“I have been self employed the majority of my life. Because of this, I never completed high school. I always wanted to complete it, but life just got in the way. After a break-up of a long-term relationship and the loss of my business, I decided it was time. I have issues with anxiety, and no longer being 20, going back to a college or university was just not an option. I was introduced to Contact North | Contact Nord. I was in a place where I could learn at my own pace and in an environment where I was comfortable and there was no pressure. Staff was understanding and accommodating. I finally completed my grade 12 through ILC and St. Alberts and managed to complete some courses through GLA and Lambton.

I am working on getting my business going again and taking business courses helps. Everything I know thus far is from learning firsthand and not through formal education. I look forward to continuing my education through Contact North even after my business is running.”