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Cision Canada
7 days ago
- 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.
Yahoo
27-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shania Twain has used this multipurpose beauty balm since the '90s — and it's on sale for $17 on Amazon
Not to be hyperbolic, but I have been obsessed with Shania Twain since I came out of the womb. I knew the lyrics to "That Don't Impress Me Much" before I learned our national anthem, and to this day, I think "Honey, I'm Home" could awaken me from a medically induced coma. Shania Twain is a Canadian national treasure and someone I trust far too much for having never met. Through Shania, I have learned two important things: head-to-toe leopard print is iconic, and the beauty secret to surviving harsh dry weather is Vermont's Original Bag Balm. The 59-year-old has been a decades-long devotee of the moisturizing balm. In 1999, Shania mentioned Bag Balm in an interview with The London Telegraph, saying, "When I've been flying a lot and my skin is really dry, I'll rub it over my face and on my hair and leave it there all day." Shania Twin has called this 126-year-old jelly the "best of all things." More recently, in an interview with Us Weekly, the Canadian country music star called the balm "the best of all things." "I try to drink as much water as I can. I have always exfoliated. I don't actually buy an exfoliator; I just make it. If I'm somewhere near the beach, I'll use sand," she told the magazine. "I believe in old-fashioned things, like a bit of Vaseline. I always thought Bag Balm was the best of all things. The cosmetic one that's been a staple for me is Crème de la Mer." Originally created in 1899 — yes, 1899 — Bag Balm is a moisturizer that was designed to heal chapped cows' udders. It's formulated with petroleum jelly and lanolin and has been made in a small town in Vermont for the past 120-odd years. Shania, alongside other beauty icons like Raquel Welch, even inspired a new generation of social media "skinfluencers" to try the product. TikTok personality Alix Earle swears by the jelly as a cure for chapped lips and dry skin, and thousands of others have recommended the long-time farmer's secret as an alternative to Vaseline for skin slugging. The healing balm works similarly to a good old tub of petroleum jelly. You can apply it to dry, cracked skin on your hands, feet, elbows and even your lips. Some people swear by it as the miracle cure for diaper rash or irritated skin, and skincare obsessives say it's ideal for slugging. Do you suffer from painful skin chafing? Bag Balm can help with that, too. More than 400 people have purchased the celebrity-approved balm on Amazon Canada in the past month. Reviewers say it not only "works" but "works harder than anything else." "I believe in old-fashioned things, like a bit of Vaseline. I always thought Bag Balm was the best of all things," Shania Twain told Us Weekly. "I love [it] beyond words," writes one shopper. It's "even better than the expensive French hand cream I've been using for years." The salve is "wonderful," echos another. It "heals chapped hands, feet and even diaper rash!" It's "gentle and effective." With a 4.5-star average rating, shoppers say it's beyond "worth it." It's "awesome." If you have dry, cracked skin, "this is what you want." While the vast majority of reviewers call it a moisturizing superstar, some note it's "a bit greasy," something to keep in mind when placing your order.
Scotsman
21-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Scotsman
Prince William: Duke's Aston Villa fan moment and lipreading - the day the Royal came to Leith
The Duke was in Edinburgh to visit Leith Community Centre Sign up to our daily newsletter – Regular news stories and round-ups from around Scotland direct to your inbox Sign up Thank you for signing up! Did you know with a Digital Subscription to The Scotsman, you can get unlimited access to the website including our premium content, as well as benefiting from fewer ads, loyalty rewards and much more. Learn More Sorry, there seem to be some issues. Please try again later. Submitting... It was not a present the Duke of Rothesay may have expected to receive at an event dubbed 'Leith United'. But when ten-year-old Leith schoolgirl Shania Gilgan presented him with a homemade shield with his beloved Aston Villa Football Club's name on it, he hoped he had found a kindred spirit. The Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, plays football during a visit to Leith Community Centre in Edinburgh. Picture: Chris Jackson/PA Wire | PA 'Are you a Villa fan?' he asked hopefully. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'No,' said Shania, who supports Celtic and Hibs. 'It's because you are.' The Duke was at Leith Community Centre in Kirkgate, where he met service users, from Flamenco dancers to football players, as The Royal Foundation of The Prince and Princess of Wales announced a new collaboration with Street Soccer Scotland. The initiative aims to foster health and wellbeing, reduce isolation and strengthen social connections through football, as well as boost funding for the community centre itself. The venue runs a range of activities for the local community from art classes, to dance workshops and a YMCA branch. The project is part of The Royal Foundation's Community Impact Programme, which aims to provide lasting impact and legacy in the communities visited by the royal couple - and provide a blueprint for similar funding models to be used across the UK. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Word had got around as the royal was due to arrive and dozens lined the pedestrianised street outside the centre. Cheers broke out as William walked up the steps, waving to passers by. Shania, who, with friends from YMCA Edinburgh, is working on a campaign to reduce dog fouling in her block of flats, said the Duke had told her her work was 'going really well'. 