At 9 years old I was singing Shania Twain at JB’s in Balfour, BC.

Fast forward to age 15 singing in bars 3-4 times a week, chaperoned of course. I was a true musical self-starter. My story-driven lyrics and carefree stage presence took me all over Canada. It took me to Nashville, for a once-in-a-lifetime performance with Keith Urban. Three albums later, multiple tours across Canada, living from Vancouver to Toronto to Nashville and now, back to my Kootenay roots in Trail, BC.

At the peak of the pandemic was also the peak of my career and my third album release. In the middle of another Canada tour, I had just performed on The CTV Morning show in Vancouver, and as I was heading to Toronto my manager made the call to pack my bags and head home. Covid. For the rest of the year I found myself performing on Global Morning News and more, from my living room. The live performances in my pj’s were great in a way, but the complete halt to touring and being on stage was taken away. I had nothing but time.

At this time, I started studying for real estate. I’ve always had a big interest in homes. Growing up, my Mom and I moved a lot. I loved searching for the next house, packing and unpacking my room. Not to mention, two members of my band in Trail are realtors. Fast forward and I’m a few years into my real estate career and absolutely LOVE it! I love every single part of it and am blessed to feel as passionate about this as I did about music.

In the midst of all that, somehow I found the time to start a new creative venture called Kootenay Canvas. Because I can’t not be creative. This is a retro-style canvas featuring Kootenay Boundary country - inspired by my love for the outdoors, our region and art. You can buy these here on my website, at the local markets or in some select stores!

All in all, I love the moments I still get to grace the stage locally. I love being creative with my Kootenay Canvas, and I love selling real estate. And I love being real, and making real connections.