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DearResidents,
Octobereditionofour ectnewsletter!
Aprilishere,bringinglongerdays,abitof warmth,andarenewedsenseofenergy aroundtheresidence.Asthesemester windsdown,it’sagreattimetostay focusedwhilealsotakingmomentsto recharge.
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Aprilisalsoagreattimetoreflectonhow faryou’vecomethissemester—every challengefacedandeverygoalachieved issomethingtobeproudof.
Wishingyouabalancedandproductive monthahead.
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RESIDENT
Jonathon Blair SPOTLIGHT SPOTLIGHT meet
THISISJONATHON!
Meet Jonathan Blair, a Computer Science student at McGill University with a unique background Canadian-born and Jamaicaraised.SincemovingtoMontreal,Jonathanhas found the city to be both exciting and unpredictable, with its mix of vibrant culture and unexpected events—like a corgi costume competition he came across earlier this year. Whatstandsoutmosttohimisthelivelinessof the city, which seems to carry on even during the latest hours of the night. This constant energy, combined with the diversity of experiences Montreal offers, has made his time here both memorable and engaging as he continues to explore everything the city has to offer.
WHATHEDO?
Outside of his academic life, Jonathan enjoys spending his time exploring the city on foot and discovering new dessert spots, making the most of Montreal’s food scene. At Campus1, he has had a very positive experience and enjoys taking advantage of the amenities available, particularly playing pool and table tennis, as well as appreciating the view from the 19th floor. He highlights the importance of stepping out of your room and making use of shared spaces like the study rooms and the chalet, as they provide great opportunities to meet new people. For Jonathan, these casual interactions can turn into meaningful connectionsthatlastwellbeyondresidencelife.
Date & Time: 2-11April,2026
SHOWICASING FILMS FROM AFRICAN AND CREOLE ARTISTS
Date & Time: 3-6April,2026
SPECIAL BRUNCH OPTIONS, AND SPA DAYS ACROSS THE CITY
AprilEvent AprilEvent MTLedition MTLedition
22-30April,2026
Date & Time: Date & Time: THE PREMIER FILM FESTIVAL DEDICATED ENTIRELY TO QUEBECOIS CINEMA.
25-28April,2026
A MAJOR INTERNATIONAL LITERACY FESTIVAL FEATURING DIVERSE VOICES AND WRITING WORKSHOPS.
InMontrealandacrossQuebec,Easter hasbothreligiousandculturaltraditions. SinceQuebechistoricallyhasstrong Catholicroots,manypeopleattend churchservicesonGoodFridayorEaster Sunday,althoughformanyfamilies todayitismoreofaculturalholidaythan astrictlyreligiousone.
Familiesoftengatherforameal duringthelongweekend,with foodslikeham,potatoes,and springdesserts.Childrenalso takepartinEasteregghunts andreceivechocolateeggsor bunnies,whicharepopular traditionsinthecity.
SinceMontrealisverymulticultural,noteveryonecelebrates Easterthesameway.Somecommunitiesfollowadifferent calendarandcelebrateOrthodoxEasteronanotherdate, oftenwithtraditionslikered-dyedeggsandlate-nightchurch services.Altogether,EasterinMontrealendsupbeingablend ofoldtraditions,familytime,andacelebrationofspring.
STRAWBERRY STRAWBERRY
SPINACH SALAD SPINACH SALAD STRAWBERRY SPINACH SALAD
TOSS SPINACH, TOSS SPINACH, STRAWBERRIES, FETA, AND STRAWBERRIES, FETA, AND ALMONDS IN A BOWL. ALMONDS IN A BOWL.
DRIZZLE WITH BALSAMIC DRIZZLE WITH BALSAMIC GLAZE OR VINAIGRETTE. GLAZE OR VINAIGRETTE.
AVOCADO TOAST AVOCADO TOAST & MICROGREENS & MICROGREENS AVOCADO TOAST & MICROGREENS
EASY R EASY R FOR SP FOR SP EASY R FOR SP
MASH AVOCADO ON TOASTED MASH AVOCADO ON TOASTED BREAD, TOP WITH RADISHES, BREAD, TOP WITH RADISHES, MICROGREENS LIKE BROCCOLI, MICROGREENS LIKE BROCCOLI, KALE, ARUGULA, CILANTRO. KALE, ARUGULA, CILANTRO.
ADD A SQUEEZE OF LEMON, ADD A SQUEEZE OF LEMON, AND A PINCH OF SALT. AND A PINCH OF SALT.
