Eating disorders in Canada stand as the third most common mental health condition, yet they remain among the most misunderstood within our society. This realm is fraught with stereotypes, mischaracterizations, and a pervasive lack of awareness. This often leaves those affected in the shadows of confusion and isolation. However, there’s a beacon of hope emerging on the horizon with Body… View Post
Supinder Wraich and Enrico Colantoni in CBC’s Allegiance Supinder Wraich is Sabrina Sohal, a top police academy achiever whose father, a federal Minister is arrested on treason charges on the day and at the place of her graduation ceremony. Suddenly under the media spotlight, she must keep her cool, and learn the ropes at work while battling thinly disguised sexism… View Post
By Anne Brodie The Canadian Reads 2015 book Ru, the dramatic true story of Kim Thúy whose family fled Vietnam for Canada, endured a nerve-shattering journey and adjustment to a strange culture has been adapted for the big screen. They were the so-called “boat people” fleeing a murderous regime. Their arrival in Quebec, to sponsors, freedom, and a new life,… View Post
Sir Lenny Henry, Britain’s beloved actor and producer remembers three strong women from his family, and all the others, who left Jamaica for better lives in England in the 50s in the BritBox series Three Little Birds. They were not prepared for the challenges they’d face including sexism, racism, and economic insecurity, but were buoyed with plenty of heart and… View Post
The sad story of Truman Capote’s ouster as storyteller and entertainer to the wives of Manhattan’s most powerful men continues to make waves today. Much ink has been spilled over Capote, in the 80s considered the greatest living American author, who was banned from the magic circle of dinners at La Cote Basque after publishing devastating, humiliating tales told to… View Post
Oh I hear you sister, you are S-T-R-E-S-S-E-D. So for a minute I’d like you to imagine setting sail on a journey that’s not just about exploring new destinations but about a radical act of sweet self-care amidst the camaraderie of like-minded women. That dream, is a reality on this Women’s Wellness Cruise, embarking from Budapest to Prague in October… View Post