WELCOME, FUTURE PENPALS

Please read through the whole page to ensure we are a complete match. There is a form at the bottom of the page that you can fill out if being penpals interests you. I will reply back to those that interest me the most 🙂

My Aesthetic

I'm always Hungry for Adventure

My letter aesthetic is simple but intentional—I always write on lined paper to keep things neat, and I take my time to make sure my handwriting is clear and easy to read. I like using a good pen that flows smoothly, giving my letters a clean and polished look without feeling too formal. There’s something satisfying about filling a page with carefully chosen words, making each letter feel personal and thoughtful. I put real effort into what I write, so my letters aren’t just messages—they’re something worth holding onto.

What my letters are like

My letters are generally 2 pages or longer. Sent on A4 or Letter paper. I write in cursive, so I hope that you can read cursive!
The letter is almost always sent in neon-coloured envelopes. It is always a surprise of what colour you'll get.
I don't really include things with my letter. Sometimes I might include the tea I am drinking at the moment, but I focus more on the relationship we are building and transcripting my thoughts and feelings on the paper you are reading.
Postcards might come to you occassionally from my travels.

Passages from some of my letters

Since joining the BHTM Student and Alumni Society Ahmed has demonstrated exceptional expertise in leadership. His improvements to the Society have increased productivity and communication amongst all our Board Members. He is a motivated and hardworking individual both in his role as Vice President and Chairman, but also in his studies at Algonquin College. He is dedicated to the hospitality industry and he consistently demonstrates a solid work ethic. He is capable, motivated, and forward-thinking. I would highly recommend Ahmed both as a team player and as a leader.

Fiona McCarthy-Kennedy

Ahmed is a motivated and intelligent student who has worked hard to gain a great knowledge of the hospitality and tourism industry. For the last three years Ahmed has been a student of mine in the financial courses for the Bachelor's in Hospitality and Tourism Management at Algonquin College. During this time Ahmed has shown strong work ethic, a great ability to help others through his tutoring and analytical and problem solving abilities. Ahmed is not only reliable and forward thinking, but he has also been a great team player as he has lead our Students Alumni Society to some innovative changes. I recommend Ahmed for any path that he chooses as he would be an asset for any company.

Marc Brennan, MBA, CHIA, CAHTA

I first met Ahmed through school at Algonquin College. Despite us being a couple year’s apart in our mutual degree, he has always played a key role in creating success and recognition for our BHTM program. This year I have been given the opportunity to work directly with Ahmed through the BHTM Student and Alumni Society. As president, he has shown dedication to the success of the society and its future direction. Ahmed has proven to show excellent time management skills through the planning of meetings, events, and other on-going activities. He also will always make time to meet one-on-one to discuss relevant goals, problems, and solutions. Ahmed’s passion for creating success for himself and others cannot go unrecognized.

Brielle Pelletier, MBA

Now about you

What I'm looking for in a penpal

I don’t expect a penpal that has travelled their entire life, or one that is well educated. I want a penpal that is:

  • living their best life,
  • knowing what they enjoy,
  • does not expect gifts or items included in letters,
  • enjoys making memories, nurturing relationships, and creating a lasting legacy in the world,
  • could possibly be open to meeting in person if my/your travels collide (in your/my city or when we are both travelling).

I am actively looking for 3-5 penpals from Europe (particularly the Nordics and Eastern Europe), Central and South America, Oceania and Polynesia.

Once you complete the following form, I will review all the requests and send an Instagram DM to those I am most interested in.