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Liquor laws loosened in Ontario

Festivals, weddings and restaurants benefit from modernized rules
Alex Carmona NEWS EDITOR
Summer is finally here and with it comes outdoor festivals, weddings and restaurant patios. For those who like to imbibe at such occasions, new laws have come in to effect as of June 1 that loosen some of Ontarios notoriously strict liquor regulations. Many festival-goers will be pleased to note they are no longer legally confined to special beer gardens - or beer cages, as they are commonly called. So long as the festival in question decides to allow it, they may freely roam the event grounds with booze in hand. This comes along with a host of other changes. Last call at special events such as weddings and fundraisers has been moved from 1 a.m. to 2 a.m., restaurants can give out a free celebratory drink, Ontario resorts can offer all-inclusive packages and servers can walk across unlicensed sidewalks to other licensed areas, such as patios. Attorney General Chris Bentley, who viewed the old laws as outdated, spearheaded the changes. The old rules, which may have been appropriate in their time, needed modernizing. We heard from Ontarians in all parts of the province that wanted additional flexibility, Bentley said. Not all Ontarians, however, are on board with a more alcoholfriendly province. Were opposed to these changes, Dave Pereira, director-atlarge of Mothers Against Drunk Driving London chapter, stated. We dont think theyre necessary, and we dont think theyre going to lead to the end result they are intended for. Pereira clarified that MADD does not have a problem with alcohol consumption in its entirety, but that MADD believes the new laws will negatively impact the province as a whole. We arent prohibitionists, Pereira stressed. But when you loosen the rules in regards to alcohol, it makes it all the more hard to manage. It will be harder for police to enforce liquor laws with these changes in place, and more people will fall through the cracks. Bentley, however, has a ready

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TIME TO GET OUR DRANK ON. Ontario liquor laws may be more relaxed, but harsher penalties will be enforced for those who break the new laws.

response for such concerns. According to the Attorney General, new legislation is forthcoming that will actually make penalties harsher for

those who break the new laws. A number of [alcohol-related] offences have been identified where a bar or restaurant can receive

warnings and then a suspension, but there is no availability of fines. Its

>> see LIQUOR pg.3

Is anti-Americanism a problem at Western?

A Wikileaks cable reveals concerns about the way the U.S. is portrayed in Canada
Gloria Dickie NEWS FEATURES EDITOR
Canadian universities have left the American government feeling a little more blue than red and white, according to a Wikileaks cable released in late April. The cable, which focused on relations between the United States and Canada, cited one embassy officials experience in a University of Ottawa classroom, where he noted most lectures and discussions took on a strong anti-American tone, often criticizing Americas human rights record. As a result, the embassy official felt ostracized and relayed his observations to the U.S. government. But Donald Abelson, director of the Canada-U.S. Institute and Centre for American Studies at Western, felt such concerns were unfounded. Are there anti-American views? Sure, Abelson said. But there are a lot of anti-Canadian views too every country that you can imagine, people are criticizing the policies of that particular government. And thats what we should be doing in universities we should be questioning the decisions world leaders are making, for better or for worse. Abelson believed that while American criticism may be prevalent at Canadian schools, our relationship with our southern neighbours changes rapidly depending on the administration. There is a strong element of anti-Americanism in Canada, but it tends to peak during very difficult times in Canadas relationship with the United States, Abelson explained, pointing to the Bush and Reagan administrations. Conversely, many Canadians greatly supported Obamas campaign for office, Abelson observed, but noted this support is starting to wane. I suspect that our love affair with Obama has declined somewhat, in large part, because many people Without that understanding, its easy to dismiss the U.S. as simply arrogant, violent and self-interested, she said. However, while many students were critical of the United States, McGee worried a lot of this criticism derived from prejudice or misinformation. The problem in Canada is that we are so close to the United States, so we often dont recognize our own prejudice towards them, McGee said. It took me four years of undergrad and a masters program to realize how difficult it is to look at the U.S. from an objective perspective, if its even possible. The American Studies Student Club hopes to combat this antiAmericanism, McGee explained, and understand the ideals driving American behaviour. Throughout American history, there are so many success stories relating to the hard work or dedication of an individual, Brendan Clements, a fourth-year student studying Canada-U.S. relations at Western, and member of the club, said. There is this unifying, mystical belief that despite past failures and in spite of future obstacles, there is something about the American spirit that seems to endure. For a lot of students, thats admirable and a big reason why the United States remains interesting. Over his years of teaching, Abelson has seen a wide range of student views concerning the United States and their foreign policy, but isnt overly worried about anti-Americanism at Canadian schools. The fact that our students and faculty might adopt a position that is critical of a particular country, then so be it, he said. As I often tell my students, so long as they can back it up thats great. Im a professor, like many others on campus. We want to encourage dialogue and debate and critical thinking. Thats what were paid to do.

