
My Cancer Journey to Wellness – The Akeema Smith Story
At just 18 years old, I was diagnosed with stage 3 melanoma cancer. But in many ways, my cancer journey began long before that.
I was born with a congenital nevus — a large birthmark covering most of my left breast. From a young age, I knew…

A Face to Remember – Viola Desmond
A Face to Remember
Viola Desmond and Her Lasting Role in Canada’s Civil Rights Movement
Some people make history in their lifetime. Others, like Viola Desmond, continue making headlines long after they are gone.
In 1946, Desmond found…
