As you might know, March is Women’s History Month: a time where we celebrate the brilliant contributions of talented women across the globe. As it so happens, the Oscars – which aired a few weeks ago – recognized many incredible women for their hard work and dedication to the film industry. So, in honour of…
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Celebrating Black History Month: Five Black Canadian Content Creators to Follow
Although February is over, we here at EmpowHERto are continuing the celebration of Black History Month by highlighting some of our favorite Black Canadian female content creators. From fashion and beauty to food and culture, these talented womxn share their love for their crafts through digital platforms like TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, and more. Read on…
HighlightHER: Lori Williams
As a granddaughter of Jewish immigrants who fled Poland after WWII, Lori’s story is about how hard work pays off, but also one about being confident and open enough to ask for and receive help when needed. Lori had her first job at the age of 13, working after school at a bakery. By the…
Holiday Gift Guide: Small Toronto Businesses Edition
By Lucie Huang As December rolls in and the holiday season starts to sneak up on us, the stress of gift-giving can start to become overwhelming. But, there are ways to make it less daunting and even enjoyable. With more and more big corporations dominating shopping culture, many small businesses are at risk of losing…
How I Deal With Morning Anxiety
By Kim Girard Morning anxiety is something I have dealt with for most of my life. Waking up with a feeling of dread for the day to come is no stranger to me. Throughout my life, there have been mornings where I just want to crawl back into bed and not face the unknown challenges…
The Best Back-to-School Apps for Students
With September and back-to-school season in full swing, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed by all of the new items on your plate. During this time of year, many students can find themselves stressed and worried about the upcoming semesters, pending assignments, and incoming workload. But, the beginning of the school year doesn’t have to feel…