How we face adversity is as individual as the challenges before us. Kate Watt was 19 when her mom was diagnosed with cancer—worst case scenario: the disease was around her heart and lungs… she might have only two months to live. First, Kate withdrew from university just before final exams to spend more time with her mother. Then, she turned [...]
Jeff Shigehiro’s penchant for setting goals is directly related to his enthusiasm for sports. He picked up his first hockey stick at the age of five, and still plays. When he was seven years old, he knew how many pins he needed to win at bowling. He’s an avid golfer who plays with clients and takes part in charity tournaments [...]
Marlon Wilson—aka Arlo Maverick—has been performing with two of his cousins since their elementary school days. They formed urban group Politic Live, the first local hip hop band to take the stage at Peg City Holla, Canadian Music Week and JunoFest. They are the first Edmonton urban musicians to have a video charting on MTV and Much Music.
It’s not so much about what I bring to Edmonton, but what Edmonton brings to me,” says Carolyn Jarvis, Global weekend news anchor, reporter and producer. She grew up in Richmond, BC, and graduated with a Bachelor of Music in vocal performance. Then it was off to Toronto to seek fame in musical theatre. Instead, Carolyn joined the Weather Network [...]
Every Christmas, when the Salvation Army is ringing bells for donations, Giri Puligandia’s mom reminds him that his father would find every kettle in the city and put in a $5-bill. That commitment to helping people is predominant in the life of this 29-year old. He is honouring the memory of the role model he never met. When Giri was [...]
What do Louis Vuitton bags, Ninja Turtles and Buddha have in common? They’re all in Ailynn Santos’ repertoire of incredible edibles at her Whimsical Cake Studio. When she was studying elementary education at the University of Alberta, she never imagined her career path would take a huge turn. Four years ago, Ailynn went to teach in New York City where [...]
