I enjoyed an unlikely but special kind of vacation to experience culture, community, and rediscover what makes Rwanda feel so inviting.

I came both to help run the third annual boot camp and to reconnect with friends and colleagues who have helped make Rwanda a home away from home. Each day carried reminders of community, resilience, and generosity – all of which make Rwanda so special to me.

In the middle of all the busyness, a few moments stayed with me. Some came through interruptions I didn’t expect; others through the steady presence of people who help carry the work forward. Sharing these stories brought a quiet sense of purpose—and reminded me why the work matters.

Meet Karyn Murray, the founder of Gardens of Hope, a community-driven initiative dedicated to food security, healing, and reconciliation.

This week began with me discovering a new Arctic community on my own. Alyse had departed the day before and Dr. Johanne was waiting to...

The excitement is palpable as I gear up for another expedition to Nunavik, this time venturing into four communities along the Ungava...