Osborne Times Volume 1, Issue 2 ALBERTA POLITICS
#Decarbonize Grade 10 students in Ms.. Beebe’s class, along with Anna Goplen, Autumn Jiang, and students from 13 countries, and 6 continents have been collaborating on the largest youth written paper of it’s kind, titled “Global youth white paper on climate change” Canadian youth are leading the planet through the facilitation of Decarbonize, the world's
November Edition
"A Cabinet That Looks Like Canada” Canada’s New Cabinet - Diverse and Ready POLITICS On November 4th, Justin Trudeau, Canada’s 23rd Prime Minister and his chosen Cabinet were sworn into the Government of Canada as leaders of the country. News has been buzzing since our prime minister Trudeau released his official cabinet; and two of our writers set out to find out more information about Canada’s new, diverse Cabinet:
Aysha Ossoble, grade 10:
Anna Goplen, Autumn Jiang, Jillian Nieberding Introducing Premier Notley largest synthesis of youth research recommending international policy and education reforms while powering a global call to action on Climate Change. The white paper is a letter to the leaders of the planet gathering at COP21, representing the voice of 10,000 youth, from 14 nations, through 25,000 hours of collaboration.
“During election day, October 19th, the Liberal Party defeated the nearly 9 year reign of the Conservative Party, lead by the formerly incumbent Stephen Harper. The Liberals won a remarkable 184 seats in the House Of Commons, forming a majority government. Since that historic day, Trudeau has made it exceedingly clear in his values of proper representation that ‘looks like Canada’. He has included leaders of various backgrounds and circumstances. Including more Indigenous, disabled, younger, older, and former refugee representatives. One of the more acknowledged heads is Harjit Sajjan, the Minister of Defence and representative of Vancouver South riding. Immigrating to Canada when he was 5, Sajjan is now a combat veteran and former detective. He is the first Sikh Immigrant to command a Canadian army regiment. Another celebrated member in supposedly one of Canada’s
most diverse Cabinets in history is Marc Garneau, the Minister of Transport. A familiar name perhaps, as Garneau was the first Canadian to ever walk space. Fitting with Prime Minister Trudeau’s words, ‘Canadians expect to see their values and priorities reflected in their government’. With new change, however, comes deep promises. Minister of Immigration, John McCallum, is working with both the Health Minister Jane Philpott, and Defence Minister Harjit Sajjan, along with several others, to progress on the Syrian refugee concern. Currently, the Liberals are going through with their vision of taking in a total of 25,000 refugees by the end of the year. However, the implementation of how to get the asylum seekers to Canada, along with several other concerns is still in the process. In spite of recent events and obstacles in the way however, many Canadians put trust in the Liberal government and are looking forward to what's in store for Canada’s Future.”
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Maha Mahmood, grade 11:
"Canada is going to be a strong and positive actor on the world stage ." -Justin Trudeau
“Many Canadians are surprised by the specific selection of our 30 member cabinet, this being the gender balance between the members, out of 30 MPs there are 15 female members and 15 male members not counting the prime minister. In response to why he felt the need to create a cabinet with an equal amount of male and female members, Canada's first in history, Justin Trudeau responded to reporters gathered outside Rideau Hall, "because it's 2015."
Justin Trudeau and his Cabinet, 2015
Justin Trudeau made promises that his government would be one based on trust and teamwork that delivered "evidence based policy." With a lot of Other facts regarding the 30 upcoming plans such as fulfilling Members of Parliament, there a pledge to resettle 25,000 Syriare four Sikh members and two an refugees and pushing for Aboriginal members. human rights in the upcoming (Kwakwaka'wakw Inuit) Three talks in China we will see how of our ministers are born outTrudeau starts off his next 4 side of Canada. (India, Afghaniyears as our Canadian Prime stan) In regional distribution Minister. "Government by cabifour are from the Atlantic, net is back," he said and seven from Quebec, eleven "Canada is going to be a strong from Ontario, eight from the and positive actor on the world West and one from the North. stage ." In specifics there are three ministers from Alberta and one from Edmonton, Amarjeet A Turning Point for Sohi. The others, Kent Hehr and Ralph Goodale, are from Turkey - Russian Calgary and Regina. Overall for the selection process Justin Trudeau went through to pick his cabinet, he made his choices based on several key factors, according to Liberal insiders familiar to the selection process. These including the size of the cabinet, gender equality, ethnic diversity, regional distribution and a balance of new and veteran MPs. Some critics have suggested Trudeau is putting gender and regional concerns ahead of talent as the top priority in selecting the ministers. What is your opinion on this matter?
