Leadership + Community Involvement
Through leadership and community involvement, I strive to create meaningful impact and bring people together to drive positive change.
Initiatives:
Ran a Shoe Drive
July - December 2025
From July to December 2025, I led a community-wide shoe drive in Cold Lake through Soles4Souls. Soles4Souls is an international organization that collects gently used shoes and sends them to people in developing countries, where they are resold to help individuals earn a steady income. I planned and ran the drive from start to finish by creating posters, spreading awareness in my community, and communicating with both the organization and local partners. I also set up donation boxes at accessible locations in Cold Lake, including the recreation centre and a community church. Through consistent outreach and community involvement, I collected over 200 pairs of shoes. The initiative was even recognized on the official Soles4Souls Canada Instagram page! This experience showed me how a simple idea, when organized well, can create real impact beyond my own community.​
Led Food Bank Fundraiser
September 2025
In September 2025, I led my school’s leadership team in organizing a fundraiser for the Cold Lake Food Bank. At a local grocery store, we collected cash and non-perishable donations from shoppers. I took initiative in motivating my team, creating an energetic and welcoming environment that encouraged both volunteers and community members to get involved. By engaging directly with shoppers and guiding my peers, I helped drive participation and make the experience impactful. Through these efforts, we raised over $600 along with a significant amount of food donations. This experience strengthened my leadership, communication, and ability to bring people together for a meaningful cause.
Selected for Leadership Retreats
September 2025
I was selected as one of the top students in my school to attend leadership retreats that brought together students from across our Catholic school division based on leadership and academic strengths. At one retreat, I collaborated with students from different schools to discuss ways to strengthen school communities through positivity, faith-based values, and student engagement. At another, I represented my school in discussions focused on improving school spirit and planning meaningful events. These experiences strengthened my ability to collaborate, share ideas, and contribute to initiatives that enhance school culture.
Selected for Student Advisory Council
March 2023 - June 2024
In March 2023 and June 2024, I was selected as a student representative for the Northern Lights School Division Student Advisory Council, recognized as a top student to contribute to division-wide improvement. In this role, I collaborated with other student leaders to share perspectives on student experiences, participate in team-building initiatives, and contribute ideas to strengthen school communities. This experience strengthened my leadership, collaboration, and communication skills, while allowing me to actively represent student voice in meaningful discussions.
Volunteering
Military Family Resource Centre
December 2025
In December 2025, I volunteered at the Military Family Resource Centre during a “Storytime with Santa” event, where I was in charge of greeting families, explaining activities, and helping create a warm and organized experience during the festive season. I engaged with guests enthusiastically, ensuring they felt comfortable and included throughout the event. This role allowed me to meet new people while strengthening my confidence, communication skills, and ability to create a friendly and welcoming environment.
Performed at Hockey Game
January 2026
In January 2026, I was volunteered alongside members of my Assumption Senior Band to perform the national anthem at a Junior B ice hockey game in front of a large audience in Cold Lake. This experience allowed me to represent my school in a community setting while performing with confidence under pressure. It strengthened my ability to stay composed, work as part of an ensemble, and contribute to a meaningful community event.
Alberta Winter Games
February 2026
In February 2025, I volunteered at the Alberta Winter Games for badminton, serving as the Tournament Director’s assistant. In this role, I managed score sheets, completed administrative tasks, and line judged for matches. This experience strengthened my attention to detail, organization, and ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced competitive environment.
