By Kana Ogawa

Where are you from and when did you come to Canada?

I am from Serbia. I came to Canada two and a half years ago.

How was the transition?

It was hard at first, mostly because of English, and because of the cultural differences, but I think I overcame those differences in a short period of time.

For what are you most grateful?

I am grateful that I got a chance to get an education in Canada, and move here, meet new people, new cultures, and learn a new language.

Who inspires you to be better?

I think I inspire myself to be better. I like to challenge myself in school in terms of the things I can do or my limitations. I am trying to break those limits and learn more, and therefore in that way I inspire myself.

What are your hobbies and what got you into them?

I used to go to a music school so one of my hobbies right now is to play the guitar. I also like riding my bike, just walking, and also watching Netflix.

What are you looking forward in the summer?

I am going to Serbia for two months.

What would you tell your Grade 9 self?

Be more confident.