Where journalism meets branding:
Influenced by the core principles of storytelling, my work as a copywriter and editor maintains strong brand consistency while exploring your “why?”
“Mentors with lived experience key for local 2SLGBTQ+ youth”
“Informal mentoring networks have long been a part of 2SLGBTQ+ communities. Through them, the communities have made great strides, yet 2SLGBTQ+ youth continue to face barriers.
From interactions at school, family relationships, workplace inclusion, or simply feeling comfortable in their own skin, local youth may need a helping hand as they walk their path to pride…”
“Building even more backpacks for success”
“As youth are preparing for their return to school, back-to-school prep holds different meanings for families across our region.
Those living in low-income neighbourhoods—and rural communities—often have unequal access to resources like technology, school supplies, and learning supports that help them keep up in school. This inequality can widen the gap in academic achievement between kids living in low-income households and those who are better off financially, resulting in learning loss…
“Empowering women to create lasting change”
When Ola moved to Ottawa from Montreal, she faced the challenge of learning to navigate a new community, and a new culture. For many women who are newcomers to our region, or to Canada, putting down roots can feel overwhelming and isolating…
“Community Builders: Celebrating Pride”
On July 19, in collaboration with Apt613 and a special partnership with Capital Pride, we recognized six more incredible community builders. Today, you’ll read about three of them. The other three will be featured on the blog tomorrow.
The Northridge Inn then and now
Before gravel roads wrapped neatly around Lake Bernard and cottages adorned its shores, there was The Northridge Inn and Resort; although, it wouldn’t come to take that name for many decades.