The problem in Canada is that we are so close to the United States, so we often dont recognize our own prejudice towards them.
Laura McGee,
Masters student in American studies

dont see his foreign policy as being dramatically different from what Bush tried to achieve. Laura McGee, a masters student in American Studies and member of the American studies Student Club at Western, agreed while some classes took on an anti-American tone, it was important to grasp American ideology to truly understand the actions and policies of the U.S.

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The Puzzle Panel

Inflation plays role in tuition increases

Cheryl Stone NEWS FEATURES EDITOR
Western students will have slightly slimmer wallets this year because of tuition increases in the Universitys budget. First-year Canadian students can expect to see an increase of 4.5 per cent in their tuition rates, while upper-year undergraduates will see a four per cent increase. First-year students in a professional program will see an increase of eight per cent. Its important to understand that without tuition increases we would not have the resources to support a number of academic and student priorities, Janice Deakin, provost and vice-president academic explained of the increases. She also noted tuition made up 40 per cent of Westerns revenue, with the rest coming from provincial operating grants, research grants and donations. According to Deakin, tuition increases are regulated by the province, with Westerns increases falling within the guidelines. Tanya Blazina, spokesperson for the Ministry of Training, Colleges and Universities, elaborated on tuition regulations. [In] March 2006, the government implemented a regulated tuition fee framework to ensure that post-secondary education in Ontario is accessible, affordable and of top quality, Blazina said, adding the current policy remains in effect up to and including the 2011-12 school year. Patrick Searle, vice-president university affairs for the University Students Council, explained the rates the province set out were higher than the rate of inflation. Inflation also plays a huge role in the cost of education. So long as costs increase beyond the general rate of inflation, increases in either tuition or government funding will be necessary to maintain educational quality and access, Searle said. Deakin explained the increases were necessary to maintain and potentially improve services to students, citing future improvements to the wireless infrastructure as an example. Deakin noted the increased tuition for professional programs was done so they could continue offering their own services as well. Recommendations for secondentry tuition come from the individual faculties offering those programs, and a significant portion of the incremental revenue generated by those increases flows back to the faculties to support their particular priorities, programs and student services, she said. Searle said the increases were unfair to the students in these professional programs, who were already paying increased tuition fees. Professional undergraduate students, like engineering and accounting students, will on average see greater economic returns for their degrees, but their fees are already typically near double that of arts and science students, he said. Blazina commented on the fact that professional schools faced a steeper increase in tuition. Professional undergraduate programs such as law, dentistry, medicine and engineering are deemed to have high demand for space, above-average labour market outcomes and higher educational costs, as compared to other undergraduate programs, she said. Deakin also noted the increases in tuition would allow for increased access to financial aid. Western has committed approximately $29.6 million for student aid in its most recent budget, which is a 6.3 per cent increase over the previous year. A large portion of that money is directed for needs-based assistance.

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Events Calendar
Saturday, June 11, 2011 Art in the Village Time: 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Where: Green space at Wortley and Elmwood What: Art in the Village brings together the community to showcase over 50 artists including art displays, artwork for sale and artist demonstrations. WELL DON Music and Art Festival Time: 4 p.m. to 2 a.m. Where: APK Live What: APK Live fuses art and music together for an evening of fun. The festival includes performances by The Woody Allens, Dead City Beat, Lewis Gayfield and King Max and the Bear. The event is free before 7 p.m. and $5 after. Sunday, June 12, 2011 1st Annual ToysRUs London Walk for Autism Speaks Time: 8:30 a.m. Where: Victoria Park What: ToysRUs is bringing people together to raise money and awareness of autism. The walk is 3km and includes an afternoon of entertainment led by Juno award winning childrens entertainer Jack Grunsky. Register today at walknowforautismspeaks.ca/London. Saturday, June 18, 2011 Car Free Fest Time: 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. Where: Dundas St. What: Roads are blocked off in the downtown core for the weekendlong festival featuring live music and theatrical performance. Nuit Blanche London Time: 9 p.m. to 3 a.m. Where: Wellington Rd. to Ridout St., Queen Ave. to King St. What: A free, overnight contemporary arts festival. Friday, July 15, 2011 Home County Folk Festival Where: Victoria Park What: A combination of folk musicians, dancers and artistic talent take over six stages. The festival features over 150 craft artisans and food vendors. Artists include Sarah Harmer and Dan Mangan. Admission is free.

