Wave 116 – Read on this Spring issue

June 8, 2025

Interview with Malvino Salvador – From the spotlight to business, the actor shines as an entrepreneur
Portuguese Restaurants in Toronto – With bold and diverse flavours, Portuguese cuisine pleases all nationalities
Know to Respect – An easy way to understand LGBTQIA2S+ identities through characters from TV and film
Brazilian Entrepreneurs – The story of Michel and Alice, from Mountain Woodwork
A Home for Bryan’s Place – A New Hub for Neurodiverse Families in Toronto
Luso-Can Tuna – A musical group bringing young Portuguese-Canadians closer to their cultural roots
Portuguese Lessons – The Portuguese Cultural Centre teaches the language to children and teens
Dulce de Leche Pavê – With walnuts and Champagne biscuits

Message from the Editor

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June marks Portuguese Heritage Month in Canada — a meaningful celebration for the Luso-Brazilian communities across the country.

Our featured interview is with Malvino Salvador, a celebrated actor in Brazil and beyond. At 49, Malvino continues to captivate audiences with his talent and charisma. Today, he also shines as a savvy entrepreneur, blending strategic vision with business acumen.

June also brings Father’s Day, and to mark the occasion, we’ve curated a list of 10 Portuguese restaurants offering truly authentic cuisine — perfect for a family outing.

While Canada is recognized as a global leader in LGBTQIA+ rights, challenges persist in areas like mental health, economic inequality, and inclusive policy-making. Embracing diversity and fostering respect are essential steps toward a more just and welcoming society. Empathy begins with understanding, and learning about one another strengthens community and mutual respect.

In our entrepreneurship section, meet Michel and Alice, founders of Mountain Woodwork. Originally from São Paulo, the couple came to Canada to study and turned their passion for woodworking into a thriving business.

We’re also pleased to highlight the opening of Bryan’s Place headquarters on March 1st — a proud milestone for the community and a group of devoted mothers who turned their dream into reality.

Luso-Can Tuna continues to keep Portuguese culture alive in Canada, connecting generations through music. In an interview with Wave, Chiara Picão shares the story of the Tuna group — read the full piece at WaveMagazine.ca.

We also spotlight the First Canadian Cultural Centre of Toronto (FCCCT), which teaches Portuguese to children and youth aged 3 to 15, helping preserve language and heritage for future generations.

And what’s cooking this issue? A mouth-watering dessert: Dulce de Leche Pavê.

Enjoy the read!

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