It started as an innocent crush, and it took ten years until it blossomed into something special. Steph and Matt's journey started years ago as wide eyed pre-teens. And like most young couples, as they tried to find themselves they lost each other. Life has a way of bringing people back together. Faced with health challenges, they found comfort, support and love with each other. "In sickness and in health" is a part of their everyday lives.
Happy Mother's Day! To celebrate all those moms out there, we're pulling those special moments of mom 'reflections' from season 1 and 2. We've learned being a mom isn't always easy but it's certainly worth it!
What started as a friendship involving a very special puppy, led to an exotic and romantic waterfall engagement. Melissa and Dennis soon became compatible partners in romance and in business. This power couple not only owns and operates their own small business together, but they are also the parents of three wonderful children. From engagement, to marriage and parenthood, this super sweet episode has all the right ingredients to melt your heart.
It was a fancy "over the top" coffee order that sparked Keon's interest in Shannon. Still to this day, she keeps him on his toes. The couple has since been on a difficult journey to expand their family, but after a magical trip to Cyprus, they were blessed with triplets. Born into the world just before the pandemic, this couple have their hands full with parenthood. But they have been loving every minute of it. For Shannon and Keon, it all has been worth it, despite the many twists and turns alo...
When the fate of the world is unknown, love can help shed clarity on what matters most. Bill and Doreen were two young lovers kept apart during World War II. Their story seems as unpredictable as the time they were living in. Years later when their grandson was helping to clean out a basement, he stumbled across a little blue suitcase that revealed over 500 personal letters between Bill and Doreen. Ever since that moment of discovery, Jason has been sharing this love story from the past, offerin...
Joy Saunders is 102 years old and has truly lived a life of love. From her marriage to a handsome captain named Jack, to her work with the VON, including a charitable walk that raised over $78,000, Joy's story involves love of all kinds. We could all learn from Joy's persistence, kindness, humour and gusto towards life. She proves that love can pull you through and keep you going, one step at a time. Donate to Joy's VON Fundraiser here: https://www.von.ca/donate-joy...
Kandy and Donnie were a couple enjoying life together, when their world got turned upside down. Kandy was diagnosed with cervical cancer and faced a tough battle. Through it all, she remained hopeful and positive. When Kandy's cancer got worse, the couple decided to embrace a happy ending and get married in their home, surrounded by family and friends. A month later Kandy sadly passed away. But her kind spirit and bright outlook, has changed Donnie's life for the better.
From a young age, Marvin and Therese's marriage inspired their daughter Rebecca. Rebecca stumble upon a rare and profound photo of her father at a Holocaust exhibit. Both her parents individually experienced one of the world's most horrific chapters. As two Holocaust survivors who suffered through their own personal tragedies, they endured a series of miracles, that has inspired Rebecca to share their stories. This week's love story is one of strength, resilience and of course - family....
Their romance started in the 80's in a dance club but ended after life had them going separate directions. Despite being heartbroken, Chantal always felt their story was unfinished. Over 3 decades later and after a lot of life experience, Chantal reached out to Kevin on social media, and the romance started back up again. Turns out Kevin figured out exactly what he was missing and this time, he will not be letting go. Finally Kevin and Chantal were able to get a second chance at love....
Natalie and Donnell are a couple who captured the hearts of Canada with their energetic Celtic music performances. Before they even met, they admired each others music from a far. Donnell eventually found his way to Natalie after hearing her mix tape and making a trip to Cape Breton. The rest is history. The couple are now musical collaborators and are enjoying life with their 7 children - who all happen to be fiddlers and step dancers. This musical family continues to spread the joy of music ac...
Marissa and Anthony were teen sweethearts who had a fairy tale relationship. When Anthony passed away unexpectedly at 36, Marisa was left with intense grief, 3 daughters to raise and a long lost memory of an orange Honda CRX. 20 years after the car had been sold, a nostalgic search began. With the support of friends, family and even strangers - she was reunited with her late husband’s prized possession. The newly found car is now a labour of love, as Marisa is bringing it back to it's old form. ...
At first Olivia was hesitant about Andrew. After some games of cat and mouse and a lot of patience from Andrew, Olivia finally gave him a chance. The harmonious couple is now the perfect example of being "in tune" with each other, both in love and musically. Andrew and Olivia share a passion and talent for music. The lockdown provided them the silver lining opportunity to write some beautiful songs together. Andrew and Olivia are proof that being in love, can certainly help you write a great lov...
Love isn't always easy, but if we surround ourselves with people who spread positivity despite challenges, it can inspire others. Melanie's son Carter was born with down syndrome. Carter is a ray of light in her life, taking on the world just like everyone else. The pandemic has heightened Melanie's understanding of isolation and the importance of connection, helping her further appreciate what Carter goes through every day. This love story is about understanding, connection and compassion....
For most people adventure is rare. For Erica and Adam it's part of their everyday. The couple started out as co-workers. But Erica had other ideas. Knowing that he had the same zest for life, she made her move and now they soar to new heights. Their wedding painted the perfect picture of who they are as a couple, when they tied the knot in sub zero temperatures on top of a mountain at Lake Louise.
