PUBLISHER: T. HURLEY M. WORKMAN Sabre Trooth

FORMATTER: S. STEWART

Inside this issue:

Meet “Mr. Bevison” 1 Exams: They’re Not 1 Volume VII, Issue II Wednesday, January 28th, 2014 So Bad, We Promise! Roses are Red, Violets 2 are Blue Meet “Mr. Bevison”

Hot Diggity Dog! 2 We have all been a new As students, we are al- Who Is Justin 3 student starting high school ways excited to see fresh Trudeau? and we all know that it can faces in the faculty and these The Unbearable Light- 4 be overwhelming. Being a two are no exception. So, ness of Life new teacher starting a job at what is it really like to be a Choice Cuts 6 high school is the exact new teacher here at Suther- same . land? We thought we’d go Psychedelic War 7 and find out. Game Red Dragon Imagine walking into a new class; students crowd ST (Sabre Trooth): How The Road to the Super 8 your desk, staring you down long had you been teaching Bowl and asking millions of ques- before you came to Suther- Canada Crowned 10 tions. Imagine walking Gold at World Junior land? through the halls knowing Mr. N (Mr. Nevison): Ooo The new cool kid on the block The Puppeteer 10 everyone has an expectation actually , ten years ago I Mr. N: Ah, great question! of what you have to accom- taught in California, then It’s difficult. Since the former Horoscopes 11 plish. This experience is moved into the corporate teacher, Ms. Ireland, had something Mr. Nevison and world and Sutherland be- Games 12 been here for a while, I Mr. Bevis (We like to call came full-time work. wanted to respect the legacy this dynamic duo Mr. she left behind but also cre- Bevison, ha ha ha…) have ST: What was it like taking ate my own program in my both tackled in the past year. over for a teacher who left a own classes. Also, I met Ms. legacy behind? (continued on pg. 3) Exams: They’re Not So Bad, We Promise!

It’s time to buckle down. Provincials? No biggy. Finals? Exams are on their way and Whatever. Grade 11s might they’re coming head-strong! be thinking the same but It’s exciting to think that in what about the rookie only two weeks we will all Grade 8’s who have never be sitting back, catching up been in an exam environ- on TV shows, hanging out ment or the Grade 10s who with friends and enjoying the will be writing their first Pro- 5 day long weekend without vincials? a single academic worry in the back of our minds. But, This next week will be a we’re not there yet. trying one. Lots of blood, sweat and tears will be shed As a Grade 12, you’ve been over long nights memorizing It’s time to cram. here, you know the drill. facts that you may never (continued on pg. 4) Page 2 Sabre Trooth

Roses are Red, Violets are Blue

Roses are red, Violets are blue. Feb 14th is right around the corner, For those who think they will be a loner, There are plenty of fish in the sea, Patience is definitely the key To finding a perfect fish Just like a chef cooking a dish. Organize a date with a friend Don't just stay home and watch Dragon's Den. Go see a movie or go out for dinner. Don't just stay home and feel bitter. Valentines only comes once a year, So you might as well cry happy tears. This day isn't about all those couples, Or figure skating doubles Don’t be alone this Valentine’s Day; spend time with friends. Wikipedia says its about affection and love. So tell those who matter that you care even if you have a cough, Cause they're someone special and you don't want them to leave. Don't blow it like the Toronto Maple Leafs.

- John Leung

Hot Diggity Dog!

Everyone knows about hotdogs on Thursdays, but do you know the story behind it? Selling hotdogs started over 25 years ago, back in the former school. Hotdog day was created to raise money for the Special Ed students, and was such a success that the tradition carries on today.

You’ve probably seen a tall guy with golden locks walking around the school and smiling at every passer-byer in the hall; that’s Scott. He now works with the Special Ed students, but a long time ago he was a student at Sutherland, and even then he was volunteering with the Thursday hot dogs.

The money raised goes to the Special Ed department and is used for field trips and to buy any supplies they need. Scott, with the help of several stu- dents, continues to sell hotdogs every Thursday. They are out there rain or shine. One day they were even selling hotdogs when it was -15 degrees C and the wind was blowing their tent away.

