Hi! I'm a student based in Ottawa who's venturing out to travel on her own for the first time!

I love meeting new people, hearing about their life experiences, and having meaningful conversations. I want to learn about what makes you love your city.

I think the fact that you're inviting people into your home is absolutely wonderful. Thank you for opening up this opportunity for people to see your city.

Why I’m on Couchsurfing

I'm new to travelling on my own and I would love to meet new people and have good conversation.

Interests

• yoga
• politics
• economics
• dance
• sustainable living
• policy
• community development

Music, Movies, and Books

Books (to name a few)
- Let's Pretend This Never Happened by Jenny Lawson
- Monstrous Regiment by Terry Pratchett (and the rest of his work)
- The Handmaid's Tale by Margaret Atwood
- Guns, Germs, and Steel by Jared Diamond

Movies
- Amélie
- Looper
- X-Men: Days of Future Past
- Singing in the Rain
- Девчата
- В бой идут одни старики

Music
- Janelle Monae
- Gin Wigmore
- J Balvin
- Yann Tiersen
- Stromae
- Hamiltom

One Amazing Thing I’ve Done

- Worked in the House of Commons

Teach, Learn, Share

- I can share a lot of knowledge about: Canadian politics, Russian and Soviet history, economics (and why that isn't hella boring), human biology, nutrition, early childhood development

- I would love to learn anything you're passionate and knowledgeable about

What I Can Share with Hosts

- I can cook a rocking Russian meal
- I can provide a fun conversation on the topic of your choice
- I can provide ample and personalized TV, movie, and book recommendations
- basic yoga flows

Countries I’ve Visited

Austria, Canada, Cuba, Czech Republic, France, Italy, Russian Federation, Spain, Tunisia, United Kingdom, United States, Vatican City State

Countries I’ve Lived In

Canada, Russian Federation