Western professor spearheads climate change study

Coastal cities have become the target for international climate change research. Gordon McBean, a geography and political science professor at Western, in partnership with Anond Snidvongs of Chulalongkorn University in Thailand, has spearheaded the Coastal Cities at Risk: Building a Capacity for Managing Climate Change in Coastal Megacities. The study will examine Manila, Lagos, Vancouver and Bangkok four major coastal cities with varying weather patterns and socialcultural-economic characteristics. The aim is to discover the best means of protecting communities most at risk from the effects of climate change. We are looking at how coastal cities can be affected by changing climate, higher sea levels, storms, increased precipitation and river flooding. As the climate changes, people, property, institutions, ecosystems [will be] at risk, McBean explained. The CCaR team was recently awarded $2.5 million by the International Development Research Centre for their efforts. The goal [of the CCaR] is to provide advice, information and guidance to local communities and their governments to adapt to the changing climatic situation so they reduce the risk of impact on people and property due to severe storm and overall have the impacts reduced, he said. McBean and Snidvongs recognize the dangers of climate change and urge something must be done to help people adapt. The climate is changing. We have seen the impact of these kinds of events such as the staging of cyclones in the last few years in

Bangladesh and other areas, he said. There have been events of a hundred thousand plus people dying, drowning in the surges of water in the river flow. These events have huge impacts on these coastal cities so we want to find ways of reducing the risk. The project has brought together experts including engineers, economists, medics and climate change scientists to approach the issues of climate change from multiple fronts. McBean believes that CCaR is a step in the right direction. [This will be] a five year project and it will lead, I think, to other projects like it that will make it so that in five years time the crisis of climate change, which is already underway, will reduce the loss of life and the reduction in socioeconomic prosperities.

Amber Garratt

Ontario government increases graduate spaces

As if your university degree wasnt watered down enough, the Ontario government announced this week they will be creating 6,000 new spaces for students to enrol in masters and PhD programs across the province by 2015-16. The 2011 Budget - Turning The Corner, will provide operating support to help establish places for 60,000 students in total, of which 6,000 will be graduate students, at Ontarios colleges and universities. There are already over 300,000 undergraduate students at Ontario universities and colleges, and over 50,000 graduate students. The Ontario government has already created 15,000 graduate spaces in the past eight years through Reaching Higher, an invest-

ment plan for post-secondary education established under Premier Dalton McGuinty which extended until 2010. In todays knowledge-based economy, it is vital that Ontario continues to support advanced research and develop a highly educated and skilled workforce, John Milloy, Minister of Training, Colleges and Universities, said. By helping more Ontarians pursue higher education, we can strengthen our economy and our future. In order to help more students pursue graduate and doctorate degrees, the government, beginning in 2011-12, will award 1,000 more Ontario students with an Ontario Graduate Scholarship. This will increase the number of Ontario graduates receiving the award and funding from 2,000 to 3,000 students. Currently, the average tuition rate for Ontario graduate students is $9,000 annually, the highest in the country. The Ontario Governments continued investment in graduate education is excellent news for our future prosperity, David Naylor, president of the University of Toronto, said. [This] announcement represents another important step by the Government to expand the number of talented masters and doctoral students necessary to ensure a brighter tomorrow for our province. The new graduate spaces will be catered towards students pursuing high-demand careers, such as engineering, health and environmental studies. Overall, this initiative will mark a 17 per cent enrolment increase at Ontario post-secondary education institutions.

Liquor laws relaxed

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been suggested that fines should be an available punishment, and we will hear on that shortly, Bentley explained. Bentley also noted that the new, more liberal rules are not mandatory. A festival could still, for example, stick with the beer tent structure that had been their only option until now. One of Torontos most prominent food festivals, A Taste of the Danforth, is planning on doing just that. We will not be getting rid of our beer garden, though we will be taking advantage of some of the new laws, such as the 2 a.m. last call extension, Faiza Ansari, director of operations of the festival, said. Its because public safety is a primary concern, as well as keeping the festival a family-friendly event. So, for those reasons, we will not be permitting open liquor to be carried around freely throughout the festival, Ansari explaned. Regardless, Bentley believes the new laws are well thought-out, and a much-needed step forward for Ontario. Its an evolution, not a revolution, he said.

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Opinions
ANTI-AMERICANISM

I am willing to love all mankind, except an American

- Samuel Johnson, Boswells Life of Johnson, 1778

Pride or prejudice?
Our neighbours or neighbors to the south happen to be one of the most populated and powerful countries in the world. Whether its launching rockets into space or acting as the driving force behind the worlds economy, America is a country to be reckoned with. While Canadians recognize this, acknowledging our own inferiority is something were more reluctant to do. Instead, we are quick to make Americans the butt of hilarious jokes, focusing on the slackjawed hicks questioning the existence of thoroughly researched scientific fact, instead of the suits on Wall Street. Like a celebrity without makeup, the blemishes of American culture make us feel better about ourselves. But does our perception of the United States go beyond light-hearted ridicule? Are Canadians obsessed with blaming every world issue and pitfall of modern society on American government? While many of us have experienced the odd anti-American joke made by a professor or teaching assistant, a deeper prejudice is less apparent. Sure, we might discuss American capitalism or the War on Terror with a critical eye, but unfounded accusations dont occur as much as Americans might think if they think of us at all. As university students, its important to be critical of all international players, but being critical doesnt always mean being negative. Its important to be well-informed and develop an opinion based on this, whether it happens to be anti-American or pro-American isnt important. Making generalizations that Americans are obese and unintelligent is just as bad as saying that everyone in Canada lives in igloos, eh? However, it is crucial we focus on our Canadian heritage, history and culture as well. After being bombarded with constant American media, and living in close geographical proximity to the world superpower, it may be hard to find an identity that doesnt hinge on the fact were not American. In the end, our attitude doesnt seem to be overly negative well, at least nothing worth crying over to the American government or turned into a cable and leaked by Wikileaks. Every country has stereotypes, and every country has a government making decisions affecting the rest of the world. Its important we analyze Americas role on the world stage without resorting to petty jokes.
The Gazette Editorial Board