Hotdogs are only three dollars with all the toppings included, and I promise that they will be the best hotdogs you ever eat. S, this Thursday head down Scott selling hotdogs on Thursday with a to the cafeteria and go and buy a hotdog! past student

- Jessica Steward Volume VII, Issue II Page 3

Who is Justin Trudeau?

Many people have heard of ah, who has taken the Pierre Trudeau, Canada’s suave, bruised and battered debonair, Prime Minister of the Liberal brand and given 70s and early 80s. A Liberal, in the it new life. As if by great tradition of Laurier, King, prophesy, the eldest and Pearson, he held power in son of the arguably the Canada for nearly 15 years, and greatest Liberal in his- his administration spanned three tory has appeared on separate decades. Canadians as a stage to rescue the whole seem to have a love/hate political dynasty that There are very high expectation of Justin Trudeau. T’s almost th relationship with our 15 Prime once dominated Cana- time to see if he can deliver. Minister. Some see him as a true da. It’s all rather ro- patriot, who defeated Quebec mantic. But how can one man do tive youth, charisma and intelligence, Separatism, and brought our Con- so much, and why do so many “Seems to have descended from stitution home. Others, far less have deep misgivings, or even out- Mount Olympus.” Yes, many feel flatteringly, view him as an arro- right dislike for someone so new that way, especially those who were gant, narcissist, with little interest to the political stage. The answer already aligned with his party. Be- in anything but power and its ex- is pretty complex, but to fully ana- cause, as unfortunate as it is, appear- ercise. With such polarized opin- lyze his impact, we must look at ance, visuals, and perception matter. ions, its little surprise that his son how he has been able to achieve has begun to ignite the same divi- so much with so little, in such a The man is young, and like his sion among the populace. small amount of time. father, possesses a natural energy, - John Leung and charisma. To many, he has en- Justin Trudeau is young for a The first is a very shallow rea- tered the political arena as a breath politician, just 43, and even young- son, one that in a true democracy of fresh air, a political arena that er for a man seemingly poised to should not matter. That of appear- many Canadians simply wrote off as win the next General Election. To ance. In the words of one CBC a stomping ground for old men. This many among the Liberal Party, he news reporter, compared to his difference excites Canadians, for is the long awaited political messi- rivals, Justin Trudeau, with his rela- they see a young man with a famous

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Meet “Mr. Bevison” continued

Ireland before she left and she was nervous about arriving because I Mr. N: I think I would enjoy the very warm and welcoming. She was didn’t know what to expect from tight-knit community. My school had willing to share all of her infor- the student body or the staff, but 1400 students in just grades 11 and mation and resources with me. She things turned out well. 12 and I certainly didn’t know every- did’t once feel like her legacy would one. be tarnished. ST: Compared to other schools, ST: Any other concluding com- what do you like most about Suth- ST: Did you fnd the students at erland? ments? Mr. N: Come by my class to talk Sutherland welcoming? Mr. N: Other than the awesome Mr. N: Very much so! Of all the student body and staff, I would say business! schools that I have spent time in, hotdogs on Thursdays. I also really Sutherland has a special vibe and a like the semester system because I Stay tuned in to the Sabre Trooth because next month we interview great community. get to see my students everyday. Mr. Bevis! ST: How were the teachers when ST: If you were a student again, you first arrived? what would your perception of Mr. N: Also very welcoming! I was Sutherland be? - Levi Sinclair and Haily Rutherford Page 4 Sabre Trooth

