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HOEM  -St. Lawrence Market: A Student’s Playbook for Tasting Toronto
Food | Toronto Living

St. Lawrence Market: A Student’s Playbook for Tasting Toronto

Juanita Quarcoe  |  October 10, 2025

Discovering Food, Friends, and Fun at the City’s Tastiest Landmark If you’re a student in Toronto, you’re probably hunting for places that are easy on your wallet and …

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HOEM  -Time Management Strategies for Students: Tips that Actually Work – Part 1
Toronto Living | Wellness

Time Management Strategies for Students: Tips that Actually Work – Part 1

Shirley Reichberg, Occupational Therapist  |  October 3, 2025

It’s 2am, and you’re surrounded by textbooks, empty energy drink cans and a research paper that is due in six hours… sound familiar? If you’ve ever found yourself …

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HOEM  -Falling for Toronto: Things to Do in Toronto this Fall
Community | Events | Toronto Living

Falling for Toronto: Things to Do in Toronto this Fall

Daniel Ajaifia  |  September 26, 2025

Summer might be over, but Toronto in the fall is anything but boring. From cozy drinks to city-wide festivals, there’s plenty to keep you busy between classes and …

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HOEM  -Must-Try Pizza in Toronto: the Best Spots in the City
Food | Toronto Living

Must-Try Pizza in Toronto: the Best Spots in the City

Harnam Sandhur  |  September 19, 2025

Say Cheese! Toronto is no stranger to pizza, you’ll find tons of options all over the place. The key is finding the right ones. As a newcomer to …

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HOEM  -Best Poutine in Toronto: A Guide to Canada’s Ultimate Comfort Food
Food | Style & Culture | Toronto Living

Best Poutine in Toronto: A Guide to Canada’s Ultimate Comfort Food

Nick LaFlamme  |  September 12, 2025

Poutine is Canada’s unofficial national dish – and my all-time favourite food. As someone who reviews poutine on TikTok, I’ve eaten more of it than most. So, I …

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HOEM  -Toronto’s Best Student Eats: Fast Bites, Hidden Gems, and Sit-Down Favourites
Food | Toronto Living

Toronto’s Best Student Eats: Fast Bites, Hidden Gems, and Sit-Down Favourites

Jaden Whitelaw  |  September 5, 2025

Whether you’re a newbie to the Toronto food scene or want to find some new spots to try, you’ve come to the right place. The city offers world-class …

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HOEM  -What To Do When Your Student Housing Falls Through
Community | Toronto Living

What To Do When Your Student Housing Falls Through

The HOEM Team  |  August 29, 2025

Starting university or college is exciting, but it can also be stressful, especially when your housing plans don’t go as expected. Whether it’s a last-minute cancellation, a rental …

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HOEM  -Guide to Toronto’s Caribana & Tips for 2026
Events | Style & Culture

Guide to Toronto’s Caribana & Tips for 2026

Kayla Batchasingh  |  August 22, 2025

Toronto during the summer is already buzzing, but when Caribbean Carnival weekend hits, the whole city becomes one big party. The streets fill with sequins, feathers, Soca music, …

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HOEM  -Life as a Caribbean Student Abroad: Finding Community in Toronto
Style & Culture | Voices & Stories

Life as a Caribbean Student Abroad: Finding Community in Toronto

Zoë Stormes  |  August 15, 2025

A Bit of Background I was born in Montego Bay; a vibrant city located on Jamaica’s northwestern coast. Jamaica is home to people from just about every heritage …

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