Life is short, so live it up

Wrath of McGrath
It seems that life is turning into one of those poorly acted pharmaceutical drug commercials where so many side effects are listed that you wonder if you should bother taking the drug in the first place. Im not a hypochondriac, but Im starting to think I should maybe look into that lifestyle. Apparently everything I come into contact with might lead to some kind of deadly disease. But on the other hand, most of these warnings are just that warnings. They arent meant to terrify the general public, but instead act as reminders of the fact that you should be careful, or at the very least aware of things that could cause you harm. The best part is that simply being cautious can curb all of these risks. Tanning for example maybe its not a great idea to go to a tanning bed and voluntarily expose yourself to direct UVA and UVB rays when the same UVA and UVB rays have been proven to cause skin cancer. Its like if someone offers you candy, but then mentions oh yeah, by the way, this candy will mostly likely give you cancer in a few years, and you still happily eat the candy. It doesnt make any sense. Plus people were never really meant to be orange. And what about what you put into your body? Ill be the first to admit that I occasionally indulge in fast food but the key word here is occasionally. These foods are high in fat, calories and sodium and, if consumed frequently, will lead to serious health issues. Long-term health risks might not be in the forefront of young peoples minds, but this is the perfect time to start developing healthy habits. Sure, there will always be risks in life, but that doesnt mean you should be terrified of living. Talk on your cellphone, sit in the sun and eat some pizza, but remember everything in moderation.

Kaitlyn McGrath OPINIONS EDITOR

Our death is imminent. No, Im not one of those crazies from Family Radio. Im just a regular cellphone-using, sun-appreciating, vegetable-eating person but it seems these things arent even safe anymore. The World Health Organization recently announced the use of cellphones could lead to some forms of brain tumours. The effects of sun tanning have been proven to cause melanoma. The recent outbreak of E. coli in Europe has been dominating the news.

Following in Oprahs footsteps

In the Nic of Time
ments and why shes not upset its over. This got me thinking what is the best way to say goodbye? From watching the show, I concluded its more about reflection than celebration. Of course its important to celebrate your accomplishments, but its equally worthwhile to think about how far youve come. June also marks the end for many students who are saying goodbye to university. Graduation is a monumental change, but its inevitable. Yet we still feel sadness when saying our farewells, and adjusting to the change is difficult. Whether its graduating university, leaving a job, or moving to a new city, permanent change is a big pill to swallow you eventually do it out of necessity, but it might not go down as smoothly as youd hoped. Although Im not graduating until next year, the thought of leaving a place Ive called home for four years is unnerving. Sure, saying goodbye to friends will be difficult, but its the least of my worries. Im more worried about facing a milestone, leaving behind an experience that I will never have again. Ive watched my graduating friends panic throughout the year as they tried to figure out their next move while dealing with how quickly the future crept up on them. Suddenly Im faced with all these questions: Should I go to grad school? Would it be better to work for a year and save up money? However daunting these questions might seem, its important to keep in mind that this moment in time is inevitable. It is an unavoidable change of pace that will lead you to a new opportunity and room for growth. And maybe we dont need to make a big deal about it. Maybe Oprah had it right.

Nicole Gibillini ARTS & LIFE FEATURES EDITOR

Oprah is over forever, but whats the big deal? I was disappointed after rushing home to watch Oprahs finale last month. I was expecting something a bit more grandiose. Not that Im a huge Oprah fan, but I felt obligated to witness the end of the iconic series, expecting some kind of Oprah-tastic surprise. That didnt happen. Instead, Oprah stood before her audience and reflected on the show in general, its accomplish-

