Working Draft

03/05/2024

The fifth edition of Working Draft is now done! In this issue, our writers navigate the nuances of time and consider its influence on the stories that move and define us.

From Caleb Jutzi writing about planting more than 10,000 trees in one day to Alicia Régnier looking at how musical theatre is changing over time, our contributors explore how time shapes our stories and ideas.

With almost 40 articles to read (17 creative nonfiction pieces, 17 features, 1 white paper, and 3 book reviews), it can be hard to know where to begin.

Here are some of our recommended stories to get you started:

Creative Nonfiction
Aaniindi Ezhaayin? (Where are you Going?) by Hannah Palamer — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/aaniindi-ezhaayin-where-are-you-going/

A Forest in a Day by Caleb Jutzi — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/a-forest-in-a-day/

ReWinding by Nate Flaman — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/rewinding/

Together We Escape by Megan Hederson — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/together-we-escape/

Features
Where the Frogs Still Sing by Jura McIlraith — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/where-the-frogs-still-sing/

Casting a Wider Net by Alicia Régnier — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/casting-a-wider-net/

Seeking Safety by Abby Wall — https://workingdraftmagazine.com/seeking-safety/

Life Beyond Borders by Danna Bianca Carreon —
https://workingdraftmagazine.com/life-beyond-borders/

For a full list or recommendations, visit our letter to readers: https://workingdraftmagazine.com/2024-issue-time-a-letter-to-readers/

We hope you will spend some of your precious time with us!

We invite you to join us on an exploration of time through our fifth edition of Working Draft. In this issue, our writers navigate the nuances of time and consider its influence on the stories that move and define us. From Caleb Jutzi writing about planting more than 10,000 trees in one day to Alici...

29/03/2024

Looking for something to read this long weekend?

Check out the first batch of articles from the 2024 edition of Working Draft Magazine.

Read here: https://workingdraftmagazine.com

21/03/2024

What does time mean to you? ⌛

Explore what it means to RRC Polytech students as Working Draft reveals the 2024 magazine theme of "Time."

Join us on April 3rd to celebrate this year's release of Working Draft Magazine and read new long-form articles every week at workingdraftmagazine.com.

Video by:

Alicia Régnier
Charles Fernandes
Liam Davies
Eric Ducharme
Rueben Pajemolin
Abby Wall

08/02/2024

Looking for a Valentine’s Day treat that’s both cute and sweet?

Support CreComm’s PR class fundraiser for our 2024 Working Draft Magazine launch event when you pre-order some Crumbs and Cards.

A heart-shaped sugar cookie paired with a cute card is $5, or you can get just the card for $2.

Flavours:
Birthday Cake (Pink & white Icing)
Creme Brûlée (White Icing or Black Icing)
Gluten and Dairy-Friendly Vanilla (Red Icing)

Email [email protected] to place your orders today. We will be accepting e-transfers or cash. Orders can be picked up on February 13 at RRC Polytech, 160 Princess Street.

07/02/2024

We are excited to announce three nominations for this year’s Canadian Online Publishing Awards.

With the awards open to students from across the country, Working Draft’s students and graduates are competing with the other finalists alongside postsecondary institutions like the University of British Columbia’s School of Journalism, Writing, and Media, Toronto Metropolitan University, Humber College, and more.

Our nominations include:

Best Multicultural Story: “Almost Home” by Robel Berhane weaves together the history of the Ethiopea/ Eritrea conflict with personal recollections from himself, his friends and family.

Best Feature Article: “Camp Like a Girl” by Rachel Ferstl is a deep dive into women and the outdoors.

Best Feel-Good Story: “Making My Peace With Babel” by Caleb Dueck is a story of linguistic mastery and personal resilience.

Winners will be announced Thursday, February 8, 2023.

Read these articles, and others, on the Working Draft website. Link in bio.

07/02/2024

We are excited to announce four nominations for this year’s Canadian Online Publishing Awards.

With the awards open to students from across the country, Working Draft’s students and graduates are competing with the other finalists alongside postsecondary institutions like the University of British Columbia’s School of Journalism, Writing, and Media, Toronto Metropolitan University, Humber College, and more.

Our nominations include:
Best Multicultural Story: “Almost Home” by Robel Berhane weaves together the history of the Ethiopea/ Eritrea conflict with personal recollections from himself, his friends and family.
Best Feature Article: “Camp like a Girl” by Rachel Ferstl. A dive into women interact with the outdoors.
Best Feel-Good Story: “Making my Peace with Babel” by Caleb Dueck. A tale of linguistic mastery and personal resilience.

Winners will be announced Thursday, February 8, 2023.

Almost Home: https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/27/almost-home/
Camp like a Girl: https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/10/camp-like-a-girl/
Making my Peace with Babel: https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/22/making-my-peace-with-babel/

30/03/2023

Learn to love your own language.

Read Caleb Dueck's article "Making My Peace with Babel," now live on Working Draft magazine.

https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/22/making-my-peace-with-babel/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=OrganicSocial&utm_campaign=Article&utm_id=workingdraft2023

29/03/2023

When Gen Z is suffocated by fashion trends and social-media extremes, how are they supposed to change the world?

