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HOEM  -How to Cope with Student Burnout Before It Gets Bad
Voices & Stories | Wellness

How to Cope with Student Burnout Before It Gets Bad

Jenna Coletta  |  September 30, 2026

Student burnout often sneaks up on you without warning. Whether you’re drowning in assignments or struggling to balance school and life, it can happen to anyone. I’ve been …

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HOEM  -Finding Your People: Why Showing Up Matters
Community | Voices & Stories

Finding Your People: Why Showing Up Matters

Samuel Wakang’u  |  September 25, 2026

When I first arrived in Toronto to study at Toronto Metropolitan University it felt like I had left my entire life behind. My family was back home in …

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HOEM  -Free and Cheap Ways to Work Out in Toronto
Events | Toronto Living | Wellness

Free and Cheap Ways to Work Out in Toronto

Rain Soriano  |  September 23, 2026

Whether you’re trying to stay active between classes or just want to move your body without wrecking your budget, Toronto has way more workout options than you might …

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HOEM  -Why Toronto Students Still Go to Independent Movie Theatres in the Streaming Age
Community | Events | Style & Culture | Voices & Stories

Why Toronto Students Still Go to Independent Movie Theatres in the Streaming Age

River Yuen  |  September 18, 2026

With streaming services offering thousands of television and movie options at the click of a button, movie theatres feel like something of the past. However, Toronto’s local and …

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HOEM  -Exploring Toronto by Bike: Best Routes and Where Students Should Ride
Toronto Living | Wellness

Exploring Toronto by Bike: Best Routes and Where Students Should Ride

Yana Tibbetts  |  September 16, 2026

If you haven’t experienced it yet, just know that Toronto by bike is an insanely amazing experience. The city feels slower, and it’s so much easier to actually …

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HOEM  -The Sustainable Student: Waste-Less, Stress-Free
Food | Voices & Stories | Wellness

The Sustainable Student: Waste-Less, Stress-Free

Nina Popovic  |  September 11, 2026

As students we have certain priorities that come first: our academics, our jobs, maintaining our social lives. Striving for sustainability just might not happen naturally, especially when we’re …

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HOEM  -How to Explore Toronto as a New Student
Community | Toronto Living | Voices & Stories

How to Explore Toronto as a New Student

Jaden Whitelaw  |  September 9, 2026

Navigating a massive city like Toronto can be a daunting task, especially if you’ve just arrived on your own. A good place to start is exploring your new …

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HOEM  -Best Coffee Shops Near Toronto Universities & Colleges
Community | Food | Toronto Living

Best Coffee Shops Near Toronto Universities & Colleges

Irem Erketir  |  September 4, 2026

Whether you’re cramming for finals or simply looking for your next caffeine fix, Toronto’s university and college neighbourhoods are home to some of the best coffee spots in …

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HOEM  -Top 5 Farmers’ Markets to Visit in Downtown Toronto
Community | Events | Food | Toronto Living | Wellness

Top 5 Farmers’ Markets to Visit in Downtown Toronto

Yana Tibbetts  |  September 2, 2026

Fresh produce, local baked goods, handmade treats, and live music: Toronto’s farmers’ markets offer much more than a grocery run. Whether you’re a student looking for affordable seasonal …

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