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Our President’s Report at the 2026 Annual General Meeting
interVivos held our Annual General Meeting (AGM) on March 25, 2026. Here is the report given by our President, Zohreh Saher. Questions? Email connect@intervivos.ca. It has been a meaningful year for interVivos, and I am proud of what we have accomplished together. As President, I am deeply grateful to the board members, volunteers, supporters, and community members who continue to give their time, energy, and care to this organization. Over the past year, interVivos has cont
Aug 183 min read
Why the Right Mentor Match Matters
What makes a mentorship successful? Is it shared interests? Similar career paths? Common life experiences? Or simply finding someone who believes in you? A recent blog post by leading mentoring researcher Jean Rhodes explores an important question: does matching mentors and protégés based on shared identity make a difference? Drawing on new research involving more than 2,000 university students, the findings suggest that, in some situations, it absolutely can. Students who sh
Aug 162 min read
Why Diverse Boards Build Stronger Communities
When people hear the phrase "board diversity," it's easy to think about numbers or quotas. In reality, diversity has never been about checking a box. It's about bringing together people with different perspectives so better decisions can be made. At interVivos, diversity is one of the many things that strengthens our Board of Directors. Different lived experiences, professional backgrounds, cultures, and viewpoints lead to richer conversations, more thoughtful decisions, and
Aug 112 min read
Creating Space for Civic Dialogue: A Municipal Affair
How interVivos’ mission came alive through civic conversation and community Fu's Repair Shop in downtown Edmonton is a bustling place filled with great food and lively music. On this chilly evening in early October 2025, however, its tastefully lit interior is buzzing with a different kind of excitement. interVivos, the Edmonton-based nonprofit, is hosting its non-partisan event, A Municipal Affair. Volunteers move quickly between tables, arranging an unusual combination of c
Aug 113 min read
Summer 2026 Mentors Share the Career Advice That Guides Them
interVivos is excited to spotlight an incredible group of volunteer mentors taking part in the Summer 2026 Mentorship Program. This season’s program celebrates the experiences, insights, and leadership of Asian professionals, giving protégés the opportunity to connect with mentors whose voices and perspectives are not always equally represented. At interVivos, we remain committed to building meaningful relationships, amplifying diverse leadership, and creating opportunities f
May 232 min read
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