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This article from Maclean's magazine highlights ten individuals who have made significant contributions in their respective fields. The list includes Ryan Reynolds, an actor and businessman who has successfully invested in various companies, including Aviation Gin and Mint Mobile. Other notable figures include Tony Staffieri, the CEO and President of Rogers Communications, who led the company's $26-billion merger with Shaw Communications, and Per Bank, the CEO and President of Loblaws, who is focused on restoring the company's image and affordable prices. The article also recognizes Lana Payne, the National President of UNIFOR, for her efforts in advocating for workers' rights, and Max Rangel, the CEO and Global President of Spin Master, for his successful acquisitions and profits in the toy industry. Additionally, Lisa Melchior, the founder of Vertu Capital, is recognized for her role in providing funding to software companies, and Seetarama S. Kotagiri, the CEO of Magna International, for leading the company's expansion in the electric vehicle market. Anthony von Mandl, the CEO and Founder of The Mark Anthony Group of Companies, is acknowledged for his innovation in the alcoholic beverage industry, and Flavio Volpe, the President of the Automotive Parts Manufacturers' Association, is recognized for his contributions to Canada's auto innovations. [Extracted from the article]

This article highlights ten individuals who are making significant contributions to the tech industry in Canada. It begins by featuring Anna Sainsbury, the CEO and co-founder of GeoComply, a geolocation program that enables online gambling platforms to enforce out-of-state betting laws. The article also mentions Tobias Lütke, the CEO and co-founder of Shopify, who led the company to record-breaking growth and is now focusing on AI tools for merchants. Other individuals mentioned include Danies Lee, the CEO of NextStar Energy, who is spearheading the construction of Canada's first large-scale electric vehicle battery manufacturing plant, and Pascale St-Onge, the Minister of Canadian Heritage, who negotiated a $100-million agreement with Google to compensate Canadian media outlets. The article also highlights Jeff Shiner, the CEO of 1Password, who is working towards making internet passwords obsolete, and Mark Leonard, the President and Founder of Constellation Software, who has quietly built one of the world's top tech portfolios. Martin Basiri, the CEO and Founder of Passage, is recognized for his app that connects students from the developing world with funding and grant opportunities for studying in Canada. Jeremy Hansen, an astronaut, is mentioned for his upcoming mission with NASA's Artemis II, which will be Canada's first crewed moon flight. Isabelle Hudon, the President and CEO of the Business Development Bank of Canada, is commended for focusing funding on startups with social impact, and Stephanie Simmons, the Chief Quantum Officer and [Extracted from the article]

This article highlights several influential figures in the arts and culture scene in Canada. It begins by discussing Tate McRae, a 21-year-old pop musician who gained popularity through TikTok and has achieved success with her music. The article also mentions Celine Song, a filmmaker known for her breakout film "Past Lives," and Ryan Gosling, a prominent actor who continues to take on new projects. Other individuals mentioned include Catherine Tait, the president and CEO of CBC, Denis Villeneuve, a filmmaker known for his work on "Dune," Shawn Levy, a filmmaker with numerous projects in the works, Joni Mitchell, a musician experiencing a late-career revival, Craig Mazin and Neil Druckmann, showrunners of "The Last of Us," AP Dhillon, a South Asian rapper, and Devery Jacobs, an actor known for her roles in TV shows and films. [Extracted from the article]

The article explores the growing trend of families in Canada choosing to have only one child. Factors such as the high cost of living, the demands of parenting, and the desire for work-life balance influence this decision. The number of single-child families in Canada has doubled in recent years, with many parents expressing satisfaction with their choice. This demographic shift has implications for Canada's population and economy, as lower birth rates can strain public health care and pension systems. The article also discusses the global movement towards smaller family sizes and the impact of population contraction on issues like climate change. The reasons for choosing to have only one child vary for each family and can include financial considerations, career aspirations, and the desire for a more manageable lifestyle. The article emphasizes the importance of public policies that support parents and alleviate the pressure of parenting. Overall, the article highlights the diversity of perspectives and choices when it comes to family planning. [Extracted from the article]

Veronika Slowikowska, a comedian from Barrie, Ontario, gained popularity on TikTok with her awkward and punchline-free jokes. After working at Craig's Cookies in Toronto during the pandemic, she launched her own TikTok account and gained a large following. Slowikowska has since landed acting roles in TV shows and movies, and has become known for her unconventional comedy style. She is also working on a feature-length film and hosts a podcast with her writing partners. [Extracted from the article]

