Throughout your time at university, you will be asked to think and write reflectively. Sometimes what we have learned from an activity or piece of work is not obvious, which is why we need to reflect ...

When I was in my twenties I put writers on a pedestal, believing that writing is an exertion of power. I still largely feel this way because in our present time, where attention is fleeting, to be ...

As I sit down to write this column, my final one for the year 2024, a whirlwind of emotions stirs within me. This year marks a significant milestone—a decade since I began writing for The Star. A ...

Aim to be descriptive in your use of language. You should use imagery, sentence structure and other techniques to bring your writing to life. Pay particular attention to describing your thoughts and ...

Reflective practice is used in many disciplines, and reflective writing is a process of documenting your reflective thinking. It involves thinking about your actions and experiences, analysing and ...

Mirrors: A series to help us reflect on our lives, understand ourselves and see the world in new ways. (Tenzin Tsering/CBC) The English-language books that won the 2024 Governor General's Literary ...