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© Photo by Julia Neeson On the picturesque waters of the Maldives lies a luxurious hideaway like no other. Soneva Fushi, the original desert island
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© Photo Courtesy of Cayuga County History comes to life in Cayuga County in Auburn, NY. Pronounced ka-yu-ga, Cayuga County is known for its historical
© Photo by Cuppek Photography Tri-County Scholarship Fund (TCSF) was founded in 1981 with the mission of improving the lives of New Jersey’s most financially
Photo by © Lynne Graves Photography In the western part of Massachusetts, where rural and cosmopolitan coexist, lies the dreamy and sophisticated Hampshire County. City
Photo © Courtesy of A Safe Haven for Newborns By Gina M. Pérez Today, 348 newborns are in caring homes and are reaching for their
Featured Image © Michael Blanchard While many scramble to visit Martha’s Vineyard in the summer, anxious to soak up all the action, there’s a quiet
© REUTERS/ALEXANDRE MENEGHINI Cuba’s Border Restrictions Loosen… With gorgeous beaches and a unique Caribbean flair, Cuba is a popular vacation destination. After nearly two years
© Reuters/Susan Brooks-Dammann/Westend61 Ingredients such as moringa, turmeric, and yuzu are expected to be big in the food industry next year, according to buyers at
© Toa Heftiba/Unsplash Holiday food is one of the most celebrated parts of the winter season. For your family, perhaps it’s turkey, sausage stuffing, or
Damian Warner © Photo by AJ Messier Canada’s Walk of Fame is celebrating ten new inductions during this year’s broadcast special airing on Friday, December
© Photo by Lucie Liz/Pexels This holiday season, share the love with friends and family by shopping local with gifts that give back! These Canadian
Photo © Tokyo Studio By Allie Murray The holiday season brings delicious food, allowing family and friends to create memories that will last a lifetime.
Photo © Courtesy of Organic Meadow As Canada’s first organic dairy, Organic Meadow has been trusted by Canadian families to provide high-quality organic dairy foods
© Photo by UNHCR / Roger Arnold By Marie-Claude Poirie Two decades ago, Saleema Rehman was one of only a handful of refugee girls attending
Photo © Courtesy of The Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation At the cusp of the Pierre Elliott Trudeau Foundation’s (PETF) 20th Anniversary, 15 emerging global heroes
1 bedroom water retreat with slide © Julia Neeson By Raye Mocioiu On the picturesque waters of the Maldives lies a luxurious hideaway like no
© Visit Finland / Juho Kuva By Raye Mocioiu In this Nordic country, all tourism is eco-tourism. With an abundance of pristine forests and crystal-clear
Alison Hiroko Marshall (left), Allison Ide (right) Photos Courtesy of © Little Trees of Light By Allie Murray For Alison Hiroko Marshall and Allison Ide,
© Photo by Jamie Dawn Photography “Every piece of clothing is touched by another life.” Ungalli is on a mission to change the way people
© Province of Nova Scotia By Allie Murray On December 6, 1917, an explosion in the Halifax harbour shook the city to its core. Two
Oscar-winner Sean Penn has branded himself a hero both on-screen and off. The Mystic River star has long used his Hollywood power to mobilize and motivate change internationally. From humanitarian efforts in New Orleans and Haiti to political controversies, the likes of which have only been ventured by the bravest of journalists, Sean Penn has a history of boldly taking action for causes he cares about.
© Photo Courtesy of Fromagerie Bergeron For over 80 years, the Bergerons have been producing high-quality cheese using milk supplied by local farmers. Although the
The 519 is Canada’s most prominent 2SLGBTQ+ community centre and service provider. Serving Two-Spirit, Queer, and Trans communities from its facility in Toronto’s Church and Wellesley neighbourhood for 45 years, The 519 has long recognized the importance of equitable access to food. Every program and group they operate offers a food component, be it meals, snacks, grocery bags, or gift cards, and their programs offer a safe place for everyone.
© Courtesy of Medical Ministries International While the world makes strides to recover from the pandemic, the impact of COVID-19 isn’t over yet. Around the