Ice Hockey Tournament. Mel Tarsitano much in 09, turning America’s sport you really think the Jets would make One of the biggest days into North America’s sport. it as far as they did? I think Burke in sports is less than a week away. You can guess, but you never got the hint on Sunday afternoon TEAM CANADA – O Canada! What more can be said about this team? The announcement TEAM RUSSIA – Ovechkin, Kovalchuk and Malkin: not only are they the three best players It is not the Stanley Cup game or really know in football. The plays cleaning house and giving Leaf fans of this roster was arguably the most contentious and anticipated announcement in the history on this team, as well as three of the best in the world, they are Russia’s top line in Vancouver. the French Open… it is Superbowl are constantly changing, unless you (and Leaf haters) reasons to stay of Hockey Canada. The expectations for this team are astronomical, with the Olympics being This high powered Russian offense has all the potential to win gold, with some even giving Sunday. If you do not like football, are the Buffalo Bills; their plays tuned and possibly watch the blue on home turf, Canada being the first nation of hockey and a dismal 7th place finish in 2006 them the edge over Canada. No on will question the Russians ability to score, but where this you can argue that it is not the are predictable and lousy but they and white NOT finish dead last in in Torino. team is sorely lacking is in defense. Andrei Markov and Sergei Gonchar will anchor the back biggest day in sports, but you would are working on it so have faith. In the NHL. Woo. Hockey Canada hit the reset button bringing in Steve Yzerman to assemble a squad that would line, but it will take a perfect effort from goaltender Evgeni Nabokov to ensure success in be arguing with about 150 million regards to the media, quarterbacks Nowadays, the chances of you make this nation proud, and win it the only medal Canadians were interested in: gold. So what Vancouver. people who will be tuning in on make their way into the news as seeing someone at the mall wearing makes this team tick, what is the key to Canada winning on home turf? To be blunt, Canada February 7th and the rest of North well; it may not be for sleeping a Tom Brady jersey are more likely has assembled a roster that on paper is second to none. Each and every position is filled with TEAM SLOVAKIA – This tiny nation of five million will send two of the most lethal America who have watched every with multiple women, more like than coming across someone with All-Star caliber players, so the expectation is high everywhere. However there are certain areas offensive weapons in hockey to the games in Marian Gaborik and Marian Hossa. They will Sunday and Monday, breaking Pro- sleeping with Jessica Simpson & a Sundin jersey on, and that is not Canada must excel at to win gold in February. First and foremost is goaltending, where Martin also send last years Norris Trophy winner Zdeno Chara and the budding young net minder Line records bringing pool payouts Carrie Underwood, but still media because he left the Leafs… well, Brodeur will be looked to, to backstop Canada. Brodeur has the ability to steal the tournament, Jaroslav Halak. The key to their success will be the effectiveness of their secondary scoring close to eight hundred thousand attention is no different. maybe it is. Regardless, people are and he may very well do that come Vancouver. The other position where Canada must excel at which will be lead by the returning Zigmund Palffy. After defeating Russia, Sweden and the dollars a week. Odds aside, it is This recent craze for football still interested in other sports, just is defense. On paper, Canada has the best backline in the tournament, and they need to be the USA in 2006, the Slovaks will be looking to improve on their 5th place finish. amazing how the NFL not only can stem from anywhere; but I more interested in football. I am not best at the Olympic Games to win. If Canada can get solid goaltending and each and every dominated the United States, but “bet” it is the distinctiveness of bashing hockey or soccer but the defenseman can play to their potential, then Canada has a winning formula. TEAM CZECH REPUBLIC – Gold medalists in 1998, they will have to rely on the recent Canada too. every game and unexpected twists level of intensity and excitement in success of Tomas Vokoun, who has emerged as statistically one of the top five goalies in the You could never say that that keep people coming back week a four quarter, three hour game that TEAM USA – American coach Ron Wilson (who plies his trade down at the ACC coaching NHL. This team lacks star power, with the biggest name being Jaromir Jagr who plies his trade football will ever take precedent over after week. I never thought I would can change in two minutes, makes the Leafs) recently said that Uncle Sam’s boys would not need a miracle on ice to win in in the rather remote city of Omsk, Russia (a day’s drive from the border with Kazakhstan). Hockey in this cold, puck-loving skip or tape a soccer game because for one hell of a Sunday afternoon Vancouver. Coach Wilson couldn’t have been more right. The American roster announced in Each and every player on this team will have to elevate their game for the Czechs