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Cision Canada
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- Cision Canada
Shania Twain Foundation Funds 375,000 Meals to Fight Hunger Nationwide
TORONTO, June 24, 2025 /CNW/ - Shania Twain is bringing more than music to Canada this summer. As her long-awaited tour sweeps across the country, the iconic singer-songwriter is making a powerful statement offstage by funding 375,000 meals for people facing food insecurity through a major donation from the Shania Twain Foundation. "Giving back to the places that shaped me has always been part of who I am," said Shania Twain, founder of the Shania Twain Foundation."This tour is not just about performing. It is about making sure communities have what they need and showing up with heart. At the Shania Twain Foundation, we believe everyone deserves access to nutritious food." The foundation has committed $125,000 through its national partnership with Second Harvest, Canada's largest food rescue organization, supporting local food programs in five tour cities: Calgary, Moose Jaw, Quebec City, Ottawa, and Toronto. Each region will receive $25,000 to address immediate food security needs in their communities. Additionally, the foundation is donating $25,000 directly to the West Prince Caring Cupboard in Prince Edward Island, expanding the initiative's reach to support food insecurity across multiple communities in the province. Beyond these planned initiatives, in response to Manitoba's wildfire crisis, an additional $15,000 will be donated to Make Way Charitable Society - Climate Change Connection, to support the urgent cold storage needs for emergency food rescue in Winnipeg. These funds will support cold storage infrastructure to increase emergency food hub capacity and reduce spoilage. The latest findings from Statistics Canada show that food insecurity affects 10 million Canadians, including 2.5 million children. The need for immediate relief is greater than ever. "This incredible contribution from the Shania Twain Foundation will have an immediate impact in addressing food insecurity in communities across the country," Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest said. "It's a powerful testament to Shania's deep passion for food access and her commitment to meaningful action. Thanks to the Foundation, many thousands of people will receive the nourishment they need at a time when it's needed most. We are profoundly grateful to be working together to create real, lasting change." The foundation's commitment to fighting hunger extends beyond Canadian borders. As part of Shania's North American tour, the Shania Twain Foundation is also providing direct support to food banks across the United States, including organizations in Montana, New York, Maine, New Hampshire, Pennsylvania, and Florida. Founded by the award-winning singer and humanitarian, the Shania Twain Foundation focuses on supporting children and families affected by poverty. Its programs emphasize food access, mental health support, and educational opportunities in underserved communities throughout North America.
New York Post
19-06-2025
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Pop star baby names from this decade are making a comeback
The '90s babies are having babies — and it shows. BabyCenter's new data revealed baby name trends for 2025 so far, and parents are looking to the 1990s for baby name inspiration, tapping into the nostalgia factor of their favorite pop stars and even their childhood peers. Britney and Shania are topping charts again — the baby name charts. Britney is up more than 1,200 spots, coming in at No. 3,958, and Shania rose more than 800 spots, now at No. 1,915. Sabrina, as in the teenage witch, rose 19 spots to No. 323, while names that were running around the playground with you, like Kelsey and Briana, are making a comeback, at No. 804 and No. 1,122, respectively. The people's princess can't be forgotten either: Diana has risen 39 spots to No. 293. 4 Parents are looking to the 1990s for baby name inspiration. nataliaderiabina – The '90s aren't the only trend parents are looking to for baby name inspiration. Loud luxury is in, and with shows like 'White Lotus' on-air, parents are inspired to name their kids something luxurious. For girls, Tiffany and Bentley have risen to No. 822 and No. 2,035, respectively, and Emerald has risen 86 spots to No. 544. For boys, Manolo, like Blanik, and Laurent, like Yves Saint Laurent, are up to No. 1,903 and No. 6,518. Cash is also up 11 spots to No. 314. Lux — literally like luxury — is up for both boys and girls, up 110 spots to No. 1,202 for boys and 401 spots No. 2,370 for girls. Celebrities are looking to golden names, too, literally. Patrick and Brittany Mahomes named their daughter Golden earlier this year, and people took notice. The name is up 647 spots for boys to No. 1,876, and it's up 65 spots for girls to No. 2,330. 