Bernadine Fox at Vancouver Co-op Radio Early life and childhood Bernadine Fox’s life began in the vast openness of Alberta’s bald flat prairie, a place known for its wild beauty and expansive skies, but for her, it was a place of darkness. Her childhood was marked by unspeakable abuse and exploitation […]
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Give something to those who gave Vet Tix (Veteran Tickets Foundation) is a nonprofit organization dedicated to providing free event tickets to United States military veterans and their families. Since its founding in 2008, Vet Tix has distributed tickets to concerts, sporting events and theater performances, helping veterans create lasting memories
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By Danniel Swatosh, CMO of The Axis Project, Access Initiatives George Gallego At The Axis Project, we empower people with disabilities and seniors to lead active lives through adaptive programming and innovative equipment at our Access Initiatives gym. Our inclusive community helps members overcome limitations, achieve fitness goals, and engage fully
Jamie Shultz’s inspiration for her innovation starts where many others do: with frustration. But she did not tinker away in a garage, dreaming up the next shiny gadget. Her pain and discomfort, the kind that makes the simplest tasks seem monumental, was raw, real and human—stealing comfort from an already difficult
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Jen Bricker-Bauer: a name that soars high in the realm of possibility and inspiration. A gymnast, aerialist and motivational speaker, her life is one big, beautiful contradiction to the word “impossible.” Born without legs and adopted into a loving family, Jen has lived a life far beyond what most would dare
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Kristen DeAndrade | Photo Credit: Monica Lokitus Kristen DeAndrade is the walking and dancing proof that perseverance can break barriers and rewrite stories, especially when it comes to dwarfism and disability. Born with achondroplasia, the most common form of dwarfism, Kristen’s life is her canvas, and she’s painting a whole new
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Meet Armando—his smile alone could light up the entire building. He’s the kind of person whose presence feels like a warm embrace on a chilly day, radiating joy and positivity that ripple through the office. His presence reminds you that, sometimes, the simple act of showing up with a good attitude
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As the crisp air and vibrant colors of fall settle in, we’re excited to bring you our November issue, perfect for cozy reading as the charm of this season unfolds. On our cover is the remarkable Jen Bricker-Bauer, who shows us how to embrace our strengths and dream big, defying every
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(L to R) Samantha Sewell, Kevin Parker, Leo Sammarelli, Baylie McKnight, Monica Gartner | Photo Credit: Avi Dhillon The Courage To Come Back Awards www.couragetocomeback.ca Rising above adversity in life often means overcoming the challenge of maintaining mental health despite unfathomably difficult circumstances. The Courage To Come Back Awards, presented
Nominations are open for the
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Nathan and his sister When we think of role models, we often picture people who’ve achieved great things and are good at making wealth. We aspire to be successful business leaders, celebrities, innovators, artists, athletes, scientists, philanthropists, public figures, and even social media influencers who are well-known and celebrated for
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