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New legislation has been introduced in Alberta that will bring about adding two new visuals to the drivers license. Premier Danielle Smith said that the government will be adding a citizenship marker and Alberta healthcare numbers to drivers licenses starting fall 2026. Danielle Smith say this will create a more strea...

Sensitive Content warning: this blog mentions suicide November is men's heath awareness month with November 19th being international men's day. The goal of men's heath awareness month is to bring awareness to issues men face like mental health, prostate cancer and testicular cancer. With mental health being something t...

The MRU Cubs are the dance team here at Mount Royal University. If you have ever been to the men and women's basketball/volleyball games, odds are you would have seen this energetic group of hard working ladies in between games. The team meets three to five times a week to prepare for their game days and other events....

University students navigate intense schedules, shifting routines, and figuring out life moments. Many of them brush off low moods or lack of energy, yet for some, it could be Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). According to the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH), SAD is a type of depression that occurs at th...

Faces and Places exhibition showing at Illingworth Kerr Gallery at the Alberta University of Arts, brings together Calgary's vibrant art community through the works that connect the past and present. It is curated by Tak Pham and the exhibition is open until November 22, 2025. The gallery is open Tuesday, Wednesday an...

Recognizing the signs Winter is just around the corner, and with it come cold temperatures. Exposure to cold weather can lead to serious health issues if students are not aware of the symptoms. These health issues include: Wind burn Frostbite Hypothermia How they look The regular temperature of the human body is around...

The 2026 Grammy Nominees have been revealed by the recording academy. Kendrick Lamar leads the way with nine nominations spanning across several categories. He is followed close behind by Lady Gaga, Jack Antonoff, and Cirkut who all have seven. Other prominent names with multiple nominations include Bad Bunny, Sabrina ...

Spotify fans patiently wait for one thing every December: Spotify Wrapped. At the end of the year, the music service gives listeners a chance to look back at their top songs, artists, and genres. This has now become a major online event. It fills up everyone's social media feeds with their personal listening recaps. W...

Movember is an organization that hosts an annual event where participants grow a moustache during the month of November. The goal is to raise money and awareness for several causes, including: Men's health Mental health and suicide prevention Prostate Cancer Testicular Cancer The name Movember is a combination of Novem...

Calgary's temperatures are currently dropping, and that means flu season is in full swing. Mount Royal University students are encouraged to get their flu shots for the rest of the fall semester to protect each other from the flu virus. Why get the vaccine? The influenza virus has different strains every year, which is...

Halloween is finally upon us, and there's plenty of holiday events going on around the city. Whether you're looking for something scary or just in the mood for fall vibes, here are five Halloween activities going on around the city this week. Calgary Ghost Walks - All week! Do you believe in ghosts? Are you just a fan ...

Mayoral Race Results 2025 Unofficial results show Jeromy Farkas holding a narrow lead of fewer than 600 votes over Sonya Sharp in Calgary's mayoral race. Sharp has indicated she would seek a recount, as this slim margin meets the threshold under Alberta's election regulations once official results are released later to...

A new scheme has recently emerged involving packages that people didn't order, and certainly containing something they don't want: a malicious QR code that steals their data, or worse, their credit card information. How the scam works Unsuspecting victims find a mystery package on their doorstep that contains a QR code...

Mount Royal University's LEAP program offers students the opportunity to learn English. Anyone can join the "Language Education for Academic Purposes" at 4 different levels of expertise. LEAP 1 is the beginner course LEAP 2 and 3 are great for intermediate English LEAP 4 is the most advanced course Each LEAP ...

In Calgary, we never really know how long the fall season is actually going to last. It's essential that we indulge in every corner of the season's festivities while it lasts. Carving pumpkins and eating turkey are sure to get you in the fall mood, but sometimes it's nicer to sit back, relax and let a movie bring the s...

The Student Association of Mount Royal University (SAMRU) is about to open applications for their financial aid program known as the Experiential Learning Fund (ELF). The ELF program helps students fund educational opportunities outside of Mount Royal University (MRU) such as exchange programs, field schools, and confe...

The seven-week event features pumpkin art, live carving, food trucks and affordable fun. Pumpkins After Dark offers a great cozy event for the cooler weather and shorter days coming. This outdoor fall experience guides visitors through pathways lined with glowing, hand-carved pumpkins. Elaborate displays showcase every...

Vila Nova De Gaia In the District of Porto, Portugal, there is a famous hill by the name of Mira Douro da Serra do Pilar. There are two major hills in Vila Nova De Gaia, Mira Douro da Serra do Pilar and Jardim do Morro which is located right across the river. The history of the hill dates back to the building of the M...

Finding calm Spending time outdoors is one of the easiest ways to support your mental health. Fresh air, natural light and open space can ease stress and lift your mood. Even a short walk outside can clear the mind and bring a sense of calm that is hard to find indoors. Nature gives you a chance to slow down. A walk by...

Alberta is the first province to add a Canadian citizenship marker to driver's licences and ID cards. The provincial government says it will offer residents a single card to access programs and services. The new licences will be issued starting in fall 2026. What this means for Albertans The citizenship marker will be ...

