Lisa Thibodeau

As a Black woman leader, I've come to intimately understand the double-edged sword of the “glass cliff.” It's a familiar scenario that I've experienced first-hand: I'm ca…

We know that gender-based violence is a problem, and we want to support survivors in our lives, but it's an issue shrouded in stigma and silence. Too many people who expe…

Zandra consulting at the UOHI’s Women’s Heart Health Clinic I am frustrated with how familiar this patient story has become: It took four emergency room visits for a…

Growing up, I was keenly aware of the silence that surrounded certain topics — periods being one of them. As a young brown girl navigating through life, I constantly grap…

In 2000, I became what amounted to a fully clothed version of a Sunshine Girl.  For those who don’t know what a Sunshine Girl is, here’s a brief overview: it’s a fea…

My dad and I on my 18th birthday June 6, 2002, started with so much promise. There was brilliant sunshine and not a cloud in the sky. Tony, my fiancé, was playing go…

As we navigate the political landscape of 2024, you could definitely argue this summer belongs to Kamala Harris.  That’s why I was so interested when an invitation t…

For Claudette McGowan, the mission behind Protexxa is deeply personal. Her career trajectory — spanning roles from help desk manager to executive positions at major banks…