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Arts&Life
Brent Holmes ARTS & LIFE EDITOR
Three years ago, Olenka and the Autumn Lovers self-titled debut album was awarded Local Album of the Year by CHRW, Westerns radio station. Since then theyve released their followup album And Now We Sing, recently signed an electronic distribution deal with Sonic Unyon and have toured the country. When we started, I was pushing a lot of shows by myself and then slowly started to get to know people and we started to organize shows, says Olenka Krakus, singer and songwriter for the band. This month the band will be playing at Torontos North By Northeast music festival and at the Homemade Jam Indie and Folk festival on June 26 at Esli Dodge Conservation Park in Forest, Ontario. The recognition for Olenka and the Autumn Lovers sound has been tremendous, with some critics comparing their sound to that of Arcade Fire and The Decemberists. I really like both of those bands. Its really kind of humbling. I love Arcade Fire and Im not afraid to say it. I mean there are people who are now worried about admitting that because they won a Grammy, Krakus jokes. If I think of influences I have from more current music, then they are definitely influences. Krakus cites The Beatles,

Reese Withspoon, actress

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Olenka and the Autumn Lovers shine in summer

Local band signs distribution deal, gears up for festivals
Leonard Cohen and Bach as her major influences. If you could turn those three influences into one super-human, then that is the person [who has influenced me the most]. Krakus defines the Autumn Lovers sound as orchestral folk pop. work together, she adds. The bands sound is also shaped by cultural influences. For Krakus, a lot of inspiration for writing has come from communist-era Poland and Polish folklore. What Ive tried to explore in the communist period in Poland is that kind of resilience of the artistic spirit. Despite the fact that there are these kinds of difficult circumstances that are imposed on people, despite the censorship of the arts, there were still amazing pieces of art, film and music born out of those restrictions, Krakus says. In terms of the folklore and folk music, what I remember from when I was a kid is the undercurrent of sadness, despite the fact that they are supposed to be jolly, celebratory and innocent. Songs that you sing to kids as you are putting them to bed are not supposed to be deep and yet a lot of them are, especially out of that tradition, she explains. Their unique inspiration and sound have made Olenka and the Autumn Lovers a staple of the London music scene, and the band is now looking to make a national impact. Right now, I am just in the midst of booking our tour to the west coast for August. Krakus says. I came here [from Vancouver] to do my PhD in literature but then I ended up stopping that because rock and roll is more fun.

What Ive tried to explore in the communist period in Poland is that kind of resilience of the artistic spirit.
Olenka Krakus,
singer and songwriter

Corey Stanford GAZETTE

READY FOR A GRAMMY. Olenka and the Autumn Lovers orchestral pop sound has been compared to that of Arcade Fire and The Decemberists.

The melodies are kind of pop melodies theyre short and there are a lot of hooks, she says. I still feel that there are elements that qualify as folk music. The majority of our instruments are still acoustic instruments the violin, the cello and even instruments like the trumpet and the accordion. Its orchestral because I feel that there are a lot of really refined arrangements. We take a lot of care planning the string parts and how the melodies of the strings would

Summer trips that wont break the bank

Maddie Leznoff DEPUTY EDITOR
Summer seems like the perfect time to travel except for the fact that work can put a kink in your plans. Short, affordable trips are feasible if you look for the right deals and know when and where to travel. to get a feel for a place. If youre in the fish and chips capital of the world, eat fish and chips, even if theyre the most expensive fish and chips youve bought, GringrichMartin says.

Head to the coasts

If youre desperate to get away, check out off-season locations. Varadero [Cuba] is going to be the least expensive, Nicholls says. Youre going to pay half in the summer of what you do on reading week. Destinations like Florida and Las Vegas also have good deals during the summer months. A vacation to Eastern or Western Canada can also be affordable if you find a cheap flight. Browse websites like redtag.ca or expedia.ca for seat sales, and West Jet has a Blue Tag sale on various destinations every Thursday from 1-4 p.m.
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Go abroad
You dont need two months to visit places like Europe or Central America just narrow your trip down instead of trying to see everything. Keep an eye on packages advertised on travel websites that have preset dates. Its an advantage to be flexible, because [trips] to Europe specify certain dates. It might be one price on one date and a totally different price on another, says Dena Nicholls, branch manager of Sell Off Vacations in London. Know when to splurge and when to save your money. If youre in a place thats new to you, ask the locals whats best. They always know which places are ripoffs, says Lindsay GingrichMartin, a former Western student and avid traveler. Going off the beaten path can have its perks, as less popular attractions wont be as crowded. But its worth it to spend a bit more

Enjoy an urban atmosphere

Road-trips are a great option just travel in a group to split the price of gas. Cities like Ottawa and Montreal are within driving distance and offer history, culture and nightlife. American cities like Washington D.C. are also worthy destinations. Its a little further, but its a gorgeous city and all the museums are free, says Gringrich-Martin.

You can travel with Porter Airlines, which flies to New York, Montreal and Halifax among others. Follow them on Twitter, @porterairlines, to get codes for discounts. You can save cash by staying in hostels, even in the U.S. and Canada. Just do your research and know what youre getting into, and book through a reputable website like hihostels.ca.

