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My Favourite Books

These are the books that influenced my approach to money, work, and life. And before you go and buy any of them, go get them for free from your local library!

Fiction

  • And Then There Were None by Agatha Christie — A quick read, and one of my favourite mysteries.
  • Lord of the Flies by William Golding — Another quick read, but an absolute classic.
  • 1984 by George Orwell — Incredibly relevant for today’s day and age.
  • The Shining by Stephen King - I didn’t sleep for a couple weeks after this one.
  • The Way of Kings by Brandon Sanderson - An incredible journey, this book is long, but completely on another level.

Financial Independence & Money

  • 5 Years to Freedom: A Canadian Guide to Early Retirement by Rejean Venne — This Canadian-based guide will help you retire way earlier than you think possible.
  • Your Money or Your Life by Vicki Robin — A mindset reset on how we exchange life energy for money.
  • The Psychology of Money by Morgan Housel — A fantastic bundle of stories about wealth, greed, and happiness.

Lifestyle Design & Work

  • Deep Work by Cal Newport — Essential reading on cultivating focus and doing meaningful work.
  • Digital Minimalism by Cal Newport — Helps you cut digital clutter and reclaim attention.
  • Atomic Habits by James Clear — Practical strategies for building habits that stick.
  • Four Thousand Weeks by Oliver Burkeman — A thoughtful take on time management and living intentionally.
  • The 4-Hour Workweek by Tim Ferriss — A bold playbook for designing work and lifestyle on your own terms, focused on automation, delegation, and intentional living.

Go get a Library Card!

Getting a library card in Saskatoon is easy and opens up free access to thousands of books, audiobooks, tools, and workshops — perfect for lifelong learners and budget-friendly living.

  1. Visit any Saskatoon Public Library branch — You’ll need a piece of ID and proof of Saskatoon residency (like a driver’s license or utility bill).
  2. Sign up in person or online — You can start the process online at saskatoonlibrary.ca and finish it at a branch.
  3. Start borrowing — You’ll get access to physical books, ebooks (with Libby app), audiobooks, streaming services (like Kanopy), and free events. Bonus: If you buy a Kobo e-reader, you can get ebooks from the library instantly and for free!

I love the library, I use it to borrow books, movies, and even PS5 games!

My Favourite Saskatoon Restaurants

These are the spots I always recommend to visitors!

  • Una Pizza + Wine — The go-to place for great thin-crust pizza and casual dining.
  • Japa Shack — Delicious, Japanese fusion.

My Favourite Local Stores in Saskatoon

I love supporting local shops that have high-quality, buy-it-for-life products. Here are a few of my favourites:

  • Outter Limits — An outdoor store that’s perfect for hiking, camping, and Saskatchewan adventures.
  • Escape Sports — A locally owned shop for people who love to get outside. They specialize in gear for paddleboarding, longboarding, disc golf, camping, and commuting by bike or skateboard. A perfect stop if you want to add a little more adventure and movement to your lifestyle. The staff are incredibly knowledgeable and friendly.