19 Jul 2021

Is a path toward healing possible?

It is time for all Canadians to gather together in a spirit of tolerance and action. But, to open our hearts to healing and reconciliation, we must first take the time to understand this dark period in Canadian history. It...
By Cece M. Scott
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15 Mar 2021

We are All Essential

Small businesses are the fabric of our communities — be a part of their recovery. Live local, buy local. Small businesses are like the 16 Community Chests in the popular game of Monopoly, a board game where players are in...
By Cece M. Scott
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15 Mar 2021

Have we become a Society that practises ageism?

As a society, we have all been complicit in the shocking and inadequate levels of care in our nursing homes. The time to address the maelstrom of these inadequacies is now. We all need to be involved. Each of us...
By Cece M. Scott
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15 Mar 2021

Youth And Mental Health: The Shadow Pandemic

The pandemic has had a detrimental effect on the mental health of our youth. They feel isolated and alone, without peer support or the usual engagement in fun activities. But there is help for this cohort that is free, anonymous...
By Cece M. Scott
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15 Mar 2021

Buy Local, or Bye, Local

Is there a point when both our civil rights and the financial and emotional well-being of our small business owners supersede the governmental measures in place that mandate small businesses remain closed? It is the modern-day, COVID-19 version of the...
By Cece M. Scott
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16 Sep 2020

Mena Massoud Celebrates His Dual Passions For Acting & The Vegan Life

In spite of his own struggles around procuring high-profile acting roles since his title performance in Aladdin, Massoud is a driving force in lending a hand to fellow actors of diverse voices. How many times have you wished that you...
By Cece M. Scott
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10 Jul 2020

Doug Ford: The Heart Of Resilient Leadership

Leadership during a pandemic requires a set of skills that fosters collaboration, connectedness and out-of-the-box thinking. What is the real definition of effective leadership? Is it merely about leading a group of people? Is it connected to seniority or one’s...
By Cece M. Scott
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10 Jul 2020

Roberta Battaglia: The Canadian Remake Of A Star Is Born

A 10-year-old with the grace and poise of an adult, Toronto’s Roberta Battaglia rings the buzzer on so many levels. Lady Gaga would be proud. If you were to shut your eyes and listen to 10-year-old Roberta Battaglia sing the...
By Cece M. Scott
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10 Jul 2020

Adrianne Haslet: True Grit

Adrianne Haslet’s dream was to be the next Ginger Rogers — until she lost part of her leg as a result of the Boston Marathon bombing. Life can change on a dime. Imagine you are out for a leisurely lunch...
By Cece M. Scott
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