to succeed country, but after this past NFL I wouldd rather watch football on a and everyone, not just American’s, front of 40000 people at Fenway Park in Boston, is loaded with youth and talent that make in Vancouver. season – never say never. Excessive Sunday afternoon, but it is getting are starting to see that. this team the dark horse to win the gold. politics in soccer, dreams crushed in difficult to watch the same teams do Let the Superbowl countdown This American team will find its greatest strengths in goaltending, and in their forward lines. TEAM LATVIA – Unfortunately the Latvians have found themselves in the group of death hockey (still Be-leaf ), no fans at the the same thing, week after week – commence! Chill your beer, get Ryan Miller of the Buffalo Sabers has been the best goalie in the NHL this season, single- with the Russians, Czechs and Slovaks. With Arturs Irbe but a distant memory for this tiny Jays, and the CFL; the competition you knew Inter would be at the top your game face on, and get ready to handedly carrying the Sabers to a tie for first place in the east. Bringing this kind of a hot Baltic state, any expectations of escaping the group stage are a long shot. – if you can call it that – was not of the table after week eight but did chant, “WHO DAT!” streak to Vancouver can take the Americans very deep in the tournament. Should he falter or succumb to injury, he has Boston net minder Tim Thomas breathing down his neck for the TEAM SWEDEN – Considered by many to be a favourite to take a medal, the defending starting spot. gold medalists will come to Vancouver without Mats Sundin, Markus Naslund or a very On forward the Americans have youth a plenty. The average age of their projected first line disgruntled Mikael Samuelson. What they will arrive with is a pair of Sedin twins, who have Torrid Trades in Toronto of Patrick Kane, Phil Kessel and Zach Parise is a shocking 22 years of age. With other young spent the season proving that Sedin is not Swedish for, “punch me,” but rather, “unstoppable.” players like Paul Stastny and Bobby Ryan able to fill in on that top line, Team USA should have While goaltending was not seen as a problem leading up to the games, Henrik Lunqvist has Liam-Thierry Hilgendorf a perfect balance of youth and skill up front. Hard work combined with youthful determination been suspect as of late, not performing his potential in New York. He will need to be on his AMAZING Last Name and at this point, if they were to opening up cap room. Phaneuf has could very well see a second miracle on ice, whether Ron Wilson wants one or not. game should Swedes wish to succeed. finish in last with no draft pick, why proven over the years that he is a On Sunday, Toronto Maple Leafs not accumulate sought after players top flight aggressive defenseman; TEAM SWITZERLAND – Switzerland has emerged onto the international ice hockey TEAM FINLAND – The returning silver medalists from 2006, Finland will have something GM Brian Burke pulled the trigger like Phaneuf and Giguere? reasons as to why he was not scene as a team that was born to upset their opponents. In 2006, Switzerland shocked the they did not four years ago: Mikka Kiprusoff. He will be looked to, to bear much of the load on a few major acquisitions for the Phaneuf, a 1st line defenseman, playing well can also be attributed world when they defeated Team Canada and the Czech Republic. for the Scandinavians. The offense prowess of Teemu Selane and other will certainly help this beloved (and I use this term loosely) is having a slump, not making to Calgary coaching staff the Sutter. Jonas Hiller of the Anaheim Ducks will be looked to, to backstop this team in 2010. His team to succeed. Leafs. the Canadian roster cut and only Watching any Calgary, game I only fellow NHLer on the squad is defender Mark Streit of the New York Islanders, with the Dion Phaneuf, forward Fredrik accumulating twenty-two points in feel sorry for the players Sutter is the struggling defenseman needs. Toronto has put themselves in remainder of the players flocking to Vancouver from the Swiss National League. Boasting a TEAM GERMANY – Germany has always underachieved as a hockey nation, but they Sjostrom, and defenseman Keith fifty-five games. At first, many asked somewhat of a psychopath. During Giguere is another interesting move, a position of re-tooling, not one Canadian coach, this Swiss team will be anything but neutral in Vancouver. managed to get their international ranking as high as 12th, just qualifying for the tournaments Aulie from the Calgary Flames why Toronto would trade away their the slump that Calgary faced in the however; one that does make sense. of overhauling. These trades are final spot. The biggest name on this squad is Marco Sturm, who will be joined a handful of and Jean-Sebastien Giguere from “goal scorers” for a defensemen and month of January, Sutter believed Giguere and Burke won a Stanley significant. However, I still doubt other NHLers. The bulk of this team plays in Germany and lacks top flight experience, which the Ducks for Jason Blake and Vesa prospects. Furthermore, why would that working harder and doing the cup with Anaheim in 2007 and that the leafs will make the playoffs, TEAM NORWAY – It would be hard pressed to find a team in this tournament with