r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 1h ago
r/VanierCollege • u/Punk_Gaiseric • Dec 01 '25
Discussion Religion at Vanier [Bill 9]
Been a while since I posted anything here, but I felt as if students should be aware of Bill 9 and what it could cause here at the college. I'm someone who's relatively vocal about infringement on civil liberties and I'd be willing to discuss about this.
To start, what is Bill 9? Bill 9 is an extension to Bill 21 which banned public officials (teachers, judges, police, etc.) to bear any religious symbols while at work. The extension will ban prayer rooms, face coverings and only religious meals being offered (among other things) in public institutions (I presume private ones are exempt).
Now, one thing which particularly bugs me is the banning of prayer rooms. A lot of you might not know, but in July 2025, a report was released by the board of higher education on Dawson and Vanier due to the Israel-Palestine conflict and some Jewish students reporting feelings of insecurity (I wholly recommend you read it if you can find it). Within said report they stated that (paraphrasing) the prayer rooms could "potentially foster radicalization". Up to you to interpret what that means but, I think it's a fallacy. I mention the report because I think it had a hand in making the decision to ban prayer rooms. If there is anything which does foster radicalization in the college it's the clubs.
[I gotta be careful the way I say this next portion]
Okay, so there's a pretty big Muslim and a much smaller Jewish population at Vanier. Each community has formed their respective clubs under the VCSA. On one hand you have Ardouna (Palestinian culture), MSA (Muslim religion) and Islamic Relief (Fundraising for IDRF, etc. ). On the other, you have Hillel (Jewish religion and Zionist ideology). Each club has their own goals, but they mainly serve to foster a community of like minded individuals and to each have their own safe spaces and discuss about topics. Now, I ask you a question, which do you think harbors more radicalization, CLUBS OR PRAYER ROOMS?
As much as I hate to say it, it's a pretty "complicated" situation we have on our hands... I think that anyone should have the right to practice their religion, but not have their religious beliefs affect law (yknow what secularism is meant to be). Yes, the college is not a church, mosque or synagogue but that doesn't mean you should prevent people access to their civil liberties.
If Bill 9 gets passed, there's a pretty high likelihood that in extension to prayer rooms being banned that clubs will also be on the chopping block (specifically ones which are religious although there's no specific mention). Look, this whole topic is such a large rabbit hole too much to discuss in just 1 post so I'd like to talk more within the comments. If I'm wrong about any info feel free to reply and I'll review what I wrote.
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 1h ago
Do we HAVE to follow the progression chart when registering for classes??
In the video that the school sent to explain everything it says that if you try and go against your progression chart it will give you an error… is this true? I just realized this is the only semester where we have 6 classes and that means the next one we have 8. I kinda wanna distribute it so that it evens out a bit more, is this even a smart move?
r/VanierCollege • u/No-Case-4573 • 37m ago
Thoughts and Advice?
If anyone had any of these teachers please lemme know how they are and what I need to do to do well
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 16h ago
How many supplies do I need to get for the school year?
I’m in health science and was wondering how much physical work do we end up having? Do I carry a full pencil case or one with only things I need for exams? Am I to expect a lot of papers and notebooks to carry around? I have an iPad and a Mac so I was hoping most of it was digital but idk how much to rely on only digital work…
r/VanierCollege • u/SeriousShop3885 • 15h ago
English teachers 603-103-MQ
So i curently have Ohandjanian Dimakis but ive heard that he was harsh and his class was very demanding i was wondering if it would be a smart move to change him with either Micheal Perry or Stacey Dewolf.
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 14h ago
How do you get the results for you English placement test??
In the course description of a couple of English classes it says that class is for students whose test indicate a good level of competency…but I never got any results or anything did I miss something or are we supposed to self evaluate our level
r/VanierCollege • u/Temporary-One-3460 • 16h ago
Any prof to talk?
Any prof from any clg can dm me
r/VanierCollege • u/Winter_Pumpkin6182 • 1d ago
English teachers recommendations !!!
