There are few things I find more terrifying than having a confrontation at the dinner table. It sounds silly, especially being someone who grew up with internet strangers hurling debates at each other like a bad game of hot potato. Yet that doesn’t make sharing...
How I use volunteering to grow soft skills and reduce stress
I am a DMIT student, and my program was online for one year. I came to campus during the fall term and was not at all comfortable about this; I was not asking questions in class, had no friends and was just like a chair or table. I wanted to try co-op jobs, so I...
A review of Dragonflight: Warcraft goes back to its roots
Back to basics is the theme of Dragonflight, the latest World of Warcraft (WoW) expansion! The game goes back to its fantasy roots by making this a dragon focused expansion with an emphasis on exploration. Without spoilers, the game’s story focuses on an ancient enemy...
Start building better worlds with these tips
Whether you grew up with genres like fantasy and science-fiction or you're just getting into them, chances are you've imagined creating a world of your own. While it can seem daunting at first, world-building is rewarding and fun if you work at it. Why world-building?...
Presents for guys under $50
Whether it’s a boyfriend, a dad, grandpa, great-grandpa or a friend, buying presents for men can be hard. Yet, every year at Christmas time, it’s the same battle: finding the perfect gift to buy for them that they are actually going to like. Consider your woes a thing...
3 dating tips gained from experience
When I was in my early 20s, I thought I had sophisticated and suave dating skills and that it was those damn dames that were the problem. I was so wrong! Reaching out to some experts and combining some advice of my own, I have some tips that can help you if you are...
How to save on holiday travel
Despite costs rising and inflation, it is actually quite possible to dip your toes in the ocean and bake in the sun at an affordable cost. By following these seven ways, you’re bound to save money for the holidays in no time. 1. Book early The key is to book...
3 unconventional sports that will blow your mind
Everyone has their own ways of relaxing in this difficult world, and lots of people turn to sports. But what about the sports that aren’t given as much attention? How weird and strange can they get? From brawling in the streets in the name of sport to chasing cheese...
Nintendo buys former movie studio Dynamo Pictures
Lots of Nintendo fans are excited for the new Super Mario Bros. Movie coming out in April of 2023, but what’s been hiding in in the dark is that Nintendo bought the Dynamo Pictures movie studio. Reports say Nintendo gained partial ownership of the studio around July,...
Pen Pals: Connecting across the globe
I first learned about pen pals by writing a friend that I met while I was on holiday at 16, but it wasn’t until 2020 that writing letters really became a passion. I have pen pals from all over Canada and around the world, and at my peak, was writing about 30 letters a...