I am sharing what being vegan is like for my family and how we navigate the vegan lifestyle with our children. Some moments make vegan parenting challenging, such as going to birthday parties, seeing other kids eating meat, feeling excluded and being criticized by others. But there are also many good moments that I want to talk about with you.
Hi, my name is Diana. I am a jewelry artist and a digital marketer. I have recently launched my compassionate clothing brand, 'Karmavore.' I integrate my vegan lifestyle into my professional life as much as possible. But besides being a busy work bee, I am a mom of two vegan boys. Being vegan myself hasn't been difficult, but once you become a parent, it is not just about you anymore. Suddenly, there is a small, innocent child who is entirely dependent on you to make choices in their best interest, their health and well-being. Raising vegan kids is challenging indeed, but it is also rewarding. I am happy to share some real-life experiences as a vegan family.
Faith shares her history as a sanctuary owner, starting from how she decided to begin her mission to rescue animals. She'll also describe how she and her volunteer helpers now work everyday to improve the lives of the non human residents.
Faith Affleck, owner and caretaker of Star's Piggly Wigglys Sanctuary, is passionately dedicated to the care of non-human animals, especially pigs. She shares her story of how the sanctuary came to be and the enduring legacy of its first resident, Star. For more than 10 years Faith has made a home for many rescued pigs and some other animals as well.
Daiglo was birthed in the mysterious year of 2019/2020 AD where, two musicians, "Downtown" Matt Brown and Chris "Copernicus" Shortall were destined to explore the magic of harmony, melody and rhythm. The tasteful melodies from "Copernicus" found their way in the harmonic foundations of "Downtown". The universe was pleased, a bond was made and Daiglo was named. As the months went by, Daiglo, determined to discover the truths of music, explored soulful creations and discoveries from the giants of the past. From what the giants left, Daiglo looked up and said "Thank you" and took their teachings with humility and gratitude. Now, it is time for Daiglo to grow, and to find their own way through this journey of life, harmony, melody and rhythm.
Vegan comedian, entertainer, performer, and storyteller, among other synonyms
Ma’iingan Miikana is the stage name of Wil Reed, the name is Ojibwe in origin, it means the Wolfs Trail and is symbolism for the suns path through the sky. Originally from Manitoba Wil is a member of the Peguis First Nation reserve Ma’iingan Miikana writes spoken word poetry and is a hip hop lyricist. The subject matter of his lyrics is of a wide variety including: the occult (occult means hidden), natural law, hermetic principles, ancestral trauma, the psychological shadow, exposing dark occultism, the solar and galactic spirals of creation and Conscious messages dealing with the great work of bio spiritual alchemical transformation. Ma’iingan does not shy away from speaking on the cause and effects of one’s inner darkness (ie subconscious and unconscious programs/distortions) and ignorance upon their own spiritual progression, nor is he one sided, both the light and the dark are explored through his lyrics.
The Spicy Soy Boys are a hot commodity here in the Edmonton Area, singing the blues and reworking songs to make them vegan is their jam. Max Mah is a lyrical genius and can turn almost any song into a vegan themed version instead. His guitar skills are quite mad as well. Marc is the lead singer while also playing the guitar and writing his own music here, there and everywhere. He loves to make people happy so it's only natural that he loves to do this via music as well. Join them for a few tunes to spice up the evening or afternoon.
"""Laurel and The Lads"" is a cover band of the Kootenays and have been performing since 2023. Back in 2022-2023, musicians: Laurel Smith, Nicolas ""Maestro"" Savard, ""Downtown"" Matt Brown and Adam ""Bunny"" Binions came together out of organic harmony and musical interests. Together, Laurel captivates with a voice of sweet melody over the harmonic and rhythmic backing of ""The Lads"". It was then, ""Laurel and The Lads"" was created and a band flourished. Performing hits, from genres of mix, with sometimes, a little funky twist. Bringing hot'n'fresh dance tunes to the table and then sitting back with some soulful chill for dessert. Bon appetit!"
