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The government changes the rules on cellphone monopoly Jon Liedtke FEATURES EDITOR Industry Canada recently announced changes towards increasing competition with mobile phone providers to give Canadians more choices, newer technology and better prices. “Our government’s priority is to provide greater wireless coverage at lower rates for consumers. Wireless services are changing our families, our work and our economy,” said federal industry minister Christian Paradis. “The importance of these technologies is undeniable. They increase productivity, spur economic growth, create jobs and enhance the quality of life of Canadian families.” On March 7, Minister Paradis said the government would be reviewing...
Sex is great but not when you’re unprepared and freaking out about catching a sexually transmitted infection or an unwanted baby. Abstinence is always the safest bet, but for the 86 per cent of Lance readers who say they’re getting down, using birth control is necessary. Judy Wilson, health promotions nurse at the University of Windsor’s Student Health Services, lays down facts about some of the most popular birth control methods ... the cheap, the obscure and the unreliable....
While policy makers, members of government and some residents cannot wrap their heads around a decentralized, grassroots and participant driven movement, it’s something that will undoubtedly resurface every few years as different segments of society realize that democracy enables them to actively protest....
Jon Liedtke FEATURES EDITOR There’s a battle being waged in Windsor, and it’s over the 58-year fluoridation of the city’s water supply. One camp of belligerents claim that the other is poisoning the municipality’s water, while the other group counters the claim saying they are enhancing it and providing a much needed service to residents. A vocal group of opposition to the mandatory fluoridation of water has been making their demands loud and clear over the past year: the complete removal of fluoride from our drinking supply. Proponents claim that fluoridating water is both safe and effective— at recommended levels—...
There’s no doubt that Windsor has a well established community of musicians who perform live in venues throughout the city on a regular basis. While established middle-aged rock and rollers perform alongside punk rock acts, it is also common to see folk acts and indie acts performing across town. ...
Every year, we spend more than we said we would on gifts we know people don’t really need. In the true spirit of giving, The Lance suggests supporting local shops and artisans this season. Avoid the throngs of people at the malls and big-box meccas and the boring retail choices therein, and get the warm and fuzzy feeling that your money is supporting our community. 1. Roll around the Christmas tree on a modern classic: Norco CityGlide $535-$889 @ Courtesy Bicycles, 3154 Sandwich St., courtesybicycles.ca • 2. Too much tinsel? Shade your eyes in designer frames from Prada, Paul Smith,...