Jet Shot Down
sidered to be our ally". He had after notified United States of the flight path and had come to a conclusion that it was very unlikely that Turkey had not noticed it was a Russian jet and that the warnings were unviable as the jet was only in Turkish territory for 17 seconds. During this, one of the two air pilots, Alexander Pozynich, was sent into panic and parachuted out of the burning plane. He was killed by gunfire. His copilot, Konstantin Murakhtin, however came to the ground safely and was rescued after a 12 hour mission. Stating that the jet was given no warning, he is looking forward to flying again, saying, "I want payback for my commander".
In spite of this however, Turkish president Recep Tayyip Erdoğan keeps to his view and POLITICS will not apologize for the acAysha Ossoble tions on his behalf and states, "Those who violated our airA Russian warplane was shot space are the ones who need down on November 24th after to apologize. Our pilots and allegedly receiving multiple our armed forces, they simply warnings about entering the fulfilled their duties, which Turkish airspace. consisted of responding to violations of the rules of enRussian president Vladimir Putin has since stated that the gagement.” Turkey later restrikes were unexpected and leased audio of the suspected that "It did not even come into Continued on page 3 our mind that we could be struck by a party that we con-
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such as ISIS a new leeway to
audio between the Turkish airbase and the plane.
the weaknesses of the globalized world.
Turkey, a NATO alliance country is the first in half a century to openly shoot down a Russian plane. An emergency
Many citizens of Turkey are not happy with their country's actions however and have been seen surrounding various government buildings and throwing stones and other objects at them. Calling officials “murderers” and “cowards”, police officers are now keeping hold of the protests and making sure no dire outcomes are seen as a result of this.
NATO meeting was scheduled later that day, many representatives such as United States president Barack Obama and French president François Hollande, stating similar views that any escalation would be damaging. Especially that the newly re awakened struggle between the two countries could potentially give terrorist organizations
Russia-Turkey relations will still be strained nonetheless, as Lieutenant General Sergei Rud-
skoy of Russia has stated that while the incident has given insight of the flaws within the air defense system, all military level contacts with Turkey will be terminated. Putin also has the ability to control Turkey's economic system with an iron fist as around 60% of its natural gas is imported from Russia. The two countries will both have much to develop within respondance to each other, especially as the civil war within Syria continues to leave bigger impacts upon the world and its bearings.
Trending Restaurants RESTAURANT REVIEWS
Yifan Hu #YEGramen Culture Kazoku Ramen Price range: $$ - 16518 100 Avenue NW Kazoku Ramen recently just opened last month along 100th Avenue! Owned by a man who found a love for ramen from trying bowls all around the world, he decided to open his own ramen shop. Seating available to around 50 diners, this ramen house is spacious and stylish with the cutest mural art drawn on the walls. Ranging from miso ramen to Waffleyaki, Kazoku Ramen will definitely give you YEG’s best Japanese food. I personally tried the classic Kazoku ramen ($15), featuring delicious Chinese style char siu, a soft-boiled egg, nori, bamboo shoots, black fungus, sesame seeds, green onion and narutomaki. I expected the broth to be much heavier but I was surprised by the clear, light broth. It has subtle green onion
flavours to it but sadly, the broth was a bit too light for my liking. A taste of Thai on Whyte Kaengthai Bistro Price range: $$ - 10152 82 Avenue A small family owned restaurant located along Whyte Ave, Kaengthai Bistro brings authentic Thai food cooked directly from a Thai family. Clean decor and casual setting, this spot is the perfect place to relax and chat with a couple of friends or family members. Protocol here is to order off the menu at the counter and paying before you receive your food. You are also given the option to customize your own level of spiciness with the default starting at mild. They have quite a few Thai classics here from pad thai to tom yum soup but I was quite disappointed that they didn’t have one of Thailand’s most popular dishes; mango sticky
