
Voices in the City
a City in Focus Podcast
Episode 7 - Jamie Braund - A Life Of Service For Those In Need
Jamie Braund was born in Peterborough Ontario and has served the the Salvation Army for 37 years. Moving back and forth between Ontario and British Columbia, Jamie has worked in various leadership positions in the hierarchy of the 150-year-old Salvation Army.
A thoughtful and multi-talented leader, Jamie brings compassion and forward thinking to his role as the Divisional Commander of the Salvation Army in BC since 2018.
Episode 6 - Casandra Diamond - Saved From The ‘Life’ (Sex Trafficking In Canada).
As a survivor of sex trafficking in Canada, Casandra Diamond is a provincially and nationally recognized anti-trafficking leader in Canada, serving as a trusted advisor to all levels of government.
In 2014, Casandra founded BridgeNorth Women’s Mentorship & Advocacy Services, a registered charitable organization based in York Region, Ontario, dedicated to ending sex trafficking in Canada through direct service, public education, and advocacy.
Episode 5 - Sam Sullivan - Making A Difference Through Disability
Long-time Vancouver politician Sam Sullivan shares his inspiring story of his tragic accident that left him paralyzed at 19, and by recognizing his assets, he set about making a life by making a difference for the benefit of others.
Episode 4 - Dr. Will Johnston - The Sanctity Of Life
Dr. Will Johnston speaks with Tom Cooper of his work and convictions on the front lines of the Pro-Life movement and the campaign against MAID.
Episode 3 - Jimmy Crescenzo - Making A Difference: The East End Boys Club
In our 3rd episode of Voices in The City, Jimmy Crescenzo is interviewed by CIF founder Tom Cooper, on the work he does in the East End Boys Club.
Episode 2: Tom Cooper - People, Places, And Purpose.
In our 2nd episode of Voices in The City, CIF president Tom Cooper is interviewed by friend and colleague Roy Salmond on the people and places that benefit from the work of City In Focus.
Episode 1: Tom Cooper - City In Focus Begins
In this inaugural episode, CIF president Tom Cooper is interviewed by friend and colleague Roy Salmond on how City In Focus came to be.