cost of living
Increase in SFU students sleeping at Burnaby campus
October 7, 2024Editor's note (12/10/24): The Peak reached out to SFU for a statement but didn't receive a response by the publication deadline. We failed to initially include this fact in the article when it was published. By: Hailey Miller, Staff Writer Over the past few months, the number of SFU students found sleeping at the SFU Burnaby campus has increased. The lack of affordability and accessibility to housing and Burnaby campus dorms are reported to be a major problem. The Peak spoke with SFSS president Emmanuel Adegboyega, who said he has “seen certain students living on campus and staying in academic…
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Navigating the soaring costs of groceries
May 15, 2024By: Yasmin Hassan, Staff Writer If you’ve recently gone grocery shopping, you’ve likely noticed concerning rises in food prices. Why has everything gone up a couple of bucks, but the portions have gotten smaller (also known as shrinkflation)? Why have…
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It’s OK to live with your parents as an adult
March 20, 2023By: Jerrica Zabala, Peak Associate There’s this assumption, especially among older generations, that living with your parents means you haven’t matured yet or you’re behind on the milestones you “need” to be an adult. Living with your parents or guardians…
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Lowering inflation isn’t enough to fix the rising cost of living
March 17, 2023By: Olivia Visser, Opinions Editor Browsing news and social media these days feels increasingly dystopian. News feeds present articles about Canadians cutting back on prescription medications, working two jobs, and changing their minds about having children in this economy. Wealth…
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Tipping reminds us how workers are underpaid
November 10, 2022By: Nercya Kalino, Staff Writer Each country has their own understanding of tipping within their society. While some countries don’t practice tipping by cultural standards, others, such as Canada, encourage it through rules or legislation around tipping. To an extent,…
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