Explainer: Black History Month events to attend around KPU
Events are happening all month throughout the Lower Mainland, celebrating Black culture, people, and history
News
KSA ends CASA contract, VP finance and operations and arts rep resign
The KSA has been a member with CASA since 2020
KPU welcomes Selina Boan as new Indigenous writer-in-residence
Boan is a white and Cree writer and teacher
Transit strike disrupts daily life for KPU students
As buses stopped running and ride services hiked in price, students struggled to attend classes and fulfill additional obligations
Suicide Crisis Helpline, 9-8-8, launches Canada-wide
The three-digit service will be available to anyone in the country 24/7 by call or text
Explainer: The transit strike
The conflict between CUPE 4500 and CMBC left commuters with no rides in sight
KSA to offer gender-affirming health care coverage, students raise concerns over possible termination of CASA membership
KPU leads B.C. post-secondaries in gender-affirming care coverage, president says council needs break from CASA
Explainer: Station names announced for Surrey Langley SkyTrain extension
The multi-billion-dollar project will add eight new stations, connecting communities across the Lower Mainland
Explainer: High-speed rail connecting Vancouver to Seattle and Portland in the works
The project is expected to be complete before the end of the decade
Explainer: Google secures $100 million deal with federal government for Bill C-18
The bill came into full effect on Dec. 19, with print and digital media sharing a majority of the funding
KSA appoints new CRO, approves 2024 budget
The association is working on improving relations with KPU amid concerns regarding event planning and management
KPU alumni wins social justice leadership award
Michael Taylor is a dedicated social studies teacher who was recognized for his work
KSA calls off ‘Holidaze’ party, cites safety and religious concerns
The association is still in talks about the budget for the upcoming fiscal year