The Unrelenting Resilience of Paralympian Marissa Papaconstantinou
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Presented by Essentia Ionized Alkaline Water In Canada’s pantheon of athletic greats, few stories captivate and inspire like that of Canadian Paralympic and world sprint medalist, Marissa Papaconstantinou. Her journey from adversity to acclaim is a testament to the unyielding spirit of perseverance that defines champions. A Syme’s amputee (where an amputation is done through […]
Power Couples: Chad Falkenberg and Kelly Reynolds
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In a creative industry, visions can be grand and perfection can be subjective. When adding love into the mix, there is plenty of room for things to go awry. For Chad Falkenberg and Kelly Reynolds, their perspectives and synergy are what makes them the incredible duo that they are, building an award-winning west-coast Canadian interior […]
Got a Problem? A Woman Entrepreneur Can Solve It
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The old adage, “If you want something done, ask a busy person,” takes on a new meaning when that person is a woman. These leaders are a testament to the core tenets of entrepreneurship and innovation, bringing a level of creativity and problem-solving to their respective industries to create solutions. They’ve embraced the challenge of […]
Ones to Watch: 8 Canadian Entrepreneurs Expecting a Big 2024
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Canada is home to world-class entrepreneurs and companies that are redefining the way we think and do business. In our ever-evolving panorama of innovation, the possibilities to build truly gamechanging enterprises and make an impact are endless. In our first GLORY Ones to Watch guide, we’ve assembled a group of leaders who are poised for […]
Power Couples: Arati Sharma and Satish Kanwar
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In the Canadian tech world, Arati Sharma and Satish Kanwar are mainstays. Ex-Shopify executives, the couple have both dove head-first into venture capital. Collectively, the couple has invested in companies like Arrae, Sidia, Formula Fig, Ada, and 1Password via their firm, Good Future, as well as via Sharma’s involvement with Backbone Angels. With the couple’s […]
Ones to Watch: 11 Canadian Athletes Gearing Up for a Big 2024
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As Canadians, we aren’t strangers to athletic achievement. Whether it’s winter or summer sports, the Great White North boasts some of the world’s top ranking athletes across a range of disciplines. These athletes aren’t just playing—they’re owning the field, the court, and everything in between. Brandie Wilkerson | GLORY Sports ‘Ones to Watch’ 2024 cover […]
Precious Achiuwa on Leaving Toronto and His Newfound Passion for Collecting Wine
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In the modern landscape of sports, it’s hard to imagine athletes having demanding hobbies outside of their job. They are constantly training and practicing, and modern technology has given them the opportunity to fine tune their skills in every other capacity. Fortunately for Precious Achiuwa, he finds time to focus on the thing that he […]
Sarah Nurse is Pioneering the Future of Hockey
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In the world of hockey, Sarah Nurse is more than a record-breaking Olympian; she’s a pivotal figure steering the sport into a transformative era. Boasting gold and silver Olympic medals, Nurse is now charting a groundbreaking course with a significant three-year commitment to the Professional Women’s Hockey League (PWHL) Toronto franchise. A nascent but formidable […]