The Unbearable Lightness of Life

Maybe it’s my generation’s fault. would never be used again, it was Lately, it always seems to be that comforting having them as an op- “Big cities become way: the exacerbated obesity, the tion. Leaving our options open, young professional’s inability to ironically, is an imperative. bigger; they offer concentrate, the empty relation- ships. Whether that it is the reason Before this became a family more chances and or not, I just discovered a new per- issue, I realized that it’s also a glob- sonality trait in myself: I’m unable al tendency. Big cities become big- foster the dreams to make definitive decisions. I real- ger: they offer more chances and ized that when opening a website foster the dreams of everyone of everyone…” on my cellphone that needed a from secretaries to movies stars. password, three options showed Boring and grey jobs are quitted up: “save this password”, “never more easily. Sabbaticals are more for this website" or “not now”. and more common. Lots of people However, in my defense, there is are graduated in three different something magical, almost sublime, In the past I have always chosen courses, without any apparent con- in possibilities. Leave home without “not now”. It seems impossible to nection between them. Daily and knowing what is going to happen. choose something so definitive. At globally, humanity walks without Think and change ideas, change the same time that I don’t want my deciding. paths, change life. If we live a draw- special password saved, I neither ing, we can live several lives in one. want to lose the opportunity to Sure, maybe it’s better to be The permanent pen restricts, while save it, even if I never do. Then, I more determined. Don’t look back. the pencil and the rubber create realized that my family is like this as Follow a path, being sure that it mistake and change. That way, with well. could not be different. Choose that lightness, we can change a pass- with resolution, don’t look twice word smoothly, dream without We never throw away anything; to the other hand. Live straight. I compromises and live with no re- not even a useless terminal bottle, believe that is what some would grets. For now, I keep choosing “not nor a ragged ballerina. Even if they call, resigned destiny. now”. - Bia Weimert

Exams: They’re Not So Bad, We Promise! continued

need to use again, paper cuts from you any good. It’s best to prepare have probably been telling you that it all the cue cards, and the countless your body and rest your mind. is the most important meal of the day. If there is a good time to listen energy drinks. The last thing that you want to happen is let your mind drift off to them, it is now. A grumbling into oblivion or have to worry stomach might make for a good topic Despite general belief, exams, about sore shoulders and arms on an English essay but you’d be tak- whether provincials or finals, aren’t like led as you sit down to write ing a gamble with the prompt. The as daunting as they might seem. for a couple hours. Studies show best thing to do is eat a decent Here at the Sabre Trooth, we bring that getting between zero and amount of food that covers the vari- to you, our lovely readers, some five hours of sleep requires you ous food groups. This way there tips on how to ace the seemingly to study for 2x longer to get the won’t be any annoying distractions devastating doom that waits. Really, same effect than if you were to (apart from the pencil tapper next to you… we know who you are…) it’s not that bad. We promise! have gotten between six and Breakfast is also an incredibly im- eight hours of sleep. portant factor in your health. If you 1) Get a good night sleep. don’t eat within thirty minutes of Cramming, at this point, won’t do 2) Breakfast! Your parents (continued on pg. 5) Volume VII, Issue II Page 5

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waking up, your body goes into break to babble off about whatev- starvation mode, and stores all of er you fancy. If you’re studying the food that you eat for the rest of alone, keep the same interval sys- the day is stored as fat, rather than tem but use flash cards and mix the nutrients from your food going them up or turn them around. to the places that they’re needed. A Another thing that works well is healthy body equals a healthy mind! writing down on paper important facts, or rewriting your notes from class. It’s scientifically proven that 3) Study. Obvious but very im- writing down facts on paper will portant. You need to study the commit the information to your right way. Confusing? We thought brain faster, and more effectively so. By right we are talking about than typing it! getting a study buddy or a group together and keeping focused. Try taking a break for ten minutes, eve- We hope that this helps and ry forty-five minute study session. we wish you the best of luck. This way you can break up your Students in the library are studying hard for study blocks and use the ten minute their exams. - Anonymous

Who is Justin Trudeau? continued

“If everyone was last name come to Ottawa and very passionate responses from Let’s face it, after 9 years of attempt to make a positive change attackingmany people. A him, lot of hethe time, Tory rule, Canada is tired of it. to how politics is done. Canadians people either dismiss Justin be- Tired of the Government stone- like that idea. wouldcause eitherfight a) backthey disliked and his walling the media, deflecting any questions, destroying our standing - Bia Weimert father, or b) they feel he has never actuallytwice worked as hard.” for anything be- on the world stage and doing The second point now pre- many other less reputable things. sents itself, which is his last name. cause of the family he was born into. The Liberals have been able to Yes, even Liberals like myself have capitalize on the population’s ex-

