
My child chose general Arts & Science. Should I be worried?
Ask any Grade 12 university-bound student, and they’ll tell you: there's a lot of pressure to know what degree/program they are going to...


Students: try this one simple thing to write a better scholarship or admission essay
If you’re in Grade 12 you'll soon be getting ready to write essays for scholarships, and perhaps for admission as well. Students often...


The best way to avoid crippling student debt? It starts in high school (with these 3 tips)
I’m seeing a lot of news lately about high student debt loads, but not a lot of information about how to avoid it. According to different...


Yes, Grade 11 Marks Matter
I get so many questions about grade 11 marks. Here is some foundational information you must know BEFORE you read the rest of this blog...


Decisions, Decisions: 3 ways to help your child choose a university program
In your student's final year of high school, at a relatively young age, they will make some important decisions. For many students, the...


Are Campus Tours Really That Important?
I’m truly blown away when I hear that someone chose a university without first taking at least one tour of the campus. Although I...


Caution: Extra-curricular Activities Ahead
It’s starting already: deciding what extra-curricular activities my son will participate in this year. It’s only August, and he’s only...