Canadians should embrace the six-hour workday
Shorter work days can increase productivity, decrease depression In today’s fast-paced world, companies are trying to squeeze every ounce of productivity... Read more.
Women’s soccer falls deeper into slump with first two losses
Previously undefeated Gee-Gees need to rally after five-game slide Losing doesn’t come easy for the Gee-Gees women’s soccer team. In fact, the last time... Read more.
Free speech rally devolves into conflict, outbursts of violence
Police intervene in event centred around U of T professor Jordan Peterson Toronto (NUWire)—Tension on the University of Toronto campus continues after the... Read more.
Temporary lift of pitbull ban in Montreal reignites debate
Ban was lifted after nine days, leaving questions about whether the breed will be outlawed Montreal (CUP)—On Sept. 28, Montreal City council voted to ban... Read more.
Beverage brawl breaks out on on campus
Facebook controversy leads to real life, caffeine-fueled encounters In early October, the University of Ottawa’s Facebook page found itself at the centre of... Read more.
The U of O is not “putting buildings before students”
The university has work to do, and construction is a step in the right direction If you haven’t heard, the University of Ottawa will be taking on $200... Read more.
Gees women’s fastball downed at Ontario championships
Trophy not in the cards for the competitive club after a solid season The University of Ottawa’s women’s fastball team recently competed in the Ontario... Read more.
SFUO announces by-election on day of by-election
Student executive sees low turnout rate despite hours of promotion The Student Federation of the University of Ottawa (SFUO) will be hosting its semi-annual... Read more.
FulcFit food series: Simple baked salmon
During the school year, it’s all too easy to let your eating habits slip. To help fight this, the Fulcrum has some essential recipes to keep you full and fit... Read more.
The Fulcrum’s most memorable food experiences
Eating fine on the roadside One of the best dining experiences I’ve ever had was a meal that I ate on the side of the road. My best friend and I were in... Read more.
Students respond to Vet’s Tour story
What will I wake up to next? It is just past midnight on a Tuesday night and I have work early in the morning. Yet here I am sitting in my room scared to... Read more.
Oct. 16 BOA meeting discusses SAFA, auditor’s report
Board goes in-camera over concerns with federated body On Oct. 16, the Board of Administration (BOA) of the Student Federation of the University of Ottawa... Read more.
We don’t need more journals, we need more transparency
U of O’s decision to cancel academic journal subscriptions raises more questions than answers Before everybody gets their bookmarks out of order over... Read more.
Gee-Gees men’s hockey tallies first win against RMC
Team showcases potent offence ahead of Colonel By Classic Following a midweek loss to the nationally fifth-ranked Université du Québec à Trois-Rivières... Read more.
Re: Vet’s Tour editorial in La Rotonde
Dear Editor, This morning, my world was turned upside down in a way that I never would have predicted. In this already stressful enough time in the... Read more.
U of O student starting charity for Afghani children
Former refugee aims to help “street children”in Kandahar Among her many accomplishments, Roya Shams, an Afghani refugee and University of Ottawa student,... Read more.
News briefs (Oct. 14, 2016)
Syrian refugees at local elementary school receive $12,000 donation Carson Grove Elementary School in Ottawa recently received a donation of $12,000 from a... Read more.
Re: Redbaiting is colonialism
Dear Editor, I’d like to start by thanking Danik Dozet and Gareth Mandin for their response letters to my original letter “OPIRG supporting radical... Read more.
The importance of Canada’s indecisive identity
Canada’s Thanksgiving festivities wrapped up this past week but, as Pete Wells of the New York Times pointed out in his recent article, many of our... Read more.
Trouble brewing on U of O Facebook page
Nescafé coffee post taken down following negative comments from students A post on a University of Ottawa Facebook page was recently taken down following a... Read more.
RE: OPIRG supporting radical communists
Dear Editor, The following is a response to the letter written by Mr. Marcus Mattinson in your issue from Sept. 22. I am a member of the Revolutionary Student... Read more.
Homa Hoodfar returns to Canada
Former Concordia professor was jailed in Iran for over 100 days Montreal (NUWire)—“I’ve had a bitter seven months,” said Homa Hoodfar on the morning... Read more.
U of O prof’s project chosen as part of Clean50 Top15
Smart Prosperity Initiative working towards more sustainable Canadian economy A project by Stewart Elgie, professor of law and economics at the University of... Read more.
Minimum wage officially raised
Fifteen cent increase came into effect on Oct. 1 Toronto (NUWire)—Ontarians making minimum wage have been subject to a 15 cent rise in their hourly... Read more.
The Fulcrum shares mental health experiences for brain health awareness week
In recent years there’s been a spotlight on mental health. Schools, hospitals, and community leaders seem to be taking the issue more seriously. This is... Read more.