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Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region.Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members.Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Ben SargentContent Specialist: Dave DaleProduced by Story Studio Ne
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In this episode of To North Bay With Love, Amanda Cooley shares the story behind the Northern Skies Wellness Festival and how a simple idea grew into a community celebration of wellness, connection, and self-care.We talk about what to expect at the festival, Amanda's journey through yoga and travel, and what brought her back home to North Bay after living and studying around the world.Along the way, she reflects on the importance of slowing down, building community, and creating space to reconnect with ourselves and each other.0:00 – Intro5:34 – More Than Yoga: A Full Wellness Experience15:48 – Amanda's Journey Into Yoga & Wellness18:24 – How Yoga Helped Through Depression37:50 – The Vision for a Multi-Day Wellness Festival
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we sit down with Katina Connolly and Dan Misturada from the Capitol Centre to talk about the launch of the highly anticipated 2026–27 season. From major touring acts and sold-out performances to community theatre, visual arts, and the return of Bay Block Party, this conversation highlights just how important the Capitol Centre is to Northern Ontario’s arts and culture scene.We also take a behind-the-scenes look at what goes into planning an entire season of programming, how the Capitol Centre balances concerts, local productions, gallery exhibitions, and community partnerships, and why the organization continues to thrive as a nonprofit cultural hub.Along the way, we explore the history of the nearly 100-year-old building, the evolution of the WKP Kennedy Gallery, the growing volunteer program, and exciting summer events like the Cruise Series and Bay Block Party weekend.0:00 – Intro3:38 – Inside the Huge 2026–27 Season 8:19 – First Impressions of the Capitol Centre 16:29 – The 2026 Season Launch31:15 – Bay Block Party
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we celebrate new beginnings, old friendships, and the stories that connect this community together.Lisa takes a look back at the journey of the podcast over the past three years, reflecting on the conversations, memorable guests, and the incredible people who make North Bay such a unique place to call home. From stories about the Capitol Centre and local arts scene to life in real estate, flooding in the city, potholes, movie nostalgia, and community memories.The biggest news of all is the official introduction of Kate Ricci as the new host joining the next chapter of To North Bay With Love. Kate shares her excitement about stepping into the role, her passion for community, and why storytelling and connection matter so much in North Bay.0:00 – Intro4:18 – Memories from the Capitol Centre12:52 – Spring Real Estate & North Bay Flooding21:09 – Why “To North Bay With Love” Started28:43 – Passing the Torch to Kate Hand37:21 – The Future of To North Bay With Love
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we step into a wedding like no other.We’re joined by Kayla Valender of the Gateway Theatre Guild and the mother of the bride Josephine to talk about their upcoming production of Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding, an immersive, interactive experience where the audience is not just watching the show, they are part of it.Set in the 1980s, this lively performance invites guests to attend the ceremony, join the reception, and experience all the laughter, drama, and unexpected moments that come with a big Italian wedding.Get your tickets for May 9th here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/tony-and-tinas-wedding0:00 Meet Josephine & The Wedding Setup 3:26 Inside Tony n’ Tina’s Wedding8:44 An Immersive Theatre Experience13:14 75 Years of Gateway Theatre Guild20:35 Improv, Cast & What to Expect
In this episode of To North Bay With Love, we sit down with Brigitte Lebel for a thoughtful conversation about grief, care, and the importance of community.Brigitte’s work focuses on supporting people through some of the most difficult moments in their lives. Whether someone is navigating loss, emotional hardship, or major life transitions, her approach is rooted in compassion, listening, and meeting people exactly where they are.We talk about how grief shows up in many different forms, why having safe spaces to talk matters, and how communities like North Bay can play an important role in helping people feel less alone during hard times. Brigette also shares her plans for creating a grief retreat for those in the community.0:00 – Intro 8:12 – Understanding Grief16:22 – Supporting People Through Loss27:05 – The Power of Listening39:41 – Community & Healing
In this episode, we sit down with Kathryn Wood and Amanda Horn from the North Bay Choral Society to talk about music, community, and the power of singing together.The choir has grown from 25 members to nearly 75 voices strong since covid, and their upcoming spring concert is an all-Canadian celebration featuring beloved classics, Indigenous pieces, local talent, and a few surprises along the way.Find out more of their upcoming performance in April here: https://www.northbaychoral.com/upcoming-performances0:00 Intro6:28 – From 25 to 75 Voices 11:00 – Taking the Concert on Tour 18:19 – Concert Dates & How to Join
At just 22 years old, Destiny Martin is learning what it really means to build a life on her own terms.In this episode, she talks about how her future in social work and why it's important for her, how she started her own business on the side and her love of horses.We chat about what it’s like to start a business from scratch, the challenges of being young and ambitious, and how growing up around entrepreneurs shaped the way she thinks about work and life.0:00 Intro5:00 Why She Chose Social Work12:00 Her Love for Horses17:00 Building a Business from Scratch26:00 Growing Up with Entrepreneurs
Building a business from the ground up takes passion, long hours, and a deep connection to the people it serves. Knowing when it’s time to step away can be just as challenging.In this episode we sit down with Dale Luckey the founder of Blendz. She reflects on how the store came to life, what it meant to her and the community, and how she reached the decision to let go.She also shares the next chapter in her life, including exploring new creative paths, embracing change, and opening herself up to new adventures and opportunities.0:00 Intro5:31 How Blendz started and grew from a yoga studio back room 12:08 Building the Blendz brand and standing out as dairy free19:22 Selling Blendz and knowing it was time to move on39:02 New adventures ahead
Welcome to North Bay, Ontario’s favorite podcast - To North Bay With Love! Your local source for community and culture in North Bay and the surrounding region.Tune in every Tuesday and Thursday to explore engaging conversations with our host Lisa Boivin as she welcomes a diverse range of local guests, including actors, politicians, athletes, and community members.Explore more North Bay podcasts and stay updated on local events and news at NorthBayEcho.ca.For exclusive North Bay updates and insights, subscribe to our newsletter Echo Essentials.Stay connected with Echo on social media: @NorthBayEchoProduction Credits:Host: Lisa BoivinProducer: Ben SargentContent Specialist: Dave DaleProduced by Story Studio Ne
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