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
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
Celebrating Makar Sankranti: The Festival of Harvest and New Beginnings
Makar Sankranti, a widely celebrated festival in India, marks the transition of the Sun into the zodiac sign of Capricorn (Makar). Observed annually on January 14th (or 15th, depending on the solar calendar), this auspicious day signifies the end of
Gupta Family Foundation Finishes two-year long Women Empowerment Project in Europe
July 20224 marks the end of an incredible journey under taken by the Gupta Family Foundation and the Sawiris Foundation for Social Development, empowering the women of Upper Egypt, especially in Assiut and Sohag. "As we approach the project's conclusion in
Dr. Budhendranauth Doobay appointed to the Order of Canada
Indo-Canadian and retired surgeon, Dr. Budhendranauth Doobay is among the 83 new appointments to the Order of Canada, including one Companion, 16 Officers, two Honorary Officers and 64 Members made by Honourable Mary Simon, Governor General of Canada, announced. Two
Neelima Mangal: A Visionary Leader in Tech and Advocate for Women
Forbes Council, MIT Sloan CIO Member | #Founder of #EWTA Neelima Mangal is a passionate advocate for women in tech, a Forbes Council, and a distinguished MIT Sloan CIO member. As a seasoned Delivery Tech & Product Executive with over 25