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Cision Canada
7 days ago
- General
- Cision Canada
Keziah's Secret Armour: A New Children's E-Book Spotlights the Strength of Young People in Care
A youth-led collaboration with Children's Aid Foundation of Canada TORONTO, Aug. 12, 2025 /CNW/ - In honour of International Youth Day, Children's Aid Foundation of Canada (CAFC) is proud to announce the release of Keziah's Secret Armour. This free, beautifully illustrated children's e-book shines a light on the courage, resilience, and strength of young people involved in the child welfare system. This is Keziah's story, a young woman with lived experience of foster care and a member of CAFC's Young People's Advisory Council, this heartfelt story follows a young girl whose world is turned upside down when she enters care. Each new foster home brings uncertainty, but also strength, hope, and a growing sense of identity. Keziah's Secret Armour reminds us that we all carry the strength to survive and thrive, especially when a caring community supports us. Produced for the Children's Aid Foundation of Canada Gala - Teddy Bear Affair, Keziah's Secret Armour received such an overwhelming response that Keziah and the Foundation knew it needed to reach a broader audience. "There are an estimated 61,000 young people in care in Canada today, and another 300,000 at risk of entering the system. Too many face ongoing challenges like poverty, homelessness, and mental health struggles. Keziah's is just one story. We want this story to raise awareness and inspire support for youth across the country —young people who are courageously navigating systems and challenges that many Canadians never see and who deserve every opportunity to thrive," said Valerie McMurtry, President & CEO, Children's Aid Foundation of Canada. Written by and illustrated by acclaimed artist Tim Shinn, the book is both emotionally moving and visually compelling. It's a story for children, families, educators, and community members, especially in the Black community, where systemic inequities continue to see Black youth overrepresented in the child welfare system. As Canada's leading charity dedicated to supporting children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system, Children's Aid Foundation of Canada works to remove barriers and unlock opportunities, offering the kinds of support and encouragement reflected in Keziah's story. "This book is for every young person who's ever felt alone, and every adult who wants to understand and uplift them," says Keziah. "It's my way of showing that healing is possible, and that support can make all the difference." Download Keziah's Secret Armour free today by visiting: to get your free digital copy. Enter your name and email address to receive the book directly in your inbox. About Keziah Keziah lives in Ottawa, Ontario, where she's pursuing a degree in Political Science with a minor in Social Impact. She is passionate about her work in the nonprofit sector, where she focuses on creating financial access for the communities closest to her heart. In her free time, she enjoys volunteering, exploring music and the arts, spending time with her cat, and cooking for friends and family. Looking ahead, Keziah is committed to advocating for systems change within the child welfare sector. Children's Aid Foundation of Canada is our country's leading charity dedicated to improving the lives of children, youth, and families involved in the child welfare system. Through a national network of agency partners and a strong community of donors and advocates, we help young people build resilience, access education, improve their well-being, and reach their full potential.
Bangkok Post
01-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Bangkok Post
Festival set to bring Southern charm and spice to Bangkok
The "Fly 2 South Now Festival" will be back to serve ultimate fun in southern style for three days, at ChangChui Creative Park, Sirindhorn Road, daily from 4pm to 10pm, starting Friday to Sunday. After scoring a big hit last year, the second edition promises to excite revellers with a stunning outdoor fashion show featuring six designer brands from the South -- Clothear Vestiare, D'Arcy the Designs, Keziah, Spybrand, Yabulan and Yayee. Inspired by "Colors, Patterns and Lines" of typical southern fabrics, their collections will grace the unique runway on Friday at 7.30pm. The fashion show will feature more than 40 models including Psi Scott, Lukkade and Skye Kingpayome, Dael Naruemol, Praewwanich Ruangthong and Tia Taveepanichpan. The festival will bring the very best of the South, from must-have items and deliciously spicy flavours to appealing art and culture. Top-rated Southern restaurants will be there to serve up all the bold, unforgettable dishes including rich and tangy kaeng lueng, khao yum (rice salad) and rare traditional sweets. Prepare to shop for chic apparel, eye-catching crafts and artisanal goods and enjoy fascinating folk shows and live music performances by indie southern artists. Also, have fun with workshops on southern crafts and discover best deals on trips to southern destinations. Many programmes are created exclusively for the festival, making the event even merrier and more memorable.
Times
27-06-2025
- General
- Times
How to fit a water butt to save water this summer
Q. With the potential for water restrictions this summer, I would love to install a butt to collect rainwater for my plants. Are there any considerations I should be aware of before attempting to fit one? Keziah, Camberley A. There are many designer and wall-mounted space-saving options available, so take advantage of all your gutter downpipes — and don't hide your water butt out of sight. Whichever style you opt for, ensure you can fit a watering can under the tap; if necessary, buy a stand to raise it. If you have room for more than one butt, I recommend linking two or three side by side to collect even more water. To harvest water from the downpipe, you'll need to buy a rainwater diverter kit that's suitable for either your square or round downpipe, ideally in a matching colour. With your water butt positioned on a stable base next to your downpipe, you can determine the correct height to attach the diverter kit. This measurement is crucial as it must be fitted at a height just above the inlet pipe of the water butt, allowing the diverted water to flow freely into it. However, it should not be higher than the lid of the butt itself, as we want excess water to flow back into the drains when the butt is full. • How to create a Chelsea-inspired water feature The diverter works by intercepting the water in its trough as it runs down the inside edge of the drainpipe, diverting it into the butt. Once full, excess water will flow back into the drainpipe, preventing it from overfilling. To fit the diverter, you first need to cut your plastic downpipe horizontally across using a universal handsaw. It may feel tricky to cut alongside the wall, but it's not impossible. It helps if you can turn the pipe away from the wall as you cut. You may need to loosen the lower fixing wall brackets to facilitate this. With the pipe cut in two and the lower half dropped slightly, you should be able to manipulate the diverter into position. Then, raise the lower pipe to create a snug fit and tighten the wall bracket to secure it. Using the flexi pipes supplied with your diverter kit, link everything together. Fitting a water butt is not only a DIY win for you but an environmental win for us all. Follow Wayne Perrey at