'He said I should keep on going with it,' she said. 'I told him I'd like to meet him again.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad Prince William, Prince of Wales laughs as he plays football during a visit as The Royal Foundation launches a new community impact partnership with Street Soccer Scotland at Leith Community Centre | Getty Images Gay Ellvers, who attends an art class at the centre, was told by the Duke that her work was 'impressive' and that she should sell it. Ms Ellvers, who is deaf, said she had been happy she was able to have a conversation with the Royal. 'I'm a good lipreader, but I was worried I wouldn't be able to lip read the prince,' she said. 'But he spoke very well.' Davey Martin, who also is part of the art group with his wife Eileen, said he was impressed by the Duke. 'He seems like a very nice guy,' he said. 'I've met the Queen before, but not him. He's wearing trainers and he's a lot more modern, less formal.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad The Prince of Wales, known as the Duke of Rothesay when in Scotland, receives an Aston Villa artwork as he speaks with Shania Gilgan at the Edinburgh YMCA's Youth Forum during a visit to Leith Community Centre, Edinburgh. | PA Street Soccer Scotland origins Originating in Leith in 2009, Street Soccer Scotland has been delivering free football-themed training and personal development programmes for socially disadvantaged adults and young people across Scotland. As part of the new partnership, The Royal Foundation is providing funding for Street Soccer Scotland that will support efforts to revitalise Leith Community Centre. This new coalition between the centre and partners, including YMCA Edinburgh, aims to set a framework for sustainable funding for community spaces and initiatives that other communities can utilise and learn from. John MacMillan, who has been attending the centre to play football for a number of years, said it had helped him move out of homelessness and isolation. Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad 'I think he was quite interested in how I got to where I am,' he said. 'Being here is really good for me, for my mental and physical health.' Mr MacMillan, who is almost 60, now has a home, feels less isolated and is studying a course at Edinburgh Napier University. Gay Ellvers, with a painting of her son, Jamie. | Jane Bradley 'It's good to have a mix of people here of different ages,' he said. 'I hope the funding will help it become even more community based. It's a really good thing for the community.' David Duke, founder and chief executive of Street Soccer Scotland and Homewards Advocate, said: 'Community spaces are needed now more than ever and can be a lifeline for people of all ages. 'Leith United' will offera space where local people can belong, build friendships, access services and feel part of the area where they live.' Advertisement Hide Ad Advertisement Hide Ad
Daily Mail
02-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
Shania Twain, 59, flaunts youthful glow in makeup-free look as she teases next career move
Shania Twain flashed a cheerful smile in makeup free snaps shared to her Instagram page on Thursday as she hinted a new album is on the horizon. The Grammy winner, 59 - who recently revealed how she maintains her youthful appearance - struck a few poses while standing underneath the warm sunshine to celebrate her latest steps towards releasing upcoming music. The beauty flaunted her youthful glow as she donned a short-sleeved, gray shirt with a white maxi skirt that fell down towards her ankles. Twain's locks were pulled up into messy up do while loose wavy strands bordered the sides of her face. The Canadian-born songstress carried a guitar case in her right hand while a large, blue tote bag was placed over her left shoulder. Shania completed her casual look for the day by donning a pair of comfy, slip-on shoes. She held a smile on her face while standing on a gravel driveway near a Spanish-styled building and palm trees. In the caption of the post, Twain excitedly penned to her 2.6 million followers, 'Papped by my own husband on the way to what turned out to be a great writing session!' The star tied the knot with Swiss Nestle executive Frederic Thiebaud in 2011 during a ceremony that was held in Puerto Rico. She was previously married to Robert John Lange from 1993 until their divorce was finalized in 2010. The former couple also share son Eja, 31. 'I've been lucky enough to find a little pocket of time to hide away and spend a little while putting down the ideas that have been spinning around in my head since the last album,' Shania continued. 'Funny to hear your own thoughts, feelings and day dreams being realized into actual songs.' While on the topic of making new music, the songstress also reflected on turning 60 later this year on August 28. 'As I head into my 60th journey around the sun and my 7th studio album I know that this world isn't systemically built to nurture a woman of my age releasing music BUT I feel more in tune with myself than ever – strong, inspired and full of creative energy.' 'I've been lucky enough to find a little pocket of time to hide away and spend a little while putting down the ideas that have been spinning around in my head since the last album,' Shania continued; seen in 2024 in London Twain concluded by sending gratitude to her fans 'who stay with me through the process, you are my inspiration.' Throughout the course of her successful music career thus far, the singer has dropped a total of six studio albums - with her last being Queen Of Me in 2023. The LP landed the number 10 spot on the U.S. Billboard 200 as well as number two on the U.S. Top Country Albums (Billboard) upon its release. Shania has garnered a variety of accolades such as five Grammys, 11 Billboard Awards, six American Music Awards and five Academy of Country Music Awards. She has released hits over her decades-long career including That Don't Impress Me Much, Man! I Feel Like A Woman and You're Still The One. During an interview with People a few months earlier in February, Twain reflected on not letting herself be 'put in a box' when it comes to the music industry. 