We have a tendency in our modern culture to seek out the speedy recovery, the happy ending, and the final epiphany that makes all the hardships worthwhile. But how do we heal from a traumatic experience that doesn’t come with a quick fix or a Hollywood-style “life lesson”? Continue reading
The Calgary Alliance for the Common Good, a grassroots organization in Calgary, is creating a strong network of religious, non-profit and service groups. Their goal is to take action together to change their city for the better. Continue reading
Join the celebrated writer and activist Mary Joe Leddy as she reflects on time and space, identity and living together, in this beautiful excerpt from her latest book Why Are We Here? A Meditation on Canada. Continue reading
Meet a millennial who moved back home to her rural community and is happily thriving. Now she and a few friends have formed a national organization to support others who are taking a second look at the joys and benefits of small-town life.
A look at a new nation-wide program called MentorAbility Canada, bringing together individuals with disabilities and mentors in their communities, and fostering connection, inclusion and confidence. Continue reading
Eyes, minds and hearts are opened when a group of junior high students and their teacher experience the healing power of creative self-expression through poetry. Continue reading
A dedicated architectural team is focused on contemporary, inviting, barrier-free design that provides life-changing solutions for persons with disabilities. Continue reading
As part of the worldwide Clubhouse Movement, Calgary’s Potential Place provides friendship and practical support for individuals with chronic mental illness. Continue reading
Meet award-winning documentary filmmaker Dianne Whelan as she films her latest adventure, an extraordinary pilgrimage of 24,000 km, seeking lost wisdom on the world’s longest trail. Continue reading
Paul LaPointe’s undiagnosed bi-polar disorder drove him to bizarre and desperate behaviour, which in turn led to years of cycling in and out of jail. His life changed dramatically when a caring doctor diagnosed and treated his mental health issues. The recent launch of Paul’s book, From Cell to Sanity, included a national panel coming together to discuss Corrections, Mental Health, Poverty and Social Justice. Continue reading
