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My 5 Favourite Toronto Walks

Posted on: March 18, 2021 Last updated on: March 17, 2021 Written by: Talia Comments: 0
Now that the weather’s getting warmer in Toronto, I can’t wait to go on some of my favourite walks and explore the city more. Even though Toronto’s a big city, there are some beautiful green spaces and areas around Toronto…
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Girl is unplugging from her screen and enjoying life around her.

Ways to Unplug in a Time Where You Always Have To Stay Plugged

Posted on: November 18, 2020 Last updated on: November 18, 2020 Written by: Andrea Comments: 0
We are in the middle of uncertain times and we’re learning to adapt to a ‘new normal’. But, you know this already. You’ve probably heard it at least once this week. Amid the pandemic, we know that we are in…
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My current favourite shows on Netflix

Posted on: November 8, 2019 Last updated on: November 7, 2019 Written by: Francesca Comments: 0
Netflix shows are great for passing time, but they can also be good for way more than that. Some Netflix shows have taught me valuable life lessons or helped me master a language that I’d been trying to learn. For…
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Being Restful and Productive During Reading Week

Posted on: November 5, 2019 Last updated on: November 4, 2019 Written by: Rachel T Comments: 0
Congratulations everyone! We have finally made it to Reading Week! These last two weeks have been extremely stressful, and I found myself in an endless cycle of waking up, attending lectures, and then going home and immediately start studying. Last…
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Exchange Experiences: Learning about Japanese Culture

Posted on: March 7, 2019 Last updated on: March 14, 2019 Written by: Emi Comments: 0
Culture shock is an infamous aspect of the exchange experience. It’s no secret that living abroad can bring on homesickness, but it also presents a chance to learn about another culture, first-hand. Being half-Japanese, I didn’t experience culture shock, but…
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Going Abroad While Abroad

Posted on: February 28, 2019 Last updated on: February 28, 2019 Written by: Emi Comments: 2
When I tell people that I’m on an exchange, I often get the question: “Have you done any traveling?” I always find this question surprising! To me, studying abroad is traveling in and of itself. Nonetheless, I understand why it’s…
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Picture of a very beautiful tree in High Park. Caption: celebrating the Autumnal Equinox in High Park

Checking In With Yourself

Posted on: September 28, 2018 Last updated on: October 1, 2018 Written by: Samantha Comments: 0
Whenever there’s a change in seasons, I tend to get introspective. To me, autumn in particular always feels like one chapter ending and another beginning. Maybe it has something to do with the change in sunlight, the temperature fluctuating, or…
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Pool at Intercontinental Hotel

Writing reTREAT

Posted on: March 27, 2018 Last updated on: March 27, 2018 Written by: Andrea Comments: 0
This weekend, I attended a writer’s retreat hosted by SAGE (Supporting Aboriginal Graduate Enhancement) that took place at the Intercontinental Hotel in downtown Toronto. The purpose was for each participant to bring an in-progress writing project and to attend workshops…
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Self-Care and Self-Indulgence: How I Tell the Difference

Posted on: March 12, 2018 Last updated on: March 12, 2018 Written by: Julia Comments: 0
“I’m doing my self-care!” I yelled at my friends as I ate a third cupcake. “I need this!” I told myself as I watched yet another episode of The Office. Self-care has become something of a hot topic in our…
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Rewarding Yourself Healthily

Posted on: May 1, 2017 Last updated on: May 1, 2017 Written by: linh Comments: 0
Congratulations on finishing exams and another year of university! The end of school definitely calls for a reward, but while junk food and 24 hours of Netflix are certainly tempting options, I don’t usually feel great after a full day of…
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