Ottawa Living: Student’s Guide

 You deserve to study in the best places. Ottawa, Canada, is among the best study destinations you can choose. First, it’s a destination known to provide high-quality education with some of the best universities, including the University of Toronto and the University of British Columbia. These institutions regularly review and

HOW STUDENTS CAN MAKE MONEY FROM HOME

 Introduction Money makes the world go round, and even for students, money is a big part of the equation in their comfort while in school. The academic process, especially in college, is very engrossing and taxing and requires emotional, financial, and physical commitment. Most students have managed to juggle the

The long decline of university undergraduate education: causes and remedies

 The generation-long decline of most North American universities has been so gradual that informed observers possessed of only a modicum of denial might have been able to believe either that they are witnessing a small cultural shift or, perhaps, the minor setbacks that are the reasonable price of the laudable

Are colleges still worth your time in the modern day?

 College used to be something that people never debated. The path in life was simple; you go to high school, go to college, then university and then you found a job. It was an easy set of decisions that led to a simple and successful life. However, these days, there

Cheap Research Paper Writing Service: 10 Tips to Get Maximum Results

 Being a college or university student means to cope with a lot of troubles every day. Endless homework, super complicated projects, numerous writing assignments make students dislike studying. Yet, the heavy schedule is not the reason to give up and leave college. There are many tips to make your studying

Criteria for Choosing a Top-Rated Essay Writing Service

 How many times has this happened to you? You’re in university and have an essay due at the end of the week but just can’t find the time to get started. You have hockey practice to deal with, plus a test to study for, and an important party to prepare

A diploma won’t cut it: Why the government needs to support global education for Canada’s future

 Today’s university graduates have a tough job ahead of them. As the future leaders of Canada, students will need to utilize the skills they’ve acquired during their years at university to overcome the many significant and complex challenges Canada will face in the years to come. Luckily, Canada houses some

A New School of Social Innovation is Coming

 As of September 2017, Saint Paul University will be the first Canadian university to have an entire school dedicated solely to the new and promising field of social innovation. Though this field of study is brand new in academia, it is centuries old in terms of our communities’ day-to-day lives.

Capital Catwalk Showcases Best of Local Fashion Designers

 All photos by Mireille Sylvester,   Ottawa’s fashion community dressed to the nines to raise money for cancer on January 30. The University of Ottawa branch of HerCampus, an online magazine for university students, hosted its 4th annual Capital Catwalk in support of the Ottawa Regional Cancer Foundation. The glitzy

Arthaus – Ottawa’s Uber-Cool Condo Project

 The condo building topping off the future Ottawa Art Gallery and Groupe Germain hotel will be named ‘Arthaus,’ the building’s developers announced October 2. The new structure will stand just beside the old arts court, on the corner of Daly Avenue and Waller Street, and should offer nearly 100 condos beginning at

Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame Profile: Mark Tewksbury

 2015 marks the Year of Sport and the 60th anniversary of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame. In recognition of these important milestones, OLM will be featuring Honoured Members of Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame in a weekly Profile piece. Canada’s Sports Hall of Fame aims to share the stories and

Let Me Give You One Word: Plastics

 Ottawa scientist uses waste for greener polymers Mr. McGuire: I just want to say one word to you. Just one word. Benjamin: Yes, sir. Mr. McGuire: Are you listening? Benjamin: Yes, I am. Mr. McGuire: Plastics. Benjamin: Exactly how do you mean? Little did Benjamin know what Mr. McGuire’s advice

Ottawa Hockey Analytics Outlined Where the Game is Headed

 The Ottawa Hockey Analytics conference at Carleton University showed how the game is evolving from a statistical standpoint. When author and advanced statistics writer Rob Vollman stated “we might make fun of plus-minus for its weaknesses and flaws” in front of a sold out crowd at the Ottawa Hockey Analytics

Aboriginal Initiatives at Nipissing University

 The Aboriginal Initiatives Program at Nipissing University offers students a unique opportunity to remain connected with their heritage while receiving their education. Throughout the school year, as well as in the summer, the Aboriginal Initiatives Office is busy helping students engage in their studies and in their community in order

A Short but Sweet Season for Canada’s New SweeTango Apples

 If an apple a day keeps the doctor away, the mouthwatering taste of SweeTango apples will have clinics empty for weeks—or while supplies last anyway. The premium apple is a trademark variety developed by the University of Minnesota apple breeding program. A natural cross between the Honeycrisp and Zestar! varieties,

The DIY Backsplash

 There are several affordable ways you can incorporate some design wow into your interior space. One of those ways is with the kitchen backsplash. Not only will this protect your walls and add visual appeal, but it will also add architectural depth to the space. I still remember the completion

Take a bite at Café Urban

 One year after the opening of Café Urban at Saint Paul University, the kitchen is busier than ever. Handmade sandwiches, granola and soups are flying onto the trays of hungry students and faculty. Café Urban aims to supply the university and public with locally sourced food for breakfast, lunch and

The Medium Is Still the Message: The Internet to Thank for Annoying Social Movements

 Being a decent person is now more complicated than ever--at least Social Justice Warriors (SJW) might have you thinking so. Around 2009, SJW began making their presence known on Tumblr and Live Journal, exposing issues like rape culture and male privilege that were previously flying under the radar. Theses new

Simulating the Life of an Operator: World-class Morrisburg Training Centre Preps Students For What’s to Come

 Campus life at the Operating Engineers Training Institute of Ontario (OETIO) is designed to give students a preview of the real thing. Getting familiar with long work hours and living in a dormitory for several months at a time is the life of many heavy-equipment training operators. As graduation approaches,

Canadian Basketball Thrives in Kazan

 Canada’s highly anticipated arrival on the international men’s basketball stage likely won’t come for another few years – but early results in the lead-up to the 2016 Olympics suggest that the program is well on its way. Rio 2016 is a sound estimate for a perpetually mediocre program to finally

NAIT Students & Graduates Highly Successful.

 NAIT is one of Canada’s largest polytechnics. As with other leading polytechnics worldwide, our education and research is technology based, and our learning is hands-on. Industry is a full partner in the educational process. Our research is industry driven. Our students’ experiences are shaped by two distinct advantages – NAIT