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Concordia bars student union staff member from campus
The ban follows Julianna Smith’s work during the Oct. 6 student strike for Palestine
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Concordia draws outcry over decision to cut limited-term teaching positions
Faculty in precarious roles say they feel betrayed as the university moves to trim $1 million from steep deficit
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NewsNew secularism bill threatens practicing students
Concordia University’s Muslim Student Association warns of a disproportionate impact on the university’s Muslim community after recent legislation from the Coalition Avenir Québec seeks to ban public prayer rooms in a push towards state secularism.
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NewsMontrealers rally for tenant hit with nearly $5,000 lease cancellation fee
On Nov. 29, a crowd formed a picket line outside a property on René-Lévesque Blvd. W., after a Montreal tenant and single mother said she was being forced to pay nearly $5,000 in lease cancellation fees, despite having never set foot in the apartment.
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NewsTens of thousands march in Montreal in support of Quebec labour unions
People from across Quebec took to the streets of Montreal on Nov. 29 to protest a string of provincial government laws that many feel are suppressing workers’ rights in all domains of the workforce, from healthcare to housing rights.
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NewsCSU postpones JMSB seat ratification, faces questions on staff member barred from campus
At a Nov. 26 meeting, the Concordia Student Union council delayed ratifying the newly elected John Molson School of Business representative, as the seat remains filled until the current councillor’s term ends next month. The meeting also featured questioning about the campus ban on campaigns coordinator Julianna Smith, low voter turnout and faculty job cuts.
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NewsMontrealers recognize Transgender Day of Remembrance
Hundreds gathered in Dorchester Square to commemorate the Transgender Day of Remembrance on Nov. 20.
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NewsFifty years since Quebec’s first modern Indigenous treaty
Fifty years ago, the Inuit and Cree were defending their land from a multi-billion-dollar hydroelectric project. They came out with a landmark agreement that changed the way Canada negotiates with Indigenous communities.
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NewsConcordia’s AI note-taker draws faculty and student concern
A Concordia University honours student’s simple request for a human note-taker has opened a broader debate over how the university uses AI in classrooms. The case has drawn concern from students, faculty and advocates who said the rollout of the AI tool Genio should keep students’ needs in mind first.
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NewsAtwater Community Pantry brings mutual aid to the table
Run entirely by volunteers, the Atwater Community Pantry is open 24/7 to anyone in need. With grocery prices up more than 20 per cent and rents climbing across the city, organizers and users say it’s become more than a food source; it’s a symbol of care in hard times.
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NewsHelping Montrealers one lift at a time
In the midst of the recent STM strike, one Montrealer found a way to lend a helping hand to other residents in need of transit by offering free car rides. Even with the strike now suspended, she says she still wants to keep helping.
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Three fee levy increases pass at most recent CSU by-elections
Three Concordia Student Union fee levy increases passed in the latest by-elections, which also saw Ryan Michon and Michael Eshayek win the Arts and Science and John Molson School of Business council seats.
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