Zero Hour: Conflict in Iran intensifies as police forces crackdown on protests
On September 16, 2022, Mahsa (Zhina) Amini, a 22-year-old Kurdish woman, died in police custody in the Iranian capital of…
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A single faced coin—the mutual relationship of chronic illness and depression
Poor mobility, grim outlooks, and anxiety over treatments serve to introduce and reinforce depressive disorders in patients with chronic illness.
A 2019 study released in the Journal of the American Medical Association revealed that patients afflicted by chronic physical and…
Students face challenging mental health obstacles post Covid-19
Anxiety, isolation, and helplessness plagued post-secondary students during the pandemic, while lingering fear of the virus and uncertainty about the future takes the spotlight post Covid-19.
Last names have been omitted to protect anonymity. During the height of the pandemic, Ontario universities implemented remote learning as…
Canada to introduce a suicide crisis line November 2023 to address mental health crisis
The Covid-19 pandemic has led to a surge in suicidal ideation among Canadian adults, highlighting the need for more mental health support and resources in the nation.
On August 31, 2022, the Canadian Radio-television and Telecommunications Commission (CRTC) announced that it will be using 9-8-8 as an…
The World Health Organization advocates for a worldwide reform of mental health support
WHO reports mental disorders are the leading cause of disability and urges countries to accelerate plans to eliminate stigma towards mental illnesses.
In June 2022, the World Health Organization (WHO) released its largest mental health review since 2000. The review revealed that…
The city of Mississauga showcases resilience against climate change through “We Are Resilient” exhibit
The outdoor exhibition educates the residents of Mississauga on climate action and celebrates local environmental conservation efforts.
By definition, ecological resilience refers to a community’s ability to withstand and recover from environmental challenges. This concept is vital…
Locked on Leafs: Defensive Depth
With training camp and the pre-season underway, several Leafs players risk getting injured as they compete to claim a spot…
It can be as professional or as grassroots as you want: a perspective on esports
The University of Toronto Mississauga Esports Club offers non-athletic students an outlet for their competitive energy.
Esports, an abbreviation for electronic sports, are organized competitions based on multi-player video games. The first recorded instance of esports…
UTM Fitness Supervisor inducted into the U of T Sports Hall of Fame
Andrew Bellerby, Recreation and Fitness Supervisor at the Recreation, Athletics & Wellness Centre, will forever be a part of U of T history.
Andrew Bellerby recalls the moment when U of T’s 1995 lightweight men’s eight rowing team crossed the finish line to…
An entertaining commute with A More Beautiful Journey
The new app creates ties between Torontonian commuters, artists, and the city they share.
A More Beautiful Journey (AMBJ) was released in celebration of the Toronto Transit Commission’s (TTC’s) 100th anniversary. As a long-time…
Disney’s unique position in the streaming wars
How Disney+ uses its catalogue of nostalgic shows and familiar films to maintain subscriptions and attract new viewers.
From its release on November 12, 2019, Disney+ has been a streaming service that uses nostalgia to attract viewers. Whether…
The M’s Playlist: Sad Girl September with Liz
As I enter my final year of undergrad, September has marked the inauguration of “sad girl autumn.” This new term…
Margaret Atwood and Randy Boyagoda on politics, literature, and freedom
In a recent screening, the two authors spoke to UofT students and faculty about what lies beneath our world’s political systems.
On September 28, 2022, the faculty of Arts and Science at the University of Toronto St. George (UTSG) invited students…
The Toronto International Film Festival—a historic source of artistry and culture
How TIFF has impacted artists and film enthusiasts—from its debut till now.
The Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF) began in October of 1976 under its original name, Festival of Festivals. Out of…
I’m Glad My Mom Died uncovers the secrets behind Nickelodeon stars
TW: Eating disorders, OCD, depression, sexual harassment. Everyone, at some point, craves fame. We crave red carpets, magazine shoots, and…