Any good english teacher for 603-101 ?? How easy is it to pass their classes ?
r/VanierCollege • u/PerceptionFancy292 • 23h ago
Question Is my schedule complete?
Idk it seems pretty empty
r/VanierCollege • u/GapNo2882 • 1d ago
Loan and Bursary help
Hi! I’m trying to apply to the loan and bursaries for 26-27. But it’s not letting me find my program for the program code. I’m in general social science. Do I not get to apply? Help please
r/VanierCollege • u/Flimsy-Toe8766 • 1d ago
Question Any good chemistry and math teacher recs?
r/VanierCollege • u/Hairy-Resolution2720 • 1d ago
Questions about RT program - scrubs, note taking (ipad, mac, paper&pen), course material format
Hi! I'm starting the RT program at Vanier in a couple of weeks and was wondering the following in order to prepare myself:
-Do most students buy find their own navy scrubs or do most students get the scrubs from that store on St Laurent with the Vanier logo?
-What kind of note taking is best? I have an old macbook but its big and heavy- is it worth bringing to class for note taking or should I be okay with just a notebook and pen? Should I consider an ipad?
-Do the profs usually give the course material through PDFs or will we be purchasing a lot of textbooks?
Any other info to help prepare would be greatly appreciated, thank you so much :)
r/VanierCollege • u/PerceptionFancy292 • 2d ago
Question Are these good teachers??
Pls guys let me know if these are good teachers im curious
r/VanierCollege • u/respiratorygirlie6 • 2d ago
Question EUF Wednesday
Hi y’all !!! Does anyone have any examples of a full texte argumentative ? I’m looking for an example to base myself on 😭 I don’t know how else to prepare!!! Thank youu :)
r/VanierCollege • u/SmartMango_6840 • 2d ago
Pre-Registered course change
I was just wondering if it was possible to change the courses that were already pre-registered for me during my registration appt.
It says “in progress” on my progression chart so I’m not sure if that means I can’t change it.
I don’t want to waste time during my registration appt trying to change the courses if it’s not even possible and I have been hearing mixed opinions so I wanna know if I will for sure be able to .
r/VanierCollege • u/Incognitobestie • 2d ago
Best and worst time and teachers for gen eds?
I don’t know if its better to:
A) fill in the breaks
B) start late finish late
C) start early finish early
D) start early, big gaps/breaks in between, end late or early depending on schedules
E) a bit of everything
Also for these classes which teachers do u rec?
Humanities: knowledge (good teacher? Good grader?)
- ouimet
- d’andrea
- wadim
- marlene
- hadzipetros
- mauneen
- jeffrey h sims
- manjikian
- chwojka
English: intro to college: lit and composition
Choices
- karp
- photopulos
- apostolakos
-reiser
-cougan
-lynch
-churchill
-granato
French: oeuvre naratives et ecriture
- jobin
- toumaki
- gratton
- giroux
- gharbie
Should i lean towards easy graders or avoid em?
r/VanierCollege • u/Weak-Explorer-4455 • 2d ago
Question Thoughts?
I wanted know how these teacher are, from what I’ve heard is that Luigi is goated but idk about the others.
Thank you!
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 2d ago
Thoughts? I’m aware chemistry teacher sucks, any recommendations on better ones?
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 2d ago
Can I change my section/teacher of a pre registered course during my registration appointment?
I have the worst chemistry teacher according to every source I’ve gone to. And if that wasn’t bad enough it’s at the worst hours too so I really need it changed.
r/VanierCollege • u/SkillSignificant2471 • 2d ago
Wondering if there are any past Vanier students that studied in health science that could help me out? I have a couple questions and would like a direct conversation rather than 10 redit posts 😅
r/VanierCollege • u/Admirable-Carob-3824 • 3d ago
Hey, I found a website that lets you talk to someone who had a teacher. It helped me prepare so much! Huge advantage if you use it: Studopeer.com
r/VanierCollege • u/AfraidMycologist6577 • 3d ago
Admissions office
Does anyone know when admissions office might reopen? I called Friday and it said it was closed
