Checkmate in Life: How Shiva Turned a Childhood Passion into Canada’s Chess Legacy
When most of us think of chess, we picture tense matches across a board, knights and bishops locked in strategic battles. But for Oakville’s Shiva Chakkoli, chess has been more than a game—it has been his mentor, career-shaper, and lifelong
Mentorship in Action: Anunya Kapur Lights the Way for Future Women in Tech
From student to speaker—Oakville’s own Anunya Kapur has come full circle in her tech journey. This summer, she returned to the PointClickCare Early Tech Talent Incubator High School Program—not as a participant, but as a mentor and panelist. The highlight of
From Caregiver to a kid with Down Syndrome to “Finalist for Mrs Canada 2025 Pageant” : Manju Kanwar’s journey
By The Inspired Indian Editorial Team The Day Everything Changed When Manju cradled her newborn daughter Disha for the first time, the room was filled with joy—and then a quiet pause. The doctors gently shared the news that many parents fear: Disha
Healing, Hustle, and Higher Consciousness: Abby Batavia’s Journey from Setbacks to Success
By Vandana Gadia She was young, vibrant, and always on the move—until life forced her to stop. Abby Batavia was living her best life when an unexpected diagnosis brought everything to a screeching halt. “I couldn’t even hold a cup,” she recalls
From Dealing with Down’s Sydrome to embracing the Fashion Diva in her
Manju’s world changed the day she held Disha in her arms. The doctors told her what many fear to hear — her baby had Down syndrome, a genetic condition that comes with a range of developmental and health challenges. But
From Wake-Up Call to Wellness Coach: Runa’s Inspiring Fitness Transformation
*From Wake-Up Call to Wellness Coach: Runa's Inspiring Fitness Transformation* At 40, Runa found herself standing at a personal crossroads. A routine vacation to Europe had turned into an unexpected turning point—she noticed her breathing felt heavy, her energy levels were
Madhu Arora’s Wellness Journey: From “Gym Charity” to Catwalk Confidence
By Vandana Gadia in conversation with Madhu Aroraa* "I used to do charity to gyms
Reviving Traditions: How One Daughter Rekindled Gudi Padwa to Connect Her Mom with Her Roots
By Vandana Gadia When Shweta Grover’s mother moved in with her in 2022, something felt missing. In their warm, multicultural home—where Maharashtrian meets Punjabi—Shweta noticed her mom’s quiet longing for the traditions she grew up with. That’s when Shweta, a busy
Dimple Arora – Spreading Love and Light
In a world where GoFundMe appeals have become increasingly common—often tied to causes close to our hearts, emergencies, or natural disasters—it’s rare to find someone who consistently steps in to help strangers simply because their work brings them face-to-face with
Sai Dham Food Bank , Toronto is Hosting its First-Ever Gala on April 27, 2025
Sai Dham Food Bank is hosting its first-ever gala, a fundraising event to support their grocery and meal programs for seniors in need, on Sunday, April 27th, at 5:00 PM EST at the Palacio Event Centre in Mississauga. Here's a more detailed