What to bring
If youre traveling internationally, travel and medical insurance is crucial. Our single biggest battle is to make students see value in insurance, says David Coffey, Ontario sales manager for Travel Cuts Canada. Most students come to the table with the idea that they dont need insurance because theyre not going to get sick. The bills will fol-

low you home. Invest in an International Student Identity Card, or an International Youth Travel Card if youre under 26 but not a student. For $20 it will save you money on accommodations, attractions, transportation and food. In terms of discounts when traveling, the ISIC card is your single best choice, Coffey says.

thegazette Friday, June 10, 2011

Best Coast The End

When youre making your summer playlist, make sure to include California group Best Coasts track The End. The bands sound is often classified as low-fi and surf-rock, and Best Coasts vocalist and songwriter Bethany Cosentino brings a 60s vibe to The End with her simplistic lyrics and smooth vocals. With a chorus that goes, you say that were just friends, but I want this til the end, the band touches on a fun summer love theme thats perfect for those long hazy days. Although Best Coast only released their first EP in 2009, the band has received great reviews and their first full-length album Crazy for You was included in several best album lists in 2010.

Florence and the Machine Im Not Calling You a Liar

Im Not Calling You a Liar is driven heavily by its lyrics and Florence Welchs haunting voice. To say this song is simply about breakups would be an understatement. This is a work about a lack of control a ghostly possession that is done justice through the songs lyrics. Florence and the Machine have experienced incredible acclaim since the release of their debut album Lungs in 2009. The band has already started recording their followup album. Florence Welch has become well known in the past year, but has the lungs of the next Annie Lennox.

Lauren Chan ARTS & LIFE EDITOR

London is hosting a rendition of the infamous art exhibition Nuit Blanche. The expo will be held overnight on June 18, providing the city with a night-long demonstration of contemporary art. Since 1997, Nuit Blanche exhibitions have been executed around the world from Toronto to Tel Aviv. In 2003, Montreal was the first Canadian city to pull off a rendition of the exhibition, and London first held the event last year. Though it means sleepless night in French, the hundreds of thousands of spectators never complain about any lack of sleep. The festival is put on by London Fringe, who organize theatre and visual arts events in London throughout the year. Downtown London is one of the festivals sponsors, and manager Janette MacDonald explains why they chose to get involved with the event. Its been tried and tested in other cities and the Fringe Festival does a lot of great things that weve sponsored for about 10 years now, she says.

Everything from galleries and museums to sidewalks and parks will be glowing with work from local and surrounding area artists. The boundaries of Nuit Blanche are between Wellington Road, Ridout Street, Queens Avenue and King Street. Some components will be held indoors. Museum London is hosting a grassroots music and art event called Hide and Seek Show and Tell, and an Art Party that encourages public participation through art, collage, knitting and zine workshops. It will also feature live music by Thesis Sahib and Dreamsploitation. Where theres art and culture in downtown London, you cant even be talking about that without talking about Museum London, so we knew we wanted to be there we had to be there, and the community asked us so we made it happen, says Matt Thomas, marketing coordinator for Museum London. Nuit Blanche is known for its display of a wide range of innovative art including installations, interactive art, film, sculpture, street theatre and music. With so much variety, the exhibition is bound to draw a huge crowd keen to explore the limitations or

lack thereof of art in our society. The night is an opportunity for audiences to celebrate the thriving possibilities for contemporary art in London. Spectators will be free to explore the transformed city streets while observing and participating in the artists pride and joy. It brings a different set of people to the streets. Its a different time of day, its a different venue, its a different type of thing, MacDonald says. Its worthwhile for us to try something new to bring people downtown.

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Jesica Hurst

>> Need to Know

What A free contemporary arts event Where Between Wellington Rd. to Ridout St., Queens Ave. to Kings St. When June 18, 9 p.m. -3 a.m. Cost Free

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HEALTHY

Slather on your Eat your salad for a sunscreen ASAP better memory
Jesica Hurst ARTS & LIFE EDITOR
With summer weather comes sunny skies, and it can be easy to forget to lather on sunscreen before heading outside. Regardless of whether youre fair skinned or have a naturally dark complexion, its important to protect your skin from sunburns and prevent skin cancer. Olivia Caron, a media relations officer for Health Canada, explains the risk of getting skin cancer is higher than ever. The Earths ozone layer is not as thick as it used to be and more ultraviolet radiation from the sun is reaching the Earth, Caron explains. As a result, the occurrence of skin cancer has been increasing in Canada at a fairly constant rate over the past 30 years. According to Caron, in 1987 there were 20,300 cases of non-melanoma skin cancers identified in Canada, and over 75,500 new cases reported in 2010. With such an increase, its important to apply sunscreen every time you leave the house. Health Canada recommends using a sunscreen lotion that is SPF

Nicole Gibillini ARTS & LIFE FEATURES EDITOR

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15 or more, Caron says. A sunscreen that says broad-spectrum on the label will best help protect against UVA and UVB rays. Products making such a claim must contain both a UVB absorber and a UVA absorber. Although there are several different brands and types of sunscreen lotions on the market, it is not necessary to buy different sunscreens for different parts of the body. Make sure to choose a lotion that suits both your lifestyle and skin type, and be sure to reapply as instructed on the label. If you still love looking golden in the summer, use sunless tanners instead of tanning beds they give you colour without putting your health at risk. There is no such thing as a safe tan it is important to take steps to avoid overexposure to ultraviolet radiation, Caron says. It is not recommended to use tanning equipment, especially for young adults who are at a much greater risk.