Those are the starter goals of a new partnership between the global med-tech company Becton, Dickinson and Company and Ottawa Hospital, led by the facility's own Alan Forster. Robert Niven FOUNDER & CEO, CARBONCURE His carbon-capture company has impressed Bezos and Gates Since 2012, the Halifax firm CarbonCure has set its emissions-cutting sights on the cement industry, which produces about eight per cent (and rising) of the world's greenhouse gases. BlackBerry sells security software to 24 of the top 25 EV companies and recently partnered with Chinese electric car company Hozon, providing security systems for its new futuristic sports sedan. Greensoil's portfolio includes Ivy Energy (a solar-energy billing platform), smart-sensor firm Wynd and CarbonCure - another notable company you may have just heard of. 06. They're also largely responsible for the burst of AI startups in Canada: Hinton is chief scientist at the Vector Institute in Toronto, where he's fostered firms including natural-language processing firm Cohere and Deep Genomics, which uses AI to find treatments for genetic diseases. [Extracted from the article]

Since its $754-million acquisition by South Korean internet company Naver in 2021, the company has become a global juggernaut. The AI company, founded in June of 2021 by University of Toronto computer science professor Raquel Urtasun, has raised $83.5 million from Uber and OMERS ventures, among other investors. A non-profit called 4 Day Week Global is running a pilot project with 160 companies across the U.K., North America, Australia and New Zealand - including Canadian organizations such as Toronto marketing agency Praxis, Montreal architecture firm L'Abri, and the Leukemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada - to try out a four-day workweek with no pay cut for employees. 9 A Toronto company will churn out self-driving vehicles Waabi is poised to make driverless cars a reality. 10 Community land trusts will flex their collective power Last spring, Toronto's Parkdale Neighbourhood Land Trust and Circle Community Land Trust joined forces to take over management of 637 houses from Toronto Community Housing. [Extracted from the article]

BIRGIT UWAILA UMAIGBA IS A DORIS ANDERSON AWARD RECIPIENT … …for elevating the voices of Canadian nurses on the front lines of pandemic care THROUGHOUT THE PANDEMIC, Birgit Uwaila Umaigba's impassioned, righteous voice has made certain that the struggles of Canadian nurses don't go unheard. The Dish THERE IS NO HIGHER COMPLIMENT you can pay our editors than to suggest that the current iteration of Chatelaine is reminiscent of the Doris Anderson era. MARIE-PHILIP POULIN IS A DORIS ANDERSON AWARD RECIPIENT … …for securing an Olympic win for Team Canada - and uplifting girls in hockey along the way IN SPORTS, SOME athletes are generational talents - those whose skills are unlike anything we've seen in decades. The 31-year-old captain of Canada's National Women's Team is not only the best women's player in the world, but she's also an inspiration to hundreds of thousands of fans and supporters - and the tip of her stick is why Canada has so much hardware. [Extracted from the article]

5 A CREATIVE SOLUTION TO A CROSS-BORDER CELEBRATION Alex and Lindsay St. Stephen, N.B. October 10, 2020 ALEX: We had our wedding planned for August 2020 - your typical 100-guest reception kind of thing. 2 MATCHING OUTFITS JUST FELT RIGHT Paulina and Sandy Vancouver August 7, 2020 PAULINA: I lived in Canada for a few years when I was little and I always had the dream of moving back. PHOTO (COLOR): Paulina (left) and Sandy in matching suits purchased at Zara, with corsages and bouquets made by Paulina's sister. Life 1 A NO-WORRIES WEDDING DAY FOR TWO FRONT-LINE WORKERS Kwame and Samantha Toronto July 25, 2020 SAMANTHA: Our original wedding date was August 2020. [Extracted from the article]

The article titled "The Power List" from Maclean's magazine highlights 100 Canadians who are making significant contributions to shaping the country in 2024. The article acknowledges the challenges Canada is currently facing, such as high living costs and strained public infrastructure. However, it focuses on individuals who are working in unexpected ways to address these issues. Examples include Tiff Macklem, a central banker influencing the housing market, Marc Miller, the immigration minister making changes to the international education industry, and a teenager named Sophia Mathur who is fighting climate change through the legal system. The article features a diverse range of innovators, business leaders, influencers, and activists who are determined to transform the Canadian situation into a better future. [Extracted from the article]

