Woman of the Week: Jazz Kamal
Jazz Kamal’s boxing name is Jazz the Inferno, and as a musician she is known is Nari, meaning fire in Arabic. Both names define this fiery Egyptian, a woman who has the ability…
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Holiday Baking: empire cookies
In between the chocolate and heavy desserts this holiday, why not try these sandwich empire cookies? This recipe is one of my all-time favourites. Not only do they have a hint of almond…
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Woman of the Week: Emily Ridout
Sometimes an idea just comes to you. In fact, it calls to you — and it can’t go unanswered. That’s what Emily Ridout said when Women’s Post asked her why she started 889Yoga,…
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How to stuff the perfect vegan stocking
Making a stocking for a vegan can be a new experience for family members who aren’t familiar with the most animal-friendly treats out there. Where do you get vegan chocolate? Are there some…
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Woman of the Week: Anita Krajnc
Tragedy struck in Burlington last week when a truck carrying pigs to slaughter overturned on the highway. Forty pigs were killed in the accident. Fearman’s Slaughterhouse then walked the 100 remaining pigs to…
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Ontario Throne Speech promises childcare and electricity rebates
The vacation is over and it’s back to the daily grind for provincial government officials. Parliament officially kicked off Thursday, with a throne speech given by the Honourable Elizabeth Dowdeswell, Ontario’s Lieutenant Governor. The…
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Canadian women are taking home all the Olympic medals
Women are dominating at the Olympics in Rio, having won eight medals so far. The Canadian men have yet to take home a medal at all (although Canada is rooting for you!). Five…
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TTC to tackle safety using ‘gender-specific lens’
The Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) discussed safety at Monday’s board meeting, with a special focus on women. City Council requested that the TTC “apply a full safety audit using a gender-specific lens…to address safety…
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How to be single: A Valentine’s Day Guide
So you’re single, huh? Another year, another day of love spent alone. It’s nothing to be ashamed of. There are plenty of things to do on Valentine’s Day, whether you’re with someone or…
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Rock climbing and conquering my fear of heights
Suspended 35 ft. in the air could easily be 1000 ft. the way I’m shaking. My heart is beating in my ears, my palms are sweaty, and I’m left wondering why the hell…
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