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The Sexist Avengers
The Internet was in an uproar this week after The Avengers: Age of Ultron actors Chris Evans and Jeremy Renner made tongue-in-cheek references to Scarlett Johansson’s Black Widow character as a “slut” and a “whore.” Although their comments were undoubtedly in poor taste, the backlash against these actors’ response has caused many to miss the …
Live In The Moment!
This Sunday morning is perfect. I’m in bed, I feel the cool breeze coming through the window, the sun has yet to spread her hot rays across the land, there’s soft music playing in the background (Mona Lisa), and the quiet stillness of the dawn is cathartic. I’m reminded of being in New York or …
World is Lagging on Gender Equality
There still are more than 100 countries where there are legal restrictions around the types of jobs women can have, where it’s legal to discriminate against women in hiring or employment, legal to discriminate in pay,” said Hillary Clinton. The Clinton Foundation has enlisted a roster of celebrities, publications, fashion brands and social media sites, …
Why Branding Matters
No one is saying content doesn’t matter. However, when it comes to your overall reputation, it’s hard to argue with the people who will tell you that brand is more important. If you find your professional interests struggling, it is entirely possible that you’re not taking the concept of brand, content, and reputation as seriously …
Education for Women: Advancement & Empowerment
Education is a very important way to help in the advancement of women. It also has a positive effect on their children, and even the community as a whole. Studies from the UN, advocacy organizations, and educational foundations prove that simple and basic education of women can make this world a better place. Literacy rates, …
Christmas Eve @ The Warming Centre with MPP Mitzie Hunter
With all of the commercialism that surrounds the holiday season, it is easy to lose sight of what really matters. But sometimes nature gives us a bit of a wake-up call and helps us remember. This year in Toronto tens of thousands of people are without heat for the holidays due to a major winter …
Dining at The West Hill Wine Bar with MPP Mitzie Hunter
I recently went to a great restaurant in Scarborough-Guildwood with our new MPP, Mitzie Hunter. The restaurant was a pleasant surprise in a plaza at Manse and Kingston Road. TheWest Hill Wine Bar is an unassuming space, but there is nothing unassuming about the ambiance and decadently delicious food offerings! After a warm and friendly …
Give a girl an education.
“Give a girl an education and introduce her properly into the world, and ten to one but she has the means of settling well, without further expense to anybody.” –Jane Austen When it comes to women making their way in the world, Jane Austen surely knew what she was talking about—as this quote clearly demonstrates. …