to admit, Justin Smith would have asperation with the Government, likely not made it to where Justin The third reason is actually and distrust of the New Demo- Trudeau has gotten. The name beyond the control of anyone crats to present themselves as the gives him a spotlight, a dose of within the Liberal Party. That be- celebrity. But to simply dismiss ing, our current Conservative Gov- him off hand as being totally built ernment. Stephen Harper has de- by his name would be highly igno- voted much of his political life to rant. the systematic dismantling of the Liberal brand, and the threads they wove into Canada. He seemingly In his recent book, Trudeau accomplished his task in 2011, revealed that his name actually was when the Liberals were nearly a reason he almost didn’t go into wiped out in that year’s election. politics, because of this perception Now, the cruel irony is just as of riding on his father’s coat tails. Harper has savored his majority The name can even be an outright and his victory over the Liberals, hindrance. Trudeau Sr. was hardly here comes a young man about to a saint, and even today evokes undo all his hard work. Trudeau could be a youthful fresh face on Parliament Hill. (continued on pg. 9) Page 6 Sabre Trooth

Choice Cuts Thanks to the internet, we have XTC – Making Plans for Nigel so much music available at the click From the album Drums and of a mouse or the touch of a screen Wires that it can be overwhelming at times. Don’t worry though; with this column, you’ll never have to XTC were a British new wave worry about what to listen to ever band formed in 1976 by Colin Mould- again. Self-proclaimed music expert ing, Terry Chambers, and Andy Par- Sean Beaudoin brings you four tridge. Their first influences were tracks that you may or may not glam rock bands such as the New have heard before as well as some York Dolls and Roxy Music, but with Cashmere Cat similar artists, hopefully introducing the emergence of the post-punk you to something you’ll enjoy! movement in the late 1970s, XTC’s music changed to fit the new style. From the start, XTC had a strong pop Cashmere Cat –Mirror Maru. sensibility, and Moulding and Partridge From the EP Mirror Maru were two of the finest songwriters in the game. In particular, Making Plans for Nigel, off their third album, Drums Cashmere Cat, real name Mag- and Wires, is one of Moulding’s best nus Høiberg, is a producer and DJ pieces of work. Although some of the from Norway. His first experience production techniques may seem a bit on the world music stage was when dated to today’s listeners, melodically, he represented his home country at the song is still just as great as it was the DMC World DJ Championships XTC 35 years ago. In addition, the song’s from 2006-2009. However, his real lyrics about overbearing parents push- musical breakthrough came in 2012, ing their child down a career path he with the release of his debut EP as isn’t necessarily interested in have Cashmere Car, Mirror Maru. This never been more relevant. release caught the attention of elec- tronic music notables such as Hud- son Mohawke and Rustie, and soon If you liked this, check out these Cashmere Cat was producing songs artists: Gang of Four, Talk Talk, New for the likes of Ariana Grande and Order Tinashe. This track, the first song and title track off Mirror Maru, is a prime example of his ultra-smooth, Robert Wyatt – Shipbuilding Robert Wyatt futuristic blend of trap and elec- tronica. The aurally pleasant piano From the album Nothing Can chords and acoustic drum sounds Stop Us meld perfectly with the stacked, clattering hi-hats and pitch-shifted vocal samples, creating a unique Robert Wyatt, born in Britain in blend of the whimsical and the aus- 1945, is one of the most revered fig- tere. ures in the avant-garde rock scene. His first major musical experience was as the drummer in the legendary If you liked this, check out these British progressive rock band Soft artists: Ryan Hemsworth, Yung Machine. Unfortunately, a fall from a Gud, XXYYXX fourth floor window while inebriated Rae Sremmurd paralyzed Wyatt from the waist

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Psychedelic War Game Red Dragon

I made an act of acquiring the general, in the real armed forces, had made contact with the enemy, game War-game Red Dragon over would I be making the right deci- stopping the enemy attack of about the weekend, and played it with a sion? Before, whenever I had lost a 40 infantry and 4 APC’s, took one few friends. WRD, as it shall now be unit, I grieved for the loss of fighting casualty. This resulted in further referred to as, is a real time strategy potential, and the point value, but thinking. Am I, Sean Schofield, really game where you command a group not the crew, or their families. taking the time needed to think of of people instead of just one player. the action that just took place, and In this case, I had a US Airborne By then, my Delta force teams the results? Division, during a hypothetical con- flict between NATO and the War- saw pact.

