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Almeera Eman
Oct 8, 20213 min read
Meet Anuj!
AJ - 00:00 Hello everyone, my name is AJ and it is my true honor to be a Gap Year Ambassador for the Canadian Gap Year Association. I...
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Almeera Eman
Sep 28, 20213 min read
Learning Service with THE Expert: Claire Bennett
Claire Bennett is the CoFounder of the organization Learning Service: Rethinking Volunteer Travel and the author of Learning Service: The...
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Almeera Eman
Sep 23, 20214 min read
Alum Series: Madelyn Talks Katimavik and Mid-Uni Breaks
Madelyn Steed, the Board Member and Co-Founder of the CanGap Association shares how her Gap Year came about and her developmental...
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Almeera Eman
Sep 5, 20213 min read
Gap Year Frosh Week: Beat FOMO with the Ultimate Frosh Week!
Today we are talking about one of the worst feelings ever, FOMO, the fear of missing out! September is the month that only elevates these...
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Almeera Eman
Sep 2, 20212 min read
Gapper Series: The Value of Learning a Language on your Gap Year with Sandy
When we think about exploring different cultures, oftentimes we think about places outside of our Canadian border, places like Santorini,...
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Almeera Eman
Aug 25, 20214 min read
Gapper Series: Olivier Shares his Thoughts on Entrepreneurship
Most grade 12’s are presented with 3 options for Post-Secondary. University, College, or the Workplace. However, are these the only...
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Almeera Eman
Aug 22, 20215 min read
When to Start Planning a Gap Year
When is the best time to start planning my gap ear? This is one of the most common questions asked by gappers who are beginning or...
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Almeera Eman
Aug 17, 20215 min read
Certifying your Gap Year: The Student of Leadership and Humanity Award
If you have been following along our gapper series, then you have heard all of the epic journeys that these gappers have experienced and...
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Almeera Eman
Aug 9, 20215 min read
What is the Gap Year Game Plan and why should I join?
Beginning your Gap Year Journey can be extremely nerve-wracking, with so many questions, concerns, and the fear of the unknown! It is...
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Almeera Eman
Jul 22, 20213 min read
The Gapper Series: Lessons from Sailing a Tall Ship with Eloise
Imagine being at sea, on a Pirates of the Caribbean Esque Tall Ship, surrounded by marine wildlife, exploring the natural wonders of the...
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Almeera Eman
Apr 4, 20214 min read
Avoid These Top 3 Gap Year Mistakes
Beginning your gap year is both exciting and nerve-wracking! At CanGap we want to support you, so you can have a purposeful gap year. The...
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Almeera Eman
Mar 2, 20213 min read
Emotional Intelligence: The 21st Century Skill Set with Morgan Toana of Entry Learning
Emotional intelligence is the hot skill every employer is looking for right now. In this episode, Michelle Dittmer speaks to the Founder...
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Almeera Eman
Feb 23, 20214 min read
Top Pro & Con reasons for Taking a 2021 Gap Year
Taking a gap year is bold, which also makes for a hard decision. In this episode, Michelle Dittmer shares the common trends she's been...
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Almeera Eman
Feb 16, 20212 min read
Getting Experience with Abbey: A Farming Gap Year Story
Not every gap year looks the same. In this episode, Michelle Dittmer speaks to Abbey about her farming gap year during COVID-19. Farming...
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Almeera Eman
Feb 9, 20214 min read
Virtual International Internships 101 with Heilwig Jones of Jaya Responsible Travel
Go abroad with your remote internship. In this episode, Heilwig Jones, Co-Founder of Kaya Responsible Travel reveals how gappers can get...
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Almeera Eman
Feb 2, 20213 min read
Alum Series: A 30-something reflection on her gap year with Jenni Berg
If you want to take a gap year at home or abroad, this is your sign to do it. In this episode, Jenni shares her gap year experience in...
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Almeera Eman
Jan 26, 20213 min read
Parent Series: Wanting What is Best for Your Kid with Reni Walker
The best way to support your kid is to partner with them. In this episode, Reni Walker, mother of three and travel lover, speaks about...
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Almeera Eman
Jan 19, 20213 min read
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. In this episode, Andrew Skelton, a first-year math professor...
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Almeera Eman
Jan 12, 20213 min read
Alum Series: Alex and Rhys - Becoming Friends and Making Progress
Coming from different backgrounds Alex and Rhys were unlikely friends, but were joined together by the same gap year program, which...
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Almeera Eman
Jan 5, 20216 min read
University Application Tips
Your post secondary decision is a big one, but it won't define your future. In this episode, I’ll change the way you look at this...
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