Writer Douglas Coupland popularized the term âMcJobâ in his groundbreaking novel from the â90s, Generation X: Tales for an Accelerated Culture. He defined it as, âA low-pay, low-prestige, low-dignity, no-future job in the service sector.
Letâs all get honest here for a second and admit that as Canadians we probably download more music and movies than we pay for. Weâre in an Internet age, and that comes with certain benefits for the frugal.
The problem BC Ferries faces is a common one: many transportation enterprises have been known to lose money. But the way they are handling it is classless, knowing that they have a monopoly.
Emotions run high in a game of hockey, but when a valuable player goes down for an asinine play such as a meaningless fight, the team pays the price.
There was a time when I was rewarded for my minor accomplishments with a trip to Pizza Hut. My parents would gather my good company together to enjoy an evening at a restaurant that served primarily pizza.
Usually when it comes time for autumn and winter I push hot and hearty, booze-filled drinks, like coffee and Baileys, or my signature âkiller mulled wine.â However, lately Iâve been really into cider cocktails.
On November 15, the men’s basketball team faced off against the Kwantlen Eagles. The Royals, coming off a two-game win streak, were looking to continue their momentum by picking up a third win for the season.
Right about now is the time of year when not even the promise of a full day of classes can entice me from my cozy bed.
Itâs 7 p.m. and youâve just received a notification on your iPhone that Janieâs Christmas party is in an hour and you completely forgot. Since her parties are legendary, instead of reaching for another bowl of popcorn, you reach for something stylish to wear. But what? A little black dress, of course!
I admit that if there is one flaw that will cost me success in NaNoWriMo, itâs that I am thinking too much about designing the perfect plot and getting to the end of the book. It has cost me valuable time that could have been otherwise spent on writing.
