Like any other year in history, 2021 wasn’t ideal. But I’m not here to talk about everything that may have been rough – in fact, this article does quite the opposite. Despite everything, 2021 created many great memories that will stay with our generation in particular for a very long time. Even in suboptimal times,…
Approaching the one-week mark since its release, Spider-Man: No Way Home has already made its mark on the film industry. By breaking records within hours and reaching an audience far beyond the MCU’s pre-existing fans, the film is already thriving and even being seen as a historical cinematic event. Considering the success of previous films…
The greatest gift we can receive is to have the chance, just once in our lives, to make a difference. – Stephen Strange Making a difference. There are about 8 million people on this planet, and we’re each just one out of the crowd. Even comprehending such a ratio may be beyond the capability of…
According to HuffPost, Toronto and Vancouver rank in the world’s top five most filmed cities. While Alberta isn’t quite there yet, we have been on the rise when it comes to our place in the film industry. It could be because major American film studios have looked north as a result of drawbacks caused by…
We have many things to be thankful for – healthcare workers, family and friends, fulfilled basic needs, and beyond. However, I believe that there is a more intangible phenomenon that we should all show appreciation for in our hectic and busy everyday lives: free time. It may come often, it may be rare. Whether in…
In this day and age, many new businesses are on the rise, in ways that we would once never imagine. As times are changing, new entrepreneurs must adapt in order to keep up with the competition and make it in a cutthroat world. With that being said, learning from a teenage blogger may not seem…
It’s very easy to get bored. It shouldn’t be – we inhabit a world with nonexistent limits, and an abundant supply of wonders that never expire. I’m not talking about our universe, I’m talking about our minds. And if our minds are so rich in wonders, that are even beyond our ability to justly explain,…
Time flies over us, but leaves its shadow behind. – Nathaniel Hawthorne With time passing so quickly, let’s take a look at the 80s in comparison to the present day. One way that time leaves its shadow is through pop culture, and it can be fun to see how various industries have changed over the…
In our everyday lives, it is healthy and beneficial to seek guidance. Luckily, the world we live in has no shortage of it. You can turn to family, friends, and other members of your community, but you can also turn to many public figures and even fictional characters. These people include some of the most…
In all the different aspects of our lives, one thing remains constant – we are all unique. And through social media, your personal network, and other resources, we have all developed a voice and platform that is unique to us. Anyone has the power to exercise their platform, and how you use it is up…
The days succeeding a major sporting event are usually filled with celebration. However, the aftermath of the Euro 2020 tournament was far more unpleasant. Throughout the tournament, England’s success had its fans repeatedly using the phrase “It’s coming home.” And when they reached the finals of the tournament, it seemed as though their dream would…
Summer break is just around the corner and many new TV shows are coming along for the ride. As we head into a very well deserved summer, here are five binge-worthy shows set up for new seasons that you need to check out. Outer Banks – Season 2 coming out July 30th (Netflix) If you’ve…
A recent discovery in Kamloops, British Columbia has put emphasis on the horrific existence of residential schools throughout Canada. The remains of 215 children, whose deaths were undocumented, were found at the ‘Kamloops Indian Residential School’. The further exposure of the tragic occurrences that took place within the walls of these schools has shed light…
For starters, it’s an arduous task to define fame. Nowadays, you can open up a free TikTok account and be seen and heard by thousands. Someone with a certain amount of followers may be considered “famous” today, but might not even be known back in a time when social media wasn’t as developed. Whether Olivia…
Maybe you have to know the darkness before you can appreciate the light. – Madeleine L’Engle A shadow has been cast over our world. That doesn’t mean that the light isn’t still there – it’s just a bit harder to see right now. And appreciation is often needed for the light to keep shining. I’m…