NOWTHATSPRING NOW THAT SPRING PERFECTOPPORT PERFECT OPPORT
FRESHFLAVORS,T FRESH FLAVORS, T ANDBRIGHTENUPY AND BRIGHTEN UP Y COLORFUL,SEASO COLORFUL, SEASO
RECIPES RECIPES PRING PRING RECIPES PRING
GISHERE,IT’STHE G IS HERE, IT’S THE TUNITYTOENJOY TUNITY TO ENJOY TRYNEWRECIPES, TRY NEW RECIPES, YOURMEALSWITH YOUR MEALS WITH ONALINGREDIENTS ONAL INGREDIENTS
LEMON HONEY LEMON HONEY
YOGURT PARFAIT
YOGURT
YOGURT PARFAIT LEMON HONEY
IN A CUP, LAYER YOGURT, IN A CUP, LAYER YOGURT, HONEY, LEMON ZEST, BERRIES, HONEY, LEMON ZEST, BERRIES, AND GRANOLA. AND GRANOLA.
REPEAT LAYERS IF DESIRED. REPEAT LAYERS IF DESIRED.
CHILL FOR 10 MINUTES BEFORE CHILL FOR 10 MINUTES BEFORE SERVING. SERVING.
CUCUMBER MINT CUCUMBER MINT DRINK DRINK CUCUMBER MINT DRINK
MUDDLE CUCUMBER AND MINT MUDDLE CUCUMBER AND MINT WITH HONEY AT THE BOTTOM OF A WITH HONEY AT THE BOTTOM OF A GLASS. GLASS.
ADD ICE CUBES AND TOP WITH ADD ICE CUBES AND TOP WITH SPARKLING WATER. SPARKLING WATER.
STIR GENTLY AND GARNISH WITH A STIR GENTLY AND GARNISH WITH A CUCUMBER SLICE OR MINT SPRIG. CUCUMBER SLICE OR MINT SPRIG.
WalkorbikearoundMountRoyal
Spring in Montreal is when the city comes back to life; terraces open, festivalsreturn,andthestreetsfillwithenergy.FromMountRoyalwalksto OldMontrealstrolls,it’stheperfecttimetogetoutandenjoythevibe. HeadupMountRoyalforskyline views,picnicspots,andpeoplewatching.
BIXI bikes come back in spring, whichisgreatforexploring
StrollOldMontrealandOldPort Wandercobblestonestreetsand checkouttheriverfront. VisitNotre-DameBasilica(the AURAlightshowisworthit) Popupmarkets
Montréalhostspop-upsliketheMontrealSocialMarketPlace,theArtisan &HandmadeMarket,andtheStreetVintageMarket,eachshowcasing localmakers,vintagefinds,andcreativebrands
Outdoorspacedowntownwith:live musicfoodstallsandmanyevents JardinsGamelin
Go to a sugar shack (cabane à sucre)
Expectmapletaffy,traditionalfood, music,andoutdoorfun It’saclassicQuebectraditiontied tomaplesyrupseason
Visitmuseumslikethe MontrealMuseumofFineArts, McCordStewartMuseum, RedpathMuseum Museumhopping
Finals StudyTips
Resources Resources
Ausefulplatformthatallow studentstocreateonline flashcardstosupportthere studies
Wizeprepprovides clarificationandin-depth answerstothecontent coveredinavarietyof subjects
Studocucontainsmanymock examstohelprevise.Thereis alsoalibraryofnotesavailable frompreviousstudentstohelp inyourstudies
Campus1 Support Campus1 Support
Makeuseofthe manuammeneties atCampus1suchas thestudyroom locatedthroughout thebuilding
Keepaneyeout foreventshosted byyourCA’sto helpyour academia
Earth Day
History of Earth Day
Began on April 22, 1970 in the U.S. to address the 1969 Santa Barbara Oil Spill and other environmental violations
The date was selected so university students would get involved, as it falls between spring break and exams
Earth Day went world-wide in 1990
1969 Santa Barbara Oil Spill (L.A. Times)
2015 Santa Barbara Oil Spill (L.A. Times)
Ways YOU can help
Avoid hyper consumerism.
It’s bad for the planet-and your wallet
Buy local & support companies that are transparent about sustainability initiatives
Volunteer for an environmental organization Advocate for ecoconscious legislation
SUPPORT TO ACHIEVE YOUR BEST
This service offers you and your family support with any work or personal issue, including short-term professional counselling and connecting you to local resources to help you manage emotional, practical or physical needs.
The Service is Counselling
FREE - no cost to you
Confidential
Available in your language
Available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year
Accessible in multiple ways
What it offers
Improving relationships, Managing life changes, Improving esteem and confidence, Achieving work-life harmony
Connect to Local Resources
Childcare needs, Caring for an elder, School success, Legal resources
Help Staying Healthy
Sleep, Pregnancy, Eating well, Finding a gym
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