Rosalind’s story: Growing produce and inspiring young leaders with Fresh Roots Farms
How Rosalind Sadowski and Fresh Roots Farms are working with young people, using food as a catalyst for education and empowerment.
Dr. Pushpa Chandra: Extreme Distance Runner
Dr. Pushpa Chandra has run over 500 marathons and ultramarathons. In commemoration of her 60th birthday, she participated in the 2018 World Marathon Challenge, aka 777, making her the oldest female to run seven marathons within seven days in seven continents.
The Olympic Athlete Who Teaches Kids About Life’s Hurdles
Canadian Olympic hurdler Sarah Wells is no stranger to obstacles, both on the track and in her everyday life. This decorated athlete has seen both success and heartbreak during her athletic career.
Blood Memory: Exploring Indigenous Identity Through Dance
Olivia C. Davies is an Indigenous contemporary choreographer, performer and emerging curator. Her work moves through questions of identity and transition and exploring her blood memory—her ancestral DNA.
This Professional Kiteboarder Followed His Childhood Dream
Sam Medysky is a professional kiteboarder. Born and raised in a small town just north of Toronto, Ontario, Sam started kiting when he was 9 years old. By the age of 13, Sam began competing professionally. Since then, he has become a six-time Canadian National Champion, global competitor and amongst the top kiteboarders in the world in his disciplines.
These Twin Sisters Found Big Business in Teething Toys
Donut and bubble tea baby teethers? Taco and avocado infant swaddles? Meet Loulou Lollipop, and the twin sister team responsible for all this cuteness.
When the company Eleanor Lee was working for went bankrupt, she thought of making teething jewelry after her daughter broke a few of her necklaces. Her sister, Angel Kho quit her own job and joined Eleanor.
Their hard work has brought their products from Etsy, all the way to major retailers such as Antropologie, Crate & Barrel, Nordstrom, and to hundreds of stores internationally. Here’s how they did it.