TASLIM SAMJI – OVERCOMING CULTURAL BARRIERS TO FIND HER PURPOSE
BY J.M. LEE Taslim Samji is a multi-disciplinary artist, curator, and writer. From childhood, she knew she was destined for more. Creativity is her…
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ANGELA MOORE – SINGING HER MOTHER’S SONG IN HER HEART
BY J.M. LEE Angela Moore has been a professional actress for over 30 years in film, TV, and theatre. Notable performances include guest-starring in…
BALNEET TOOR – THE GENIUS OF CONTROLLED PASSION
BY J.M. LEE Driven by passion, purpose, and a relentless desire to make a positive impact, Balneet Toor has spent the past few years…
MOJDEH NASSERI – A STORY OF STRENGTH, LEADERSHIP, AND REINVENTION
BY J.M. LEE Mojdeh was born in Iran, a country rich in poetry and history, yet it tested her in ways she could never…
TANYA DAWAR – ACROSS CONTINENTS AND COMFORT ZONES: FROM NEW DELHI TO VANCOUVER
BY J.M. LEE Tanya’s journey is not marked by milestones and medals but by a learning curve that has been anything but straight. Though…
ROMIA KAHLON – LEADING WITH KINDNESS AND CONFIDENCE
BY J.M. LEE On Mother’s Day, we celebrate the women who shape us and the values they pass down that become the roots of…
NATALIE BOLL – NOT KEEPING SILENT TO KEEP THE PEACE
BY J.M. LEE Natalie has always been drawn to leadership. As a young girl, she was labeled ‘bossy,’ but behind every bossy girl is…
NATASHA GHOSH – A WOMAN’S PURPOSE AND THE POWER OF SELF-TRUST
BY J.M. LEE There was a time in Natasha Ghosh’s life when people saw her as confident, bold, and outspoken—the kind of woman who…
SANDEEP BAINS – EMPOWERING WOMEN EVERYWHERE
BY J.M. LEE Sandeep never intended to be a leader. She pursued her passion for working with people, helping them find direction and guiding…
GURMEEN KAUR BANIPAL – PUSHING BOUNDARIES
BY J.M. LEE Gurmeen Kaur Banipal is a leader who doesn’t wait for opportunities—she creates them. She is driven by an innate desire to…
DR. PREET CHAHAL – PROMOTING WELLNESS BEYOND ILLNESS
Dr. Preet Chahal, the Regional Head of Neurology at Fraser Health, has made remarkable contributions to neurology, encompassing diagnosis, treatment, and rehabilitation. A strong advocate for brain health, he is dedicated to disease prevention and improving patient outcomes by promoting essential changes within healthcare systems. His commitment involves raising awareness about neurological conditions in the South Asian community.
PINDI MANN: A GUIDING LIGHT FOR SPECIAL NEEDS CHILDREN
Receiving a diagnosis of autism, Down syndrome, or other special needs for a child can be overwhelming for any family. It often feels isolating, leaving parents unsure of where to seek help. For immigrant families, particularly new mothers who are unfamiliar with local support systems and those who do not speak English, the challenge is even greater.
ROBOTIC SURGERY COMING SOON TO SURREY MEMORIAL HOSPITAL
British Columbia only has two robotic surgery programs – one at Vancouver General Hospital and one at Royal Jubilee Hospital in Victoria. Still, it…
ISHANT GOYAL – A CHAMPION OF GOODWILL
When Ishant Goyal first set foot on Kwantlen Polytechnic University’s campus, he was nervous, excited, and countless questions: “Where do I belong? How can…
DIVYA SHARMA: LEADING BY EXAMPLE
BY J.M. Lee Divya Sharma embodies the essence of Canada: a young immigrant whose leadership, resilience, and compassion have made her a beacon of…