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Articles by Suzanne Park

About Suzanne Park
Suzanne is a leadership thinking partner, public speaking and crucial conversation coach, and a writer who enjoys bringing to the pages of Leaside Life the businesses, unique experiences and community contributions of her Leaside neighbours. Her daughter Zhen, a TMU Sport Media graduate has secured a job in her field and has previously contributed articles to Leaside Life offering a fresh perspective on her community.
Anastasia Kanellakis with her dad Steve. Photo Suzanne Park.
Community

Just Do Kindness, born out of the 2018 Danforth tragedy and Leasiders’ inspiration

November 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Kindness and caring go hand in hand, and both appear to be in ample supply in Leaside. Tragedy brings pain and suffering yet one Leaside family has transformed their pain into a precious gift honouring …more

A collage of some of the brunch spots in Leaside.
Food

Chow down at Leaside’s brunch bunch

October 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Whether you prefer a leisurely brunch or a quick grab and go breakfast, Leaside has much on offer. A casual stroll any weekend and many weekday mornings will reveal a thriving brunch culture in our …more

Susan Smith and George Gutierrez were Leaside contributors for over 20 years at community events, Leaside United Church, and the tennis club.
People

Living in Penticton but still Leasiders at heart

October 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Lives are busy and complex. Residents and neighbours come and go, yet once a Leasider it seems you’re always a Leasider at heart. Susan Smith and George Gutierrez were Leaside contributors for over 20 years …more

Owner Sarah Barr (2nd from left), with some of her business associates.
Business

La Muse fires up Leaside’s experience economy

June 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Successful retailers continually surprise and delight their customers building loyalty and attracting new clients through glowing referrals. Sarah Barr and her partner Alison Camely, the owners of La Muse Boutique on Bayview, are glowing examples …more

Community

Flavours of Thorncliffe nurtures community connections

June 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

It must be spring. Trees are budding, tulips are blooming, and relationships both new and familiar will soon be celebrating friendship, diversity and great food at Flavours of Thorncliffe, now in its third year. “This …more

Photo Suzanne Park.
Sports

Claudine Lukawesky is inspired to run

May 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Many of us were first inspired to run by Terry Fox. His Marathon of Hope launched the annual mid-September run that has honoured him since 1981 and raised over $750 million for cancer awareness and …more

Staff photo.
Community

Are you a Vision Zero champ?

March 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Traffic is a hot topic in Leaside – and for good reason. Traffic volume and speed, distracted drivers and walkers, icy roads and sidewalks all make for a dangerous mix for pedestrians, cyclists and drivers …more

Hailey Eisen and Natalie Healy, creators of Born to Shine Kids.
Community

Born to Shine helps girls build confidence

February 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Imagine if we could count the number of Leaside friendships, innovations and businesses launched by schoolyard conversations. They would likely number in the thousands. A few years ago, one such conversation started with a simple …more

Some of our curators put forth their choices for teen books.
Community

Young “curators” advise Leaside Library

January 1, 2019 Suzanne Park

Early in December, Leaside Library’s community room was set up for a group scheduled to meet at 
4:30 p.m. As the participants, aged 13 to 17, arrived and took their seats, they warmly greeted each …more

Leaside neighbours on a Lost River Walk.
Community

Neighbours explore a hidden river of Leaside

December 1, 2018 Suzanne Park

On a blustery cold Saturday in early November, a dozen north and south Leasiders gathered in Leaside High’s parking lot intent on exploring Walmsley Brook, a hidden river that runs under the school. The group’s …more

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Digital Edition

Julia Hanigsberg, president and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital. Photo Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital.
In the Spotlight

Holland Bloorview President and CEO Julia Hanigsberg leaves on a high note

by Suzanne Park in Stories

As the festive season approaches, thoughts of a new year and new you might be on your mind. That’s especially true for Julia Hanigsberg, president and CEO of Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital, as she ...more
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