Siegel's mom, Pearl, enrolled her at the Regent Park School of Music - now Community Music Schools of Toronto - which provides geared-to-income music lessons. And this month, she plays Musetta in the COC's staging of La Bohème, the 1896 Puccini classic that provided the source material for Siegel's favourite musical, Rent. THE FIRST MUSICAL Charlotte Siegel ever saw was a dress rehearsal of The Phantom of the Opera at Toronto's Pantages Theatre (a family friend hooked her up). [Extracted from the article]

THE PROSPECT YOUNG CANADIANS ABOUT TO BREAK BIG The Animated Hero Meet Callum Shoniker, the Toronto teen voicing the biggest characters in the cartoon universe CALLUM SHONIKER KNOWS what it's like to be a member of PAW Patrol's fandom. Long before Shoniker was cast in 2021's PAW Patrol: The Movie - and its sequel, PAW Patrol: The Mighty Movie, out this month - he cut his teeth as Rumpelstiltskin on the theatre-camp circuit. Like most kids, Shoniker had a favourite character: Rocky, the eco-puppy who reuses and recycles anything he can get his paws on. [Extracted from the article]

Then, this past June, the verdict was overturned: Pennsylvania's Supreme Court ruled that a non-prosecution agreement made with Cosby in advance of his testimony during a 2005 civil trial meant that charging him criminally had violated his rights. Life MORE THAN 50 WOMEN have come forward with allegations of sexual misconduct against Bill Cosby, but only Andrea Constand has seen him answer for his actions in court. In June, the guilty verdict against Cosby was overturned based on a technicality. Many women made allegations against Cosby, but yours are the only ones that resulted in a trial and a conviction. [Extracted from the article]

(If you're curious, Amihere's current height is six-foot-three, three inches above the WNBA's average.) Staley has said Amihere is the most determined player she's ever coached, a quality that helped Amihere persevere when the losses inevitably set in: two ACL tears almost benched her for good, and her oldest brother, Kofi, died suddenly last August. She ultimately chose to attend the University of South Carolina for the chance to play for Gamecocks head coach Dawn Staley - a five-time WNBA allstar. [Extracted from the article]

The two women met on Facebook after Rosey came across an account Vautour had created while he was with Jodi. When she met Vautour at a Tim Hortons in Halifax (three months after he had scammed Jodi and Rosey), he was going by March Hebert. Next, Jodi went to put up posters in the library (where Vautour often went to use the internet), while Vince waited outside. That day in June was the last time Jodi, Rosey, Andréa or Nikola have seen or heard anything about Vautour. [Extracted from the article]

New York Times theatre critic Ben Brantley writes, "I am loath to tell people to mortgage their houses and lease their children to acquire tickets to a hit Broadway show" - but adds that Hamilton "might just about be worth it". The next day, Donald Trump calls for a Hamilton boycott on (where else?) Twitter. The Bronx-bred Lopez broke out in 1991 as a smooth-moving, Spandex-clad Fly Girl on In Living Color. Lopez married pal Marc Anthony, with whom she had twins in 2008, and threw herself into parenthood. [Extracted from the article]

See James Frey's hugely embellished memoir hit the big screen The movie flops, and Frey turns to more serious matters. January 26, 2006: Frey returns to Oprah's show for the verbal lashing of a lifetime. 2003: Frey's addiction memoir, A Million Little Pieces, is released to a bunch of positive reviews. [Extracted from the article]

The article offers steps for tidying such as doing the same thing without expecting difference, making time for nothing, and getting to outdoor pools.

The article reports on women executives, heiresses and celebrities involved with marketing firm NXIVM Corp. which is considered as a sex slave cult.

The article discusses the plight of kids in competitive youth sports and kids being forced to join elite leagues resulting in early burnout. It reportedly starts with parents pushing the kid into a neighbourhood house league, followed by shifting to more competitive leagues including representative, division and academy, and early burnouts, overuse injuries, and the ultimate abandonment of the sport for not being able to keep up with the expectations, and suggests multi-sport athleticism.

