Storytellers Wanted!
LOCAL STORYTELLERS WANTED!!! To launch the City of Vancouver Community Plans, I will be curating four neighbourhood storytelling events in the following communities: 1. Marpole – May 1st at Metro Theatre 2. West End – May 10th at Denmen Theatre 3. Grandview Woodland – May 11th at The Wise Hall 4. Downtown Eastside – TBD Each […]
The Coach
When I was first introduced to the idea of a coach, I was a little hesitant. In my mind, a business or life coach was meant for people who were lost or in need of serious guidance. Whereas I had been writing down goals, drawing up vision boards and dreaming big since high school! I […]
Healthy Skin From Within
I admit, when I first met Corina Crysler my knowledge of skin health was limited. My skin care routine consisted of face wash, moisturizer, and occasionally sun block. As I started to learn more, I was amazed at how skin can be an indicator of our general health and well-being. I was also amazed at […]
Capilano: The Story of Water
Growing up on the North Shore, Capilano Suspension Bridge was a place that many of us felt connected to but rarely visited ourselves. Sure, we suggested each out-of-town guest make the drive up Capilano Road to take in the beauty of our natural rainforests and the excitement of the swaying bridge, but I don’t […]
The Power of Performing
When I was growing up, I loved to perform. From public speaking contests and piano recitals to community plays and school performances, I was given the opportunity to express myself in so many different ways. For many kids, the performing arts means putting on a play in their backyard, or acting out in class and […]
Community Arts
When I first heard about the Community Arts Council of Vancouver (CACV), I was instantly intrigued. Even more so when I discovered they had been around since 1946 – making them the first Arts Council in North America! This past summer, I was approached by a family friend to help the CACV develop the story […]
Good Karma
When I lived in West Africa in 2008, I visited an old friend from high school living in Northern Ghana. I knew she had started a charity, but I had no idea to what extent. After seeing the work she does in Ghana, and now helping her build and share her story in Canada, I […]
Sarah McLachlan School of Music
Last night marked the official opening of the Sarah McLachlan School of Music. What a wonderful evening it was! I started working with the Sarah McLachlan Foundation in January 2010 to help them uncover the many stories that make up the organization. I worked closely with Sarah and the staff at the Music Outreach program […]