greater will impede their ability to compete with top teams in Vancouver. Toskala… At first, this trade looked Toronto trade away this many same thing would help his team Giguere’s goaltending coach is a but with no first round draft picks odds stacked against it than Norway. Not having competed in the Olympic Ice Hockey to be one of mystery: why Toronto players? win repetition on the same action part of the Toronto Maple Leafs for two years, what do they have to Tournament since 1994, the Norwegians get thrown to the dogs opening up against Team TEAM BELARUS – If you love Mikhail Grabovski, or anyone with the surname Kostitsyin, would trade away Stajan, Hagman, With the departure of White, over and over again. With Mike coaching staff. Giguere has also put lose? Canada on February 16. Coach Petter Salsten admits that the people’s expectations of his then this is you team! Belarus has always managed to leave their mark famously defeating Mayers. White, Blake and Toskala? Stajan, Mayers, Blake and Toskala, Keenan behind the bench, Phaneuf up excellent numbers over the years team are poor, but feels that strong team effort can be the key to having a respectful outting Sweden in 2002 in Salt Lake City. While there are no major expectations, the White Russians Reasoning behind this trade is Toronto now opens its doors for an excelled as a player and now a - 477 games played, 214 wins, 177 in Vancouver. are not to be written off as a team that can be walked over. simple: the team is not doing well end of season free agent market by change of scenery might be what losses and 25 ties. 12 THE MIKE SPORTS FEBRUARY 2, 2010 Champions League: Round of 16 Preview Sasha Kalra Ultimate Fanboy have a tough task ahead of him and for Inter Van Persie. Porto aren’t doing well in the the open field and his set-piece delivery is to win, Samuel Eto’o and Diego Milito need league and this could result in them taking renowned. Olympiacos will most likely be FC Barcelona vs. VfB Stuttgart to be at their devastating best, but Chelsea this encounter more seriously, but I eliminated by Blanc’s well-disciplined The easiest matchup to predict. The current will win this tie. cannot see anything other than team. holders will be confident of progressing against Winner- Chelsea FC an Arsenal win. Winner- FC Girondins German opposition, having dispatched Bayern Star Men- Samuel Eto’o, John Terry Winner- Arsenal FC de Bordeaux Munich 5-1 in last years competition. Players to watch out for- Mario Balotelli, Star Men- Hulk, Cesc Star Men- Yoann Winner- FC Barcelona Nicolas Anelka Fabregas Gourcuff, Cristian Star Men- Lionel Messi, Aleksandr Hleb Players to watch Ledesma Players to watch out for- Pedro Rodriguez, AC Milan vs. Manchester United FC out for- Raul Player to Pavel Pogrebnyak David Beckham will play his old club for the Meireles, Andrei watch out for- first time, and after finding success hard to Arshavin Marouane Olympique Lyonnais vs. Real Madrid CF come by since leaving England for Spain he Chamakh, After a makeover that saw the likes of Cristiano will be motivated to make a good shift. Rookie ACF Fiorentina Diogo Ronaldo, Kaka, Xabi Alonso and former Lyon gaffer Leonardo has employed a 4-3-3 with vs. FC Bayern star-man Karim Benzema join the club, Real Pato, Boriello and a rejuvenated Ronaldinho Munich Sevilla Madrid is determined to make it to the final providing a skilful front 3. This is one of the Fiorentina vs. CSKA at their very own Santiago Bernabeau. Lyon harder ties to predict as it could go either way. surprised most fans Moscow exited this competition at this stage last year United have changed their style since the when they won their Tipped as and it is safe to say that they will be usurped departure of Ronaldo and Wayne Rooney has qualifying group with darkhorses by pundits by a hungry Madrid team. been in imperious form this campaign. flair as Vargas, Gilardino, and fans, Sevilla will Winner- Real Madrid CF Fergie’s experience should be and Jovetic tore apart be keen to atone for their Star Men- Lissandro Lopez, just enough to lead the Red Liverpool in both games. Bayern disappointing Liga campaign Cristiano Ronaldo Devils past Leonardo’s Munich saved the best for last as an emphatic by making way in the European Cup. Players to watch Rossoneri. 4-1 victory on matchday 6 over Juventus saw Moscow finished nd2 in their group ahead of out for- Jeremy Winner- them progress as runners up. Wing wizards German champions, Wolfsburg and will be Toulalan, Gonzalo Manchester United Ribery, Robben, and Schweinsteiger are confident of upsetting the Andalucians. Luis Higuain FC dangerous when playing crosses and cutting Fabiano and Milo Krasic have both been at Star Men- into the middle to feed the likes of Klose and the center of many transfer rumours, as bigger Internazionale Ronaldinho, Gomez. This match could go either way but I clubs are keen to secure their services, and they Milan vs. Wayne Rooney am going with the impressive Viola. serve as the focal point of their respective teams Chelsea FC Players to watch Winner- ACF Fiorentina chances in this tie. The artificial turf in cold Jose Mourinho out for- David Star Men- Alberto Gilardino, Franck Moscow will be tough for the Spaniards, but will return to his old Beckham, Antonio Ribery look for them to go