The Sanctuary

Over the past decade, JoJo Worthington has emerged as a distinct presence in creative Canadian music, pairing deftly penned songs with spectacular sonic landscapes. Having wandered through the “lost, enchanted forest” (Bandcamp, New & Noteworthy) of 2016’s breakthrough album, \\, and sailed the seas of her epic avant-pop odyssey TCYK (2019), BAPTIZED I sees this visionary songcrafter adorning...

Since the release of his self-titled debut album, Chris Ryan has caught the attention of the East Coast music industry, playing showcases during East Coast Music Week and Music Newfoundland and Labrador Week, along with receiving nominations for "Country Recording of the Year" and "Songwriter of the Year". Chris' songwriting skills allowed him to be part of the 2016 ECMA SOCAN Song House, working...

Nice Horse is wild: wildly talented, wildly entertaining, fun, fresh, fierce and feisty, and they’ve established themselves as one of the most buzzed-about and fast-rising groups in the Canadian music industry. A live act to be reckoned with, the self-contained all-female band has played high-profile festivals across Canada and Europe and toured as direct support for legendary artists including th...

Nigerian-Canadian independent musician, Shopé, embodies the new African aesthetic; globally-minded, deeply rooted in tradition, yet steeped in the west. Having emigrated from Lagos to Toronto, the singer/rapper’s personal and musical narratives weave tales of poverty, determination, and love, through a masterful blend of the fast-rising Afrobeats sound with already established Hip-Hop/R&B,...

Halley and Carla. A 10 year married couple discovered that there is more to their life than the normalization of marriage.   Carla a crossdresser for many years came out to Halley in late 2021. Halley a vixen that has learned to rekindle her sex drive.   Their communication is top-notch and helps others with their ongoing experiences.   Check out their podcast Carla and Halley

Hi! I’m Kat, short for Katüsha. I always knew I wanted to do something creative. It’s been a journey trying out different vocations and then trying out all types of photography to get me to my current interest, which is portrait and women empowerment photography. This includes intimate portraiture, women empowerment photogr...

Israel Obasola  is a Nigerian animator and illustrator who took advantage of this period and used it to hone in on his skills. As a result, he gained more confidence in his craft along with growing viewers on his various social media pages. On TikTok, where he goes by the name  Israelthecreator , he has amassed over 32.2 million views. Like most children, Obasola grew up watching cartoon...

Aniyha Jones is a budding superstar! She’s an undergraduate at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign studying marketing. Beside her academic feats, she’s well versed within the podcasting industry and mastering ideation. Jones is host of the You’re Wrong, Sir Podcast. This podcast prides itself on the mission of being unapologetic, uncensored, and unfiltered. Jones challenges norms within...

Ebi Ikuku (born Oboatarheiyenhre Ebiyekekon Ikuku) is a Nigerian-born Journalist, Award-winning Filmmaker (Director, Writer and Producer) and Actress. Besides that, she is also a singer/songwriter, model and Dancer. She was born and raised in Delta-State, and was raised in a small town called Warri. After completing her Secondary School (High School) Education, she moved to London, the United King...

David Serero is a critically acclaimed and awards-winner opera singer, actor, director, and producer.   He has performed more than 2,500 performances in more than 45 countries, directed and produced nearly 100 theatrical productions, starred in over 100 films and TV series, recorded and produced over 100 albums and, played more than 50 lead and title roles (in several languages) from the oper...

Lily Lynch is a white and Afro-Mi'kmaw woman from Halifax, Nova Scotia. In her work and life, Lily aims to encourage and catalyze further opportunities for all communities to participate in cross-cultural appreciation and build empathy. Lily is the co-founder of Sankara, an award-winning social enterprise operating in Atlantic Canada. Sankara is an Online Multicultural Marketplace ( www.sankaracui...

Phenyo Melody Madiba, better known as 'Mel Madiba', was born in October 1993, in Mafikeng and grew up in Pretoria. She now lives and works intermittently between Pretoria and Johannesburg. When she finished High School, having taken Design as a subject, she went to study Interior Design at The Design School of Southern Africa. It was there where she fell in love with wood and discovered pyrography...