rice. I ordered the vegetable pad thai ($6) with mild spiciness and the noodles were cooked evenly and perfectly. Very well done and not rubbery and overcooked. This place is a MUST-GO for Thai food and is relatively more affordable compared to many of the other Thai places in Edmonton. Your Neighbourhood Vegetarian Chef - Loma House Vegetarian Express Price range: $$ - 9142 23 Avenue Family owned and operated since 2010, Loma House brings you the finest vegetarian and vegan food in Edmonton. Offering a fresh variety of meat substitutes and finding inspiration from exotic Asian dishes, the owners combined Western cuisine with the traditional flavours of Asia to create unique meals. Continued on Page 4
Kazoku bowl at Kazoku Ramen
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Congratulations to our Sr. Men’s Basketball team, lead by Coach Whittingham, on their win at our home opener tournament this weekend. The boys represented our school with dignity and class. Congratulations Josh White on winning tournament MVP! We are proud of all of you!!! We look forward to a great season for all our basketball teams! Trending Restaurants Continued from Page 3 Loma House strives for affordable, wholesome and vegetarian food for all. I had the Imperial Kung Pao Chicken bento box ($17) as well as the Vegan Chocolate Cake ($4). I found the soychicken to be cooked evenly and the flavor was very strong and present throughout. Unlike most other vegetarian dishes, this one fooled me to think it was real chicken. Although a little on the expensive side, it was very filling. I was however,
a little disappointed in the Vegan Chocolate Cake. It was
quite flaky and a bit dry unlike the chocolate cake I’m used to.
Loma House Vegetarian Express
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Bees Feel the Sting GLOBAL ISSUES
M.D.M Honeybees have been serving humans for many years now, and it’s our turn to help the tiny insects. Biologists are trying to find out what’s causing the mass death of bees all over the world. Scientists in France have attached tiny microchips to the backs of bees, which they hope will help them monitor the lives of the individual bees and discover what’s killing them. Extinction of Bees Bees pollinate 75% of all the crops eaten by humans. In the United States, the numbers of honeybees have decreased by 70% in less than 10 years. In Europe, bee colonies have decreased by 20 to 30% a year; nobody knows why. French scientists want to know why these billions of bees from all over the world have disappeared in the last decade. Particular scientists have long led the way in trying to find explanations for the declination in bee population. They take their work very seriously at the French Laboratorie Biologie et Protection de l’abeille. In Avignon, the scientists have devel-
oped a tool (which is microchips) that makes it possible to track a large number of individual bees. Each bee has a microchip put on their back. Once the chips are on, it assists the scientists in helping the bees that are at risk of extinction. After the chips are on they are moved to their hives with scanners at the entrances to register when that particular bee leaves the hive, how long their gone and when they come back. They then test the bees to see if different influencing factors affect their behavior. While studying the interactions among different stress factors, they cannot rule out that one single factor behind it all. There is a possibility that it could be more than one factor. Some examples are electromagnetic radiation from mobile phones, pesticides, climate change, pests, and disease. The electromagnetic radiation may interfere with the bees’ navigation around or to their hive. With all of these unlimited individual bees, scientists can influence them in many different ways to see what happens when they are exposed to the different
factors. There has been a confirmed suspicion that a small dose of pesticide spray does make it harder for the bees to find their nest. Scientists are still confirming whether or not pesticides are the main culprit, or if other factors also play a huge role. Implications to Science and Society I chose to write this article because, once I found out that bees were in danger, I wanted to do something about it and find out more. Since everyone (at least I hope) knows the consequences to the complete death of bees, more research should be done so that we can find out what is killing them. Once this task is complete, we can stop it or try to stop it. If bees die, the crops, food, plants and trees won’t be pollinated which would mean they would all die out. Then we would have no food to eat. Eventually, the earth would die, along with us. This means that we need to protect or find a way to stop the deaths of bees. If we don’t, then say good bye to earth.
