York Life
editor’s note
Publisher Dana Robbins Regional General Manager Shaun Sauve
Get Inspired!
Editor Jacqueline Kovacs copy editor Deanna Dority
Forget New Year’s resolutions. Spring, in my humble opinion, is a great time to set personal goals. Who doesn’t feel more optimistic as the days get longer? I always feel a palpable relief when there’s daylight as I leave my Aurora home to head to work early in the morning, and it’s still light out when I return later that day. Soon enough, the temperature will rise (and stay there), buds will appear on trees and my neighbours will come out of hibernation. Why not harness that springtime energy and use it to achieve something good for yourself ? That was the thinking behind this health-and-wellness-themed issue, featuring the stunning World Wrestling Entertainment superstar Trish Stratus. The surprisingly down-to-earth Richmond Hill native, who recently made a big comeback after 12 years of retirement, manages stardom, motherhood and businesses, and is in jaw-droppingly awesome shape. She shares how you really can have it all in our inspiring cover story. Need more of a push toward being the best you possible? Read about Amber Bowman. This Newmarket firefighter overcame a devastating injury to become one of the top trainers in North America, and she’s helping others to achieve their own personal bests, including with appearances on the Dr. Oz show. To round things out this issue, you’ll find healthy recipes, beautiful decor ideas and other local stories that we hope will help you enjoy spring in fabulous York Region.
Contributors Liz Bruckner, Jim Craigmyle, Naomi Hiltz, Sue Kanhai, Andrea Karr, Joann MacDonald, Rachel Naud, Karen Robock, Kasie Savage, Julia Suppa, Angela Wallace, Doug Wallace Director of Advertising Amanda Smug Advertising Manager Tanya Pacheco Advertising Sales Jeremy Brown, Vern Catania, Mike Cudmore, Judy Fulton, Laura Harding, Joelle Hawley, Carola McKee, Alexis Reinhardt Regional Director, Production and Creative Services Katherine Porcheron Editorial Design Emily Ayranto, Brenda Boon, Nick Bornino, Jennifer Dallman LuAnne Turner Director of Business Administration Phil Sheehan Director of Distribution Mike Banville
Jacqueline Kovacs
About our cover We are delighted to have the amazing Trish Stratus grace our cover. Her infectious energy made for a shoot filled with fun — with gorgeous results. Here is the team that made it all possible: Photos (including our contents page): Dave Laus Makeup and hair: Valeria Nova of Two Chicks and Some Lipstick Hair colour: Stavro Piniotis of Salon Glamour Styling: Mila Yudina Location: StudioTwo22
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