Stories

Happiness comes in many forms, and this month, I have been reminded of just how diverse and beautiful those moments can be. Take, for example, the pure joy captured in my photo with the Victoria Humane Society during our recent photoshoot. The unconditional love of animals, their trust and affection, is an instant source of [...]

Words Jo Barnes Photos Marcel Qualizza Many of us try to confront our fears: skydiving out of a plane, climbing an icy vertical rockface, diving off a towering cliff into the water below, and for some, it’s going nose to beak with a chicken! Bev Qualizza has always had an innate fear of animals, but

Words Jesse Holth Photo Sarah Hartley Photography Upcycling is a crucial element of the circular economy – that is, making sure the items we use in our day-to-day life are repaired or repurposed rather than sending them to the landfill. Whether that means revitalizing an old piece of furniture with chalk paint or sourcing unique

Words Jamila Douhaibi Photo Tanya Murchie Lucy Lacet Stevens is one of those remarkable women that knew what she wanted to do at a young age, and made the dream a reality. Shy but passionate, she moved to Canada from Brazil in 2003 with her three boys and husband Richard. Her first job after the

Words Angie Vinueza, Marketing & Development Manager, Soap for Hope Canada With the rising cost of living, individuals facing financial insecurity have been forced to choose between essentials like food, housing, or hygiene. While many take personal care products for granted, thousands in our communities face daily struggles without access to soap, shampoo, toothpaste or