A survey last spring by researchers at UBC says young people hate being told to ‘just say no’. The truth is, there are drugs out there. You might meet people who do them. If you decide to try them, there are risks. Last year, 56 people in Nova Scotia died of accidental opioid overdoses. We don’t want […]
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Think you might want to stay in Canada after graduation? Start planning now.
Canada has generous immigration programs for international students—on paper. Officially, students can work in Canada for up to three years after graduation, and then, if they wish, become permanent residents with ease. The reality is different. The Canadian immigration system is a labyrinth of tiny rules that are constantly changing. Tripping over any one of […]
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Top notch dishes you can make in your humble rice cooker
I vividly remember purchasing my first rice cooker. I refused to use the kitchen at my off-campus student residence (if you saw it you would too) and quickly tired of buying a slice for lunch and dinner. Once autumn rolled around, I began to pine for the meals I had back home in Jamaica; not […]
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Dalhousie nursing students are learning about Naloxone
T his year during orientation week, some Dalhousie nursing students, faculty and staff will be learning about Naloxone—a temporary antidote to opioid overdose—in a special workshop and training on September 5. The program is led by Martha Paynter and Brianna Richardson, both PhD nursing students at Dalhousie, in partnership with Direction 180—a community-based methadone clinic […]
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Six places to lend a hand in Halifax
Halifax North Memorial Library Pair up with a little kiddo as children’s reading support and relive all of your favourite childhood books, from Robert Munsch to the adventures of earnest Franklin once a week. French tutors are also welcome. Fill out the application on the Library’s website and drop it off in person to Lana […]
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A tale of two cities
WHAT’S IT LIKE LIVING IN A SMALL TOWN? It’s fine. I mean, all they have for public transit is about four buses that run once an hour. No subway. And no Uber. Seriously. The taxis are like Ubers because they’re just a bunch of regular cars with a little light on top, they don’t have […]
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Young people are fired up for the federal election
T his year, for the first time since the baby boomers, youth and students are the largest voting block in Canada. All over the country young people are pushing back against the narrative that we are apolitical. Many young people like myself are becoming increasingly involved in politics and are actively organizing around issues that […]
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A guide to being a good room mate for Halifax’s university and college students
Q Learning how to be a respectful roommate (and practising the skill) is the gift that keeps on giving. Learning how to respectfully cohabit is something that will serve you for the rest of your life—in relationships, work environments, really any time you need to share a space with other humans. Mastering it can be […]
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A guide to Nova Scotia’s unofficial theme song: Barrett’s Privateers
Welcome to Halifax where the sea is close and the seafarers’ affinity for merrymaking is even closer. Where there’s pints and perspiration, there’s likely this song at least once throughout the evening and for some reason, everyone knows the words. Everyone but you, that is. Fear not, for we’re here to help you look like […]
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Sleeping tips for all the students in the room
Give your residence bed a makeover Since you’re basically sleeping on a crib mattress, invest in some cushy bed stuff to help you manage the tiny twin a little better. Memory foam, a really nice pillow and a cozy comforter are a good start. Planning to share said twin with someone? Good night and good […]
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Academic advising can keep students on track
Despite their name, academic advisors do more than help students choose courses; they help them have a well-rounded university experience. “The only thing a lot of students have to compare us to are guidance counsellors. There isn’t really something like this in high school, so it’s hard not to have those preconceived notions,” says Heather […]
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How to stay alive and maybe even thrive as a non-car on Halifax’s unruly streets
Following this summer’s atrocious safety record of motor vehicle accidents involving pedestrians and cyclists, surely students could use some advice on how to stay alive while navigating our car-centric city. Some ideas: • Attach a pool noodle to your bicycle, forcing drivers to give you your respectful one metre of space. • Dress in glow […]
