This end of term holiday is likely to be quite different from previous years. Many students who had planned to go home or travel won’t be able to, and some will be quarantining to be able to spend time with loved ones. Some will be spending the break in Ottawa for the first time ever. For many students, this is a festive time typically spent with extended family and reconnecting with friends. Instead, they may be trying to make the best of smaller gatherings or connecting with their loved ones virtually.
So how can we enjoy this break at the end of a stressful and unusual term? Here are some tips you might be able to use or suggest to friends or colleagues who are struggling.