According to a new study, a salad a day will keep Alzheimers away eating your greens can slow down the brains aging process and keep it sharp. Published in the Archives of Neurology, the study found eating more salad dressing, nuts, fish, chicken, leafy greens, tomatoes, fruit and fish can lower the risk of Alzheimers disease. It also found that people who had lower intakes of red meat, butter and high-fat dairy had a lower risk of developing the disease. Alzheimers is a progressive, degenerative brain disease that causes thinking and memory to become seriously impaired, according to the Alzheimer Society. Noelle Martin, the University Students Council nutritionist, says this

study should be taken seriously. There is a large body of evidence to show the connection between brain development and the intake of EPA and DHA [healthy fatty acids]. Therefore, this extension of that concept in the prevention of memory loss makes complete sense, she says. A good diet can also prevent a variety of chronic illnesses and elevate energy levels for carrying out daily tasks. If cutting unhealthy fats from your diet is unrealistic, or youre not a salad enthusiast, there are other strategies that will keep your memory sharp. Eating within one hour of waking up and then eating small meals or snacks regularly throughout the day can be very beneficial in terms of staying alert and focusing in class or at work, Martin says. The more focused you are, the more you will be able to retain and remember.

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>> Gazette Tested > Summer Salad

Nicole Gibillini ARTS & LIFE FEATURES EDITOR

Ingredients
Salad 2 cups arugula leaves 1 beet (red or yellow) Sliced chicken 1 tbs goat cheese Half an orange Walnuts Dressing Dijon mustard (1 tsp) Olive oil (1 tbs) Half a lemon Salt and pepper
Toss together salad ingredients. For the dressing, combine the mustard and olive oil in a bowl. Squeeze in half a lemon. Add salt and pepper. Spinach leaves can be substituted for arugula and feta for goat cheese.

thegazette Friday, June 10, 2011

Thrasher move north sign of things to come?

Stern Warning
Ryan Stern SPORTS EDITOR
Victoria Day weekend was a time to relax for Canadians coast to coast. But in Winnipeg the anticipation of a possible NHL franchise was just beginning to build as the league sought to right the ship. After averaging a paltry 13,469 fans third worst in the league during the 2010-11 season, commissioner Gary Bettman and the NHL felt the winds of change blowing out of Atlanta as Canadians welcomed the game back to Winnipeg with open arms. On May 31, Bettman announced the principle sale of the Atlanta Thrashers to True North Sports and Entertainment, the owners of the MTS Centre in Winnipeg. As Winnipeg revels in the glory of an NHL franchise, Canadians nationwide should be adamant that the NHL cultivate the fertile grounds of hockeys birth nation. The numbers show that five of the 11 teams with the best attendance reside north of the border, proving that Canadian cites are the most profitable option for the NHL. With substantial hockey markets existing across Canada such as Quebec City and Hamilton it makes sense that the NHL would begin an exile from south of the Mason-Dixon Line. Though Atlanta may have been the first city to lose its team in 14 years, Phoenix has been struggling to keep the Coyotes for almost half a decade. Forbes estimates the Coyotes are the least valuable team in the NHL, and at this rate, the only viable option for Bettman is to cede the Coyotes to a more valuable, colder climate. While NHL teams in cities like Nashville and Phoenix struggle to fill seats on a nightly basis, True North Sports and Entertainments Drive for 13,000 set the table for a new beginning north of the border. In four days, True North reached their season ticket goal for the nameless Winnipeg team despite relatively high prices and a smaller market city. The promising response by the loyal fan base in Winnipeg is proof that it is time to reward deserving Canadian cities. The climate may be colder north of the border, but the resounding reception that Winnipeg received is indicative of the warmth Canadians have for professional hockey. The sale of the Atlanta Thrashers may be a sign of things to come. If the NHL wishes to stay profitable, it would be in their best interest to continue to accommodate their biggest fans, the glowing hearts of the True North, strong and free.

