This winter, Peel Art Gallery, Museum and Archives (PAMA) has two new exciting collection- and donation-based exhibitions. In Love and In Art: Jim Reid, Gina Rorai, Peggy Taylor Reid, and David Urban present the works of artist couples to question what influences they may have on one another’s practices. Having developed their artistic careers side by side while raising their families, they must have had some impact on one another’s creative output. Or have they? The answer is in the eyes of the beholder.

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IMAGE: Abandoned Root Cellar, 1969, watercolour on paper, Gift of Dr. David and Mrs. Carol Dickson, 2023 © David Blackwood Estate

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Well, everyone, that's a wrap on 2024! It's been an incredible year and we've explored A LOT of heroes. We've gone through and done a deep dive on all 12 of our cover stories of the year. These Global Heroes cover stories provide a powerful glimpse into the diverse efforts underway to tackle some of the world's most pressing challenges. Through their dedication, innovation, and commitment to community-driven solutions, these individuals and organizations inspire hope and demonstrate the power of collective action in creating a better future for all.

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Bromont is well-known as an authentic ski town, but it’s more than just that—it’s the largest night skiing resort in North America, and it’s less than an hour's drive from Montréal, Québec. Not a skier? Not a problem! There is more to do than skiing: outdoor adventures, family-friendly activities, unforgettable culinary experiences, and moments of pure relaxation. Whether you’re drawn by the snow-covered peaks, foodie adventures, or peaceful experiences in nature, Bromont has something for everyone...

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IMAGE: © Mathieu Lachapelle

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For David (Patch) Patchell-Evans, fitness isn’t just about business—it’s a way to foster better lives, stronger communities, and a healthier nation. “Everyone deserves the opportunity to change their life and champion their own physical and mental well-being,” he says. “I want to empower people with those opportunities and give everyone in Canada the chance to make our home the healthiest nation in the world.” It’s a bold mission, but his approach is simple: make fitness available for all—regardless of circumstance.

READ MORE: https://www.globalheroes.com/goodlife-fitness-canada-healthiest-nation/

IMAGE: David “Patch” Patchell-Evans © Courtesy of GoodLife Fitness

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Expecting a baby is one of life's most monumental journeys. The choices you make during this time—from your healthcare provider to your birth plan—shape not only your experience but also your transition into parenthood. For Canadian sports broadcaster and radio host Tara Slone, midwifery care was the path that resonated most deeply with her values and needs...

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Plastic plays an undeniable role in simplifying our day-to-day lives, from ordering takeout to grabbing a water bottle when you’re on the go. However, these valuable uses do not outweigh the severe environmental, social, economic, and health consequences of our single-use plastic dependency. Plastic waste is one of the most pressing problems of our time, with Canadians reportedly throwing away over three million tonnes of plastic waste every year. While about nine per cent is recycled, the rest ends up in landfills, waste-to-energy facilities, or the environment. Plastic waste and marine litter burden our economy and threaten the health of the environment, including wildlife, rivers, lakes, and oceans—our planet is drowning in plastic!

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"I was homeless and living on the street. I had almost lost hope... and then I said YES to YES!" said Jared, a YES client. "YES gave me new hope, found me a full-time job, and saved my life!" This is just one of the hundreds of thousands of success stories YES has fostered since its beginnings in 1968. With free employment training programs, YES has reduced poverty, created job opportunities, and built safer, more resilient communities across Canada...

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Kyle, Anjali and Kurt are three focused and talented young people with strong relationships, important roles in their communities and inspiring future plans. What is less important is that they each live with a developmental disability. Extend-A-Family Toronto (EAF) has worked with them for 12, 15 and 12 years, respectively. EAF works in partnership with youth and their families to navigate and overcome the systemic and attitudinal obstacles to participation that are too often present in our schools, workplaces and society...

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IMAGE: Kurt © Courtesy of EAF

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