Walking in Memory: The York Region Alzheimer's Walk

From Walks to Podcasts: Andrew Applebaum's Toronto Legends Journey

In this engaging interview, Andrew Applebaum shares his journey into podcasting, his approach to research, and insights into his popular Toronto Legends podcast. Discover how he selects guests, his views on media in Richmond Hill, and his passion for local community engagement.   Check out Andrew's podcasts Episodes | Toronto Legends [https://www.torontolegends.ca/episodes/]

How the Gutsy Walk Supports Crohn's and Colitis Research

In this episode, Marj Andre talks with Charlie Bender about the June 7th Gutsy Walk at Richmond Green, raising awareness and funds for Crohn's and colitis disease. They discuss what IBD is, its symptoms, triggers, treatment options, and the importance of community support and research breakthroughs.   Here's the link to the June 7th walk at Richmond Green York Region - Gutsy Walk 2026 [https://crohnsandcolitiscanada.akaraisin.com/ui/gutsywalk2026/g/York] Lots of good information on this website https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/ [https://crohnsandcolitis.ca/] Charlie can be reached at benderc19@gmail.com [benderc19@gmail.com] .

The Hidden Dangers of Vaping: A Public Health Perspective

This podcast features experts from York Region Public Health discussing the realities of vaping, its health impacts, and prevention strategies targeted at youth. Learn about the devices, risks, and how to talk to young people about vaping.   Tracey and Jennifer provided these resources: Youth Vaping Resources: 1. York.ca/youthvaping [https://www.york.ca/newsroom/campaigns-projects/youth-and-vaping]– find out more information about the health impacts of vaping, how to talk to youth about vaping, and where to get help 2. York.ca/vapefacts [https://www.york.ca/newsroom/campaigns-projects/vape-facts-what-you-need-know] – our youth vaping-awareness raising campaign 3. Notanexperiment.ca [https://www.notanexperiment.ca/] – information for youth and adults about vaping, including how to talk to teens about vaping 4. Health Canada [https://www.canada.ca/en/services/health/publications/healthy-living/talking-teen-vaping-tip-sheet-parents.html] – a handout that helps you talk with your teen about vaping 5. Lung Health Foundation [https://www.quashapp.com/conversations] – a guide to starting a brief conversation with youth about vaping 6. Quashapp.ca [https://www.quashapp.com/conversations] – an app that helps young people quit vaping   Adult Quit Smoking Resources: 1. York.ca/tobacco [https://www.york.ca/health/substance-use/quitting-smoking] – find information about quitting smoking 2. Stoponthenet.com – a cost-free quit smoking program offered by the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health 3. Smokershelpline.ca [https://smokershelpline.ca/s/?language=en_US] – trained quit counsellors help you on your journey to quit smoking or vaping

The Soundbridge Society Story - How Music Brings Joy to Seniors and Underserved Communities

In this inspiring podcast episode, Rachel Hyejung-Kim and Hannah Kim share their journey in founding Soundbridge Society, a nonprofit dedicated to bringing live music to seniors and underserved communities. They discuss the power of music to connect, heal, and bring joy, as well as their future plans to expand community outreach and support music education for children.   Rachel and Hannah can be contacted at soundbridge.society@gmail.com [soundbridge.society@gmail.com] For more information please see their website www.soundbridge-society.org [http://www.soundbridge-society.org]  Click HERE [https://www.soundbridge-society.org/fundraising-concert-2026] to find out more about their June 6th fundraising concert. And follow them on Instagram www.instagram.com/soundbridge.society/ [http://www.instagram.com/soundbridge.society/]

Sharing Personal Journeys and Cultural Stories, and Exploring Identity and Homeland Through Art

This engaging podcast features four talented artists, Roxana Khoshsokhan, Azadeh Hoveyda, Sanaz Janbakhsh, and Raheleh Mirheydari, from the Richmond Hill Group of Artists [https://rhga.ca/], sharing their personal journeys, artistic inspirations, and perspectives on identity, memory, and homeland. Discover how their diverse backgrounds influence their work and the powerful stories behind their upcoming art exhibit on May 23-24, 2026.   See details of the show - Four Narratives Featuring Thoughts of Homeland | OnRichmondHill [https://www.onrichmondhill.com/?q=four-narratives-featuring-thoughts-homeland]   Here's the information for each of the artists Azzy: * https://rhga.ca/azadeh-hoveyda/ [https://rhga.ca/azadeh-hoveyda/] * @azzy.art * azadeh.hoveyda@gmail.com [azadeh.hoveyda@gmail.com] Roxana: * https://rhga.ca/roxana-khoshsokhan-beerox/ [https://rhga.ca/roxana-khoshsokhan-beerox/] * @beerox_store   Riley: * https://rhga.ca/raheleh-mirheydari/ [https://rhga.ca/raheleh-mirheydari/] * @Raheleh_artstudio * raheleh_mirheydari@yahoo.ca [raheleh_mirheydari@yahoo.ca]   Sanaz: * @sanaz.jan.art * sanaz.jaanbakhsh@gmail.com [sanaz.jaanbakhsh@gmail.com]