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Florence Khoriaty

Known as Florence K, is a celebrated singer-songwriter, pianist, and author with more than 20 years in music, earning multiple awards, including Félix Awards and Juno nominations. Her bestselling books, Buena Vida and Nueva Vida, tackle mental health issues, showcasing her dedication to destigmatization. Currently a doctoral candidate in clinical and research psychology at the Université du Québec à Montréal, she studies creativity and well-being among artists. Florence also hosts C’est Formidable! showcasing francophone music on CBC Radio, while recently touring her latest album, Brésil mon amour.

Florence Khoriaty
Lived Experience

My Story

Florence K – musician, mother, CBC host, and doctoral candidate – takes the theme of this year’s Mental Health Week and shares her personal story of mental health challenges, wellness, and discovery.

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Stromae

Stigma-Busting in Song

Belgian singer Stromae — whose hits meld weighty themes with clubby beats — touches on the complexities of mental health on his recent album, Multitude. Ahead of his North American tour, CBC Music host Florence K looks at its lyrics and layers.

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