In honor of Canada’s 150 birthday coming up in 2017, RBC is giving youth support to make this great country even better! RBC is giving youth in Canada between the ages of 16 and 25 who are not immediate family members of RBC employees $150 each to do with as they chose to make a social impact and make Canada better. Here’s a link the application. Go for … Continue reading Canada Turns 150 and RBC Gives $150
It’s true dogs can be trained to sniff out a wide range of diseases from diabetes to cancer. I had heard about this years ago from veterinarians that I knew. This W5 episode that aired November 19 on CTV explained how they do it. Even more good news about the value of physical activity, strong social ties and sense of purpose as the foundation for thriving … Continue reading Dogs can detect diseases and secrets to longevity revealed!
Thanks to the Museum of Immigration at Pier 21, we can listen to and watch stories of coming to Canada and being Canadian. Continue reading Good Stories of How We Got Here and Who We Are
Art Directly from the Heart! Here’s a heart warming story of a teen with autism who is achieving significant recognition in the art world in Canada. Read about it, see him at work and hear what others are saying about his work. Continue reading 13 Year Old with Autism Impresses Art World
Get a Glimpse at What is Stirring Emotions in Canada Tune in and watch moments of friendship and family love in reunions and departures at Canadian airports in episodes of CBC television’s Hello Goodbye. Continue reading Stories of the Ties that Bind
TV Ontario Has a Buffet of Documentaries Waiting for You to Click and Watch Sit back relax and watch some food for thought about art, history, human relationships, societies, nature and much more with TVO Documentaries. Free any time on line. This public broadcaster accepts donations on line. Continue reading Thoughts and Ideas Shared
Mom of boy with Down syndrome shares ‘happy ending’ after birthday party exclusion Mother reaches out to family who excluded her child from a birthday party and in response got a warm invitation. We can make things as they should be! Read all about it. Continue reading Hearts and Minds Can be Opened!
Iman Aghay Inspirational Talk About Living Without Regrets Iman Aghay speaks from experience about why and how we can live our lives on purpose without regrets. Sit back for 15 minutes and watch him in this TED Talk given in Vancouver about how to live fully the life of our dreams. For more about Iman, read this story of establishing himself in Canada, or connect … Continue reading Right now, focus on what matters
Time to Get Out and Enjoy Biophilia Biophilia the ‘rich, natural pleasure derived from being surrounded by living organisms, including a diversity of plants and animals.’ The benefits come from being exposed to the unique microbes in the soil and air, and mindfulness of moving through a space full of novelty and wonder. To learn more, link to the Huffington Post article. Continue reading Science Proves Nature is Good for Your Health
Yes it is possible to eliminate homelessness in an entire city! Yes there is plenty of good news in Canada, so here we go sharing stories of betterment, hope, kindness and generosity. Find about how Medicine Hat, Alberta was able to make a home for everyone. Continue reading City in Canada Eliminates Homelessness!
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