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WARNING: This story contains distressing details. As the Pope’s visit to Canada draws near, CBC Edmonton asked several Indigenous young people what the visit means to them and what impact they hope it has on their communities. Pope Francis, set to arrive in Edmonton on Sunday, is expected to deliver an apology …
Read More »Sports gambling has victims — and they are typically highly educated young men
CBC Saskatchewan is looking at single-event sports betting in the province. This story is a part of a series examining its impact. Read Part 1 here, which focuses on a Conservative MP who says the Saskatchewan government has “dropped the ball” on single-event sports betting. His private member’s bill paved …
Read More »Pandemic hiatus leaves some young athletes with 2 left feet
From baseball to dancing, fencing to soccer, some children are taking a little bit longer to get back into the groove of sports as they come out of a pandemic hiatus. That may look like a clumsy dribble or two, more frequent “catch your breath” breaks, and awkward social interactions. Instructors across …
Read More »Young consumers are opting to buy now and pay later, as more companies enter the financing game
When Jameil Joseph goes to check out his online shopping cart, he’ll often click on the option to buy now and pay later. Most of his friends do it, too, he said. “I use them whenever they’re available,” said Joseph. “It’s always better to have extra money.” Increasingly, online retailers …
Read More »Young readers suffer when books are banned, says Canadian poet Rupi Kaur
Upon hearing that her debut book of poetry was under fire in Texas, Rupi Kaur’s initial reaction was sorrow. Her collection of poems, milk and honey, which received widespread acclaim upon its release in 2014, is partly inspired by her experience with sexual assault and gender-based violence. It is also, now, …
Read More »Elon Musk Has A ‘Gyaan’ For Young People
Elon Musk is the CEO of Tesla Motors and SpaceX. (Imagestock: Shutterstock) He also advised students to read and develop their general knowledge so they know what’s going on around the world. Musk also noted that the more you talk to different kinds of people from all over the world, …
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