• Creative

    How do you express yourself?

    While walking the streets of the GTA you will see an array of styles that individuals use to express themselves. This photo essay is a collection of photos taken over the course of two weeks. Each photo, different from the rest, explores each individual’s aesthetic and how they differ from each other. The purpose of this photo essay is to acknowledge the various ways people choose to express themselves through fashion while appreciating it at the same time. Ebbie expresses his love for fashion with his African print jacket. The jacket was made by Jennifer S. Henry, a local designer in Brampton. The brown beanie matching his brown sweater complements…

  • Creative

    Photo Essay | Using our privilege to show up and listen

    I captured these photos to showcase the peaceful and powerful protests, rallies and marches I attended in the later half of 2020.  The protests and rallies I went to included A Black Lives Matter protest that took place in Toronto, Mississauga and Brampton, as well as a rally and march to support the Indigenous Land Defenders.  My family is not from Canada, but I understand that I am white representing. That alone gives me privilege. Because of this, I found it my duty to attend these gatherings of solidarity and to listen to what racialized communities had to say. I encourage those who have similar privileges as me to do…

  • Finance

    ‘Tis the season … for taxes

    I know. Tax season is daunting, especially if it’s your first time filing your claims. Here is a basic list to help you conquer this oh-so-wonderful time of the year. Getting started Before you are ready to start ling taxes on your own, or looking for a tax advisor, there are a few things you will need: Slips (the most common are T3, T4, T5) T4A for students Receipts you may have collected over the year (These can vary but some examples are rent receipts and charitable donations) Last year’s notice of assessment (If applicable) Last year’s return (If applicable) Most employers will send out the required slips you will…

  • Health

    PASS Inc. creates ‘gap product’ for mental health care

    While it is common to see first aid kits for physical health, it is not as common to see first aid kits for mental health. This is where Tina Chan’s company, PASS Inc., comes in handy.  PASS — which stands for Panic, Anxiety, Stress, Support — aims to provide physical resources catered to mental health, through their PASS kits. “[The kits are] inspired by the idea of the physical, traditional first aid kits that were always there in workplaces and especially schools, to treat in the moment, non-severe burns, cuts and wounds,” said Chan, who is also pursuing a master’s degree at the School of Public Health and Health Systems at…