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
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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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Angela Lynn Expressing love transcends linguistic and cultural boundaries. The ILY (I Love You) handshape, used in American Sign Language (ASL), is a widely recognized symbol of affection and unity. While the words “I love you” can have different translations and may not always be understood universally, the ILY handshape remains
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Alexandra Hoffman Throughout my career as an educator, I have been fortunate to teach and work with incredible autistic and neurodiverse children. Masterpiece was inspired by an autistic child who didn’t see the world like his peers. His outside-the-box thinking was incredibly inspiring and taught me profound lessons about humanity. At
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Madison Tevlin | Photo Credit: Mona Miri/Sustainable Photography When some people look at me, all they see is Down syndrome. But I want people to know that I am so much more than that. ~ Madison Tevlin is a 22 year old Canadian actor, TV Talk Show host, model, content creator
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Bart Vulliamy www.BartVulliamy.com | Instagram: @PhotographieBlack “Acceptance requires facing that which makes you uncomfortable about us, thinking about why it makes you uncomfortable, and confronting any prejudice at the root of that discomfort.” ~ Kassiane S., Autistic Self Advocacy Network Autism Acceptance Month (otherwise known as Autism Awareness Month) is celebrated in
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