With the start of the match, I deployed my forces accordingly: infantry to the towns, supply heli- copters to the supply dumps, and Special Forces behind the enemy lines. As soon as my two squads of delta force got dropped off behind enemy lines by two chinook transport helicopters, a thought en- tered my mind. Am I doing the right thing? I thought to myself, if I were a - Social Justice (continued on pg. 8)

Choice Cuts continued down, which ended his career as a If you liked this, check out these After the massive success of this song, rock drummer. This setback didn’t artists: Yes, Caravan, Richard and the brothers followed up with another stop Wyatt though; when he recov- Linda Thompson. hit single, No Type, also produced by ered from his injuries, he promptly Mike Will Made It. No Type is charac- embarked on his solo career. His teristic of Rae Sremmurd’s unique Rae Sremmurd – No Type. most famous solo album, Rock Bot- style, with a sparse beat consisting tom, is acclaimed by many critics as From the single No Type almost exclusively of sub-bass kick one of the greatest albums of all drums and distorted piano chords and time, and subsequent albums have Rae Sremmurd is an American lyrics which are mostly about attrac- all garnered critical acclaim. In the hip hop duo from Tupelo, Missouri tive females, recreational drug use, and mid-1980s, Wyatt released Nothing composed of brothers Swae Lee and money. These often-cliché topics are Can Stop Us, a collection of politi- Slim Jimmy. Coming from a troubled made fresh by Swae Lee and Slim Jim- cal cover songs which reflected his background where they were often my’s high-pitched voices and youthful left-wing values. One of the stand- homeless, Lee and Jimmy started charisma, which guarantee that these out tracks on this album is Ship- rapping in 2012 under the name two will have a future in the rap game. building, a jazz-influenced, dirge-like Dem Outta State Boyz. The videos anti-war tune written by Elvis Cos- they had uploaded to social media If you liked this, check out these tello. The sorrow in Wyatt’s voice under this name caught the attention artists: iLoveMakonnen, OG Maco, reinforces the song’s melancholy of Atlanta producer P-Nasty, who lyrics about building boats for a worked with them along with fellow Bobby Shmurda futile war effort and really makes producer Mike Will Made It to rec- for a powerful track. ord their first hit, No Flex Zone.

- Sean Beaudoin Page 8 Sabre Trooth

Psychedelic War Game Red Dragon continued

Upon looking up from my moral lars, it saved my ally, and stopped had just done, and forcing myself to dilemma, I had noticed that my 9 the Chinese advance. Of course, remember that none of this was real. survivors had been overrun, having even this got me thinking, once It was all just a game. caused a further 80 casualties to the more. Chinese attackers. I then thought of 5/5 , made me go deep into my the member’s families, and how, I should have been happy, but I own psyche. Haven’t done that since with St. Valentine’s Day soon upon wasn’t. I stopped the communist I had finals, well done. us, this might be the first holiday that advance, and saved someone’s son or daughter will have my ally. But when I without their father or mother, and looked out, over the that it would be the start of many. fields, littered with Filled with anger, I scanned the map, mangled bodies, the hunting for targets for my personal smell of cordite, vendetta. Targets were aplenty over blood and iron fresh on my allies’ sector, with my friend in the air, the once having been pushed all the way to beautiful plains lit- the back of the map. Fashion, I or- tered with the rust- dered my one, extremely advanced ed out hulks of once Attack Helicopter in, guns blazing. proud armoured An Ah-64D, at 65 million USD a vehicles, stopped. piece, armed with up to 16 AGM- Revolted, I realized 114 Hellfire missiles, (100,000$ that this was my do- each), as well as a 30mm grenade ing. I turned my launcher, was the best unit money game off, before sit- could buy. And while many would ting there quietly consider it a gross waste of Tax Dol- contemplating what I - Sean Schofield

