5 Reasons Why Montreal is the Best Student City
Montreal has quietly built a reputation as one of the best student cities in North America — and honestly, it’s not hard to see why. Between the culture, affordability, student lifestyle, and sense of community, the city offers an experience that feels difficult to replicate anywhere else. 1. Montreal Balances Independence With Support The best […]
Exam Tips I Wish I Knew
It’s exam season again. Something we all know is coming—yet somehow, every year, we still feel unprepared. It’s not even that exams are always that hard. Sometimes, you’re just making them harder on yourself. After four years of figuring out what actually works (and what really doesn’t), these are the exam study tips I kept […]
Moving to Montreal as a Student: 5 Things to Know
So—you’re officially becoming a Montrealer.You’ve got your acceptance, and you’re this close to booking the U-Haul. Before you do that, there are a few things you should know—about the city, the move, and what student life actually looks like once you get here. Don’t worry, I got you. Consider this your unofficial first-year guide to […]
The True Cost of Renting for Students
When students start looking at rent prices, it’s easy to get the sense of:that’s not too expensive. But renting an apartment is more than just the base rent. Hidden costs can quickly turn I can afford this into what have I done before midterms start. For most students, renting an apartment is their first […]
What Is Purpose Built Student Housing and Why It’s Better
Purpose built student housing might sound like an obvious concept—housing for students—but it goes far beyond that.These spaces are designed specifically for student life, starting from the earliest planning stages through to move-in day. Let’s break down three keys to Purpose Built Student Housing: 1. The Main Types of Student Housing (and what’s overlook) Residence […]
When to Start Looking for Student Housing in Montreal
When do I start looking for student housing in Montréal? It’s one of the most important questions you’ll ask before moving to the city—and it can completely shape your experience. Leave it too late, and you’re dealing with limited options, higher prices, and unnecessary stress. Start early, and you get better locations, better pricing, and […]
Things to Do In Mtl: Student Edition
Looking for something to do this weekend? If you’re living near campus in Montréal — especially in student-focused housing like Palay — you get more than proximity to class. You get a city full of things to actually do between lectures: cultural spots, outdoor hangouts, creative experiences, and study breaks that feel like a reward. […]
Should You Live Near Campus or Commute? A Breakdown for Students
At some point in your university career, you will face the question:Do I live near campus — or do I commute? Both options have advantages. Both have trade-offs. And the right choice depends on what you value most during these few years that move faster than you think. If you are weighing the decision, here […]
How to Live With People You Don’t Know
Living with other people is like being on a team — except the practice never ends, there’s no coach, and everyone has a different idea of what “clean” means. When I think back on university, I always reflect on my second year. It was my best year in terms of roommates. We were close, comfortable, […]
To My Roommates – I Think I Miss You.
“How Was Your Day?” Since graduating, I’ve moved into my own place. Just me. This feels like the phase where I’m supposed to feel grown. Like my life has direction, purpose, momentum. And I do feel that — at least in the rare moments when the imposter syndrome fades. On paper, this is what moving […]