Canadian Love Map

It started with a phone number written on a post-it note and led to "going steady" as seniors in high school. Flash forward to present day, they are still going steady. This week's love story belongs to Sara and John from Nova Scotia. When high school ends, we are often encouraged to cut ties as we figure things out, which could lead to heartbreak. But Sara and John decided to stay together though...

The famous saying “You shouldn't judge a book by its cover” is famous for a reason. We are so much more than how we appear on the outside. This love story belongs to Madison Tevlin, a shining star from Toronto who was born to entertain. She was also born with down syndrome. But as she says, that's the least interesting thing about her. Madison created a pilot on YouTube called “Who do you think I...

The art of letter writing is a long-lost practice. It requires patience, but also evokes anticipation and hope. This multi-generational love story belongs to Carly and Adam from British Columbia. It's about Irene and Nick, Carly's grandparents. Irene was a British war bride and Nick was her Canadian soldier husband. When Carly discovered her grandmother's love letters, it inspired her to cross the...

This weeks love story belongs to Bella and her supermom Kyla, from Saskatchewan. You might know Bella from TikTok, where she has won the hearts of millions of followers. Bella was born with 3 rare health conditions. She and Kyla have spent a big chunk of the past 8 years in the hospital and Bella has endured over 20 surgeries in her young life. Her mom Kyla, has also endured the stresses of being...

Pets come into our lives for different reasons. Perhaps to heal a broken heart or to simply be a loyal companion. In this week's story, it was all of the above and so much more.  This love story belongs to Angela and her grumpy "murder cat", from Nova Scotia. When Angela's grandfather passed away she adopted his cat named Mackenzie. She chose to document their entertaining relationship on social m...

The word family can mean something different for everyone. But we can all agree that the power of connection should be cherished and celebrated. Today's love story belongs to Michel from Toronto. In Haiti, Michel was adopted by Canadian parents at only 5 weeks old and he grew up in a small Ontario town. Despite being part of a loving family, his racial identity caused some challenges in his young...

They were two individuals on separate life paths when their journeys collided in the most Canadian of ways: in an ice storm...in April! This weeks love story belongs to Jennifer and Chris from Toronto.   What was shaping up to be a tragic tale of interrupted travel became a cinematic story they've been joyfully telling for 18 years.   There's lots to this story including a movie worthy first kiss,...

This week's love story belongs to a pair of storytellers destined for the big screen, Dylan and Jen from British Columbia. Once upon a time, Jen was a model traveling the world while Dylan was skating toward a hockey career. As so often happens, life had surprises in store for them. She became an actor and filmmaker, and he landed a role in one of Canada's most successful TV shows. Their journeys...

Welcome to Season 4 of the Canadian Love Map. We’re on a quest to discover the extraordinary love stories of everyday people.  Ever wonder how people seem to find their connection, partner, love? We do.  What’s the secret? Do the stars have to align? Are you a perfect match?  Are you in the same place at the right time? Join us every week to hear stories of discovery, loss, curiosity and love. Abo...

Another season comes to a close at the end of 2021 with the Season 3 wrap-up. Host Nancy Regan and producer Sarah MacLellan have a chat about the amazing stories told in the third season of Canadian Love Map. We heard stories about taking risks, leaps of faith, the love of community, the power of humor and appreciating what matters. Thank you to all our great guests this season and our amazing spo...

In the second part of our conversation with Rick and Amanda we dive even deeper with the couple and learn about the physical and emotional challenges of The Man In Motion Tour, what it takes to keep going and the importance of supportive people.  We also get a closer look at this inspiring partnership and find out about a media crazed engagement, the creation of the Rick Hansen Foundation and how...

This week's love story belongs to Rick and Amanda, and features all the kinds of love we celebrate on this podcast. But this episode also happens to feature a Canadian hero and icon. You might know him as the "Man in Motion". Rick Hansen won the hearts of Canadians over 35 years ago, when he traveled the globe in his wheelchair, raising awareness and money for spinal cord research. On that legenda...

