I’m a lifelong resident of High River, a disabled woman, a former small business owner, and someone who deeply believes in showing up—especially when it’s hard.

I live with Spinal Muscular Atrophy (SMA), a rare neuromuscular disorder that affects my strength and mobility. I use a power wheelchair and rely on caregivers to support my independence. But what SMA hasn’t stopped me from doing is advocating, creating, and leading.

For over 10 years, I owned and operated a successful event planning company right here in town—organizing everything from weddings and fundraisers to corporate events and community celebrations. I’ve also worked in the nonprofit world, supporting families living with disabilities, planning conferences across Western Canada, and helping raise tens of thousands of dollars for causes close to my heart.

In recent years, I’ve stepped more fully into advocacy and accessibility consulting. I speak to organizations and communities about what real inclusion looks like—because creating accessible spaces doesn’t just benefit people like me. It benefits seniors, parents with strollers, anyone who’s ever needed a little extra support to feel like they belong.