Today's love story comes from BJ & Frank from Toronto, ON. What began as a photo taken of their child being born - turned into a whirlwind of political hatred and a very long lawsuit. Meet BJ & Frank: teachers, adventurers and fathers. And while their son, Milo, was born, a photo was taken of him in the arms of his fathers. However, this photo was stolen by a right-wing political party in Italy for a campaign AGAINST gay parents. Fast forward 7 years and a very long lawsuit later, BJ and Frank win the case and share their story with us. This is a story about overcoming hardship, the vu ..read more

Today's love story comes from Randy & Jocelyne Robinson of Vancouver, BC. This mother-son duo graduated from university one day apart and kept their bond as close as ever. Randy, who graduated in law and Jocelyn with her PhD in education and sciences, these two are an unstoppable pair. Now, six years after grad, they join us to share what they have been up to since their graduation and teach us a thing or two about how they stayed so close and what family means to them. This is a story about education, family and supporting your community. Presented by Charm Diamond Centres Hosted by Nancy ..read more

Today's love story comes from Mark Brand from Vancouver, BC. What started as an idea, a thought, a dream - turned into a foundation that impacted millions and continues to grow. Mark is an example that if you want something and have ideas to get there, you can. He took the problem of food insecure individuals in Canada, used his love of cooking, and made a token program that gave people food that needed it. Now, Mark can be seen spreading his message on TED Talks and around the globe to feed as many people as he can. This is a story about passion, breaking through old habits and following your ..read more

Today's story belongs to Arta Rexhepi-Abazi from Kosovo (and from Dartmouth, Nova Scotia). With grief and loss, comes hope and new beginnings. Meet Arta, a Kosovo-born woman who had to flee her country during the war and start anew with her family in Canada. She moved 25 years ago, went to college to graduate in journalism and now, Arta has a family and a life in Nova Scotia. She now shares her experience in Kosovo, living in refugee camps, life as a new Canadian and her advice to fellow new Canadians trying to navigate a new life. This is a story about vulnerability, learning new things and b ..read more

Today's love story comes from Steph & Katie Burlton from Vancouver, BC. What started as an innocent meeting at dance class, turned into something magical. Steph and Katie fell head-over-heels for each other and decided that they would travel the world together all while documenting their adventures. With Steph's tech and videography skills paired with Katie's passion for storytelling and creativity - these two were ready to take on the world! Now, you can find the pair on Instagram @Lezseetheworld and join them on their adventures and journey to find queer-accepted spots across the globe ..read more

Today's story comes from Greg Scott & Hali ScottSmith from Hornby Island, BC. Finding common ground with your child can be tough (especially during those pre-teen years), but Greg Scott made it his mission to not only form genuine bonds with both his children - but share it with the rest of the world. From taking his son to bike across Canada together and then taking his daughter, Hali, to ski all 44 slops in BC within 44 days. His bond with his children was a gift he wanted to share with everyone - and that blossomed into the "Tidbits of Change Foundation." This is a story about strong pa ..read more

Today's story belongs to Melanie Chambers, of London, Ontario. High school is tough for most, but harder when you have a bully. Melanie shares how she, years later, reached out to her high school bully for questions and received not only answers - but a new friend. She uncovers how meeting her bully years after high school impacted her, how she moved forward and the life she lives now with a new attitude! Listen to hear the lessons she learned from high school that carried on into her 40s. This is a story about tackling trauma, starting new adult friendships, and most of all, love. Presented b ..read more

Today's story comes from Belinda and Carol Bigold, from Winnipeg, Manitoba. Lots of families bond over baking, but very few take that fondness to the next level. If you ask Belinda and Carol, they'd say it was a no-brainer. Carol's fearless nature and impeccable baking talents paired splendidly with her daughter's business acumen and tenacity, resulting in the now-iconic High Tea Bakery. By using simple, locally-sourced ingredients in classic recipes handed down through generations and by providing warm, personal customer service, High Tea Bakery has become a premiere business in Winnipeg. The ..read more

Today's story comes from Amanda and Pierena Di Zazzo, from Montreal, Quebec. The pandemic was a strange and challenging time for everyone, but amidst the darkness there were opportunities for joy. Many rekindled relationships with friends and family, or immersed themselves in the hobbies and pass times working life separated them from years ago. That was certainly the case for Pierena and Amanda, a mother and daughter duo that took to the impressive task of writing and publishing their first novels over the pandemic. Pierena and her daughter always shared a close relationship with each other a ..read more

Today's story comes from Mary Jane Cobbs of Halifax, Nova Scotia, and Natasha Marchewka of Santa Clarita, California. This story started decades ago, when a then 23-year-old MJ got together with 12-year-old Natasha's divorced father. Almost immediately, MJ grew deeply attached to Natasha and her younger sister, and embraced her new title of step-mother. And although the marriage with her father came to an end, MJ's connection with Natasha endured this breakup and evolved into a new kind of relationship: best friends. Now, Mary Jane and Natasha stay intimately connected over the long distance b ..read more