4 BabyCenter's new data revealed baby name trends for 2025 so far. – And new parents would like to thank the Academy, with Oscar-winning names rising in 2025. Anora didn't just sweep the Oscars this year, the name has jumped up 1,105 spots for girls so far, ranking at No. 2,291. After Adrien Brody won best actor for his role in 'The Brutalist' and Kieran Culkin won best supporting actor for his role in 'A Real Pain,' their names also started rising. Adrien is up 206 spots to No. 1,132, and Kieran has risen 48 spots to No. 488. And the success of 'Wicked' didn't go unnoticed by parents. Cynthia, like Erivo, got its chance to fly, rising 204 spots to No. 1,089. 4 New parents would like to thank the Academy, with Oscar-winning names rising in 2025. Prostock-studio – Bird names are flying, too, which perhaps is due to Cameron Diaz naming her baby Cardinal last year. Robin is soaring as a gender-neutral name, moving up 274 spots to No. 987 for girls and 97 spots to No. 960 for boys. Meanwhile, Raven has risen 39 spots to No. 241, and Mavis is up 17 spots to No. 496. Dove is having a moment as well, with former Disney Channel star Dove Cameron releasing an album this year. Her name has risen 717 spots to No. 1,678. Callum, which comes from the Latin word for dove, has risen 21 spots to No. 186. 4 The top girl and boy names for 2025 so far. BabyCenter Top 10 boy names of 2025 so far: Noah Liam Oliver Elijah Mateo Lucas Levi Ezra Asher James Top 10 girl names of 2025 so far: Olivia Amelia Sophia Emma Charlotte Isabella Ellie Ava Mia Aurora
Yahoo
17-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Biggest baby name trends of 2025 revealed
The Brief Names like Sabrina, Britney, and Shania are climbing the charts, reflecting a wave of nostalgia among today's parents. Names tied to brands and wealth, like Tiffany, Bentley, Lux, and Cash, are also trending up for boys and girls. Bird names like Raven and Dove are rising, along with film-inspired names like Anora and Cynthia following the 2025 Oscars. From birds to movies to the '90s generation, a lot of things are influencing 2025 baby names. BabyCenter gathered baby names from hundreds of thousands of parents who register their babies' names on the BabyCenter app. The parenting company found that '90s girls' names are back in style. By the numbers BabyCenter revealed that Sabrina is having a moment, rising 19 spots to No. 323. Nineties chart-toppers Britney and Shania are also on the rise again at No. 3,958 (up more than 1,200 spots) and No. 1,915 (up more than 800 spots), respectively. Kelsey, Briana and Diana are making their way back up the ranks, too. The data found that parents are also looking to luxury brands for baby name inspiration. By the numbers Tiffany and Bentley have risen for girls to No. 822 and No. 2,035, and Manolo (Blanik) and Laurent (like Yves Saint Laurent) are up for boys, to No. 1,903 and No. 6,518. Word names that exude wealth and luxury are on the rise, too. Lux and Treasure are rising for both boys and girls. In addition, Cash is up 11 spots for boys to No. 314, and Emerald has risen 86 spots for girls to No. 544. Dig deeper NFL star Patrick Mahomes and his wife Brittany named their daughter Golden earlier this year, and actor Rupert Grint – best known as Ron Weasley in the "Harry Potter" movies – named his daughter Goldie. Names inspired by birds are also taking flight among BabyCenter parents. By the numbers Robin is gaining popularity as a gender-neutral name, and for girls, Raven has risen 39 spots. For boys, Callum – which comes from the Latin word for dove – has risen 21 spots and Jay is up 41 spots. Dig deeper Dove gets a special mention, too: It's been on an upward trajectory ever since Disney Channel star Dove Cameron had her breakout roles in the show Liv and Maddie in 2013. This year, she's releasing a new album – and her name has risen 717 spots. Actress Cameron Diaz also named her daughter Cardinal last year. By the numbers Anora didn't just rake in the Academy Awards at the Oscars this year: It's also a rising star in baby names. The name Anora has jumped up 1,105 spots for girls so far this year, ranking No. 2,291. At the Oscars, Adrien Brody won best actor for his role in "The Brutalist," and Kieran Culkin won best supporting actor for his role in "A Real Pain," Both naumes are up this year. And there's more: "Wicked" star Cynthia Erivo's name is defying gravity, rising 204 spots to No. 1,089. Big picture view Last month, the U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA) released its annual lists of the most popular baby names for boys and girls, and the top looked a lot like last year's lists. RELATED: Top baby names of 2024: Official list from Social Security Administration By the numbers The boys' top 10 names were all the same, just in a slightly different order. Meanwhile, the only new name on the girls' top name list was "Sofia," which knocked "Luna" out of the ranking. "Luna" dropped to the No. 13 spot. The Source BabyCenter's baby name data is volunteered by parents who enter their babies' names in real time, revealing a live look at which names are the most popular. Rankings for this article are current as of June 2, 2025.
