Category Archives: Editorial

Peer Educators: The Unsung Frontliners in the Philippines’ Battle Against HIV and AIDS

The HIV and AIDS crisis in the Philippines is escalating at an alarming rate—one of the fastest-growing epidemics in the Asia-Pacific region. Every day, more lives are touched by the virus, especially among vulnerable groups: adolescents, out-of-school youth, members of the LGBTQ+ community, sex workers, and people who inject drugs. Misinformation, stigma, and lack of access to sexual… Read More »

The Trade-Off with Subscriber-Centric Journalism

I write a Substack newsletter called The Art of Finding Work, offering pragmatic job search advice which currently has over 23,500 subscribers; therefore, I have a vested interest in the monetization of content provided via a subscription-based model and why Substack’s current street-level ads announcing “Media isn’t dead. It’s on Substack.” immediately caught my attention. Substack’s appeal isn’t… Read More »

Is the World Entitled to the US Market?

Most countries covet the American market, driven by insatiable consumerism. No country, however, is entitled to free access to another country’s market; hence, tariffs are akin to the price of admission. Trump increasing the price of admission to the world’s largest consumer market is a protectionist move that anticipates the cost of importing goods into the US will… Read More »

Breaking the Cycle: Addressing Youth Homelessness in Toronto

Youth homelessness is a heartbreaking reality that often unfolds in silence and shadows. In Toronto, up to 2,000 young people are homeless on any given night — and thousands more live in constant uncertainty, couch-surfing, sleeping in cars, or staying in unsafe spaces just to survive. These aren’t just numbers; they are teenagers skipping meals to hide their… Read More »

The Endless #OpenToWork Banner Debate is Tiring

A straightforward belief: A person’s results speak for themselves. Making excuses for being a “victim of,” “not having the same advantages as,” or blaming your parents, the government, and the stars not being aligned doesn’t change this. A person’s results are influenced by how they respond to their circumstances, their actions—playing the hand they’re dealt—and the amount of… Read More »

SPRING, FINALLY

Colors are finally bursting out. Hurrah. We are done with the somber hues of winter. Our cherry tree is finally blooming and budding.  Looking forward to harvesting cherries in our backyard soon.   Mother’s Day was especially exhilarating, albeit, I was still nursing a bit of a cold. It did not stop me though from joining the rest of… Read More »

The Employer is the Customer

A job seeker’s mindset determines their job search success. A crucial mindset shift job seekers should adopt to improve their chances of job search success is recognizing that, in the context of their job search, employers are customers—potential customers looking to purchase skills and time. Consider the similarity between an employer paying employees, freelancers, and contractors to accomplish… Read More »

One Stop Talk: Guiding Youth Toward Mental Wellness and Resilience

Toronto’s youth are facing a growing mental health crisis, with rising rates of anxiety, depression, and social isolation. Many young people struggle with financial insecurity, academic pressure, and the overwhelming influence of social media. Recent studies reveal that nearly half of young adults in the city report poor mental health, signaling an urgent need for support. Despite increased… Read More »