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Get Grounded!
welve thousand, seven hundred and forty two kilometers. That's the diameter of our little blue planet, third from the sun: Earth. The word 'Earth' derives from the Germanic 'erde', meaning 'ground.'
Yes, the ground beneath our feet. What we walk on, run on, ride on and drive on every day. We spend so much time looking up to the sky, at the stars... and yet we seem to pay little attention to what's underneath our feet. I've been thinking about that a lot lately. Not just about the ground, but being grounded. Beyond the gravitational aspect, what does it exactly mean? For me, it's about the gratitude I have, for every moment that I spend with family, friends and colleagues. Appreciating simple pleasures, like great food, wine, the occasional cigar, art, and of course music! Spending more time listening than talking. Smiling more. Complaining less. In this issue, Spencer's editorial focus features individuals I look up to and respect, who most certainly are grounded. Incredible, accomplished people like Ravi Narine, Glenn and David Dixon, Peter Triantos, Ron White, Roger Gingerich, Steep Daniels, Brigitte Shim, Max Jamali, Joey Benoliel and so many others! Back to my opening, the diameter of Earth... rather small, yes? As the custodians of our planet, we should really try to treat her better. We could even try to treat each other better. We should all be a bit more grounded. Eleanour Roosevelt was a brilliant person who I believe represented the best of being grounded. I encourage you to read the transcript of her speech, delivered on September 28, 1948 in Paris, France: The Universal Declaration of Human Rights. Page 22 right here in Spencer. So, what does being "grounded" mean to you? Here are a few traits to consider, according to the magazine INC: 1) Being unshakeable; 2) Being reliable; 3) Possessing an unwavering moral compass; 4) Being humble; 5) Having a healthy self-esteem; 6) Not worrying about things beyond your control; 7) Standing up for what's right; 8) Not conforming just to make people like you; 9) Encouraging others to succeed. I especially like numero nine. That's the philosophy of Spencer. And I really hope that it's yours, too. By the way, I'm jumping out of a plane this coming September, to support Steep Daniels and his initiative to raise funds for SickKids Hospital. Spencer is a proud sponsor. For the details, see page 90: WILL DRAKE JUMP? We'll see... Chubbs, you jump too.
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SPENCER SPOTLIGHT
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ELEANOUR ROOSEVELT
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RAVI H. NARINE
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THE DIXON BROTHERS
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THE FGI 2021 VISIONARY AWARDS GALA
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PETER TRIANTOS - YORKVILLE GRAND OPENING
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THE VANGUARD
Ray-Ban Smart Glasses; TOKK Magic Mirror; Facebook's new tech Hub in Toronto, Canada; HT Aero's Flying car set for 2024. The Struggle for Human Rights. The full speech delivered on September 28th, 1948 in Paris, France. Feature Cover Story: "Substance over Style." by Rose Marie Bresolin Feature Interviews with Glenn and David Dixon. By Joseph Edward Schur With Jeanne Beker, Hillary MacMillan, Tyrone Edwards, Leslie Hampton. At Peter's Flagship Art Gallery, a milestone in his career as one of Canada's most important artists. An extraordinary evening at The Carlu in Toronto, Canada. Celebrating Fashion and Art.
42 ON THE COVER RAVI H. NARINE, in front of An Te Liu's abstract bronze sculpture "Mixer" at the Park Hyatt luxury hotel in Yorkville, Toronto. The enchanting pair of cast bronze figures stand 3.5 meters tall, truly monumental in scale. Creative Directors: Dan Walsh and Joseph Edward Schur Photographer: Justin Brito Stylist: Dev Ramsumair Make-up: Paola Ortiz With Jonathan Levy & Richard Emmanuel
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DAVID DIXON
Canada's premier Shoe Designer. By Joseph Edward Schur Feature interview with one of Canada's most important Fashion Designers. By Joseph Edward Schur
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ROGER GINGERICH
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FAMILY TREASURES
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JEWELLERY AWARDS
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STEEP DANIELS
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GLENN DIXON
An exclusive interview with the Architect, featuring the Point William Project. By Rose Marie Bresolin Feature interview with the Canadian Interior Designer. By Joseph Edward Schur
Arts & Culture
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MAX JAMALI
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THE END OF THE ART OLIGARCHY
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JOURNEY OF AN ARTIST SERIES
Taking luxury art to the max! Feature interview with this extraordinary artist. By Joseph Edward Schur And the democratization of the art market. By Estelle Ohayan The "Manic Mannequin" mural story. By Joseph Zambri.
Fashion + Film: The Canadian International Fashion Film Festival. By Harlen Troost The power of jewellery, passed down from generations to generation. By Analucia Beltran Anita Bhandari and Anita Agrawal collaborate to win three prestigious design awards.
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Caution Couture by 777OV: Toronto's most progressive street brand.
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PICKING OLIVES UNDER THE SUN
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APATANIS OF ZIRO VALLEY
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THE FUTURE OF SUSTAINABLE BEAUTY
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On the steep slopes of west facing Appenine mountains in northeastern Umbria. By Vian Andrews
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The world's anthropological hotspot! By Subhasish Chakraborty Environmental responsibility, increased effectiveness, and long-term health. By Paola Ortiz
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GV80 GENESIS DEBUT
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ASK CAPTAIN JOEY
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SPENCER RESOURCE DIRECTORY
CANADA'S BROWN SPIRITS IN THE SPOTLIGHT With Canadian Club 44 Years Old Chronicles, St-Roc Distillery Fondation Rum, Willibard Farm Distillery Barrel Gin, Alberta Distillers Ltd. Alberta Premium Whisky, and Newfoundland Distillery Gunpowder and Rose Rum. By Blair Phillips and Davin De Kergommeaux
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New series for all your travel experiences... on the water and in the air. By Joey Benoliel
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Featuring the new luxurious Sport Utility Vehicle. By Darren Dobson
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Spencer Spotlight, Eleanour Roosevelt's "The Struggle for Human Rights," Ravi H. Narine's Feature Cover Story, The Dixon Brothers, The FGI 2021 Visionary Awards Gala, Peter Triantos: Yorkville Gallery, The Vanguard
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