Taylor Swift is here, along with fall viruses. How to stay ‘safe and sound’
The day has finally arrived for excited Swifties in Canada, as Taylor Swift kicks off her highly-anticipated Toronto concert Thursday evening for her Eras Tour at the Rogers Centre. While the city’s downtown and public transit are set to be flooded with fans eager to catch the superstar, health experts are urging concertgoers to stay […]
‘Big battleground’ of holiday shopping looms. How to trim your expenses – National
‘Tis the season to be flexible and budget-conscious. The weather might be cooling but Canadians still feeling the heat from years of inflation are looking to spread the holiday cheer this year without breaking the bank. Average spending on holiday shopping is expected to increase by 10 per cent to $1,478, according to Deloitte Canada’s […]
Back-to-school shopping stressing you out? How to avoid breaking the bank – National
With the new school year starting in a few weeks, Canadian parents are feeling “stressed out” about shopping for their kids and looking for ways to cut back their spending, recent surveys show. More than a third (34 per cent) of Canadians plan to shop for back-to-school supplies this year, according to a survey done […]
Taxi scams are ‘very prevalent’ in Canada. Here’s how to spot them
The Canadian Taxi Association is warning customers about scams involving fake roof signs that have recently been reported in several cities. In a statement on Wednesday, the group said that there has been a rash of scams and cons involving fake taxis, mostly in Ontario, where a team of two people pretends to be a […]
How to watch Shai Gilgeous-Alexander at the 2024 Paris Olympics: TV schedule, live streams, Peacock, NBC, start times, preview
When will Shai Gilgeous-Alexander play at the 2024 Paris Olympics? The Canadian men’s basketball team has found itself in a group of death, as Group A also features Giannis Antetokounmpo and Greece as well as tough Australia and Spain squads. It will open play on Saturday, July 27, and play through its final group-stage game […]
Opinion: We need to help students learn how to overcome their anxiety
Alexandra Shimo is a creativity coach, professor and author. I knew that something was different this year when it came time to grade my students’ work. In my nine years of teaching and lecturing at various universities and colleges in Ontario, I have found that some anxiety around the end of the school year is […]
How to get the most out of your student summer earnings
Summer is just starting for most kids, but for college and university students it’s already halfway over. If you have a child who is off school and working for the summer, now’s a good time to see how their bank account looks. A student’s summer earnings can cover a good chunk of the bills during […]
Canada Day fireworks can come with risks. How to stay safe – National
If you’re planning to set off fireworks this Canada Day weekend, some fire chiefs say you should take safety precautions before doing so or skip doing it yourself and attend a fireworks show instead. Ken McMullen, president of the Canadian Association of Fire Chiefs, told Global News that when it comes to fireworks, the organization’s […]
How to Apply | Residence Life
How to Apply Step 1 Submit your housing application form starting March 15, found on the housing tab of the application portal. A $100 non-refundable deposit will be required for domestic students alongside submission of this form. Step 2 Submit 2 reference requests (reference name and contact information). The reference request form can also be […]
Opinion: Great budget, Ottawa, but how to execute it when Canada fails to retain talent?
Open this photo in gallery: People walk through the business district in downtown Toronto on July 30.Christopher Katsarov/The Globe and Mail Lisa Lalande is chief executive officer of Century Initiative. You can’t win a war if you’re unaware you’re in the fight. And right now, unbeknownst to many, Canada is fighting a global war for […]