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Community in BC: Expectations Versus Reality

Before I came to British Columbia, I had very firm expectations about what I thought it would be like to study here. As I had never visited BC before, I thought it wouldn’t be diverse. And I also thought there wouldn’t be a lot of international students. In a way, my expectations of BC were…

by Cristina MatusNicaragua, University Canada West
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Ways to Stay Safe in Vancouver

Although Vancouver might look like a safe city compared to others, you shouldn’t underestimate its dangers and risks. Don’t get me wrong, I love Vancouver, and I think it’s a beautiful city, but like many others, it isn’t perfect. Safety is still a topic that’s not discussed enough, so I want to share this valuable…

by Cristina MatusNicaragua, University Canada West
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Getting to Vancouver

I have been living in Vancouver for two months now and I love it. I'd say the most important thing I've learned during my time here is that hard work pays off. However, I admit I wasn't the only one working hard. My being here is a team effort between my family and me. Between…

by Cristina MatusNicaragua, University Canada West
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