Laila Zarrabi Yan | Enrich Magazine Online

Becoming the Darwinian city

Brampton, in its current state, isn’t attracting the growth it needs to be a vibrant, long-lasting city. So, if we are to evolve as a city, we must follow the Darwinian model. Continue reading →

RO’s ‘sorcerer’s apprentice’ plays Disney

Be Our Guest! Whether you are a grandparent reminiscing about Mickey Mouse and Oswald the Lucky Rabbit, or a toddler...

Getting involved makes a better Brampton

If you are tired of sitting on the sidelines and want to make a difference in the happenings of our city, here is a perfect opportunity for you to get involved! This month City Hall is opening its doors to any Bramptonians interested in joining a citizen advisory committee. Continue reading →

Make the cut. Budget 2015

Brampton’s City Hall is undergoing budget talks for the new fiscal year and, in the spirit of public engagement, they have started a campaign called “Let’s Connect” with the goal of getting feedback from Bramptonians on how they would like the budget to be laid out. Continue reading →

Through a child’s eyes

Music truly has a way of awakening the soul. For the Brampton Concert Band, they wanted to use the gift of music to release our souls’ inner child. It was a goal that they achieved fantastically. Continue reading →

Celebrate music spirit

Sleigh bells rang through the Rose Theatre on Saturday December 6th as Brampton’s Rose Orchestra held their December show. Entitled...

New mayor in Brampton

On the eve of her inauguration as mayor, Linda Jeffrey gave her first formal speech on November 27th. She highlighted her vision and goals for the city of Brampton. “Let’s make a commitment to each other to put the past behind us and move forward together..." Continue reading →

A heart full of love for Les Mis

Now for the all-important, albeit cliché, question: do you hear the people sing? Yes, and they are marvelous! Come out and see Brampton Music Theatre's presentation of Les Miserables at Rose Theatre. Continue reading →

Fun element strong in music

You read that right! The house erupted in laughter on hearing the antic. Only it wasn’t an antic. It was a wonderful night, full of music and a true showcase of talent and passion. I only hope that more of Brampton will come to future performances of Brampton Rose Orchestra and The Rosebuds, as I’m sure they will be excellent events for music lovers. Continue reading →

Flight or fight – young voter’s thoughts

I once read a poster which stated, “As long as we have unsatisfied needs, there’s work to be done” and I can’t help but feel the truth in that. If we have needs that aren’t being met, then we have to fight until they’re achieved. If that means changing city planning, so be it. Continue reading →

Author Laila Zarrabi Yan