If there is one thing I could read for hours about, it is our human brain. It is the reason we can survive, it helps us in times of fear and allows us to make decisions. Without it, we literally would not be able to function. Here are some cool facts I recently read that…
The last full week of winter break is upon us! Next week school starts and for some of us, that means exam season. This time of year can be stressful, so it is important to take care of your mental health! Ensure that you are set up for success and organized before heading back to…
Feliz Navidad! Joyeux Noël! Frohe Weihnachten! Merry Christmas! School is out and you can finally relax with friends, family and some fun Christmas movies! Christmas is a time for many traditions that families participate in. As someone who likes to travel and see the world, it is often interesting to see what other countries do…
The holidays, or any time of year really, are the perfect time to help others. It is a great way of giving back to the community and you can spread smiles on people’s faces. Doing good deeds are also good for your mental health. They clear your head and help you see things from a…
How to Study: As a grade 11 student, I have gotten to a point where I have taken several tests and have an idea of how to prepare for different subjects. I have studied for things such as AP exams, the DELE exam, and just your average unit tests. From these experiences, I can conclude…
Water: Around 105 First Nations communities lack access to safe, clean drinking water in Canada. These are caused by years of underfunding. The water available contains a high content of metals such as iron and manganese. There are also bacteria such as E.Coli. This also causes extra costs to these communities because many do not…
Alzheimer’s, a type of dementia impacting language, memory, and the brain’s control. According to Statistics Canada, over 500,000 people in Canada have dementia and over 76,000 are diagnosed with it each year. The World Health Organization (WHO), confirmed that 50 million people in the world live with dementia with 60-70% of it being Alzheimer’s. There…
With the delivery of vaccines, a spark of optimism hits many individuals in the world with the hope of getting somewhere more familiar; the place we call normal. In Canada, roughly 50% of Canadians are fully vaccinated. Globally, 1.02 billion individuals are fully vaccinated. While caution is still advised for people who are fully vaccinated,…
With restrictions easing and the summer sun shining, right now is the perfect time to get a break from school and hang out with the people close to you! Here are a couple of fun summer things you can do with your friends! 1. Go have a Picnic at the park There are many picnic…
While many individuals in Canada wish for hot weather during the cold winter days, many places experienced hot, record-breaking temperatures this summer. In the past week, Environment Canada issued heat warnings for Alberta, British Columbia, and certain parts of Manitoba, Yukon, Saskatchewan, and Northwest Territories. With that said, staying cool will be more important than…
The little things While closing the end of the school year, there is a lot of rush to get things done. Often I found that we skip the tiny details that help us get to where we are. There are also people in the background that we often forget about but I feel should be…
Leave a Mark Ticktock ticktock ticktock A sidewalk awaited for a scratch to be made in the concrete Powdered polished snow sat on the trails expecting footprints to be made for others to follow The wind of others whispered to others to follow their lead Ticktock ticktock Ticktock Bricks were added to the…
It is now May everyone! With the pandemic still taking place and the increased restrictions, it is not surprising that many do not feel their best. Social interactions are now limited again and we now call our screen our “school”. Things are getting more difficult for businesses with a low amount of demand and the…
I was racing with the wind down the damp, grassy hill with bare feet. Friends followed behind me desperately, trying to catch their breath. Our hair flew behind us carelessly through the summer breeze. I felt like a dandelion flying through a white orchid field. The new ideas of fun entered our brains like lightbulbs.…
While the school year becomes more hectic, our minds often get carried away with how much work we have to do. Some of us wish our breaks were longer as the time just flies. This is relatable among many people, however, with all the tests aside, I will admit that I sometimes take education for…