The Road to the Super Bowl

12 teams. 11 games. 4 rounds. 1 in NFL history! The Patriots won 35- ry. The second was when the refs champion. This is the NFL playoffs 31 in the thriller, good on you Tom. overturned the catch by Dez Bryant and the road to the Super Bowl. on 4th and 2. This turned out to be There is no lack of excitement in the 2. Andrew Luck led the Indianapolis the last play for the Cowboy’s of- win-or-go-home NFL playoffs, and Colts to an upset against Peyton fence in the season and Green Bay we’ve already seen plenty of action, Manning and the Denver Broncos came out with the win with a score surprises, and controversies this with a 24-13 victory. Colts fans must of 26-21. time around. Here are some high- be thinking “Damn, didn’t know we lights for the playoffs up to the divi- could get another Peyton Manning! sional round and my prediction for And this one doesn’t choke in the Super Bowl XLIX. playoffs?”

Highlights: 3. Two controversial calls that hap- pened to the Dallas Cowboys. The 1. Tom Brady threw his 46th post- first one was when the flag of a pass season touchdown pass against the interference call against Dallas was Ravens in the Divisional Round, picked up in their wild card game while breaking Joe Montana’s record against the Detroit Lions, which ulti- for most playoff touchdowns thrown mately lead the Cowboys to a victo- Andrew Luck is an upcoming star player.

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Who is Justin Trudeau? continued the only viable option. And to be fair, ed in our Government. Every admin- social policies that are both fair and they might have a point there. Tru- istration, save perhaps our current progressive, two things most Canadi- deau represents a complete break one, there has been a willingness to ans hold in very high regard. from Harper in persona, if not policy, find the middle ground, the rough The fact is, the Liberals have and represents a new wave of change. centre of the political spectrum. Ca- been so successful, and will be suc- It’s all rather reminiscent of Barack nadians realize that to go too far in cessful again in the future, because Obama’s 2008 campaign of “Hope” either direction, Left or Right, will their views are roughly the views of and “Change.” cause problems, or so we have, as an Canada, of the Canadian Consensus. The last thing Trudeau has electorate, usually supported centrist They may get battered and bruised, going for him is policy. Now I’m sure policies and governments. The Liberal but they, like the cockroaches, will many of you are thinking, “Wait, Tru- Party has always represented this always be around. deau has hardly released any policy.” section. Its critics call it the “muddy Justin Trudeau, whether you That is true, till now he has middle,” were cowardly politicians hold a positive or negative opinion of played his cards close to his chest, can play both sides of the game. I call him, has undeniably changed Canadian and only made vague promises. But it pragmatism; the realization that politics. Seen now by many as the we must look at the larger, overall moderation is preferable to hard line natural opponent to Stephen Harper, political ideology of Canada and the measures. and the man most likely to take the Liberal Party. Since its inception, Can- Tories down, he has incredibly high On specific policy, the Liberals also ada has been a country of compro- expectations set about him. For the have the upper hand. The NDP have mise. Between East and West, Fran- above reasons, he has revived the always been suspicious of the Free cophone and Anglophone, its always Liberals, and now seems ready to take Market, while the Tories practically been about negotiations and finding a over 24 Sussex Drive. Only time will worship the thing. Again, a balance way to make as many people as happy must be struck. A balance that the tell if he actually does. as possible. And that fact is represent- Liberals have long held. They support - Kieran Steede

The Road to the Super Bowl continued

Predictions (may have already road will only make things worse. close one, unlike the blowout last happened by the time you’re Takeaways on the defensive end will year! The main matchup here will be reading): be the game changer for Seattle and New England’s offence against Seattle’s the dynamic duo of Wilson and Lynch defense. However, since the Patriots AFC Championships- Colts @ is simply too much for Green Bay. 27- are not going to play the NY Giants Patriots: Look for an offensive battle 20 for the Seattle Seahawks. this time around and because of this, between the 2 star QBs Tom Brady and this reason only, I have to go with and Andrew Luck. The Colts’ defense Super Bowl XLIX- Patriots vs. the New England Patriots- 24-19. had a great game against Denver, but Seahawks: Well, this is going to be a trying to cover Gronkowski is near impossible. Moreover, the game is being played in New England so the Colts are going to need a lot more Luck this time around, pun intended. 34-24 for the New England Patriots.

