What started with a single phone call in Sweden became a lifelong friendship filled with shared meals, music, and moments of connection. Nearly 28 years later, that bond led to the release of Saskatchewan Moon, a song co-written across continents. This is the story of how friendship and creativity can transcend distance and time.

This article reflects on Saskatchewan’s provincial motto: “From many peoples, strength.“ The global instinct to rally in support of Ukraine is reminiscent of the shows of communal and global solidarity we experienced in the early days of the Covid-19 pandemic. This article explores the importance of remembering our interdependence (both local and global) and how hope and positive action spring from collective efforts.

powerful, living expression of the motto ‘From many peoples, strength’.