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Understanding Mental Health

Ask anyone. Most people have a deeply personal and moving story about mental illness.

Imagine1Day

To sit down for a chat with Shannon Wilson, co-founder of Imagine1Day, is to unavoidably become inspired. Maybe it’s her fresh and optimistic air, or perhaps it’s her deeply genuine nature, but no matter what, you’ll come away with a drive, wanting to make a difference.

The Bon Mot Book Club

There is a new book club in town, asking a thought-provoking question: “If you could have dinner with anyone, who would it be?”

Eileen Fisher

When Eileen Fisher decided to weave her eponymous New York–based fashion brand into the Canadian market, Vancouver proved to be a natural choice for her first retail store north of the border.

Jacqueline Conoir

Rozemerie Cuevas has remained determined despite the tough industry odds that Canadian fashion designers face. And sitting across from her in the Jacqueline Conoir showroom, it’s easy to understand why this marks her 25th year in business.

Art in Vancouver General Hospital’s Psychiatric Ward

The inpatient psychiatric ward of Vancouver General Hospital is now experiencing little daily miracles—and they are happening because of art.