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Trump’s 25 per cent tariffs increase causes controversy 

Despite the temporary reprieve, U.S. President Trump still insists he will put 25 per cent tariffs increase on Canadian and Mexican goods, and 10 per cent tariffs on Chinese imports. 

RESTORE BUSU seeks “progressive, democratic reform to BUSU” 

Some Brock students are tired of the current state of their students’ union, a dissatisfaction that has culminated in the student-led RESTORE BUSU Movement. 

The bird flu is still active 

The avian flu is still affecting birds all over the globe. 

Get to know the candidates for BUSU’s February election 

As BUSU’s February election draws near, candidates have begun releasing their campaign manifestos. 

What to know about the Liberal leadership candidates 

Five candidates have been approved by the Liberal Party of Canada to run for Trudeau’s position as leader of the party and prime minister of Canada. 

BUSU’s Student Centre brings 40,000 sq. ft. of new space  

BUSU’s forthcoming Student Centre is scheduled to bring three storeys of student-focused space to Brock’s main campus. 

Early provincial election to occur on Feb. 27 

Campaigning has begun for the snap election called by Ontario Premier Doug Ford taking place in mere weeks. 

Coldest Night of the Year aims to “change the tune” regarding homelessness 

This year is St. Catharines’ 12th annual Coldest Night of the Year walk, a fundraiser to raise money for the unhoused. 

An interview with the Brock Debate Society 

The Brock University Debate Society was ratified in the late summer of 2024: here’s what their executives are saying about the club. 

So you think you can graduate? Not without doing these tasks first 

Timely preparation can prevent additional costs and stress during the graduation process this year. 

Brock avoids OSSTF strike, reaching a tentative agreement 

The day before the Ontario Secondary School Teachers’ Federation (OSSTF/FEESO) was set to guide Brock University’s support staff into a strike, the union reached a tentative agreement with the university. 

BUSU BoD discusses The Brock Press, menstrual equity and club funding in December and January meetings 

Club funding, the Menstrual Equity Project, and The Brock Press were all topics of discussion in the BUSU BoD’s December and January meetings. 

Brock’s Experience Expo brings work opportunities to students 

Brock University’s Experience Expo will give students the opportunity to speak with 70 employers providing countless co-op, full-time, part-time and seasonal job opportunities. 

P.E.I. homeowner captures the first-ever video of a meteorite strike 

P.E.I.’s first confirmed meteorite landed near a person’s front door in July of 2024, and has now been verified. 

L.A.’s historic wildfire catastrophe 

The January 2025 Southern California wildfires are becoming a historic event. 

What Brock’s budget cuts mean for students 

Going into 2025, Brock expected a $37 million deficit. After many budget cuts, this number is down to $10 million, but Brock University will still be making more major cuts this year. 

What to know about BUSU’s February election 

As BUSU’s February election is fast approaching, new candidates will begin to run for positions in the union. 

St. Catharines divided on homelessness crisis 

There is a growing divide among St. Catharines residents as homelessness reaches all new highs across North America. 

What Trudeau’s resignation will mean for Parliament 

Trudeau’s plan to resign has left Parliament in a prorogation period while the Liberal Party searches for a new leader in advance of this year’s election, which may come as early as this spring. 

Trump’s top priorities approaching his return to presidency 

With Inauguration Day steadily approaching on Jan. 20, President-elect Donald Trump has discussed his foremost priorities for the first days of his presidency. 

BUSU BoD rejects referendum that would fund BIPOC and 2SLGBTQIA+ student centres on campus in November meeting 

In their November meeting, the BUSU Board of Directors (BoD) rejected a PACHRED referendum, altered BUSU’s wellness policy and discussed some of the BUSU executives’ goals for the 2024-25 term. 

24 Ontario colleges give strike notice 

The Ontario Public Service Employees Union (OPSEU) gave a strike notice for 24 Ontario colleges. 

Chrystia Freeland resigns from Trudeau’s Cabinet 

Former Finance Minister and Deputy Prime Minister Chrystia Freeland announced her resignation from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s Cabinet on Dec. 16 after her reassignment to a different position. 

South Korea’s worst plane crash in decades 

A South Korean airplane crash killed 179 people on Dec. 29. 

Five different New Year’s traditions from around the world 

People all around the world celebrate New Year's Eve in various ways. Here are five traditions from different cultures used to ring in the new year.  

St. Catharines Fire Services receive under $50k in funding 

To improve firefighters’ safety and upgrade St Catharine’s 911 system, The St. Catharines Fire Services will be awarded about $50,000. 