through. stomping grounds in Valencia Players to watch out for- Stevan Jovetic, Winner- Sevilla an attempt to guide Thomas Muller Star Men- Luis Fabiano, Igor Akinfeev Inter to the quarterfinals. FC Porto vs. Arsenal Players to watch out for- Alvaro Negredo, Inter’s record against FC FC Girondins de Bordeaux vs. Olympiacos Milos Krasic English teams is poor as they Porto are once again drawn FC have crashed out of the competition against English opposition, and Laurent Blanc guided a young, gifted Bordeaux Like what you see? Check out my blog and to Manchester United and Liverpool the they will come up against a deceptively team to top spot in a group that included leave me your comments and feedback at previous two years. Carlo Ancelotti’s diamond experienced Arsenal squad. Cesc Fabregas has heavyweights Bayern and Juventus. The http://fanboyanonymous.weebly.com/ formation has paid dividends and their squad been in the form of his life, and has stepped talisman of the squad, former Milan maestro is looking better than ever. Mourinho will up to fill the scoring burden left by the injured Yoann Gourcuff is practically unplayable in No Golden Six-Pack Sofia Rizzo Centre did not cheer, wave signs, Team USA can attest to those facts. Hockey Expert and wear their Canadian jerseys for Despite winning the silver medal, nothing. Eberle’s performance was golden Despite overcoming a two-goal and showcases to the world the type deficit late in the third period, a A year makes a difference of players the Great White North jaw dropping performance from It is clear that returning competitor produces. Jordan Eberle, and unwavering Stefan Della Rovere has improved Teammate Nazeem Kadri told support from all in attendance at the quality of his play, in a very short the media that Eberle is “definitely the Credit Union Centre, Canada time. When Della Rovere took to an unsung hero. When push came could not seal the deal. The Red and the ice this year, he commanded the to shove he got us a goal.” White, who played with heart and blue line, assumed a leadership role Much to Eberle’s delight, he determination, accepted the silver for his line, and was a key difference is no longer an unsung hero but medal after John Carlson’s short- maker for the Canadians. His speed, a celebrated one. Regina mayor side goal at 4:21 of the added period. agility, strength, and ability to make Pat Fiacco proclaimed a “Jordan It was a goal that even Carlson smart plays with the drop of a hat Eberle and Colten Teubert Day”— himself described as “a little lucky.” speaks to how important it is for acknowledging the contributions A little lucky indeed. Given the young Canadian to perfect his of both assistant captains. Said the tension and media frenzy craft. While Della Rovere’s efforts Fiacco, “these young athletes are surrounding the match-up, no last year were impressive, this year role models young people can look one would have guessed it would he was sensational. Practice makes up to.” conclude in the way it did. Both perfect! Good to know Canada always teams fought to the finish and, finds ways to sing the praises of regardless of the outcome, should Give me an E-B-E-R-L-E young hockey talent. receive a hero’s welcome and The high quality performance celebration. and maturity of Saskatchewan Come to Canada, where hockey is Wasn't this supposed to be Canada's game? As far as the World Junior native Jordan Eberle surprises no great Championship is concerned, one, certainly not head coach Willie Team USA may have left the hockey system, further stressing And lastly… Canada’s favourite colour is gold. Desjardins. A force on the Canadian Credit Union Centre with the gold the dominant role Canada plays in Finally there is a good reason to This is no secret or surprise. roster last year, Eberle once again medals, but make no mistake, a good hockey. visit Buffalo next year, we all know However, one shouldn’t discount proved he is among Canada’s number of those players discovered Moreover, American head coach one was coming eventually…right? the efforts of the roster based on young star players. Showered with and cultivated their skills north of Dean Blais stated that he designed that fact. Rest assured, this hockey media attention, praise, and this the border. Three forwards and two his roster to emulate the grit, Gold or no gold, Canada is still fan still raised a glass, managed to year’s MVP title, Eberble is indeed defensemen are registered with spirit, and heart Canadian clubs the authority on hockey. This great smile, and is a proud Canadian. deserving. He is a goal scorer, has Canadian hockey clubs, including encompass. Commented Blais, “it nation knows the game better than Having said that, there are many a strong physical presence, and the Winsor Spitfires, London was no accident Canada has won any other. Congratulate, celebrate, high notes from this year’s race for works best under pressure. Anyone Knights, Kitchener Rangers, and five gold medals in a row at this and be proud of your Canadian gold in Saskatchewan. After all, who tuned into the New Year’s Eve Quebec Remparts. These teenagers tournament. I know all about the IIHF team. After all, that is the the audience at the Credit Union contest between Team Canada and are products of the Canadian Canadian game.” Canadian thing to do.