The Hidden Chemical in Your Everyday Life That’s Now Linked to Heart Disease
Did you know that a chemical used to soften plastic may be contributing to hundreds of thousands of heart disease deaths around the world? A new global study has just sounded the alarm on DEHP (di(2-ethylhexyl) phthalate)—a type of phthalate (pronounced thal-ates) used in everything from vinyl flooring and medical tubing to shampoo bottles and food packaging. […]
Thrive in Canada: Turning Job Search Challenges into Career Wins with Access Employment
“Most of the jobs out there? They’re never posted.” That’s how Mangjit Deman, Senior VP at Access Employment, kicked off a deeply insightful conversation on Thrive in Canada. And for thousands of newcomers struggling to find meaningful work, this fact can be both sobering and empowering. In this episode, we dive into the realities of job hunting in […]
Spring in Canada: A Lesson in Trusting the Wait
Spring in Canada doesn’t arrive with fanfare. It tiptoes in, like someone who texted “on the way” an hour ago but still hasn’t shown up. The calendar says it’s here—but step outside and the cold air, silent birds, and undecided trees will have you questioning everything. Canadian spring is an exercise in patience. It’s the […]
Thrive in Canada: How Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities Is Redefining Health Care for Newcomers and Families
In Canada, especially in fast-growing urban areas like Scarborough, healthcare is more than checkups and prescriptions. It’s also about housing, food access, mental well-being, and a sense of belonging. On this episode of Thrive in Canada, host Cherie Mercado sits down with Mesh Marxa and Mimi Domano of the Scarborough Centre for Healthy Communities (SCHC) to unpack how healthcare has evolved—especially for newcomers, seniors, and […]
Thrive in Canada: Why Therapy Needs to Speak Your Language: Mental Health for Immigrants in Canada
Moving to a new country is life-changing—but not always in the ways people expect. For immigrants and long-time residents alike, adjusting to Canadian life can bring stress, anxiety, identity struggles, and emotional burnout. In this episode of Thrive in Canada, host Cherie Mercado sits down with Claudia Jones and Teresa Salazar—registered therapists and founders of Well Journey Services—to talk about mental health, […]
Thrive in Canada: How Filipino Entrepreneurs Are Thriving in CanadaThrive in Canada:
Canada is full of opportunity—but also full of challenges. For Filipino immigrants, launching or growing a small business is one of the most empowering paths to financial stability and generational wealth. But it’s also one of the hardest. That’s why Thrive in Canada sat down with two leading voices from the Philippine Canadian Chamber of Commerce (PCCC)—Julian Baruatro and Joey Bermudez—to […]
Hair-cules: Reclaiming Confidence, One Strand at a Time
Hair. It’s more than what we see in the mirror. It’s identity, self-expression, and a little something that helps us feel like ourselves. For some, it’s a fashion statement; for others, it’s a connection to their culture or even a way to rebuild confidence after a difficult journey. In Hair-cules, I stepped into the world of […]
Rent Lower in Toronto: A Temporary Relief or a New Trend?
Toronto renters, there’s some good news—sort of. The average rent in Toronto has hit a 28-month low, offering some relief to tenants in one of Canada’s most expensive rental markets. But before celebrating, there’s a catch: rents, while lower than last year, are still significantly higher than they were two or three years ago. Toronto’s […]
Canada Stricter on Tourist Visas
View this post on Instagram A post shared by Filipino TV (@filipinotvofficial) Canada’s Immigration, Refugees and Citizenship Canada (IRCC) has recently introduced changes in its visitor visa issuance policy, giving immigration officers more flexibility in assessing individual applications. Previously, a 10-year multiple-entry visa, or a visa that aligned with the validity of a passport, was […]
Movement Matters: My Fitness Journey
Cherie’s transformative journey through various sports and activities reveals the importance of physical wellness for her and her family. A vibrant sports facility in the heart of Markham, Ontario, plays a central role in this adventure, featuring insights from a Badminton Olympian as a bonus! Cherie grew up in the Philippines, where after-school hours meant […]