Western Canada Fashion Week FASHION
Sara Mokhtari Milan, Paris, London, and New York are some of the most well-known fashion capitals of the world, and as a fan/admirer of fashion and beauty it is the dream to be able to attend any of their fashion weeks. However, for most of us living in Edmonton they are not the most accessible events to attend, therefore we may be lead to believe that we are extensively
far from the fashion and beauty industry. What many of us may not be aware of, however, is that we have the 2nd largest fashion week in Canada in our city. This fantastic “nationally recognized fashion and design event” is known as the Western Canada Fashion Week (WCFW). The Western Canada Fashion Week has been held in Edmon-
ton for the past 10 years, displaying 21 seasons of fashion and beauty. This event is the perfect opportunity for any designer, hairstylist, makeup artist, model, and photographer out there. In order to be a part of the show there are two options that you can pick from . Continued on Page 6
Bees pollinate 75% of all the crops eaten by humans.
Electromagnetic radiation may have a negative effect on bees.
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Runway at Western Canada Fashion
it all depends on whether you would like to work behind the scenes and help with the fittings, makeup, hairstyles, modelling, or photography, or whether you would like to enter in one of the eight competitions they offer. If you would like to work behind the scenes you can easily find their contact information on http:// westerncanadafashionweek.com/contact/, and if you would like to enter in the competition where as a winner you will be given the platform to
showcase your designs and attract the recognition to launch your own clothing line or open your own boutique, you can find the perfect competition for you at www.westerncanadafashion week.com/competitions/. The specific dates for the events vary from year to year but remain within September and March annually. The date of the upcoming Spring show is from March 24th to 31st, and the Fall show is from September 15th to 24th. The show goes on for nine days and is
held every year at ATB Financial Arts Barns from 8:30-10:30. The tickets for the show are reasonably priced, as they are $25 per night at the door or $105 for a weekly pass where you will save $120. If you are interested in this awesome show go on their website where you will be able to look at the past and present designers, shows, competition judges, and enter competitions: www.westerncanadafashion week.com.
Throne of Glass by Sarah J. Maas BOOK REVIEW
M.D.M Throne of Glass
“Fans of Game of Thrones and Hunger Games will love it!” -Colleen Houck, New York Times best selling author of the Tiger’s Curse series
Sarah J. Maas Fantasy In a world without magic, an assassin is summoned to the castle. She comes not to kill the vicious king who rules from his throne of glass but to win her freedom. If she defeats twenty-three killers, thieves, and warriors in a competition, she will be released from prison to serve as the King’s Champion. Her name is Celaena Sardothien. The Crown Prince will provoke her. The Captain of the Guard will protect her. And a princess from a faraway land will befriend her. But something evil dwells in the castle – and it’s there to kill. When her competitors start dying one by one, Celaena’s fight for freedom becomes a fight for survival – and a desperate quest to root out the
evil before it destroys her world. *** Do you love fantasy, romance, magic, action, adventure, and mystery? Then this is the book for you! The first few sentences immediately hook the reader, plunging them into Celaena Sardothien’s world. The book has a fresh charm to it that kept me turning the pages to see how the story would unfold. There are four novellas that provide the essential background info about the protagonist before the first book however, you do not need to read them to understand the book. There are currently three other books in the series, and more will be following. The story introduces the main characters and the situation very quickly. It is simplistic and for most Yong Adult (YA) readers is fun to read. The pace entices the reader to turn
the pages to see what happens next. There are some truly fun twists which helps set up the climax of the story as well as hints for future books. Overall this book is very much a great read in my opinion and should be remembered for the genre and its memorable characters. Sarah J. Maas gives a very pleasant read with a strong heroine.
