Carolyn is a published author, broadcaster and print journalist, and Woman of Vision Award recipient. Carolyn’s professional and volunteer work, as well as residency in the picturesque Shuswap, have provided her numerous opportunities to learn about her community and its history.
Casey is a copy and content writer currently based in downtown Toronto, Ontario. A sports lover for life and believer in the beautiful game, she is also the current Head of Media & Communications for 1812 Football Club which can be followed via their performances in League1 Ontario. Catch her on Twitter or Instagram: @CaseyToGo.
Cassandre Salomon is an interior designer and freelance writer. When she’s not designing virtually for clients all over the world or writing about interior decorating, she’s travelling with her husband and their three children. She studied interior design at the Interior Design Institute of Vancouver and Yorkville University.
Cassie Apperloo is a Hamilton-based writer and self-described ‘Jill of all trades.’ Her intro to media started at Mohawk College’s journalism program, and since then her work has covered everything from entertainment news to digital marketing and public relations for musicians and small businesses. Today she writes for Livabl, specializing in market news and new construction.
Celestina Aleobua is a multimedia coordinator leading the visual aesthetic and publishing for REALTOR.ca's The Living Room. She's a multifaceted creative director with work in film, photography, writing, and digital media. She is obsessed with interior design, especially the creativity involved in repurposing, refurbishing and reupholstering furniture, and one day hopes to dabble in the house-flipping business. You may find some of her work at www.thatafrikan.com.
Cory works as a copywriter for one of Ottawa’s largest marketing and advertising agencies, while offering freelance writing and content marketing solutions for small businesses and entrepreneurs. He covers topics spanning from real estate and home design to community features, travel, and outdoor recreation—when he’s not found at his writing desk, he’s most likely on a squash court with a racquet in hand. Cory shares an apartment with his partner and their tiny dog, Pip, in beautiful and historic Kingston
Cory Smith is a journalist living in Stratford, Ontario. He grew up in the Festival City and has lived there most of his life, enjoying the city’s restaurants, parks, entertainment and the fact he can’t go to the grocery store without seeing someone he knows. He was the first person to interview eight-year-old Justin Bieber and takes credit for launching the pop icon’s career. When he’s not exploring the city with his wife and son, he manages a fantasy baseball team.
Though he first aspired to design cars, a teacher convinced Dave to pursue architecture instead. He earned his Bachelor of Architecture degree from Carleton University and as a result, he knows an abnormal amount about home design and construction. Dave later became the Editor-in-Chief for major automotive publications, but now splits his time between Toronto, Miami and Europe developing content for cars, boats, travel and lifestyle outlets.
David Elver is a Vancouver-based freelance writer, editor, and screenwriter who has worked with some of Canada’s leading public- and private-sector organizations. His work has appeared in newspapers, magazines, and online publications across Canada, and run the gamut from feature articles and social media success stories to best-selling coffee table books and two feature-length television movies. David enjoys kayaking, snowshoeing, and sunset strolls on the beach, although usually not at the same time.
Gary Kean was born and bred on the west coast of Newfoundland in Corner Brook and has lived there all his life, except for four years studying philosophy and English at Memorial University in St. John’s. Since 1995, he has been delivering news as a journalist with The Western Star. In his spare time, Gary enjoys playing and watching sports, music and spending time with his family.