2021 Canadian Presenter of the Year Nathalie Plamondon-Thomas is a Confidence Expert. She works with people who want to get rid of their negative self-talk and unlock their full potential. She brings entrepreneurs the Clarity they need to make money living from their passion.   She is an international No.1 Bestselling Author of fifteen books about success, communication, wellness and empowerm...

Gabrielle Drolet is a Canadian cartoonist and journalist. Her work, which focuses on disability, health and cultural trends, has appeared in The New York Times, The New Yorker, The Globe and Mail, and more. She loves split pea soup. Learn more @gabrielle.drolet

Colleen Gallagher is an intuitive business and personal development consultant. She has survived childhood cancer, is a global citizen, an advocate for everyone to have an opportunity to live their dreams and an academic who is currently pursuing her Ph. D. in Psychology with a focus on Global Leadership and Change. She is an author of multiple books, including her latest release  A...

Pam is the maker behind maritime moose, an upcycling business aimed at diverting textile waste from landfills.   Growing up playing soccer, going camping, and taking apart electronics in her basement in Ontario, she found herself in Kjipuktuk/Halifax studying marine biology and finding community at university.   Since graduating, she has taken her love of the ocean and nature in a new di...

Ryan Veltmeyer is a social innovator, entrepreneur, community builder, educator and musician. In 2012, Ryan Co-founded Youth Art Connection (YAC), bringing together his passion for youth leadership development and the arts. YAC is a registered charity that supports emerging artists, especially from marginalized backgrounds, to develop arts-based businesses and social impact projects. Through YAC R...

Nick is the publisher of GoNaked Magazine, a men's nudist magazine.   GoNaked Magazine was born out of curiosity on how to produce a digital publication. Eight years later, the publication has grown to over 14,000 readers around the planet. In addition to the magazine, Nick hosts men-only nudist events and vacations. (If he had known this was going to be his career path, he would have skipped...

Sizwe is currently serving the Chief Technology Officer role at Pineapple.   He is passionate about tech education and entrepreneurship on the African continent.   Sizwe holds a Computer Science degree from the University of Cape Town.   Find out more @pineapple_sa

Micah Brown is a former 11-year pro football player. Now owner/operator of BATLX, a football-specific training and athletic development facility whose mission is to make BATLX accessible to every athlete, provide them with professional coaching, mentorship and the tools to perpetuate them to the next level.   Learn more @batlxhfx

Shareefa J is a London based presenter and plus-size model with a background in musical theatre, she is at the forefront of promoting equality and mental health awareness. She uses her platform to discuss many topics including Black Lives Matter, LQBTQIA+ topics, plant-based eco-friendly living, fitness, adult ADHD, women’s health and eating disorders.   Shareefa is an ambassador for the UK b...

Alliekat is a recording artist, born and raised in Dartmouth, NS, Canada.   She began writing lyrics to industry beats at a young age in high school. Shortly after graduation, she was diagnosed with a severe mental illness becoming a voice for those who struggle with the same disorders by being open about her own experiences writing about them and encouraging others to speak up.   In 201...

Megan Reed is a multifaceted artist living in Halifax. She thrives on seeking new creative ventures in music and film, building a career in the digital media industry.  You can find her on either side of the camera — producing digital content for creative clients or modelling with Halifax agency Soli Productions Models.   On stage, she performs under the name Megan St. Rose. Her mus...

A 24 year veteran of the underground Hip-Hop scene and turntablist community,  DJ Killa-Jewel  has rocked decks across North America, Europe and Asia at some of the most prestigious clubs, concerts and festivals to date.   Also a producer herself, she released her first unofficial album, Saudade, in 2014. Later, she was joined by  Nate Husser ,  Wasiu ,  Ras...

Jack of All Trades, Master of Many! The only things Elinor has tried so far in their life that they can't do are hula-hooping, arc-welding, and not being themself. In 48 years they have lived a lot of lives, and are currently incarnated as a Programming & Community Engagement Manager for Halifax Public Libraries, among other things.   Born and raised in Quebec, Elinor moved to Halifa...