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Student Who Declined Help From Classmate Comes Crawling Back SATIRICAL ARTICLE
Yifan Hu EDMONTON, AB- One day before the due date of a personal response essay, and with a dirty look and small shake of his head, a Lillian Osborne High School student declined his classmate’s initial offer for help. Jonathan Smyth, 15, reportedly came crawling back for help on Thursday. “I was shocked, he said he could do this himself.” said Patricia Kim, 16, who was Smyth’s classmate and described how Smyth bursted
into class with his notes clutched in one hand as he begged for Kim’s help moments after he arrogantly brushed aside her offer before proceeding to start his essay with fauxconfidence. “I’m not sure how to do this.” Smyth had said, barely able to meet his classmate’s eyes. Smyth was reported to be a cocky, young man who tried to start everything by himself but always ended up failing. Smyth had refused an interview with Legends News
claiming he was “busy” but was reportedly partying at a friend’s house. “Maybe he was just embarrassed.” Kim said with a small chuckle. “Hopefully, he’ll get over his conceited self and admit to needing help when he needs it.” Photo provided by photographer, Bob Duncan as he snaps a picture of Smyth stressing over his essay on Thursday.
Everything’s Going to be Alright POETRY
M.D.M Her eyes a sapphire green
Her soft spoken words
With a golden brown in between
Yet so loud and full of meaning
Sparkling and shimmering
Penetrate the darkest thoughts
In the light
Saying that
Saying that
Everything’s going to be alright.
Everything’s going to be alright. Her eyes a sapphire green Her smile lights up her face
With a golden brown in between
Pink and white
Sparkling and shimmering
Making her glow with a radiant light
In the light
Saying that
Saying that
Everything’s going to be alright.
Everything’s going to be alright.
Her embrace warm as the sun Never failing to heat up the coldest heart With love, caring, and delight Saying that Everything’s going to be alright.
Photo provided by photographer, Bob Duncan as he snaps a picture of Smyth stressing over his essay on Thursday
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Turkish Delight RECEPIES
Annie Yee the sugar, 1 1/2 cups of the water, and the lemon juice. Stir until the sugar dissolves and the mixture boils. Reduce the heat and simmer gently, without stirring, until the mixture reaches the soft-ball stage (240°F on a candy thermometer). Remove the pan from the heat.
Turkish Delight is a is a family of confections based on a gel of starch and sugar. It often packaged and eaten in small cubes dusted with icing sugar, copra, or powdered cream of tartar, to prevent clinging. Ingredients Nutrition Servings 80-100 Units US 4 cups sugar 4 1⁄2 cups water
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2 teaspoons lemon juice 1 1⁄4 cups cornstarch 1 teaspoon cream of tartar 1 1⁄2 tablespoons rose water 1 -10 drop red food coloring (optional) 1 cup confectioners' sugar Directions 1.
Oil a 9-inch square pan. Line with plastic wrap and oil the plastic wrap.
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In a heavy saucepan over medium heat, combine
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In a second large heavy saucepan over medium heat, stir together 1 cup cornstarch and the cream of tartar. Gradually stir in the remaining 3 cups of water until no lumps remain. Stir constantly, until the mixture boils and is a thick, gluey paste. Slowly pour the hot sugar, water, and lemon juice syrup into the cornstarch mixture, stirring constantly. Reduce the heat and simmer, stirring often to prevent
sticking, for about 1 hour, or until the mixture has become a pale golden color. 5.
Stir in the rosewater and tint as desired with food coloring. Pour the mixture into the prepared pan and spread evenly. Cool to room temperature and let stand, uncovered, overnight to set.
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Sift the confectioners sugar and the remaining 1/4 cup cornstarch onto a large cutting board. Turn the Turkish delight out and cut into 1-inch squares with an oiled knife. Roll pieces in the sugar mixture to coat well. Store in an airtight container with sheets of waxed paper, dusted with the sugar mixture, separating every layer.
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Submission by Parand Mohandesi “ I have a lot to say about bullying. I was bullied for 8 years at my old school in BC; ever since I was in grade 1 all the way to the beginning of grade 9. Bullying can effect a person’s life forever. For me, being bullied has led to a lot of social anxiety and other mental health issues that cant be resolved. I cant go to a store without getting anxious seeing peers my own age because of people did to me; I was called names, I was beat up, I was even locked in a locker one day for over an hour and nobody did anything about it. If you see bullying, make sure that you stop it; because statically if you intervene when someone is being bullied, the action will stop in about 8 seconds. If someone did that for me, my life would be a whole lot different than it is now.� Emily Harvey, grade 11
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