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THINK OF ALL THE EXCITEMENT NHLERS WILL HAVE LIVING IN WINNIPEG. Dale Hawerchuk (above) and Teemu Selanne are two of the all-stars that graced Winnipeg when the Jets were last in town. With the NHL returning to Winnipeg, fans are hoping to see a new generation of superstars take the ice.
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thegazette Friday, June 10, 2011

Sports
Jason Sinukoff SPORTS EDITOR
The Mustangs track and field team is already a force to be reckoned with on the provincial and national stage in Ontario University Athletics and Canadian Interuniversity Sport. This off-season, the Mustangs reloaded as both the mens and womens teams welcome the 2011-12 recruitment class, each highlighted by four star recruits. The four recruits joining the mens team are Brampton native Ike Omoruna, Trent Sayers from Whitby, Thomas Bednarik from Chatham and Chris Cauley of Brockville. The female recruits are led by the quartet of Melissa Carusso from Toronto and London natives Jen Barbon, Amy Grzywnowicz and Kelly Bedek. Omoruna is a four-time Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations medalist. A gifted sprinter, head coach Vickie Croley believes that Omoruna will excel as a Mustang. With the help of our sprint coaches, I look forward to watching him develop into one of Westerns all-time best sprinters, Croley said. Croley also believes that with Omorunas help, all of the Mustang sprinters will shine. With him, this team could medal, Croley said. After completing two years at the University of Notre Dame, Sayers made the choice to transfer to Western. Sayers believes he will be able to provide additional help to an already strong group of runners. I think Ill be able to add a lot both in races, on relays and during workouts. In workouts, it really helps to have a fast and motivated training group to help get you through tough workouts and I think and hope Ill be able to make a good impact in their current group, Sayers said. Though he was sidelined for a year because of an injury to his plantar fascia the thick connective tissue which supports the arch of the foot Sayers still has high hopes for the upcoming track and field season. I would consider next season a disappointment if I didnt get at least one medal at the CIS championships in whatever the coaches and I decide I will be racing in, Sayers remarked. Sayers aspirations are echoed by coach Croley. I believe that if Trent is healthy and happy in his academic, athletic and team environment, he will get back to the times that he ran in high school and better, Croley said. If this happens, he will be a contender at both the OUA and CIS Championships this season in events ranging from 4x400m, 600m, 1000m and 4x800m, she continued. Bednarik has won three OFSAA medals in his young career. His personal bests of 6.79m and 14.08m for the long jump and triple jump respectively

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show that he is capable of breaking into the top tiers of the OUA. Thomas has demonstrated that he is capable of producing results that will get him into the OUA top eight and into the CIS Championships although he is inconsistent, Croley explained. With the strength of his teammates support and push as well as Frank Erle, his Western coach, he will become more consistent and develop into an even better jumper, she continued. Cauley, the fourth highlighted mens recruit in this highly anticipated class, is an accomplished allround athlete. He is a consistent high jumper and can also run the 200m or 400m races. Chris is an all-round athlete that should thrive in the year-round track and field training program. He should compete for a spot in the top eight at the OUA level in his first year and hopefully with development he will become a CIS scorer, Croley said.

Barbon and Grzywnowicz, the dynamic duo from the Mother Teresa Spartans, will be adding depth to the womens sprinting faction. Both Barbon and Grzywnowicz have similar personal bests entering the Mustangs team, with Barbon recording times of 25.80 and 57.74 and Grzywnowicz recording times of 25.83 and 57.83 in the 200m and 400m respectively. They will add to the strength and depth of the already strong long sprint group, Croley said. I expect Jen and Amy to contest for a spot and improve our 4x400m team at the CIS level to bring it into medal contention. Carusso is another prominent recruit joining the Mustangs. She is a talented distance runner who can run in events ranging from the 400m all the way to the five kilometre run. We see Melissa potentially stepping into a lead role on both crosscountry and track teams in her first year, Croley said. The fourth talented womens recruit, Bedek, won the OFSAA bronze medal in the triple jump. She will add depth to an already dangerous jumping division of the Mustangs team. She steps into the most competitive event group of our team that had three girls finish in the top eight at CIS in both long jump and triple jump last season. She will add to the event group depth and we look to Kelly to help keep the group strong after the graduation of All-Canadian Alicia Smith, Croley said.

>> Top 5 Mustang Recruits

Jermaine Bernard - Basketball The star point guard from Toronto was heavily recruited by NCAA Division I schools, as well as top CIS schools. He averaged 14 points and seven assists in his last year. Larry Blyth Basketball The 65 forward from British Columbia was a member of the provincial team. Tyler Varga Football Varga is a highly recruited running back from Kitchener who chose Western over several American schools, including Baylor and Dartmouth. Richard Balfour Wrestling The London-Western Wrestling Club star will bolster the Mustangs this year. He is competing for Canadas Junior B team in the Junior Pan-Am Games in Brazil this summer. Darryl Waud Football One of the top recruits in Canada, he is considered one of the best defensive linemen in Ontario. He represented Team Ontario in the 2010 Football Canada Cup.

Courtesy of Vickie Croley

Courtesy of Vickie Croley

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