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HOEM  -5 Wellness Tips Every Toronto Student Should Know 
Voices & Stories | Wellness

5 Wellness Tips Every Toronto Student Should Know 

Riobo Sokoh  |  October 7, 2026

Navigating a big city like Toronto can be a lot for anybody to handle, but it can be especially difficult for students. I have to be intentional about …

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HOEM  -How to Make Matcha at Home: Save Money as a Student
Food | Voices & Stories | Wellness

How to Make Matcha at Home: Save Money as a Student

Nyssa Hunt  |  October 5, 2026

I’m sure you’ve noticed that matcha has become the new favourite drink all over Downtown Toronto, with every cafe adding it to their menu. Some may say it’s …

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HOEM  -From One Music Lover to Another: A Student’s Guide to Record Stores in Toronto
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From One Music Lover to Another: A Student’s Guide to Record Stores in Toronto

Allanah Relan  |  October 2, 2026

As a big music fan, there is no end to great record stores in the heart of the city. Whether you’re a vinyl collector or just looking for …

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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  -HOEM Run: More than a Convenience Store
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HOEM Run: More than a Convenience Store

The HOEM Team  |  September 28, 2026

HOEM Run offers a new take on your typical convenience store, and brings a genuinely well-stocked, thoughtfully designed shopping experience to the downtown core. It’s built into the …

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HOEM  -Finding Your People: Why Showing Up Matters
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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  -Easy Upcycling Crafts for Students: Personalize Your Space 
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Easy Upcycling Crafts for Students: Personalize Your Space 

Nina Popovic  |  September 21, 2026

Being a university student in Toronto doesn’t leave much free time. Still, reducing waste and consuming less matters. If you want to personalize your dorm room or apartment, here are …

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