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    Five tips to help you find the best vintage clothing

    Second-hand shopping is on the rise in countries around the world, including Canada. A 2019 report by ThredUp, conducted by GlobalData, showed that “resale has grown 21 times faster than the new apparel market in the last three years.” The report said that people between the ages of 18-37 are 2.5 times more likely to buy used clothing. The majority of people shopping second-hand are those from Generation Z, followed next by Millennials. There are also many online thrift stores like ThredUp, Swap.com and Urban Outfitters vintage that sell second-hand clothing. For all of you who are interested in thrifting, we’ve gathered the best tips to help you find great pieces.  1. Have something specific in mind Thrift…

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    Tips to help you work effectively from home

    With physical distancing protocols in place, many of us have transitioned to working from the office to working from home. Although working from home is convenient and allows us to be safe, it’s definitely an adjustment, especially for those who live alone.  You are no longer surrounded by your co-workers. And even though your co-workers aren’t there to distract you, that doesn’t mean there are no distractions. You might find yourself scrolling Facebook instead of doing work, or taking an extra long break, just because you can. As someone who currently works from home, here are some tips that I found to be helpful.  Follow the same routine you had…