Hall of Fame quarterback Brett Favre thinks Colin Kaepernick will reach a hero status similar to that of Pat Tillman. Last month, the football legend made headlines when he compared Kaepernick to Tillman. And we have to agree. Since infamously taking a knee during the national anthem in 2016 pre-season game in protest of racial … Continue Reading
While Black Lives Matters (BLM) protests have slowed throughout North America, the conversation surrounding racial injustice, racism, and inequality continues – louder than ever, in fact. Daily reminders of the ever-important and incredibly overdue BLM movement are found in everything from social media feeds and media headlines, to dinner table conversations. They’re also found in … Continue Reading
At a time when the nostalgia of times past is more comforting than ever, the beloved Jordan Brand’s Fall 2020 collection is full of new spins on old favourites. Sneaker enthusiasts will soon be able to get their hands on new takes on popular Air Jordan Retros. Stars of the show in the anticipated collection … Continue Reading
In a time of change, Nike continues to lead on the progress front. An Alberta woman from the Enoch Cree Nation is now featured in a new Nike ad for the brand’s N7 shoes. Ashley Callingbull is a model, actress, motivational speaker, and former Mrs. Universe. She made headlines with her 2015 Mrs. Universe win, becoming … Continue Reading
After seven years, LEGO has released its latest Mindstorms kit – and it may be all you need to peel your kids away from their screens after months (and counting) of quarantine mode. Essentially, the coveted kit combines the LEGO building system with robotic and coding elements (and it admittedly looks just as fun for … Continue Reading
The days of global exploration may seem a lifetime away… now that we’re months into COVID-19-inspired travel restrictions. But, that doesn’t mean we can’t display our sense of wanderlust loud and proud. Vans has teamed up with National Geographic to release a limited edition 50-piece collection of sustainable footwear, clothing, and accessories. The collection features … Continue Reading
If you have time to scroll through Instagram, spend hours at your weekly virtual party, or fill your shopping bag on an online shopping spree, you have time to watch 13th. Actually, even if you don’t have time to do the above things, you should make time to watch the award-winning, free-to-watch Netflix documentary. It … Continue Reading
At a time when all eyes are on Michael Jordan thanks to the Netflix documentary “The Last Dance,” the former NBA star is using his platform to speak out against racism and racial injustice. And we hear him loud and clear. Yesterday, Jordan acknowledged that we had reached a “tipping point” when it comes to … Continue Reading
Nike’s futuristic new Space Hippie sneakers are made from trash. Each of the four sneakers in the Space Hippie collection (Space Hippie 01, Space Hippie 02, etc.) is created from factory waste – everything from recycled running shoes, and T-shirt yarns, to recycled ZoomX foam, Nike Grind rubber, plastic bottles, and post-industrial waste. The four … Continue Reading
In a matter of months, masks and face coverings have become the norm, as we continue to battle COVID-19 and protect others and ourselves from the potential beast of a virus. By this point, everyone should probably consider owning one – not only is doing so recommended by Chief Health Officer Dr. Theresa Tam, but … Continue Reading