Yahoo
04-06-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Reformation's dresses are beloved by celebrities like Taylor Swift, J.Lo & more. We styled 3 of our favourites for summer
Three Yahoo Canada expert shopping editors put to the test. Click here to be taken right to their review. Is it just us, or did winter drag on forever? Us Canadians have dealt with unseasonably cold temperatures, tons of rain and even late-season snow over the past few weeks, meaning we've been living in hoodies, leggings and jackets. But with a significant warm up, we're finally shifting our attention to summer dresses. If you haven't noticed, we're a bit dress obsessed over here at Yahoo Canada: Mother of the bride (or groom) dresses, dresses from Canadian brands, dresses that are flattering at every age — we've got you covered. One of our go-to retailers for dresses is Reformation — and we're not alone. The Cool Girl-approved brand counts Jennifer Lopez, Sarah Jessica Parker and Taylor Swift as fans, and their dresses are perfect for keeping you looking effortlessly cute during a heat wave. Ahead, we put three summer dresses from Reformation to the test. Read on to see how we styled them, as well as to read our honest reviews. $318 at Reformation What I like about it: Picture this. It's summer 1997. I am doing a rousing performance of "Whose Bed Have Your Boots Been Under?" by Shania Twain on my parents' back deck. I'm wearing my "Shania outfit" — a denim shift dress combined with cowboy boots and a hat from the thrift store. Life is good. This simple dress delivers far more than nostalgia. It's surprisingly lightweight and airy, which is always a chief concern in summer (especially when it comes to denim). While the A-line mini shape is simple, the square neckline and plunging back add some extra drama. How I'll style it: I know I'll be pairing this with sneakers and a cute backpack for summer weekends, but I can also see it dressed up for cocktails with a belt and sandals. Room for improvement: The fit of this isn't for everyone — I'd suggest bigger-chested gals steer clear of this one and go for something like the Balia Denim Midi Dress. I would also love if it had pockets! Overall rating: 4.5/5 — Hilary Hagerman, Lifestyle & Shopping Managing Editor $428 at Reformation What I like about it: I'm all for a chic silhouette, and it's safe to say this maxi dress nails it. It's fitted in all the right places without feeling overly tight or restrictive on my body, and the A-line skirt adds the right amount of movement and shape to make it both flattering and breezy. It's simple enough to be a staple, and the subtle eyelet detail at the bottom hem adds just enough interest without doing too much. And with removable straps, it doubles as a strapless number — versatile, right? It's like a 2-for-1, and I'm so here for it. How I'll style it: I'm a huge fan of frocks that can be dressed up or down, and this one does both effortlessly. I imagine slipping it on with a sleek clutch and delicate kitten heels for a more polished look. On the other hand, it would be cute paired with some Mary Jane flats and a small shoulder bag when I'm in the mood for a relaxed-yet-stylish vibe. Room for improvement: I love that this dress gives the option to go strapless, but personally, I'd prefer thicker straps over the removable ones. Also, if you're on the shorter side, I'd make sure the length works for you, as it might be a little long. Overall rating: 4/5 — Melina Brum, Shopping Editor $398 at Reformation What I like about it: If you're in the market for a va-va-voom dress, Reformation's Balia Linen Dress is it. On a recent night out, I shared the above photo in a group chat, and the girls couldn't get enough of the linen midi dress. The comments (from some very supportive friends) included: "Omg. That is stunning," "This dress is insane on you," and "Please, can I borrow it?" Reformation's Balia Linen Dress gives waist. It gives bust. It snatches and it conceals. I've already worn it on cheeky nights out and now that the weather has warmed up, my colleagues are sure to see me wear it to the office. I'm obsessed and would get it in