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Content includes notable pieces published for It Gets Better Canada (May-Aug 2022), and work from the following courses

as part of the Professional Writing and Communications graduate program (Humber College, 2021-2022):

Writing Principles, Storytelling & Narrative, Writers as Researchers, The Writer's Identity, Professionalism,

Communicating Through Digital & Social Media, Editing for Writers, Strategic Writing, Campaigns,

Project Management & Collaboration, and Multimedia Storytelling.

Primary Source Assignment:
October 22, 1977: Montreal Police Raids of Truxx Bar and Le Mystique

September, 2021

This often-overlooked event occurred in Montreal four years prior to the Toronto bathhouse raids of 1981 and succeeded in igniting an immediate call to action.

Mock Digital &
Social Media Posts: Twitter

September, 2021

Featuring Essie, a major American nail polish brand.

How-To Blog:
5 Ways to Raise a Feminist Son

October, 2021

How my partner and I are breaking the generational cycle of toxic masculinity at home – and beyond.

Mock Interview Questions:
Demi Lovato

October, 2021

If I had an opportunity to interview recording artist, songwriter, and actor Demi Lovato, I would ask them these questions (TW).

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Mock Digital &
Social Media Posts:
Facebook and Instagram

October, 2021

Featuring the brand Knotty Knickers, a Canadian-based online women's underwear subscription box.

Industry Interview Infographic:
Laura Gagnon

October, 2021

My interview with Laura Gagnon, an Anishinaabe woman (Ojibwe) and Communications professional. With her support, I share with you some of her invaluable career and personal insights (TW).

Profile Article:
In A Post-Pandemic World, Jessie Reyez is the Voice We All Need

December, 2021

Featuring Toronto-born Colombian-Canadian recording artist, songwriter, and social activist, Jessie Reyez (TW).

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement

December, 2021

Based on a scenario where public servants are addressed at a government employee townhall during Treaties Recognition Week
(first week of November).

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Editorial Layout Infographic:
A Look At
Gender Diversity Through History

February, 2022

Many traditionalists argue that
transgender, non-binary and
gender non-conforming folks
are phenomena of our
generation. But science and history prove otherwise.

Creative Brief:
"We Say Gay" Campaign by Together Rising
Group Project

March, 2022

Mock scenario based on the real-life "We Say Gay"

campaign created and

launched by Together Rising, aimed at countering the devastating effects of the

"Don't Say Gay" bill in Florida.

Writing for the Web:
Is it Imposter Syndrome or an Inferiority Complex?
4 Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt As You Begin Your Career

April, 2022

A self-help listicle that helps readers identify and curb obstacles that stand in their way to a peaceful and successful worklife.

6 Ways to Support It Gets Better Canada When You Can't Donate
for It Gets Better Canada

May, 2022

A listicle featuring six ways to support It Gets Better Canada and make a real difference for 2SLGBTQ+ youth today.

May 17:
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and
Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)
for It Gets Better Canada

May, 2022

Awareness piece that connects queer communities and allies across Canada for the International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT), celebrated worldwide annually on May 17.

Pride 101:
The First-Timer's Self-Care Guide to Pride 2022
for It Gets Better Canada

June, 2022

In the aftermath of the Covid-19 pandemic, an educational and empathic piece that guides queer and questioning youth and their allies out of isolation—and through their very first Pride.

Summer Reads 2022: Our Top 12
Gender-Inclusive Books for Queer Youth & Allies That Take Us Beyond the Binary
for It Gets Better Canada

July, 2022

Well-researched and crafted to support you in your understanding of gender or in your own self-exploration, this top 12 list celebrates books by various genderqueer and allied authors from Canada and around the world.

Our Back-to-School Self-Care Guide for Queer & Questioning Students and Their Allies
for It Gets Better Canada

August, 2022

An article featuring a host of experts and community collaborators, joined in a mission to help queer and questioning youth and their allies prepare for a new academic year—by prioritizing self-care.

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Primary Source Assignment: October 22, 1977: Montreal Police Raids of Truxx Bar and Le Mystique

Mock Digital & Social Media Posts: Twitter

How-To Blog: 5 Ways to Raise a Feminist Son

Mock Interview Questions: Demi Lovato

Mock Digital & Social Media Posts: Facebook and Instagram

Industry Interview Infographic: Laura Gagnon

Profile Article: In A Post-Pandemic World, Jessie Reyez is the Voice We All Need

Indigenous Land Acknowledgement

Editorial Layout Infographic: A Look At Gender Diversity Through History

Creative Brief: "We Say Gay" Campaign by Together Rising Group Project

Writing for the Web: Is it Imposter Syndrome or an Inferiority Complex? 4 Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt As You Begin Your Career

6 Ways to Support It Gets Better Canada When You Can't Donate for It Gets Better Canada

May 17: International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and Transphobia (IDAHOBIT) for It Gets Better Canada

Pride 101: The First-Timer's Self-Care Guide to Pride 2022 for It Gets Better Canada

Summer Reads 2022: Our Top 12 Gender-Inclusive Books for Queer Youth & Allies That Take Us Beyond the Binary for It Gets Better Canada

Our Back-to-School Self-Care Guide for Queer & Questioning Students and Their Allies for It Gets Better Canada

Primary Source Assignment:
October 22, 1977: Montreal Police Raids of Truxx Bar and Le Mystique

Mock Digital &
Social Media Posts: Twitter

How-To Blog:
5 Ways to Raise a Feminist Son

Mock Interview Questions:
Demi Lovato

Mock Digital &
Social Media Posts:
Facebook and Instagram

Industry Interview Infographic:
Laura Gagnon

Profile Article:
In A Post-Pandemic World, Jessie Reyez is the Voice We All Need

Editorial Layout Infographic:
A Look At
Gender Diversity Through History

Creative Brief:
"We Say Gay" Campaign by Together Rising
Group Project

Writing for the Web:
Is it Imposter Syndrome or an Inferiority Complex?
4 Ways to Overcome Self-Doubt As You Begin Your Career

6 Ways to Support It Gets Better Canada When You Can't Donate
for It Gets Better Canada

May 17:
International Day Against Homophobia, Biphobia, and
Transphobia (IDAHOBIT)
for It Gets Better Canada

Pride 101:
The First-Timer's Self-Care Guide to Pride 2022
for It Gets Better Canada

Summer Reads 2022: Our Top 12
Gender-Inclusive Books for Queer Youth & Allies That Take Us Beyond the Binary
for It Gets Better Canada

Our Back-to-School Self-Care Guide for Queer & Questioning Students and Their Allies
for It Gets Better Canada