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Losing your income or a surprise expense can be a major financial setback. Plan for the unexpected by setting up an emergency fund.| Consumer Protection BC
Welcome Week is a time for celebration for many students, and that can sometimes involve using substances like alcohol. If you choose to consume substances this Welcome Week (or throughout the year), follow these five simple keys to help keep yourself—and others—safe! Plan Ahead Planning ahead means thinking about what your night might look [...] Read More... The post 5 Keys to Staying Safe This Welcome Week (and Beyond!) appeared first on Student Wellness Centre.| Student Wellness Centre
So how exactly are students managing their money? Let’s take a look at the data.| Lexington Law
Starting university is a big transition- one that can be filled with adventure and challenges along the way, and we’re here to help you make the most of it. This resource guide combines essential information with insider tips to set you up for success in campus life, academics and wellness. By Amelie Hamlyn-Lovis Herrera, Program [...] Read More... The post First Year Survival Guide appeared first on Student Wellness Centre.| Student Wellness Centre
By: Margaret Qin, Human Behaviour Level IV student, SWC Peer Educator, and Grind Market Founder. Beginning something new always stirs a mix of nerves and excitement, especially in a place as unfamiliar and expansive as university. I remember arriving, unsure of where I fit or who I’d become. But, with time, I learned this: [...] Read More... The post Take Care Mac – Reflection of Self and Community Care appeared first on Student Wellness Centre.| Student Wellness Centre
Gen Z is redefining how we think about money—opting for digital-first banking, values-based investing, and side hustles over traditional 9-to-5 jobs. But for LGBTQ members of Gen Z, financial literacy isn't just about building wealth—it's about gaining autonomy, security, and freedom in a world that still presents systemic barriers. From navigating healthcare expenses to planning The post Financial Tips for LGBTQ Gen Z’s appeared first on queer voices.| queer voices
Do you know where ashes can be scattered in BC? Learn the facts and find out how to get any permissions you may need. The post Where can ashes be scattered? appeared first on Consumer Protection BC.| Consumer Protection BC
Choosing a casket or urn while dealing with the death of a loved one can be incredibly challenging. Learn what the law says in BC. The post Your rights for choosing a casket or urn in BC appeared first on Consumer Protection BC.| Consumer Protection BC
Losing your income or a surprise expense can be a major financial setback. Plan for the unexpected by setting up an emergency fund.| Consumer Protection BC
The one mistake grooms- and brides-to-be often make is overlook the importance of great food when planning their wedding. Yes, everyone will hold a dear and misty memory of the two of you walking down the aisle, and over time the recollection of the venue and decorations will become vague and blurry. However, the one The post Gay Wedding Extravaganza: 5 Catering Tips and Tricks appeared first on queer voices.| queer voices
Think back to the last time you donated to an online fundraiser, like a GoFundMe. How do you know if the money ends up in the right hands? The post 6 tips to support online fundraisers safely appeared first on Consumer Protection BC.| Consumer Protection BC
Recognising and dealing with these feelings can be challenging, particularly for children. We would like to offer some advice for helping your family to cope and even try to enjoy this Christmas.| The Good Play Guide
In my early twenties when I had just started working, I started staying alone and that is when my feeding took a turn for the worst. I barely had appetite to eat so I didn’t know what to do w…| Thoughts Of Gertrude
There are a few things you can not control no matter how prepared you are in life and one of them is grief. The thing about grief is that it is usually sudden and will not give you warning signals …| Thoughts Of Gertrude
Mealtime is one of those times families use to sit and enjoy their food as they chat about things going on in their lives, and the lives of other people. Some families like to eat their food as the…| Thoughts Of Gertrude
I recently saw a tweet where a young woman was talking about how her boss requires her to come up with creative ideas, yet she spends her working hours in a four walled office! The life of many you…| Thoughts Of Gertrude
There are two things that amuse me about the childhood stage when it comes to sleep.One is that children like to skip afternoon naps in the name of not wanting to miss playtime. The other is that c…| Thoughts Of Gertrude
