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The independent student newspaper of Simon Fraser University. Follow us on Twitter and IG . Want to join the ranks of student journalists?

You've come to the right place. The Peak is always looking for writers, illustrators, photographers, and videographers. Our pitch meetings happen Fridays at 3PM, this semester, online on zoom and it's the best way to meet editors and find out how we run the paper. Alternatively, send an email to the promotions coordinator or the section editor you'd like to write for, and we'll get you all set up.

08/01/2023

NEWS: TSSU engages strike action at Surrey campus

“I would argue it’s part of one’s education here at SFU to participate and be involved in this workers’ movement right here on campus.” - Dalton Kamish, TSSU member

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/08/tssu-engages-strike-action-at-surrey-campus/

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer
PHOTO: Sadia Nasrin

07/31/2023

FEATURES: Why all SFU research assistants must act now to finally win a union

"This final push is the culmination of RAs fighting together for our rights for years. Our modest demands — for health benefits, job security, and fair pay — have not changed since day one. But SFU still refuses to meet them. "

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/why-all-sfu-research-assistants-must-act-now-to-finally-win-a-union/

By: Kelvin Gawley, SFU Student
PHOTO: Sherry Young

07/25/2023

NEWS: Indigenous Student Centre hosts information session

“Building Indigenous cultures of continuous learning is always progressing toward revitalization of our Indigenous cultures, values, and respect.” — Elder Marie Hooper

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/indigenous-student-centre-hosts-information-session/

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer
PHOTO: Afsaneh Keivanshekouh / The Peak

07/25/2023

ARTS: Sumaiya Tufail to deliver TEDxSFU talk on poetry as resistance

“Poetry has always been a way for me to heal and resist.” — Sumaiya Tufail

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/sumaiya-tufail-to-deliver-tedxsfu-talk-on-poetry-as-resistance/

By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer
Photo: Courtesy of Sumaiya Tufail

07/21/2023

NEWS: Beedie wins condo approval in Chinatown at 105 Keefer

“This is what happens when we look at housing as a commodity and not a fundamental human right.” — Jade Ho, SFU scholar

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/beedie-wins-condo-approval-in-chinatown-at-105-keefer/

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer
PHOTO: Kriti Monga / The Peak

07/14/2023

ARTS: New app lets you take Indigenous-guided tours at your own pace

"I enjoyed learning about how trees are connected and giving in their own unique ways. It was a reminder of how much wisdom they hold, being centuries old."

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/new-app-lets-you-take-indigenous-guided-tours-at-your-own-pace/

By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor
PHOTO: Amirul Anirban / The Peak

07/14/2023

NEWS: BCGEU donates $200,000 to TSSU Strike Fund

“This powerful act of solidarity means that we can sustain picket lines to keep the pressure up.” — Paul Finch, British Columbia General Employees’ Union

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/bcgeu-donates-200000-to-tssu-strike-fund/

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer
PHOTO: Olivia Sherman / The Peak

07/12/2023

HUMOUR: Horoscopes July 10 – 16

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/horoscopes-july-10-16/

By: Petra Chase, Arts & Culture Editor
PHOTO: Amirul Anirban / The Peak

07/12/2023

It’s that time of the semester again! Do you have what it takes to be a part of the best independent news source at Simon Fraser University? If so, we want you! ⭐️

📝 We’re looking for talented, ambitious SFU students to take on roles for our Fall 2023 editorial team!

⚡️ Applicants are expected to send in a resume and cover letter to [email protected] by July 28, specifying which position they are applying for
🖊 If you are applying to be a part of the writing team, please include a writing sample.
💻 Incidentally, if you are applying to be a part of the production/multimedia team, please include a portfolio

👀 Read more about each job description at https://the-peak.ca/jobs/

And feel free email us at [email protected] if you have any questions!

07/11/2023

FEATURES: Meet the Pets of The Peak. Part 1

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/07/meet-the-pets-of-the-peak-part-1/

By: The Peak Staff
PHOTO: Andrew S / Unsplash

06/30/2023

NEWS: NDP proposes new housing plan to lower rent and stop renovictions

“We need to stop the corporate actors from treating housing as a commodity. Housing is a basic human right. It’s not a commodity and it should not be used as such.” — Jenny Kwan, MP of Vancouver East and NDP housing critic

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/ndp-proposes-new-housing-plan-to-lower-rent-and-stop-renovictions/

By: Isabella Urbani, Staff Writer
PHOTO: Aria Amirmoini / The Peak

06/30/2023

HUMOUR: The silver lining of not getting an RA living wage

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/the-silver-lining-of-not-getting-an-ra-living-wage/

By: Anthony Houston, SFU student
PHOTO: Bekka Mongeau / Pexels

06/29/2023

ARTS: Event brings Indigenous creatives together in joyful celebration of culture and identity

“Indigenous people are resilient, and they’re thriving, and they’re beautiful.” — event attendee

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/event-brings-indigenous-creatives-together-in-joyful-celebration-of-culture-and-identity/

By: Eden Chipperfield, News Writer
Photo: Gabrielle Parent, SFU Public Square

SFU Public Square

06/24/2023

ARTS: Graphic novel combats racism in the publishing industry with humour

"The three twenty-something roommates rely on their tightly-woven friendships to navigate these challenges and encourage each other to achieve their greatest aspirations — no matter what it takes."

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/graphic-novel-combats-racism-in-the-publishing-industry-with-humour/

By: Saije Rusimovici, Staff Writer
Photo: Courtesy of Plume

06/23/2023

HUMOUR: Local guy sprints to catch the SkyTrain, knowing damn well the next one arrives in two minutes

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/local-guy-sprints-to-catch-the-skytrain-knowing-damn-well-the-next-one-arrives-in-two-minutes/

By: Hailey Miller, SFU Student
ILLUSTRATION: Alyssa Umbal / The Peak

06/23/2023

NEWS: TSSU members form picket line in labour action

"It's our right to have a picket line. You know, we take it very seriously, and we're going to keep fighting." — Kayla Hilstob, TSSU Chair

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/tssu-members-form-picket-line-in-labour-action/

By: Olivia Sherman, News Writer
PHOTO: Amirul Anirban / The Peak

TSSU Simon Fraser University

06/21/2023

NEWS: SFU Black Caucus and SOCA celebrate 2nd Black Brilliance Graduation

“SFU Black Brilliance Graduation Ceremony, also known as the Kente Graduation Celebration (Sankofa Ceremony), is a celebration of Black excellence and an atmosphere to honour Black graduates” - Jennifer Kandjii, Director of Equity, Diversity and Inclusion

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/sfu-black-caucus-and-soca-celebrate-2nd-black-brilliance-graduation/

By: Eden Chipperfield, News Writer
PHOTO: Courtesy of June N.P. Francis

06/21/2023

ARTS: Exclusive fight scene from Greta Gerwig’s BARBIE

🔗 https://the-peak.ca/2023/06/exclusive-fight-scene-from-greta-gerwigs-barbie/

By: Izzy Cheung, Staff Writer
ILLUSTRATION: Hailey Gil / The Peak

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