NFC Championships- Packers @ Seahawks: Look for Seattle to work the 12th man advantage when Green Bay comes into town. Aaron Rodgers did not look 100% playing with the calf injury and playing on the The Patriots could be victorious in the Super Bowl XLIX. - Jason Shen Page 10 Sabre Trooth

Canada Crowned Gold at World Junior Cup

It’s official: Canada has regained score of 5 to 1, and in a gold medal NHL’s Toronto Maple Leafs in his hockey supremacy on the World game that did not disappoint, Team bruising career as an enforcer. Team Junior stage! The last time Canada Canada found themselves against a Canada Captain Curtis Lazar (drafted won the gold medal in this tourna- talented Russian squad, just holding by the Ottawa Senators), West Van ment was in 2009. Only a six year on to a 5-4 win. In a tournament native Sam Reinhart, and renowned span, which is a minor drought for that regularly alternated playing loca- draft-eligible forward Connor Mcda- most nations, but for Canada, it tions between the Air Canada Cen- vid too had strong tournaments. In seemed like an eternity. The Canadi- tre in Toronto, and the Bell Centre net for the Canadians was the goal- ans outclassed Denmark in the quar- in Montreal, forward Max Domi tending tandem of Zachary Fucale terfinal with an 8-0 victory, then (drafted by the Phoenix Coyotes), and Eric Comrie, and while both moved on to the semifinal and beat became a clear fan favourite, with his netminders provided consistency out the head-turning Slovaks by a father Tie having played for the throughout the tournament’s entire- ty, there certainly wasn’t a goalie controversy (*cough* *cough* Ca- nucks *cough*). For the next year, Canadians can boast about this tour- nament, and say that if a finger can be pointed at one specific thing that made this happen, aside from Cana- da’s tremendous young skill, it’s the Canadian crowds’ hospitality that we witnessed every game. The gold medal sure looks nice, but the re- spect exhibited by our neighbours in Montreal and Toronto make me proud to be Canadian.

GO CANADA GO! Once again Canada is a successful hockey nation. It will be interesting to see what becomes of these young athletes. - Ramy Qaraein

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[Cool Horoscope Title???]

Aquarius Jan20 - Feb18 you in the back. Especially those Gemini. Bad people they Often considered the most eccentric of all the are, as Yoda would say. signs, trust yourself. In the near future your mor- als will be questioned and you will be forced to make important decisions. Everyone will have different Leo Jul23 – Aug22 opinions and some may differ from yours. Stay true to Your confident nature may get the better of yourself and you will be guided in the right direction. you soon. Ambition is good but you must not

let it cloud your judgment. You will be questioned and although you may think you have all of the answers you Pisces Feb19 – Mar20 will find it useful to look closer at situations as they arise.

Your compassionate reliable nature makes you the glue that holds your social group together. It can be a lot of pressure but don’t fret; sometimes Virgo Aug23 – Sep22 all someone needs to hear are positive words and en- Many will soon seek your advice. Do not give couragement. Stay close to all of your Virgo friends, you any advice to your Gemini companions. They may find that they have a lot to offer. Your Scorpio are trying to dominate the world with their intellect. friends will get you hooked on Tumblr. Stay away. Don't give them any satisfaction.

Aries Mar21 – April9 Libra Sep23 – Oct22 Seen as the most independent of signs, it can be Hold on to your idealistic view of the world. hard relying on yourself alone. Don’t be afraid to Even if the Aquarius' try to sway your judg- ask your friends for help at times. You will find ment towards something else, keep to your that the future will bring new challenges and there is no ways. Then punch the Aquarius in the face. And walk shame in accepting a helping hand. Gemini are said to be away like a boss. excellent at giving advice, if you want to be lead in the wrong direction. Trust the Sagittarius. Scorpio Oct23 – Nov21

Stay close to your Virgo friends, for they have Taurus Apr20 – May20 the best advice, and don’t forget to watch out Don’t stress, take it all in one day at a time. Fo- for all of those Gemini. Remember keep your cus on the positive and leave out the negative. friends close and your enemies closer.