This week's love story belongs to Heidi, a mother of four who is diagnosed with stage 4 breast cancer. Heidi is surrounded by love with her four young children, husband and an idyllic life on an Ontario dairy farm. In what could be considered as someone's darkest time, Heidi is choosing to spread love outwards to others. She is inspiring people to do small acts of kindness and encouraging people t...

Love and kindness should be at the root of everything we do.  This week in part two of our conversation with Alicia and Scott we learn more inspiring details of Alicia's growing career as an influencer, and why it's important to lead with kindness.  There's lots of love in Alicia and Scott's lives - self love, couple love, and even a fabulous surprise demonstration of love for a special follower.

"Acts of kindness have these incredible ripple effects." For this week's love story, we're catching up with our favourite couple - Alicia and Scott! A lot has happened since we surprised Alicia with a diamond ring back in Season 1, and in this episode we find out what they've been up to! These two continue to steal our hearts, and the hearts of their fans. They lead with kindness and love in every...

Love can make you move all around the country, but home will always be wherever you are together. This week's love story tells the tale of Jeff and Rhonda, a "copper and a hippie", who took many leaps of faith to be together. Rhonda. Their story has many twists and turns, even some bumpy roads, but their strong commitment to each other meant they were always ready for the next adventure.  This is...

When you know...you know. For Sue, this happened to be in the first grade when she first saw Jim! An on and off young romance blossomed between Sue and Jim when they were schoolmates, but life took them on separate paths. Their love story had a 30 year intermission, but a feeling that it was meant to be kept Sue and Jim in each other's thoughts. What happened next was a reunion that was a long tim...

This week's love story started at a farmers market and blossomed over a long first date and a bouquet of....asparagus! Renee dropped lots of hints when she frequently delivered baked goods to Dixon's stall at the local Farmer's Market, and eventually she asked him out on a date. What happened next was a magical dinner date, many meals cooked together and a relationship full of love, laughing and o...

This week we have a love story, with love itself! Jean-Eva Dickie went from making actual maps, to mapping love connections as a professional matchmaker. Inspired by creating happiness in the lives of others, she teaches techniques to help her clients find love.  In the process, she has learned a lot about relationships, and has found a match of her own.  To get in the "Book Of Love" visit:  https...

Love is all about taking risks. For Kelsey and Taylor, taking risks is a steadfast theme in their love story. This unlikely couple was set up through friends, when they least expected it. Little did they know, they were a match. Taylor motivated Kelsey to follow her heart embrace a new career path, while Kelsey inspires Taylor to always be authentic. The pair are currently enjoying the next advent...

Ron James has been entertaining Canadian audiences for over 40 years. His career has taken him down many paths, with twists and turns along the way. What stayed constant was his love of entertaining crowds of people. This weeks love story is all about Ron's love of comedy, Canada and Canadians. Whether it was his many tv and film appearances, or his successful career in standup, this Canadian char...

We are back with season 3 of the Canadian Love Map and kicking it off with a modern day love story. The flirtation started online, and has since become a wonderful and stable long distance partnership. But every good story comes with a plot twist. For Jada and Jenni this was the welcomed arrival of a new baby. They are now embracing a future together...as a family.

That's a wrap on another great season of Canadian Love Map! Host Nancy Regan and Producer Sarah MacLellan sit down to chat about the amazing second season.   This season we dove even deeper into all kinds of connections. From remembering those who have passed, reuniting with love, the power of friendship, family bonds and learning to love ourselves, we covered it all this season. We can't wait to...

Rouge and Deva are a duo of drag queens who create a splash of love wherever they go. Their bond is unique and unbreakable. They entertain thousands with their online empire StationDRG and YouTube show "Queens Ranting". But they are also paying it forward by teaching and inspiring a younger generation of performers. Deva and Rouge are a chosen family for those who need it the most.    

Sometimes it's hard to find your match. Your partner. Your soul mate. Imagine doing it miles apart, in different countries, different time zones. Then you'll start to understand how it all began for Paul and Cori. Of course distance wasn't the only challenge they faced, but in almost 20 years together they've grown into their own and are healing hearts through inspirational music.