Think one person can’t change the world? Meet some exceptional people who are doing just that.
What sets these inspiring Canadians apart is that, rather than just dreaming of a better world, they have channelled their passion into real action – with game-changing results. Some, though by no means all, have been blessed by good fortune; but rather than merely enjoying the privileges of affluence, they’ve focused on turning their resources to the greater good. Others were passionate about their cause from a very early age, and as they’ve grown, youthful enthusiasm has been transformed into action. And a third group has had greatness thrust upon them, either through life circumstances or a special expertise that has given them insights that the rest of us may not possess.
Whatever drives them, their stories demonstrate a compelling truth: start with what you can do, and you can indeed change the world.
By Martha Uniacke Breen
COMMUNITY LEADERS
FRANK CLEGG
Thousands of peer-reviewed studies have shown that RF radiation affects living organisms at well below international and national guidelines, including Canada’s.”
SYLVIA MANTELLA
Animals have been part of my life since my first memory as a child.”
JOAN KELLEY WALKER
I follow my heart when it comes to these matters. When I feel something pull me, then I know it is time to do something.”
SHAE INVIDIATA
Free-Them’s vision is to see a world where freedom is not seen as a luxury or a privilege, but experienced by and granted to everyone.”
SARAH NICOLE LANDRY
My mantra is to rid ourselves of body shame and show up confidently to exist in a world and for memories we deserve to make.”
GAME CHANGERS
CHASE SANDY
We wanted to find a way to support other families who didn’t have the same support we did. And Chase’s Gift was born.”
ARYAN GAUTAM
I wish that everyone reading this story would start to make changes to their lifestyle to reduce their carbon footprint. After all, if I make a small change, you make a small change, we, together, will make a very big change.”
KATIE ZEPPIERI
I think in high school I really began to realize the power of finding my voice and being a problem-solver. I realized that I didn’t need to get caught up in the drama of high school and instead could use my time and talents to help make the world a better place. And so that’s what I set out to do.”