Welcome back Badgers, enjoy these fun January activities 

Lots of Brock clubs and organizations have plenty of fun activities planned to welcome Badgers back for the new year. 

What to know about the Liberals’ GST holiday 

If it is passed into law, the GST holiday could provide a two-month tax break on a plethora of consumer items. 

Trump threatens 25 per cent tariff on Canadian goods 

U.S. president-elect Donald Trump threatened to increase his planned tariff on Canadian goods to 25 per cent, leading to prompt meetings with Prime Minister Justin Trudeau in an attempt to facilitate negotiations. 

Thorold Christmas Food Market is Sunday Dec. 8 

In downtown Thorold, only a short bus ride away from Brock University, the Anglican church of St. John’s is opening its doors to host a Christmas food market. 

COP29 draft financing deals met with backlash 

Financing discussions went into overtime at the 2024 United Nations Climate Change Conferences after several draft financing deals were met with criticism. 

Canada Post strike continues into its second week 

Canada Post employees will continue to strike as agreements with their employer have yet to be reached. 

New legislation in Australia may prohibit children under the age of 16 from using social media 

Australia’s proposed social media ban has prompted critical and supportive responses from researchers, tech giants and world leaders. 

Premier Ford’s international student ban in Ontario medical schools is more of a “cosmetic” decision than one that will bring about real change 

The Ontario Government’s proposed solution to the family doctor shortage will only bring about minor changes to the ongoing family doctor crisis. 

One ChatGPT request uses 10 times more energy than a Google search: investigating the effects of A.I. on the environment 

Artificial intelligence (A.I.) has a complicated relationship with the environment, helping champion sustainability while itself having harmful effects. 

PM and opposition leaders discuss Trump’s electoral win 

Since the United States presidential election, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau and the opposition party leaders have shared opinions on the election results and how Donald Trump’s imminent presidency might affect Canada. 

Unions call on Telefilm Canada to protect entertainment employees 

A coalition of eight Canadian unions and guilds protecting workers in the film and television industries are calling for Telefilm Canada to exclusively fund projects that give workers sufficient rights to ensure that entertainment workers procure employment security. 

Donald Trump elected 47th president of the United States 

After a close electoral race, Donald Trump was elected to be the next president of the United States on Tuesday. 

Canadian Parliament responds to a second Trump presidency 

After Donald Trump was elected to be the 47th president of the United States on Nov. 4, Parliament has begun to prepare for the ways Trump’s second term might affect Canada. 

Palestine educational event cancelled at last minute by Brock  

An event hosted by Brock’s Muslim and Arab student associations focussing on Palestinian struggle was cancelled by Brock’s administration out of claims of false advertising and fears of perpetrating antisemitism the same day it was scheduled to take place on campus.  

St. Catharines listed as a contender for the rattiest city in Ontario 

St. Catharines has been named one of Ontario's “rattiest” cities. 

Toronto gets bejewelled in the lead-up to Taylor Swift’s arrival 

With only a few days until Taylor Swift plays her first Canadian show on the Eras Tour, the city of Toronto is rushing to finish preparations for what might be the busiest two weeks of its entire history.  

Trudeau maintains leadership despite concerns from Liberal MPs 

Despite calls from several MPs for Justin Trudeau’s resignation as leader of the Liberal party, Trudeau has not shown any inclination to abandon his position going into the upcoming election — even at the threat of a deadline with consequences that remain unknown. 

Singh proposes a motion to strengthen reproductive rights 

Reproductive rights have become the New Democratic Party’s (NDP) priority in Parliament, with Jagmeet Singh saying that his party will use their next opposition day to propose a motion that will provide increased access to abortion services. 

BUSU board talks budget, denies VPUA $3,000 for conference travel in October board meeting 

BUSU’s mid-term board meeting yielded some interesting results, including the first failed motion of the year. 

Ford determined to build Highway 413 despite labour disputes and environmental concerns 

As part of the Reducing Gridlock, Saving You Time Act announced on Oct. 21, Ontario plans to speed up construction of Highway 413 and other roadway projects, despite labour disputes that will likely impact its construction and increasing concern surrounding the environmental costs of the project. 

Want to freelance? Brock LINC workshop shares tips for student entrepreneurs 

Many students attend university intending to start their careers, but it is quite possible to start that journey while you’re still taking classes with freelancing.  

Former One Direction star Liam Payne dies at 31 

Liam Payne passed away on Wednesday, Oct. 16 following a tragic fall from his hotel balcony in Buenos Aires, Argentina.  

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