Noeka Nimmervoll

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Reconciliation goes beyond economic solutions

Peak Web July 9, 2025

By: Noeka Nimmervoll, Staff Writer The federal Liberal party is busy. Claiming to strengthen our nation’s economy amidst the tariff war, which threatens Canada’s sovereignty and economic power. The current government was elected, in no small part, because Prime Minister Mark Carney positioned himself as the safeguard behind Trump’s dream of making Canada the 51st state. With the election over and a mission of building a stronger economy, we are left with a consequential question: How will Carney strengthen our efforts of reconciliation with Indigenous Peoples?  It seems that Carney’s reconciliation plan only acts on economic solutions. The Liberal party…

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Illustration of a park filled with young adults engaged in various activities. A stone amphitheater, an exercise area, and a rock wall can be seen in the background.
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Designing parks for social connection

Peak Web July 7, 2025

By: Noeka Nimmervoll, Staff Writer One brutal awakening many young adults go through is the realization that leisure time is not a guaranteed part of the adult schedule. To me, it seems we are all busy with work, school, planning…

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ILLUSTRATION: a market shelf with Pride merch being pushed aside, while non-descriptive merch is placed front and centre.
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Pride, politics, and the pause on performative allyship

Peak Web July 1, 2025

By: Noeka Nimmervoll, Staff Writer Taking a stand on certain issues is a useful tactic for businesses to connect with their consumers. For example, the recent Canada-US trade war has motivated Canadian companies to advertise using the “Buy Canadian” trend.…

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This is a photo of a man and woman in wheelchairs smiling for the camera. Nurse Next Door and other folks are pictured in the background.
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Exploring ConnecTra Society’s 2025 Abilities Expo

Peak Web June 30, 2025

By: Noeka Nimmervoll, Staff Writer On June 9, ConnecTra Society hosted its 14th annual Abilities Expo at Yaletown’s Roundhouse Community Centre. ConnecTra is a non-profit that links “people living with disabilities to activities, services, resources, and opportunities.” More than 45…

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A celebration of Indigenous cultures at SFU Burnaby

Peak Web June 17, 2025

By: Noeka Nimmervoll, Staff Writer On Tuesday June 17, SFU’s Town and Gown Square will be filled with a bustling Indigenous Market. From 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m., the square will be lined with 25 vendors showcasing their Indigenous goods…

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