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5 days ago
4 min

Top Pro & Con Reasons for Taking a 2021 Gap Year

Taking a gap year is bold, which makes for a hard decision to make.

Feb 16
2 min

Getting Experience with Abbey- A Farming Gap Year Story

Not every gap year looks the same.

Jan 26
3 min

Parent Series: Wanting What is Best for Your Kid with Reni Walker

The best way to support your kid is to partner with them.

Jan 19
3 min

First Year Observations From a Math Professor with Andrew Skelton

A gap year will set you apart in university and in your future job search.

Jan 12
3 min

Alum Series: Alex & Rhys - Becoming Friends & Making Progress

Alex and Rhys now on their second gap year share their experiences and transformations thus far.

Jan 5
6 min

University Application Tips

Your post secondary decision is a big one, but it won't define your future.

Dec 22, 2020
2 min

The Gapper Series: Unschooling & a Mid-Gap Year Reflection with Carol Xu

She was scared, but she did it anyway, and has no regrets.

Dec 15, 2020
3 min

How to Talk to Your Parents About Taking a Gap Year

Telling your parents you want to take a gap year can be the hardest part about your decision and can make for a very difficult conversation.

Nov 30, 2020
3 min

How to Fund Your Gap Year

A gap year doesn't have to be expensive. In this episode, I share steps and tips you can take to make your gap year accessible.

Nov 24, 2020
3 min

Gapper Series: Making the Decision and Making the Most of the Year with Nazra Noushad

When Nazra Nasoud asked herself who she wanted to be in 10 years, she determined a gap year would help her become that person.

Nov 17, 2020
2 min

Parent Series: A Mother's Perspective on Choosing to take a Gap Year with Mary Boynton

A gap year might be the best decision you help your kids make.

Jul 28, 2020
5 min

Episode 17: Tilt the Future in Your Favour with Karena de Souza

We explore the future of work, future of education and how the skills developed on a gap year can actually tilt the future in your favour.

Apr 21, 2020
7 min

Episode 11: Why Watching Your Kid Lose Grade 12 Stinks – and Five Things You Can Do to Make It a Bit

Families are struggling with the loss of senior year. I’ve put together five tips to help you get your kid through this challenging time.

Mar 31, 2020
3 min

Episode Nine: How to Ikigai – Tim Tamashiro’s Guide to Finding Purpose on a Gap Year

Each person has an Ikigai that, once understood, will enhance daily life and personal fulfillment.

Mar 10, 2020
5 min

Episode Five: Who Should Take a Gap Year and Why? Jane’s Perspective: Guidance Counselor and Parent

A gap year is an ideal time to build these life skills as students can find the time to grow, solve problems without mom and dad.

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