This episode of Morningfile features members of McMaster Smiling Over Sickness, who share how they support children and families affected by illness. They break down the club’s seven subcommittees, their work on campus and in the community, and the values that guide their mission. We also spotlight Shave for a Cure, a fundraising event supporting pediatric cancer research and raising awareness of what it truly means to “smile over sickness.”

This week on The Brief, we break down the what's in-store for the new McMaster Innovation Park Hyatt hotel, take a closer look at the hospital winter warming hub and its impact on the community, and hear from Rusan Lateef of McMaster SVPRO about the office’s peer mentorship program supporting students on campus.

This week on Spotlight, we feature two conversations highlighting creativity and community. We sit down with Jacob Koenig, owner of Realfruity Ice Cream, to talk about running a local business in Westdale Village and building a brand rooted in community. Then, we’re joined by music artist Ebril, who discusses their recent signing with Universal Music Group and what’s next as they enter a new chapter in their career.

This week on The Roundtable, we sit down with The Silhouette Opinion staff writers Obianuju Isiuwe, Terry Christdoulou, and Dawn McKee to discuss what they’re looking for from this year’s McMaster Students Union presidential candidates. From accountability and transparency to student engagement and leadership priorities, the panel breaks down the issues that matter most heading into the election.

Editorial Note: This episode was recorded a week before it aired. Terry Christdoulou has declared his candidacy for MSU President, and has since taken a Leave of Absense from the Silhouette and CFMU. Christdoulou will not be involved in the creation or development of any 2026 MSU Presidential Coverage.

This week on The Huddle, we’re joined by Zaid Al-Alamweh, a Jordanian sprinter and engineering student at McMaster University, who shares what it’s like balancing elite competition, academics, and representing his country on the international stage. We’re also joined by Nordic ski team captains David Harris and Ingrid Pedersen to talk leadership, training, and building a strong team culture on and off the trails.

On this week's episode of The Brief, News Editor Zayn Brar and Editor-in-Chief Declan Withers go through McMaster's investment portfolio. Executive Editor Andrew Mrozowski sits down with McMaster Students Union President Piper Plavins about the first 6 months of her presidency, what she has accomplished, and her goals for the rest of her term.