Returning to campus after two years is a dream students and staff have strived towards since the pandemic started. Welcome back. Our campuses for too long, have been reminiscent of a ghost town. The usually bustling hallways empty, the once filled classrooms yearning for a lesson to be taught. As we stand on the…
Your back-to-school guide to saving money in Toronto. Being a student in a city can mean a lot of expenses. Saving even the smallest amount of money can mean an extra treat for yourself at the end of the week or add up to your tuition fund. The good news is you can use…
Vilivant shares her journey with music and what the future holds for her. Julia Gentile began her musical journey at the age of three, learning the piano. Upon graduating from the Royal Conservatory of Music in 2008 she thought she would continue to pursue classical music, but fate took her in a different direction….
Health, wellness, and lifestyle: Toronto International Film festival – TIFF Sept. 8 to 18 (Various Toronto venues) 11 days featuring International and Canadian cinema Tickets start at $19 SAGBC Paint Night | SA event Sept. 22 (Casa Loma Student Centre, 142 Kendal Ave.) 5:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. Step-by-step art class led by a professional…
As the college re-opens after a long time away, varsity sports are returning with full force. Students can expect competitive tryouts, intense matches, and a lot of excitement in the air for this season. It is a great time to explore your interests if you want to join varsity sports. George Brown College (GBC) varsity…
Meet SNAP and all the SA service has to offer. The Student Nutrition Access Program (SNAP) has been thought of as just a food pantry for many years. However, the Student Association (SA) program has a wide range of services to offer. While working on eradicating food insecurity from the campus, SNAP has diversified…
The Student Association service has found new opportunities amidst the pandemic to expand services and connect. Feeling safe while on campus is paramount to student’s success. To help those who may feel a sense of unease, especially while walking on the streets of Toronto in the evening, the Student Association (SA) service SafeWalk is…
Academic Support promotes students’ self-advocacy skills when facing academic issues. Rhiema Shuster is one of two coordinators with the Academic Support program with the Student Association (SA). Their goal is to help students interpret policies related to their own interests and rights fairly. The program takes a student-centered approach, where students are empowered to…
The Community Care Centre welcomes all students with support and open doors as life returns to campus. Charlene Holmes has worked with the Student Association (SA) for more than four years in various capacities, currently holding the position of community care coordinator with the Community Care Centre (CCC). The centre run by Holmes and…
The Student Association has your wellbeing in mind with the Health Benefits program Did you know that you are eligible for a range of Health Benefits as a George Brown College (GBC) student? Benefits are offered to both international and domestic students that are enrolled under the post-secondary courses and ESL program are provided…
Bill Reid celebrates more than 25 years working with Student Legal Services. When Bill Reid was in high school and thinking about the career path he wanted to take, he never imagined becoming a lawyer. In fact, his career path was set to that of an accountant. “I didn’t intend to be a lawyer,…
The new Limberlost place at GBC’s Waterfront campus looks to set the standard for what’s possible. In summer 2024, the George Brown College (GBC) Waterfront campus will see the opening of the Limberlost building. While the creation of new structures takes place every day in a city like Toronto, what makes this unique is…
