Sara King-Abadi freelance journalist
The intersection of humans and the environment, social impact and a strong human experience are my favourite stories to tell, but I can tackle anything from politics to commodities to soapbox derbies.
Here’s a selection of some of my favourites, you can also find a more comprehensive list of stories on Muckrack.
The Montreal Gazette
Syrian family gets new start in St-Polycarpe
The Mofti family finds peace in a small Quebec town after fleeing Syria.
Expos spirit remains alive for devoted baseball fans
A city looks back on a team they loved and lost.
Dollard woman has boundless energy to promote others
A profile of Gemma Raeburn-Baynes, who loves to see the community rise.
SELF Magazine
What I Wish I Knew About Skincare Before Moving to the Mountains
On dry mountain climates leading to dry skin and skin cancer risk.
Maisonneuve Magazine
A Recipe for Being Me
A personal essay on cultural identity and what happened the first time I ate pork
Journal Metro
Conservationists backed by lawyers to halt Technoparc development
A battle to protect wetlands in Saint-Laurent from development.
History in the making: Lakeside Academy will remain open
A happy ending when the only English-language high school in Lachine is saved from closure.
The Globe and Mail
The small mountain town of Canmore is booming. But can large numbers of humans and wildlife coexist?
For the Globe and Mail, I investigate what’s at stake when more people want to be in and around the town of Canmore.
CBC News
New First Nations courses at Lakeside Academy
Lakeside Academy integrates Indigenous culture courses into their curriculum.
Royal West student relieved after gender designation change
Bill 103 gives teens the right to change their name and choose their designated sex in Quebec.
CIM Magazine
Mining companies adopt flexible work policies to accommodate new mothers
Getting back to work after having a child can be tough, but your employer can help
Metals hit hard by trade disputes
Trade tensions lead to a drop in metal prices, while electric car interest impacts nickel and cobalt