Ratana Stephens
A Natural Path to Success Ratana Stephens likes to be “behind the scenes.” But as chief operating officer of Nature’s Path and co-owner of the world’s No. 1 organic brand of breakfast cereal, Stephens can’t help but attract attention. Thanks to her company’s commitment to sustainability and conservation, Stephens has also attracted accolades, including the Award for Business Excellence at the inaugural RBC Mehfil Magazine Awards gala.
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Abbotsford Retrospective
In the early 1900s, a group of about 50 Indian immigrants put down roots in Abbotsford. They built the foundation for what is now one of the oldest and most successful Indo-Canadian communities in North America.
The Inspired Sufi by Azim Jamal
Mastering the Balancing Act
Life is difficult. Many people rely on you: your boss, your colleagues, your customers, your spouse, your children, your parents and others. Their demands pull you in all directions, and you can’t meet them all. It’s often difficult to decide whom to gratify and whom to disappoint. The decisions require a delicate balancing act.
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RBC Mehfil Magazine Awards for Excellence
The first annual RBC Mehfil Magazine Awards for Excellence featuring keynote speaker Peter Mansbridge, honoured the accomplishments of outstanding individuals during an evening that surprised, entertained and, most importantly, inspired.
Unsung Heroes
The "Pro" Active Life of Harjap Grewal
When Harjap Grewal was growing up in the small northern town of Terrace, B.C., his parents, like most, hoped their son would enter one of the “respected” professions: lawyer, doctor, engineer, scientist. So they sent him to Montreal and the renowned McGill University. As an undergraduate, young Harjap had not decided on his ultimate vocation, but did explore options in medicine and the sciences. He graduated with a BSc in Biochemistry and Pharmacology and an MSc in Organic Chemistry, with still no clear direction.
Politics by Andy Radhia
Senate Reform Not Senate Abolishment
Senate bashing” has become a popular sport in Canada.
The Senate, after all, is an easy target. Here you have a seemingly ineffective government body that costs taxpayers over $32 million a year. It includes 105 unelected individuals who are each guaranteed an annual salary of $132,000 until age 75. These senators, appointed at the whim of the prime minister, have no accountability and limited functions.
Stellar Students
Harleen Sekhon
No one is smarter than another person; some students just catch on earlier than others. Know how quick of a learner you are and work hard at allocating as much time to school as you need. Don’t compare yourself to others. Moreover, being academically strong is not always the key to success. To truly be successful, one should work hard at becoming a well-rounded person, by volunteering in the community, getting involved in sports, pursuing your hobbies, etc. I believe that by volunteering you can learn so much more about the world and even more about yourself.
The "Pro" Active Life of Harjap Grewal
