People
life liver: Lilly Barnes
by | Sep 15, 2003
Lilly Barnes tells her incredible story of tough beginnings, survival, activism, creativity and success. Lilly lives life to its fullest. read more
environmentalist: Dr. Rosalie Bertell
by | Jun 3, 2003
Dr. Rosalie Bertell’s lifelong work is to help us understand what is degrading the environment and us along with it. Honours bestowed upon her include the United Nations Environment Global 500 Laureate (1993). What she really wants is for all of us, at once and peacefully, to tell our governments and industries that we expect the environment to be restored and protected so that we are restored and protected. And, she wants us to make it stick. read more
Marjorie Mintz
by | May 21, 2003
If anyone had told me last year that I would be teaching computer skills and getting paid, I would never have believed it. I wonder what I will be doing tomorrow? read more
Clara Brett Martin
by | Apr 23, 2003
In 1897, Clara Brett Martin became the first woman entitled to practice law in Ontario, Canada and the British Empire. It was a lonely and controversial journey. She did it for herself. She chose to do it in a way that opened the doors for women who came after. She has been written into the history books and written out again for other things she did in her short lifetime. Her courage is undeniable. read more
poet and publisher: Maria Jacobs
by | Apr 10, 2003
World War Two survivor, immigrant, student, mother, worker – Maria Jacobs’ poetry draws on her rich life. Not content to find an audience for her own work, Maria co-founded a publishing company to expand opportunities for other poets. In following her own path, Maria creates new paths for others. read more
entrepreneur: Filomena Carvalho
by | Mar 11, 2003
Filomena has worked at the Immigrant Women’s Health Centre in Toronto for 20 years. After only three months there, Filomena planted the seeds for a sexual health support group for Portugese women. Her idea blossomed into a mobile sexual health services unit and publication of a sexual health booklet in seven languages. Filomena’s dedication has saved many women’s lives. read more
social activist: Flora MacDonald Merrill Denison
by | Jan 9, 2003
Flora MacDonald Merrill Denison’s dedication to her advocacy on behalf of women, to her son and to Mother Nature made her a very “rich” woman, indeed. We are fortunate to inherit the “wealth” of benefits her hard work earned. read more
entomologist and arts advocate: Joan Frances Bronskill
by | Jan 9, 2003
What do insects and theatre have in common? Joan Frances Bronskill. Entomology is a very detail-oriented career. Joan dedicated her life to its fine art, as well as to many facets of the dramatic arts. read more
determined mother: Meenu Sikand
by | Jan 9, 2003
Meenu ends up on top, but the roller coaster ride of living with a spinal cord injury and having a baby was a tough one, especially with more questions than answers. read more
a passionate fighter: Maude Barlow
by | Jan 2, 2003
Small choices made by individuals can change the world. That is the belief of Maude Barlow, a woman who wants to change the world. Right now, she sees changes in how some think about water. And she’s worried. Is water a commodity or a right? A good or a need? And what can we do to make sure everyone gets enough? read more
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February 2: Imbolc – Groundhog Day
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Groundhog Day, is the modern version of St. Brigid’s Day and Imbolc (or Candlemas). A time of intuition and looking forward, it is held that the groundhog comes out of her hole and looks for her shadow. If she sees it, she knows there will be six weeks more of winter. The spirit of life is born at the winter solstice when the sun begins its gradual return. In February, at Imbolc, the earth, the physical, has its first experience of life stirring deep within, waiting to appear in the spring. read more