Sometimes love at first sight can take awhile. It took 65 years for Fred and Florence. They were teenage sweethearts who dated in the 1950's, and ended up living separate lives for 65 years. After the intervention of their brothers and a Valentines Day phone call from Florence - the couple reunited in 2020. This incredible love story proves that life can sometimes give you multiple soulmates. People enter and leave our lives for a reason. But sometimes, you are lucky enough to be brought back to...
When you experience the thrill of first love, you never expect to have it taken away from you unexpectedly. Casey experienced both first love and love lost with boyfriend Ryan, who passed away recently from leukemia. Through the hard times, it was Casey's resilience and steadfast support that made the couples final moments together all worth it This story is all about staying strong for the ones you love, until the very end. Listen to Season 1of Canadian Love Map Apply to be a guest on the Canad...
David and Irene fell deeply in love after a fateful mosquito bite brought them together. Over a span of 62 years, they embarked on a life of love, kindness and meaningful memories with their family. They both had teaching backgrounds, a calling to help others and a shared passion for music that remained strong even through ill health. This is a love story that lasted a lifetime. The couple passed away within 2 weeks of each other from Covid-19. We hear all about their story from their grandson, ...
It's a wrap on the first season of Canadian Love Map! We have been honoured to share love stories of all kinds from across Canada with you. From romance, to friendship and community, our stories prove that love provides a bright spot even in the darkest of times. Host Nancy Regan and Producer Sarah MacLellan sit down to chat about the first season and let you know all about season two. Do you know of a great love story? We want to hear from you! Fill out the guest guest application form: buff.ly...
This week’s love story belongs to Alicia and Scott McCarvell - highschool sweethearts and best friends who won the hearts of millions by inviting them into their daily lives through their addictive social media presence. With Alicia leading the charge, their content brings joy and laughter to many. Her messages of self-love and body positivity and giving back inspire her fans every day. In this week’s very special episode, Scott & Charm Diamond Centres give Alicia the surprise of a lifetime....
For Tareq, an entrepreneur & chocolate maker, home was in Damascus, Syria, but he has since rebuilt a brand new life with his family in Canada. With him, Tareq brought with him a meaningful family tradition which has created a flourishing chocolate business - Peace By Chocolate. Tareq is now spreading joy not only with his delicious treats - but a steadfast commitment to helping other refugees, spreading a message of peace and to giving back to communities in need.
The saying “the sky’s the limit” takes on a new meaning for Dimitri Neonakis - a pilot with a passion for helping others and making dreams come true. His flight images of support have been a love letter to Canadians from the sky, representing unity in times of tragedy. Dimitri’s kindness poured into his program “Dream Wings”, where he gives children with special needs and disabilities a chance to join him in the sky with their own special flights.
We are often our own worst critics and fail to see ourselves through the eyes of others. What we don't realize is, oftentimes this is the most positive version of ourselves. For Jami, this manifested in the form of a dating website created by her good friend Sam. The website sparked a positive response to her from others, but most importantly a new found confidence - one that she may not have found otherwise.
This week’s love story is about a relationship that started as an onstage friendship that grew into a life of love and laughter. Bette and Maynard, a comedy couple that often played husband and wife to audiences across the globe, talk about turning laughter into love, and how trust is needed both on and off stage.
This week’s love story belongs to Lindsay and Alex, whose wedding made a real splash. After the Pandemic postposed their nuptials, this cross border couple got creative and planned a ceremony that not only solved their problem but also landed them in the international spotlight. Their story is proof positive that we can’t always be in control but sometimes love wins out none the less.
It’s scary to think that if you make a choice to make yourself happy it may make other people unhappy. Love is selfish. And love is selfless. This episode of the Canadian Love Map is about this balance. It’s about turning love inward and outward. You’ll meet Jay and Olivia, who will take you on a journey of discovery. About creating a unique space and helping others find their own way too. Some say you have to learn how to love yourself before you can truly love someone else. But love is a journ...
Love can save your life, and Devin and Laura are living proof. Devin and his twin brother were diagnosed with a degenerative liver disease. As Devin’s conditioned worsened to stage 4 liver failure he was placed on the Canadian Transplant Registry to find a perfect match. Enter Laura. Not only his love, but also a match. Having been together for three years, and watching Devin manage the disease as a warrior and not victim she offered the ultimate gift. Saved by love.
“You can really only show someone how much you love them by how you treat them every day” - Jamie Sometimes our wrong turns can teach you what you want in life. And that was the case for Marie. Her love life was a minefield of mistakes until she met Jamie. After a brief long distance relationship and a whirlwind romance, Marie and Jamie knew they had found something special … in each other.
This is a love story like no other. It challenges your definition of what a family can be. It’s about a group of people that never intended to seek out an extended family, but through international adoption and a desire to keep together, to love, learn and nurture, they built a bond. A sisterhood. An extended family. It was love at first sight.
They work on Parliament Hill, but politics has nothing to do with it. Some stories start with a chase, theirs started with a race. Jess and Jack’s story is about understanding your differences, challenging yourself and finding a connection in an unusual way. Sometimes a ‘good luck in the race’ can start something special.
Ted and Lillians story is one of friendship, perseverance and equality. From a shared childhood in the 1940's to a romantic reconnection in the 1960's. Today, Ted is 79 years old and would have been married to Lilian 54 years this year. Sadly she passed away in 2018, but their daughter Missy joined the conversation with our host Nancy Regan to share their amazing story.