Every day is a new day. Change is on the horizon and these words of advice may come in handy soon. Your Cancer friends will be good people to keep Sagittarius Nov22 – Dec21 close. Though you may feel a bit of a mind block on

your inspiration pool, push through and you will be rewarded. Don't neglect your friends Gemini May21 – Jun20 however - they could have some great ideas to share Although it is almost time for winter break your with you! Especially the Aquarius folks.

innate intelligence will come in handy. Your rest- less nature is a blessing but also a curse, be sure to focus on the important tasks that will present them- Capricorn Dec22 – Jan19 selves in the near future. You will find that all of your Don't trust any of the Aquarius people trying bottled up energy will be put to good use. to seek advice - they will use it against you

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- Sara Qureshi Sabre Trooth

The Advice Geese CONTRIBUTING JOURNALISTS: The Advice Geese Hello there Sutherland! Wow, thank you everyone who submitted their questions! We Levi Sinclaire had so many that unfortunately we couldn’t even include them all in this month’s issue! BUT Bia Weimert of course, as promised, every question was answered. Down below you will see real ques- tions from your classmates and schoolmates; all anonymous of course. Maybe you even had Kieran Steede the same question? Sean Schofield Q: Valentine’s Day is on its way, and my boyfriend and I said we would do gifts this year. Sean Beaudoin But, I have no idea what to get him! What is something thoughtful I could get him, that isn’t John Leung just an impersonal gift card? - Depressed Lover Jessica Steward A: Hi there, Depressed Lover. Trust me when I tell you, that you aren’t alone. The trick when buy- Haily Rutherford ing a personal gift of any kind is to put in personal touches. Think of something your boyfriend really The Geese likes, whether it be sports or computers etc. and then make him or buy him thoughtful things to go with either. Some very good ideas that are always a crowd pleaser are making a candy bar card, Jason Shen where you write out a card but fill in words with candies and chocolate. OR taking his favorite sporting Ramy Qaraein ball, like a baseball or soccer ball, and writing personal messages and gluing pictures on. If you really Lorne Mallin aren’t into making gift, a funny tie if he wears them, or cool socks, or even a fun outing with you all expenses paid. Gifts involve effort but it is the thought that counts. Another thing is always make a Sara Qureshi homemade card that puts a personal touch on anything! Hope this helps! Good luck! - The Advice Geese

Q: Hi Advice Geese, I am in grade 8 this year and I am having trouble making friends and feeling welcome. How can I fix this? - Lonely at Lunch

A: Hey there Lonely at Lunch, this is a hard problem but everybody goes through it. It’s tough to be in a new school with new people, not to mention going from being the oldest to the youngest. Suther- land is such a welcoming school and is sorry to hear you don’t feel very welcomed here but we do have some tips for you. Firstly, joining clubs is a great way to get involved and make new friends! We have a lot here at Sutherland, so you might want to try the environment club, or maybe best buddies, or the chess club or maybe even reach for the Top! There are many more as well, but choose one that suits your interests and then you will meet other people that have the same ones! Hope this helps! - The Advice Geese

Q: Hey there, Geese, I am always late for school and even though my alarm rings I can never wake up. My teachers are starting to get really mad at me, but I can’t help it! What can I We’re on the web: do to help me wake up? - Deep Sleeper www.sd44.ca/school/

sutherland/About/Sabre A: Hello, Deep Sleeper; that is a dilemma you have there. Think about the time you need to be at Trooth school by, and then pretend that school starts ten minutes earlier than it really does. Then, think about how long you need to get ready and get to school. Now, set your alarm for ten minutes before the time you should wake up. This will give you plenty of extra time to make sure you are seated in your desk by the time the bell goes. Also, always have a failsafe with your parents; that if they don’t see you by a specific time, all measures should be taken. Hope you are on time from now on! - The Advice Geese

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