every colour if I could. How I'll style it: I am a ballet flat girl more often than not (catch me walking everywhere), so realistically, that's what I will be styling the Balia Linen Dress with (the heels you see above came off about two seconds after this photo was taken). If you are stronger than I am, the linen midi would look so chic with a pair of strappy-heeled sandals, but I think a shoe like these Suzanne Ballet Flats fit the bill nicely. Room for improvement: My only gripe with Reformation dresses, the Balia Linen Dress included, is that so few of them have adjustable straps. This one works for me when I wear a push-up bra, but when I want to tame down the girls, adjustable straps would have been appreciated. Overall rating: 5/5 — Kayla Kuefler, Senior Shopping Editor
Cision Canada
28-05-2025
- Business
- Cision Canada
Shania Twain Takes a Stand Against Food Insecurity in New Partnership with Second Harvest Français
TORONTO, May 28, 2025 /CNW/ - The Shania Twain Foundation and Second Harvest, Canada's largest food rescue organization, are proud to announce a national partnership aimed at tackling two critical and interconnected challenges: food waste and food insecurity. With a shared commitment to ensuring no one in Canada goes hungry, the partnership will harness the Shania Twain Foundation's dedication to supporting underserved communities and Second Harvest's expertise in rescuing surplus food and redirecting it to those who need it most. "At the Shania Twain Foundation, we believe everyone deserves access to nutritious food," said Shania Twain, founder of the Shania Twain Foundation. "Second Harvest shares that belief and, together, we can make a meaningful impact across the country by ensuring that good surplus food feeds people — not landfills — and helps uplift communities across Canada." Through this partnership, the two organizations will work together to expand awareness campaigns, support food rescue efforts and engage with various stakeholders around the issue of food waste in Canada. "Shania's deep passion for food access and her influential platform will bring an exciting new energy to our mission. Her powerful voice will shine a bright light on the urgent need to address both food waste and hunger in this country," said Lori Nikkel, CEO of Second Harvest. "Together, we can create real change — from raising awareness to driving action in communities across Canada." By combining storytelling, community outreach and national advocacy initiatives, the Shania Twain Foundation and Second Harvest are set to work together to keep food where it belongs: on plates and out of landfills. About Second Harvest Second Harvest is Canada's largest food rescue organization and a global thought leader on food waste and perishable food redistribution. It rescues unsold surplus food from thousands of food businesses from across the supply chain to redistribute it to non-profits in every province and territory. This prevents harmful greenhouse gases from entering the atmosphere while improving access to nutrition for millions of Canadians experiencing food insecurity. Beyond food rescue and redistribution, Second Harvest is deeply involved in advocacy, research, training and education. Its groundbreaking reports, such as "The Avoidable Crisis of Food Waste," provide critical data and insights to inform public policy and educate the public on sustainable food systems. Second Harvest is committed to driving systemic change, helping to shape policies and practices that reduce food waste and address its role in climate change, while also supporting communities by providing them with the food they need. About The Shania Twain Foundation Since 2010, Shania Kids Can has provided localized programming within schools to help alleviate the negative effects of poverty and hunger that children face daily. Now as the Shania Twain Foundation, our goal is to reach more children and their families and to expand our work by partnering with other charitable organizations who are delivering similar programs and services. Our funding will continue to support food insecurity, youth empowerment and mental well-being.
