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Jill Wheatley is climbing the world's 14 highest peaks

Pursuing Peak Perspective

The world’s 14 tallest peaks range between 8,012 and 8,848 metres but are somehow no comparison to the mountains Jill Wheatley has already conquered. What started out as a normal Wednesday for a sports...
Oksana and Max St John of Drink Tea & Travel, sustainable travel bloggers

Exploring Canada’s Scenic Wonders on Four Wheels

It was spring 2020, a time that none of us could have predicted. As the world entered a state of lockdown in March, halting our international travel plans, we found ourselves contemplating what lay...
Canadian cycling, winner of the Paris-Roubaix Femme Alison Jackson

Alison Jackson is Powering the Pedals

There were no cyclists in the town where Alison Jackson grew up. In fact, there were only a few thousand people in Vermilion, Alta., which meant Jackson’s road to professional sport was not as...
Matt Devine Quikcard Ride for Change

Matt Devine is Cycling Across Canada for Purpose

In three to five years, Matt Devine was told he would likely have a major medical event like a heart attack or stroke—and it would likely end his life. A horrible statistic for anyone,...
Moraine Lake Alberta Banff National park

Scenic Routes: Hike the World’s Greatest Trails

Our planet is the gift that keeps on giving. From stunning vistas to deep canyons, windswept coasts to ancient ruins, some of the most spectacular views this earth has to offer can only be...
Running the Patagonia International Marathon in Chile

Destination Marathons Around the World

After a few years of virtual races, travel restrictions and uncertainty, it’s time to start dreaming big again. We’ve compiled the ultimate bucket list of marathons from around the world. From our own backyard...
Latoya Snell Athlete with IMPACT

Fighting the Stigma

Latoya Shauntay Snell remembers the time well. It was about a week before Hurricane Sandy hit land and devastated the U.S. that Snell received a devastating diagnosis of her own. Snell’s doctor told her that...
Athlete with IMPACT

Finding His Own Way

At 14, many boys are playing sports and adjusting to being teens. However, Peter Field was adjusting to life without his sight. Field was diagnosed with glaucoma, an eye disease causing optic nerve damage that...
Athlete with IMPACT

Beating the Odds

What’s more impressive than filling a running résumé with 50 marathons and five ultramarathons? What’s more impressive than posting personal-best times by the age of 48? What’s more impressive than progressing without the aid of coaches? Answer:...

Running His Own Path

Through the highs and lows of his running career Rory Linkletter attributes his Christian faith for keeping him focused and on the right path. The former Canadian half-marathon record holder has had to make...
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Explore the Award-Winning University District at the Annual Block Party

University District (U/D) never falls short on fun, entertaining events, and this year, the U/D Block Party is making its third comeback as an...
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Bid Farewell to Bladder Leaks with UROSPOT

Is there anything more annoying than a bladder leak when you laugh, cough, sneeze or exercise? What about the constant urge to use the...
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Ask the Expert — What is Active Rehabilitation

Active rehab is an evidence-based rehabilitation program used by trained kinesiologists to help individuals recover from an injury or illness. It is an individualized...