Dropping the Needle: A lonely Valentine’s DaySpending Valentine’s alone was not part of the plan, but after my three-year relationship ended I find myself riding solo through the month of love. However, music became my companion, like an embrace, a place to vent, and even an escape from reality. Here are the best albums to help you get through different stages […] Continue Reading |
Weird Dog Ink: February 19, 2025 issue |
Tile Crawler: February 19, 2025 issue |
Ruby Rioux and the Bats from Saturn: February 19, 2025 issue |
Reasons to Live… In Victoria: Chinatown—The Bubble Tea PlaceA national historic site, Victoria’s Chinatown is famous for being the oldest surviving Chinatown in Canada. The closely built brick buildings create a labyrinth of inner courtyards, alleys, and passageways, giving Chinatown its mysterious allure. This neighbourhood was originally dominated by three import-export companies, including Kwong Lee & Co. Founded by Lee Chong, it was […] Continue Reading |
Reflections in recoveryIt’s a weird feeling, being 22 years old and two years sober. I never thought I would get this far, but I’m very grateful I have. My drinking started young, but really picked up in high school. I still managed to do well in all my classes, so I wasn’t too worried at first. However, […] Continue Reading |
Peer Pods program offers support to studentsCamosun College has launched a new program to help students feel supported as they transition into post-secondary life. Many students struggle with loneliness, stress, and mental-health challenges—Peer Pods is designed to address these issues and give students a sense of belonging. Camosun students lead the Peer Pods groups, which meet each week for one hour. […] Continue Reading |
Localtoast: The Daemon That Lives at Localhost: February 19, 2025 issue |
Nominations open for Camosun Teacher Recognition AwardsNominations are open for Camosun College’s fourth annual Teacher Recognition Awards, a ceremony that celebrates teachers who go above and beyond to ensure their students have success. Camosun’s Teaching and Learning Council created this award as a way to celebrate great teachers. “A few years ago, we were trying to think of a way to […] Continue Reading |
Fellas, Let’s Figure It Out: Intentional communicationIn my last column, I discussed the concept of intention and how we can use it to shape our behaviours and actions. I want to use this edition to zoom in on a facet of intention that is ever so important: thinking before one speaks. Intentional talk is not something that comes naturally to all […] Continue Reading |
