MSM Connect Spotlight Interviews
Interview Highlights
These short clips offer glimpses into MSM Connect Spotlight Interviews, featuring local professionals and community leaders.
Each conversation explores useful, relevant topics and shares trusted insights and expertise on topics that can have an impact on our lives and community.
Information about accessing the full-length interviews is available at the bottom of the page.
*Special Feature: MSM Connect Municipal Election Candidate Spotlight Interview:
In this MSM Connect Spotlight Interview, Cheryl Patterson speaks with Muskoka Lakes Ward C municipal election candidate Pamela Jeffery about her decision to run for Council and her priorities for the community. The conversation explores development pressures, protecting Muskoka’s natural environment, climate change, the local economy, housing, responsible growth, and what residents can expect from her as a representative if elected.
Understanding Grief and Healing
In this episode of Your Questions Answered, Cheryl Patterson of MSM Connect speaks with Grace Donaldson, of Hospice Muskoka (Andy’s House), exploring common questions about the grieving process, including whether there is a “normal” way to grieve, how to support someone who is grieving, when additional support may be needed, and common misconceptions.
What to Know About Bus Tours and Travel
In this episode of Your Questions Answered, Cheryl Patterson of MSM Connect speaks with Kate Hammond, of Hammond Tours & Travel about what people should know when considering bus tours and group travel. The conversation explores common questions around how this type of travel works, cost compared to driving on your own, comfort, safety, and what people can realistically expect when planning a trip.
Nourishing Ourselves and the Planet
In this episode of Your Questions Answered, Cheryl Patterson from MSM Connect, speaks with Anita Kranjnc from the Plant Based Treaty about how everyday food choices can support both personal health and the environment. Together, they explore how small shifts toward plant-based foods can help protect forests, water, and reduce environmental pressures, and support our health – while still keeping meals practical, affordable, and enjoyable.
Your Cannabis Questions for Older Adults
In this episode of Your Questions Answered, Cheryl Patterson of MSM Connect speaks with Heather Huff-Bogart from The Green Bouquet Cannabis highlighting common questions people have about cannabis, including the differences between recreational and medical use, health considerations, and what people should understand before exploring cannabis products.
Planning With Peace of Mind
In this episode of Your Questions Answered, Cheryl Patterson of MSM Connect speaks with Kelly Raney-Taylor, owner of Muskoka Cremation and Burial, exploring community questions about planning ahead for cremation and burial services, highlighting what people should know about making arrangements, navigating decisions during difficult times.
What Else to Expect?
Watch for new Spotlight Interviews throughout the year as we connect with local professionals and community leaders
to explore more topics that matter in everyday life.
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