Discussion about the "Holiday" Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau recognized the 30th of September in 2021 as "The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation." Trudeau did so after the Truth and Reconciliation Commission of Canada (TRC) released 94 calls to action in 2015 that could lead to recon...

National Day for Truth and Reconciliation lands on Sept. 30 each year. Canadians often wear wear orange shirts on this day. It's important to understand the reason behind this act. Orange shirts symbolize the loss of freedom, culture, and self-esteem that Indigenous children experienced in residential schools. More tha...

Downloading add-ons comes with the risk of being hacked. Extensions on your computer could be hiding malware to hijack your data and sell it to outside parties. The risks Rogue extension malware presented as security, editing, and AI help are being used to steal data from your computer. Sending you unwanted sites, pop ...

Summarizing the UPASS The UPASS at Mount Royal University is a program allowing free transit access for full time students. MRU considers a full-time student to be enrolled in a minimum of nine credits or a 60% work load. It is included as mandatory fee. Everyone can access their UPASS by registering through MyFare or ...

Mount Royal University has secured its place at the forefront of aviation education through its role in the Alberta Training Centre of Excellence in aviation and aerospace. In October, Mount Royal launched the Springbank Aviation Campus and honored its aviation alumni; highlighting Alberta's leadership in the industry...

Mount Royal University is proud to announce the grand opening of the Springbank Aviation Campus. The new aviation facility boasts 3,402 square-metres of space. MRU is a proud leader in Alberta's aviation industry, and the introduction of the new campus will set new frontiers for aviation education for decades to come. ...

From Done It's a common occurrence in Calgary homes. Pieces of used sports equipment spending their days as exceptionally expensive paperweights buried in basements and the back corners of a closet. However, what was once believed to be the end of the road for some sporting goods can be so much more to a child who has ...

Crumbl Cookies has captivated dessert lovers since 2017, starting with a mission to perfect the chocolate chip cookie. Founded by cousins Jason McGowan and Sawyer Hemsley in Logan, Utah, Crumbl has rapidly expanded to over 1,000 locations across the U.S. and Canada, including three in Calgary: Westhill, Deerfoot Meadow...

Although it may be no surprise to see classic muscle cars and European exotics fetching absurd prices at auction for the past few years, it might be shocking to see a lowly 1986 Toyota Corolla sell for US$40 000, (C$55 000) on the popular auction site Bring A Trailer. While it may look like an unassuming mid 1980's Jap...

As the leaves turn orange and the evenings get longer, Pumpkins After Dark comes alive at Winsport, Canada Olympic Park, located in Calgary, AB. This captivating display of artistry and illumination typically runs annually from early October to the end of the month. This event sets visitors off on a Halloween spirit an...

"Piece by Piece" is an inspiring documentary that dives into the life and creative journey of Pharrell Williams a multicomplex artist known for his impact on music, fashion, and culture. Directed by the talented Morgan Deville, the film offers an intimate look at Pharrell's evolution in LEGO, showcasing not j...

Family game night is a tradition held by many families around the world. While many of the most successful games today are stylistically modern, some of the most consistently popular games have been around for decades. Here are some of the best-selling and most popular board and card games playable today, ranging from ...

Halloween is coming up which means everyone is getting their best costumes ready. Cosplay is a fun hobby that can be done any time of the year and you can dress up as whoever you want. This time of year is perfect for getting your cosplay ready and maybe preparing it to wear to a convention later in the year. Cosplay i...

He's known as many things. The blue blur, the fastest thing alive, the legendary hedgehog, all nicknames for one creature: Sonic the Hedgehog. Sonic is often viewed as being in the upper echelon of video game mascots; such as his industry and olympic rival, Mario. But recently, it seems like recognition alone hasn't be...

Every so often, the city of Calgary almost stands still for a few minutes to gaze at the sky, squinting their eyes as much as they can to grab a glimpse of the beautifully jade-coloured northern lights. Some were fortunate enough to catch a glimpse of it, but many people, being in the same city, say they couldn't see i...

The Calgary International Film Festival or CIFF has officially drawn to a close, but they continue to screen new releases with their first look series. On October 23rd the festival will be hosting a screening of Emilia Pérez at the Globe Cinema downtown. First look series. As a non-profit organization CIFF has ...

This year marks the 38th anniversary of Andrew Lloyd Webber's iconic musical, "The Phantom of the Opera," which debuted on October 9, 1986. The play has left its mark on the world of theatre, from its haunting melodies to its captivating storyline. This anniversary is the perfect reminder for fans to revisit ...

Brad Pitt as Billy Beane said it best Baseball Playoffs in the MLB are beautiful in so many ways, whether it's watching a hate filled rivalry, or watching a player that's never been to the postseason hit a homerun. Seeing any team celebrate anything, fans get goosebumps, they might even get teary eyed... or that might ...

Feeling stressed? You are not alone as your peers are likely feeling the same way. Managing stress while attending Mount Royal University With midterm exams coming up before and after MRU's fall reading break, many students (me included) are feeling stressed due to the weight of their courses piling up. I find myself ...

Even 20 years after its debut, the 2002 Corvette Z06 continues to impress. Despite being 22 years old, this American muscle car still has people craning their necks to see it. This high-performance variant of the base Corvette was engineered to be faster and lighter than ever before. Corvette was always willing to push...