Climate change is not a distant threat—it is a pressing reality that is already affecting communities across Canada. The country is grappling with increasingly frequent and severe extreme weather events, including heatwaves, wildfires, floods, and storms. For instance, in July 2024, a devastating wildfire ravaged the historic town of Jasper, Alberta, causing significant destruction. Approximately 30% of the… Read More »
2024… that’s a wrap! It was fun watching social media continue to evolve rapidly, especially in shaping how businesses and consumers interact online. This past Black Friday, shoppers ditched the mall in favour of shopping online. U.S. retail stores reported a modest 0.7 percent rise in sales this year versus a 14.6 percent rise for e-commerce. 2024 showed… Read More »
In the late 90s, I was interviewing for a call centre management position with a well-known insurance company. Karl, my interviewer, and I clicked. Small talk revealed we shared a love of golf and agreed that Rhum Corner makes the best mojitos in Toronto. Karl seemed impressed by my STAR stories and experience creating incentive programs that drove… Read More »
The Philippines recently observed World AIDS Day on December 1, 2024, under the theme “Take the Rights Path: My Health, My Right!”. The event focused on raising awareness about HIV prevention, promoting testing, and emphasizing the critical role of human rights in combating HIV/AIDS. Spearheaded by the Philippine National AIDS Council, along with various organizations and government agencies,… Read More »
The Philippines is currently reeling from the devastating effects of a series of super typhoons, heavy rains, and rare, powerful winds reaching speeds of nearly 190 kilometers per hour. These typhoons have caused widespread destruction, including tidal surges over seven meters high, the loss of homes, and the displacement of over a million Filipinos to emergency shelters. The… Read More »
I don’t know about you, but I sense that the Christmas spirit has not really kicked in this year with most people. Then again maybe it is just me. How could it? With all the craziness going on around the world. And yet, I still believe that there are redeeming qualities that life, through history, offers for us… Read More »
Most job search advice is cookie-cutter. The advice you’re following is almost certainly the same advice other job seekers follow, making you just another candidate following the same script. In today’s hyper-competitive job market, standing out is critical, a challenge most job seekers struggle with. Instead of relying on generic questions recommended by self-proclaimed career coaches, which often… Read More »
Abuse is defined as any action that intrudes painfully or harmfully into the physical, psychological, or social well-being of another person. It can take many forms, including sexual abuse, financial exploitation, and neglect. Abuse is a pervasive issue that affects individuals, families, and entire communities, often with far-reaching consequences. Victims may experience chronic physical pain, depression, and low… Read More »
After living in Canada for quite a number of years now, it was refreshing and welcome to be reminded of our rich and diverse roots when I finally came to experience over a week ago, the art works of the prolific Filipino artist — the late great Pacita Abad at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) on Dundas… Read More »
The Internet’s most powerful ability is its propensity to spread. This holiday season, amidst the hustle of shopping, party planning, and reflections, let’s use this power to spread joy and generosity. This December, I invite you to transform your social media feeds into a canvas of goodwill, reminding your followers and communities that even small acts of kindness… Read More »