Episodes

  • Reflections: A look back at the Amplify Canada journey
    Aug 17 2023

    On the final chapter of Amplify Canada, we reflect on the small businesses that make Canada great and the resiliency they showed through the pandemic and beyond. We will explore the importance of small businesses and how they shape, support, and make communities strong. We head to St. George British Columbia to The Pepper Tree, for the past fourteen years, the Pepper Tree has been First Nations owned and operated by a mother-daughter duo. We fly into Lethbridge in the southeast corner of Alberta, home to a non-profit organization called Streets Alive Mission which is changing people’s lives in their community. And we will hear from a majority female-owned business, Universal Geomatic Solutions Corp. who are committed to finding solutions to help maximize sustainability. These are just a few of the stories that we reflect on as we close the book and celebrate the incredible stories that gave us Amplify Canada.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories

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    47 mins
  • Preview: Reflections, a look back at the Amplify Canada journey
    Aug 15 2023

    On the final chapter of Amplify Canada, we reflect on the small businesses that make Canada great and the resiliency they showed through the pandemic and beyond. We will explore the importance of small businesses and how they shape, support, and make communities strong. We head to St. George British Columbia to The Pepper Tree, for the past fourteen years, the Pepper Tree has been First Nations owned and operated by a mother-daughter duo. We fly into Lethbridge in the southeast corner of Alberta, home to a non-profit organization called Streets Alive Mission which is changing people’s lives in their community. And we will hear from a majority female-owned business, Universal Geomatic Solutions Corp. who are committed to finding solutions to help maximize sustainability. These are just a few of the stories that we reflect on as we close the book and celebrate the incredible stories that gave us Amplify Canada.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories

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    3 mins
  • The Sweat Chronicles: Exploring the Canadian Fitness Industry
    Jul 20 2023

    In 2019, just before the pandemic, the Fitness industry hit an estimated $96.7 billion dollars. The industry is slowly recovering and is expected to hit those numbers again. But it hasn’t been easy. We’ll chat with Sam Dalupeng, owner of 9 Round Kickboxing in Leduc, Alberta, he tells the story of how he worked to keep his community going and how they are still recovering from the pandemic. And for almost 20 years Jonathan Hamilton from Romper Room Indoor Rock Climbing Center, in Nanaimo, British Columbia has been making exercise fun, he and his wife Brianna open their doors to everyone. Personal trainer and boxing expert Andy Dumas will show us the ropes and talk about fitness changes and making a comeback.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations, and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    46 mins
  • Preview: The Sweat Chronicles: Exploring the Canadian Fitness Industry
    Jul 18 2023

    In 2019, just before the pandemic, the Fitness industry hit an estimated $96.7 billion dollars. The industry is slowly recovering and is expected to hit those numbers again. But it hasn’t been easy. We’ll chat with Sam Dalupeng, owner of 9 Round Kickboxing in Leduc, Alberta, he tells the story of how he worked to keep his community going and how they are still recovering from the pandemic. And for almost 20 years Jonathan Hamilton from Romper Room Indoor Rock Climbing Center, in Nanaimo, British Columbia has been making exercise fun, he and his wife Brianna open their doors to everyone. Personal trainer and boxing expert Andy Dumas will show us the ropes and talk about fitness changes and making a comeback.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations, and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    2 mins
  • The Pawfect Podcast: Celebrating the businesses caring for our pets
    Jun 15 2023

    More than half of Canadian households (60%) own at least one dog or cat. They are part of our family. In this episode, we explore the true extended family - our pets. We'll meet Melanie Glen, owner of A Better Chance Animal Rescue in Pincher Creek, Alberta, her motto is rescuing one animal at a time, for 30 years she has been making a difference. We'll explore a one-of-a-kind cat café on Vancouver Island and we'll introduce you to the Langley Animal Protection Society (LAPS) their staff and volunteers use a progressive and humane approach to care for more than 1400 dogs, cats and large animals each year.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    53 mins
  • Preview of: The Pawfect Podcast: Celebrating the businesses caring for our pets
    Jun 13 2023

    On the next episode of Amplfy Canada; More than half of Canadian households (60%) own at least one dog or cat. They are part of our family. In this episode, we explore the true extended family - our pets. We'll meet Melanie Glen, owner of A Better Chance Animal Rescue in Pincher Creek, Alberta, her motto is rescuing one animal at a time, for 30 years she has been making a difference. We'll explore a one-of-a-kind cat café on Vancouver Island and we'll introduce you to the Langley Animal Protection Society (LAPS) their staff and volunteers use a progressive and humane approach to care for more than 1400 dogs, cats and large animals each year.

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    3 mins
  • Companies that turned their mission into a movement
    Feb 16 2023

    Companies that turned their mission into a movement. Do you ever wonder what your purpose is, do you think – am I doing enough? What really matters to me? Now think for a moment about the businesses you shop at or the brands you support. A ground-breaking global study has found consumers are four to six times more likely to support businesses with a strong purpose.


    One key way for companies to show they have a purpose is by giving back. This country is built on small businesses. Let’s listen to the stories of the incredible Canadian small businesses that give back and create purpose.


    Nominees:

    • Blissful Bubbles Bathcreations: Corry Scott and Kim
    • Streets alive mission: Jennifer Lepko
    • The Modern family boutique: Jenn Marple

    Guest:

    Mary Barroll from CEO of Charity village

    Artist:

    Marshall Potts

    Song:

    The change

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    47 mins
  • Preview: Companies that turned their mission into a movement
    Feb 14 2023

    Join us on our next episode of Amplify Canada: Companies that turned their mission into a movement. Do you ever wonder what your purpose is, do you think – am I doing enough? What really matters to me? Now think for a moment about the businesses you shop at or the brands you support. A ground-breaking global study has found consumers are four to six times more likely to support businesses with a strong purpose.


    One key way for companies to show they have a purpose is by giving back. This country is built on small businesses. Let’s listen to the stories of the incredible Canadian small businesses that give back and create purpose.


    Nominees:

    • Blissful Bubbles Bathcreations: Corry Scott and Kim
    • Streets alive mission: Jennifer Lepko
    • The Modern family boutique: Jenn Marple

    Guest:

    Mary Barroll from CEO of Charity village

    Artist:

    Marshall Potts

    Song:

    The change

    About Amplify
    Amplify Canada is an initiative created by Pattison Media designed to celebrate and elevate small businesses, the backbone of our economy. Thousands of small businesses, groups, family organizations and individuals are showcased on Pattison Media radio stations from Winnipeg to Vancouver throughout the year. Every month we go deeper and share the incredible journey of a few that have made an impact on their community. Some have flourished, others may need a little extra love and support. We also feature an emerging local Canadian Artist we think you'll enjoy. These are their stories.

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    3 mins