Changing Leaves: I left The Medium
I absolutely loved being Managing Editor of The Medium. The journey has been filled with intense emotions but has presented…
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Racism is a crime against the innocent
I am a victim of racism.
I dance down the tunnel of Toronto’s MetroCentre to “One Last Time” by Ariana Grande. The cold forces many people…
Having a stuffed animal as an adult is okay… sometimes
Stuffed animals can be more than just a cuddle buddy.
Stuffed animals are an integral and popular part of many of our childhoods. Just reading this, you might envision your…
We need to recognize and invest in women’s mental health now
Women’s mental health is a widely unknown, under-researched and under-funded area of study, even though women are prone to more mental health issues than men.
According to the Anxiety & Depression Association of America, women are twice as likely to be diagnosed with generalized anxiety…
Editorial: Calling all volunteers!
With the cold weather upon us many rely on volunteer programs for warmth.
Summer is officially behind us. Outside, it’s gray, rainy, cold, and otherwise undesirable. The only silver lining is the momentary…
Interest rates rise as Bank of Canada strives to curb inflation
In a press release dated October 26, 2022, the Bank of Canada (BoC), Canada’s central bank, explained that inflation remains…
Influenza epidemic begins in Canada alongside rising RSV infections and the Covid-19 pandemic
As temperatures drop and children’s cold medicine faces supply shortages, increasing prevalence of respiratory diseases spurs experts to recommend vaccination, masking, and avoiding crowds.
The Public Health Agency of Canada’s November 5, 2022, Respiratory Virus Report, revealed a steep increase in respiratory viral infections…
The CUPE protest, GO Transit strike, and the notwithstanding clause—how they are affecting worker’s rights
The Ontario government rescinds Bill 28—a back-to-work legislation that was passed using the notwithstanding clause—as part of a deal with the CUPE to end education workers’ protest.
On November 7, 2022, the Canadian Union of Public Employees (CUPE) protest—which arose due to the labour union’s 11.7 per…
Canada looks to immigration to address ongoing labour shortage
The Canadian government aims to introduce skilled workers to industries facing labour shortages, though housing problems, inadequate immigrant evaluation process, and government inefficiency pose challenges to the immigration plan.
As Canada recovers from the Covid-19 pandemic-induced downturn, the economy faces the key problem of labour shortage. In response to…
Lost your old job? Start a new one! The rise of entrepreneurship in Canada
The Covid-19 pandemic—while directly leading to an economic downturn—has opened up new business opportunities, leading to reignited interest for entrepreneurship.
As a result of the Covid-19 lockdowns and economic uncertainty, many smaller businesses were impacted and saw their productivity derailed….
UTM reveals 2022 Annual Research Prizes winners
Research on the depths of pain, homelessness, and novels from the Victorian era wins UTM professors $2,000 for future studies and development.
The University of Toronto Mississauga’s Annual Research Prizes are awards given to “early career faculty members” who have made significant…
Shannon Terrell on The Guest House and the craft of writing
As a professional writer and UTM alumna, Terrell uses writing to evaluate her own growth and share impactful stories.
Creative writing is a vulnerable process. From short stories to full novels, the process of putting words to paper (or…
Locked on Leafs: Reset and Reload
After a poor start to the regular season in October, the Toronto Maple Leafs are now making the most of…
Students should spend two minutes each day talking to a plant
A horticultural therapy specialist explains the health and wellness benefits of interacting with nature.
According to the Canadian Horticultural Therapy Association (CHTA), “Horticultural Therapy (HT) is a formal practice that uses plants, horticultural activities,…
Reimagining sustainability through Scandinavian architecture and philosophy
A review of eco-minded architecture in Scandinavia and how it promotes unity with the earth.
The peoples of Scandinavian nations—Norway, Sweden, and Denmark—have rich cultural and philosophical traditions when it comes to their relationships with…