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Slow walkers and hallway talkers stir student frustration
Have you ever been walking in the hallway in a rush to reach the next class, but then you are abruptly slowed down by a group of friends talking, literally creating an inescapable human wall? Everyone in this room has felt this pain either when trying to reach your class because you don’t want to… Read more
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Why young people are shifting right
During the last election, BBC claimed Conservatives gained 44% more votes among Canadians aged 18-34 than the Liberals, which was a higher gain compared to Canadians aged 34+. This has shown a larger trend of younger folks becoming more right wing than their parents were, at the same age. A question is asked of why… Read more
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Why high school students should not be allowed to vote in elections
A federal election just took place, electing Mark Carney as the 24th Prime Minister of Canada. This sparked interest in many high school students, who are nearing the minimum voting age and are eager to cast their ballots. However, high school students shouldn’t be allowed to vote because they lack maturity and life experience, have… Read more
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Our inclusive bathrooms are failing to include queer students
I have been openly queer my entire time here at Northpark, queer being the umbrella term for all 2SLGBTQIA+ people, and it has caused some of the highest highs and lowest lows of my high school life. One of the most consistent low points of my time here is being consistently failed by our inclusive… Read more
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This is why International Women’s Day should not be celebrated
Women’s day. The one day of remembrance where everyone wishes women thanks for all the achievements they have done. A one-day event after which everyone forgets that women are still. Fighting. For. Their. Rights. How did Women’s Day even start? According to an article by International Women’s Day 2025, it was first celebrated in 1909… Read more
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It sucks to drink from the water fountains
Picture this: you’re sitting in class during period three after having forgotten your water bottle. Mouth dry as a desert, suffering from thirst, you leave to get a drink of water. You find a water fountain, press the button, and a disappointing weak steam trickles out that could never quench your thirst. For the forgetful… Read more
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