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Ash Kaushik

Ash has more than a decade of experience in technical and creative writing, having majored in English Literature in college. He puts his experience to use as a senior writer and editor, creating engaging and entertaining content for Canadians at Canadian Essence.

6 Things Canadian Parents Are Doing Differently From Their Own Parents

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

Parenting in Canada hasn’t just evolved — in many ways, it’s been completely reworked. What used to be considered normal a generation ago now feels …

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6 Canadian Food Trends That Started Quietly and Went Mainstream

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

Not every food trend explodes overnight. Some start small — in local spots, niche communities, or specific cities — and then suddenly they’re everywhere. Canada’s …

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7 Things Canadians Are Saying No To That They Used to Just Accept

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

For a long time, Canadians were known for going along with things — higher costs, long waits, small inconveniences. But that patience is starting to …

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8 Small Towns in Canada That People Are Actually Moving To and Why

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

This isn’t about hype towns or vacation spots. These are smaller places where people are actually relocating — not just visiting — because the trade-offs …

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6 Signs the Canadian Relationship With America Is Changing at Street Level

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

Canada and the U.S. have always been closely connected — economically, culturally, and geographically. But at the everyday level, that relationship is starting to feel …

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7 Things Canadians Are Doing to Feel More Canadian Right Now

April 4, 2026April 2, 2020

Being Canadian isn’t just about geography — it’s about habits, culture, and small daily choices that make life feel distinctly local. Lately, more people are …

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8 Ways Canadians Are Quietly Pushing Back Against Hustle Culture

April 1, 2026April 1, 2020

Canadians absorbed the grind mentality — and then, quietly, a lot of them stopped. Here’s what that actually looks like. They stopped answering work messages …

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6 Surprising Ways Canadians Are Saving Money Right Now

April 1, 2026April 1, 2020

With everything costing more, Canadians are getting creative — and some of what’s working might actually surprise you. They’re grocery shopping with a strict list …

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7 Things Canadians Are Eating Differently Right Now and Why It Matters

April 1, 2026April 1, 2020

Between food prices, health trends, and a growing awareness of what’s actually in things, Canadian eating habits are shifting in ways that are more than …

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7 Ways Canadian Cities Are Changing Faster Than the People in Them

March 31, 2026March 31, 2020

Canadian cities are being physically and culturally transformed at a pace that most residents are struggling to keep up with. Here’s what’s actually shifting. The …

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