Author: Avril De Silva
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From China to Canada: Kyle’s experience
People go from being a toddler to attending kindergarten, moving on to elementary school, then to high school. Then some end up in university or college. The journey always differs from person…
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Avril’s view on how to be healthy
Classes, work, having a social life and sleeping well all compromise our ability to sustain a healthy lifestyle. Should students gamble with their health for an education, or should the balance of…
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What’s wrong with being single?
As the most romantic day of the year approaches, we should ask ourselves a question. What is wrong with being single? Many find themselves being pressured into unwanted relationships that may be…
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Should we welcome Americans?
The United States election has taken a crazy turn. Most people did not want president-elect Donald Trump to win. Ironically, he did. I conducted a dozen interviews with professors and students around…
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Global problems vs. National problems
Missing and murdered Indigenous women have captured many headlines this year. The real question at hand is if we care enough to educate ourselves about the issue. Nearly 1,200 Indigenous women in…
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Trick or treat, not trick me for a treat
Girls, “Halloween is the one time of year where a person can be as provocatively dressed as they want and not be judged for it.” On Halloween, there is a mix of…
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Toronto transit, just take the car
Taking public transport in Toronto has never been the easiest. It is rather confusing in comparison to travelling on public transit in places like London, New York or even Amsterdam. Having a…