Read "Generation Save The World" by Sydney Nitychoruk to learn about the world of fast fashion and its impact on Gen Z.

https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/17/generation-save-the-world/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=OrganicSocial&utm_campaign=Article&utm_id=workingdraft2023

29/03/2023

Four q***r people share their stories working in an all-boys club – the engineering profession.

Read Brigit Harvey's feature article "The Engineering Gap," now live on Working Draft magazine.

https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/24/the-engineering-gap/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=PaidSocial&utm_campaign=Article&utm_id=workingdraft2023

27/03/2023

Who's ready for round two of our comic caption contest!?

If you missed round one, the rules are simple: Comment your best caption on this comic drawn by WD's own Emma Honeybun and we'll pick our favourite.

We encourage you to comment as many captions as you can come up with. The winner will have their caption published on Working Draft Magazine. The last day to comment is April 4. We can't wait to see what you come up with!

23/03/2023

"Olivia and her friends are a part of the 10 per cent. If their parents had waited for the Manitoba sexual education curriculum to teach their girls about menstruation, the girls might not have been so ready, accepting, and excited. "

Read more of Autumn Fehr's feature on Working Draft magazine.
https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/17/mom-i-got-my-period-2-2/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=OrganicSocial&utm_campaign=Article&utm_id=workingdraft2023

22/03/2023

Attention readers, it's CONTEST time! 🍊🍍👀

Your task: Comment a fun caption for this lovely comic drawn by WD contributor Emma Honeybun, and we'll pick a winner!

Comment as many times as you like. The winner will be hand selected by our team and published on Working Draft Magazine. The last day to comment is March 28. Ready, set, GO!

20/03/2023

It's never too late to learn about your culture.

Read Serena Chommany's article "Say It Out Laos," now live on Working Draft Magazine.

https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/16/say-it-out-laos/?utm_source=Facebook&utm_medium=PaidSocial&utm_campaign=Article&utm_id=workingdraft2023

17/03/2023

Growing up, Stacha Penner felt a hole where one half of her cultural identity should have been. Her rediscovery of Junkanoo, a traditional Bahamian celebration, has helped change her understanding of her history.

Read “Who You Is” by Stacha Penner, now live on Working Draft Magazine.

16/03/2023

"Our bodies are set to music – the beat of our hearts, the pitch of our voices, the vibrations in our movements. Natural rhythm exists inside all of us."

– David Chenier
"Broken Headphones"

Read this article at https://2023.workingdraftmagazine.com/2023/03/10/broken-headphones/

10/03/2023

Introducing the theme for Working Draft 2023!

In this year’s edition, we examine our connection to the natural world — how it inspires us, connects us, and challenges us to adapt and evolve.

Grow with us!

10/03/2023

The natural world inspires us, connects us, and challenges us to adapt and evolve.

Join us as Working Draft writers contribute their articles on our 2023 theme: Nature.

03/03/2023

The countdown is on - mark your calendars for the official launch event for Working Draft magazine. Stay tuned for more details!

06/02/2023

Only seven days left til you can get your hands on one if these delicious treats! Here are some of the accompanying cards we will be selling at our fundraiser! $5 for card and cookie combo or $2 for just a card!

01/04/2022

It isn’t uncommon to see the “Now Hiring” sign in the windows of restaurants around the city.

Servers are typically overworked and rely heavily on tips to sustain a living. In Mathias Leiendecker's feature article, “Now Hiring,” he explores the hospitality industry and what can be changed.

Read more: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com/2022/04/01/now-hiring/

31/03/2022

The pandemic impacted businesses and organizations around Manitoba for two years. In-person activities shut down and volunteers were needed in new ways.

Learn how volunteering has shifted in, “The Impact of Virtual Volunteering,” by Jonas Cortez.

Read the article here: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com/2022/03/29/the-impacts-of-virtual-volunteering/

31/03/2022

For most people, they don’t need to think twice about enjoying outdoor spaces in Manitoba. But for people with disabilities, this comes with its challenges.

Delaney O'Hara explores how we can improve the accessibility of outdoor spaces in her feature article, “Spaces For Everyone.”

Read more: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com/2022/03/29/spaces-for-everyone/

30/03/2022

From a young age, we are told that the only way we can get what we want is to hustle and grind. This mindset of working can be toxic.

Author Samantha McEwan explores how toxic productivity has engulfed her personal achievements and society in “The Paralysis of Productivity.”

Read more: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com/2022/03/30/the-paralysis-of-productivity/

30/03/2022

Navigating life as a teenager comes with its challenges. We often don’t know what to expect, and at times feel alone.

Drew Mittermayr shares the story of her mental health and how her friends saved her life.

Read more: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com/2022/03/29/my-life-as-a-suicidal-teen/

Being a teenager is hard. Being a teenager who is suicidal is even harder. Luckily, I had a group of amazing friends to save me.

29/03/2022

Storytelling brings communities together.

Join this year's authors as they share Manitoban stories through white papers, features, and creative nonfiction articles.

Find your next story to share in the 2022 issue of Working Draft Magazine: https://2022.workingdraftmagazine.com