The article discusses what make women of "Baroness Von Sketch Show" including Taylor, Whalen, Aurora Browne and Meredith MacNeill perfect to be summer ambassadors for the Costco-Coachella set.

The article discusses child psychology and provides information on how to manage kids and their attitude. Particular focus is given to the views of the kindergarten music teacher Gwyneth Penman and her experiences with the children. Also included are the effects of using cell phones by children, emotional diversity, and the role of the parents.

The article discusses the history of Canada's residential schools which had a mission of having Indigenous population's assimilation into white society. The Truth and Reconciliation Canada (TRC) issued 94 calls to action to address the legacy of residential schools, specifically calling on schools to deliver age-appropriate curriculum about residential schools. Schools are also being asked to deliver Indigenous culture education, to students in kindergarten to grade 12.

The article features Canadian restaurateur Jen Agg including brief description of her childhood in Scarborough, Ontario, ownership and management of her five restaurants, and publication of her book "Hear She's a Real B**ch."

The article provides an overview of the pediatric autoimmune neuropsychiatric disorders associated with streptococcal infections (PANDAS). The disorder was identified when Susan Swedo of the National Institute of Mental Health posited a connection between strep throat and obsessive-compulsive disorder. The immune system with PANDAS just keeps going, and the antibodies start to attack the basal ganglia, a part of the brain involved in cognitive and motor functions.

The article features notable Canadians working in the fashion industry. Topics covered include Petra Collins' popularity as a fashion photographer, Reanna Evoy's role as the creative director of the branding campaign of casual apparel brand Kit and Ace, and fashion designer Devon Halfnight LeFlufy. Also mentioned are Brigitte Chartrand's role as the women's clothing buyer for luxury retailer SSENSE, fashion model Alana Derksen, and stylists Kemal Harris and Karla Welch.

The article discusses ways to be become a leader. It presents recipe for bartender Lauren Mote's Amphibious Cocktail and an interview with Canada women's soccer team captain Christine Sinclair who discusses ways to motivate team to peak performance even in tough conditions. It presents views of Glen Johnson of Canadian Football League (CFL) on decision-making process, entrepreneur Kelsey Ramsden on multitasking and Peter Duffey of Canadian Air Traffic Control Association, on focusing on task.

The article features social media starts/entrepreneurs in Canada who models the Joe Fresh x FLARE capsule collection for spring fashion. Among them are blogger and YouTube user Sonya Esman, Instagram user Alanna Durkovich who opened an online vintage clothing shop called Xander Vintage and occasionally model her wares on her site, and blogger and Instagram user Dajana Rads.

The article offers brief information on several commercial products including the Louis Vuitton backpack, the Rebecca Taylor sweater, and the Lomography instant wide camera.

The article discusses the Canadian department store chain Holt Renfrew, which has focused in 2012 on attracting male consumers who are interested in fashion and luxury goods, or metrosexuals. Holt president Mark Derbyshire is mentioned, as well as the economic aspects of the retail industry. The author describes the shopping behavior of men such as editor Malcolm Johnston, and men's accessories such as bracelets are discussed.

The article focuses on fashion designer Peggy Sue Deaven-Smiltnieks of Peggy Sue Collection, a locally milled and made knitwear line in Ontario. Deaven-Smiltnieks, who is originally from Los Angeles, California, is part of the farm-to-closet movement where each piece of clothing can be traced back to its origins. A brief overview of Deaven-Smiltnieks' education and career experience is offered, along with her recognition of the importance of the craftspeople in the fashion line.

The collection of essays spans her traumatic experiences as a child star through an almost-career-ending brain injury in 2015. IN HER NEW memoir, Canadian actor, director and screenwriter Sarah Polley isn't avoiding the tough stuff. [Extracted from the article]

The 2019 Scottish play based on the 1961 Polish novel that inspired the 2002 George Clooney movie (whew!) is a set-in-space story about our relationship to the unknown - a timely theme, and a huge get for Canadian theatre. 8 [ ANOTHER DIMENSION ] Canadian Stage makes an intergalactic return to indoor performances with the North American premiere of Solaris. [Extracted from the article]

A personal narrative is presented which explores the experience of musician Jann Arden on recovering from alcoholism, loving her older body, and family life.

The article presents an interview with anti-globalization activist Naomi Klein, who discusses about climate change crisis, Green New Deal (GND) to address climate change; and the personal responsibility to control carbon footprint.

