Meet Jamie, a passionate first-year Aviation student at the University of Waterloo. Coming from a small town where they were praised for their academic achievements, Jamie envisioned a bright future in the skies. However, the financial strain of tuition and living expenses has left them feeling tight on funds. With a quirky sense of humor and a flair for the dramatic, Jamie often jokes about their “broke avia” status, all while dreaming of the day they can spread their wings in both education and career through co-op opportunities.