“I’m the bureaucrat in the back office. I make sure everything is running smoothly so that everybody else can do their fabulous projects and advocate for students.”
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McCrimmon, a retired member of the Canadian Armed Forces, had previously served as MP for Kanata-Carleton from 2015 to 2021, representing many of the same constituents at the Federal level.
The University of Ottawa (UOSU) held its Board of Directors meeting on July 23, the fourth of the term. The seven-hour meeting included a student statement, the establishment of a communications commissioner, and a debate on the controversial freedom of expression motion.
I talked to many students who live in Kanata-Carleton because they just can’t find housing here on campus. They tell me stories about how they can’t find transit that’s reliable on time to campus. They’re leaving two, three hours early to get to class– sometimes they even miss class.
“I was unfortunately uncontested as was the operations commissioner and we only had two candidates for another role. And I think that is tragic, truly. I want to see more student engagement. I want to see those numbers go up in the voting, but also people will only show up to vote if there are candidates.”
Parts of the city remain under Tornado watch and even more are experiencing severe thunderstorms.
On June 28, the Ontario government has announced a byelection date of July 27.
Following the resignation of Merrilee Fullerton in late March the provincial riding of Kanata-Carleton is heading to a by-election. The Fulcrum spoke with the Liberal Party candidate, Karen McCrimmon, the riding’s MP from 2015-2021 and her return to politics.
The Fuclrum spoke with Melissa Coenraad and Marit Stiles to hear why they believe students living in Kanata-Carleton should vote for the NDP in this by-election.
The University of Ottawa Board of Governors (BOG) met on May 29 to approve their newly curated 2023-24 budget, which includes a 40 per cent decrease of admission scholarships for first-year students, and tuition increases for Canadian students and permanent residents, as well as international students.
The University of Ottawa Student’s Union (UOSU) held its Board of Directors meeting on May 28, the second of the term. The six-hour meeting included appointing the recently hired interim executive committee commissioners, debates on a controversial motion regarding the Black History Month gala, and making a statement in support of the ‘Enough is Enough’ campaign.
The Fulcrum spoke with former University of Ottawa Student’s Union (UOSU) president Armaan Singh, to discuss the triumphs and troubles that occurred throughout his term.
Fulcrum Contributor Sydney Greiner on the STCA and Roxham Road.
The Union is protesting budget cuts by the University that have reduced TA contracts, expanded class sizes, and affect Francophone programs and courses.
Amanda Doku was one of two students from the University of Ottawa to receive the prestigious scholarship for the 2022-23 academic year.
Joe Biden visits Ottawa for first time as POTUS.
UOSU changes name of Campus Vibez uOttawa to Club Administration Service.
The Student Life Awards 2023 were held on Mar. 11.
For Morah, who is originally from Alberta, the scholarship will help alleviate the financial burden associated with studying in Ontario.
WRC and ISAUO host event for Iranian women and allies to support recent uprisings in a creative way.
As of March 1, over 45,000 Turks and 6,700 Syrians were confirmed dead, and over 1.5 million people were left homeless.
Since it was announced, the plan has received criticism from health care professionals, politicians and disability activists.
Learn more about the candidates for the Faculty of Social Science Board of Directors.
Planned Parenthood Ottawa unionizes following Oct. 2021 announcement and year long negotiations.
As per Annex B of the meeting minutes, the “Voter Incentive Program” would have been funded via a $1.50/year levy on all members.
