15 Mar 2022

Marie-Joelle: The Power of Pinterest

If you’re an avid Pinner, you know that going down a Pinterest rabbit hole inevitably lasts longer than you’d expect — but that’s not necessarily a bad thing. From living room inspo to knitting techniques for cute baby sweaters, from...
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15 Mar 2022

Olivia Amato: From Sales And Trading To Squats And Training

In conversation with Peloton instructor Olivia Amato on why she decided to pursue fitness over finance, what makes her feel her best and how to set yourself up for success. When it comes to fitness, the popularity of some workouts...
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15 Mar 2022

Craig Pike: A Recipe For Success

In 2004, Craig Pike moved from St. John’s, Newfoundland and Labrador, to Canada’s largest and most metropolitan mecca, Toronto. Originally, Pike committed to attending George Brown theatre school in Toronto for one reason and one reason only, which was to continue his journey...
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23 Nov 2021

April Brown & Sarah Sklash: Modern Moteliers

Back in 2016, besties-turned-business partners, April Brown and Sarah Sklash, quit their day jobs and started chasing the millennial dream by following their combined passion for travel, wine and design — all of which eventually led them to flipping motels....
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23 Nov 2021

Peter Mansbridge: Front Row To History

In his new book, Off the Record, broadcaster Peter Mansbridge shares his stories and experiences of a life well lived. In the last 50 years, there have been innumerable national and international news events that have shaped history, from the...
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23 Nov 2021

Meet Richmond Hill’s New Fire Chief, Bryan Burbidge

With more than 19 years of experience as a high-ranking officer and 32 years of experience in the fire service, it’s safe to say that Chief Burbidge knows how to put out a fire. Bryan Burbidge, Richmond Hill, Ont.’s fire...
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23 Nov 2021

Emily O’Brien: Popping Corn — For The Greater Good

When you’re in prison, you have a lot of time to think. That’s what happened to Emily O’Brien, who started with a kernel of an idea and hatched a plan — a business plan, that is — from behind bars....
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30 Sep 2021

Changing The World, One Wristband At A Time

When Jason Kuipers handmade a wristband to match his lemon-lime Nikes, he never thought it would grow into a full-fledged business, let alone one he’d run with his two brothers. When we virtually met with the three brothers who founded...
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19 Jul 2021

Coming Up: Farah Nasser

She’s one of Toronto’s most recognizable faces on TV. Farah Nasser, the motivational and thought-provoking anchor on Global News, has been providing viewers across the GTA with much-needed clarity for nearly two decades. She’s not afraid to dig deep, either,...
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