'If I feel like I'm being put in a box, I start to panic. I run in any direction I can because I don't want to be contained. I have to be able to find my own way,' she expressed. 'Sometimes I'm not even sure where I'm going myself. How can somebody else tell me that, right? So I need the freedom to explore and to land wherever that exploration takes me.' Twain later told the outlet, 'I'm always championing anybody that does things that are unexpected by the industry, or unexpected by the audience. 'They may not have seen it coming, but the artist does have a sense of where they want to go exploring, and I really think it's wonderful that they do, that they explore it, and they take it to whatever limit interests them.' The singer further explained, 'We get bored too, if we're not allowed to stay open and channel things outside of what would be considered our normal or what's expected of us.' And in just four months, Shania will celebrate another milestone as she turns 60 on August 28. While talking to Us Weekly in March, she offered some secrets to keeping her youthful appearance. 'I try to drink as much water as I can,' Twain said, and added, 'I have always exfoliated. I don't actually buy an exfoliator; I just make it. If I'm somewhere near the beach, I'll use sand.' The star then shared, 'I believe in old-fashioned things, like a bit of Vaseline. I always thought Bag Balm was the best of all things.' The singer has been keeping busy and is also preparing for her summer tour which kicks off on July 2 in Minnesota Twain - who looked unrecognizable on a trip to Tulum earlier this year - said, 'The cosmetic one that's been a staple for me is Crème de la Mer.' The singer has been keeping busy and is also preparing for her summer tour which kicks off on July 2 in Minnesota. She announced the dates last month in April - and will make other stops in cities throughout the U.S. and Canada. The tour will conclude in Davie, Florida on August 2 and Shania will be joined by special guests such as Andy Grammer and Alli Walker on select dates.
Yahoo
17-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
Shania Twain has used this $18 beauty balm since the '90s — it's the 'best' for dry skin and chapped lips
Not to be hyperbolic, but I have been obsessed with Shania Twain since I came out of the womb. I knew the lyrics to "That Don't Impress Me Much" before I learned our national anthem, and to this day, I think "Honey, I'm Home" could awaken me from a medically induced coma. Shania Twain is a Canadian national treasure and someone I trust far too much for having never met. Through Shania, I have learned two important things: head-to-toe leopard print is iconic, and the beauty secret to surviving harsh dry weather is Vermont's Original Bag Balm. The 59-year-old has been a decades-long devotee of the moisturizing balm. In 1999, Shania mentioned Bag Balm in an interview with The London Telegraph, saying, "When I've been flying a lot and my skin is really dry, I'll rub it over my face and on my hair and leave it there all day." Shania Twin has called this 126-year-old jelly the "best of all things." More recently, in an interview with Us Weekly, the Canadian country music star called the balm "the best of all things." "I try to drink as much water as I can. I have always exfoliated. I don't actually buy an exfoliator; I just make it. If I'm somewhere near the beach, I'll use sand," she told the magazine. "I believe in old-fashioned things, like a bit of Vaseline. I always thought Bag Balm was the best of all things. The cosmetic one that's been a staple for me is Crème de la Mer." Originally created in 1899 — yes, 1899 — Bag Balm is a moisturizer that was designed to heal chapped cows' udders. It's formulated with petroleum jelly and lanolin and has been made in a small town in Vermont for the past 120-odd years. Shania, alongside other beauty icons like Raquel Welch, even inspired a new generation of social media "skinfluencers" to try the product. TikTok personality Alix Earle swears by the jelly as a cure for chapped lips and dry skin, and thousands of others have recommended the long-time farmer's secret as an alternative to Vaseline for skin slugging. The healing balm works similarly to a good old tub of petroleum jelly. You can apply it to dry, cracked skin on your hands, feet, elbows and even your lips. Some people swear by it as the miracle cure for diaper rash or irritated skin, and skincare obsessives say it's ideal for slugging. Do you suffer from painful skin chafing? Bag Balm can help with that, too. More than 700 people have purchased the celebrity-approved balm on Amazon Canada in the past month. Reviewers say it not only "works" but "works harder than anything else." "I believe in old-fashioned things, like a bit of Vaseline. I always thought Bag Balm was the best of all things," Shania Twain told Us Weekly. "I love [it] beyond words," writes one shopper. It's "even better than the expensive French hand cream I've been using for years." The salve is "wonderful," echos another. It "heals chapped hands, feet and even diaper rash!" It's "gentle and effective." With a 4.5-star average rating, shoppers say it's beyond "worth it." It's "awesome." If you have dry, cracked skin, "this is what you want." While the vast majority of reviewers call it a moisturizing superstar, some note it's "a bit greasy," something to keep in mind when placing your order.