A couple on vacation (Cecily Strong and Keegan-Michael Key) get trapped on the set of a Golden Age - era musical and can't escape until they find true love. It's produced by Strong and her Saturday Night Live boss Lorne Michaels, so expect laughs punctuated by song-and-dance numbers and familiar show tunes. BACK TO … THE AUGHTS Gossip Girl This reboot kicks off eight years after the original, and the blog format is as dated as one of Serena's fedoras; good thing gossip never goes out of style. [Extracted from the article]

Notebook LIZ PHAIR Then: A slip-dresssporting guitarist, whose Exile in Guyville (a rebuttal to the Rolling Stones' Exile on Main St.) was the era's musical ballbuster. '90s gossip nostalgia: Phair cold-called Matador Records and told them to put out her first album. JULIANA HATFIELD Then: An indie-scene staple, as part of bands like the Lemonheads, Blake Babies and Some Girls. [Extracted from the article]

Notebook Screen Actors Guild Awards, April 4 Normally: The one where the awards are only for acting. Worth noting: The only awards ceremony without a #sowhite nominations issue. Woman to watch: A third best-actress win for Nomadland star Frances McDormand would put her second only to Katharine Hepburn (Meryl who?). [Extracted from the article]

The article reviews several business patios in Canada, including the Terrasse Place D'Armes in Montreal, Quebec, West Restaurant and Bar in Calgary, Alberta, and Bymark in Toronto, Ontario.

I don't think I even paid attention to the fact that the show was a CBC show. So the show is part comedy, part drama … And also part police procedural. This is a cop show that's not just about getting the "bad guys.". [Extracted from the article]

[ DECISIONS, DECISIONS ] There's another new debut, by a Canadian author, that scored a seven-figure book deal: The Captive, by Fiona King Foster. "Rural noir" is a genre of crime fiction known for dusty backdrops, down-and-out characters and absolutely zero iProducts. You consider yourself a A) country mouse B) city mouse 2. [Extracted from the article]

Notebook [ THE MORE YOU KNOW ] Coronavirus, Explained Why did this particular virus kick off the kind of pandemic we haven't seen in over a century? His latest novel starts with the mysterious deaths of a group of teens and explores the opioid crisis. 2 Bill and Melinda Gates They're funnelling millions toward vaccine labs, while trashing the Trump administration on the side. [Extracted from the article]

Notebook [ AUF WIEDERSEHEN, GOODNIGHT ] Julie's Library Mary Poppins or Maria Von Trapp? You decide which fantasy mother figure soothes your weary nervous system with this new podcast featuring bedtime stories read by Dame Julie Andrews. [ ROLE MODELS ] 1 Amy Winehouse The hair, the eyeliner, the voice: Amy embraced a bygone era, then figured out how to make it sound brand new. [Extracted from the article]

It has signed on A-list auteurs like Steven Spielberg, Stephen Sondheim and other talented directors not named Steven/Stephen. Quibi will feature two-hour movies (presented serial-style in seven- to 10-minute segments), as well as reality and scripted series, documentaries and game shows. The most anticipated offerings include Chrissy's Court, a Judge Judy-style reality series starring Chrissy Teigen; a horror anthology (that only plays after dark) from Spielberg; and a carracing series with Idris Elba. [Extracted from the article]

3 CANADA'S OG true-crime series, CBC's Someone Knows Something, is kicking off its sixth season. Host Jordan Heath-Rawlings interviews key players from the Crackgate era and examines how Ford was the precursor to Trump-era populism. Cool Mules Slava Pastuk was the music editor for Vice Canada when he got caught up in a drug-smuggling ring, transporting cocaine from Vegas to Australia. [Extracted from the article]

FEATURES [ 1 ] The twins: Stella and Esther The famous parent: Madonna Why it works: The question of whether two names "match" is less important than the idea of balance. [ 2 ] The twins: Tabitha and Marion The famous parents: Sarah Jessica Parker and Matthew Broderick Why it works: Are these celebrity progeny or the two old ladies having lunch at your local deli? [ 5 ] The twins: Knox and Vivienne Famous parents: Brad Pitt and Angelina Jolie Why it shouldn't work: This name combo can best be described as so wrong it's right (much like the relationship that resulted in their conception). [Extracted from the article]