“I’m thrilled to be part of the Showrunner Catalyst Program put on by BIPOC TV & Film. There’s no better feeling than knowing that my community supports me in pursuing my highest artistic endeavours, as I seek to create and lead content in the Canadian screen landscape.“

“I’ve always been inspired by Toni Morrison’s call to write the stories we want to read. Growing up, I loved Canadian television, but I often felt the absence of stories that truly reflected me. Now, having the opportunity to bring BIPOC and queer perspectives into Canadian writers’ rooms feels like a dream realized. As I work toward becoming a showrunner, I’m driven to help others do the same by creating spaces where the rich, untold mosaic of their experiences can finally be reflected on Canadian TV.”

“I’m honoured to participate in the Showrunner Catalyst Program as I sharpen my skills in creative leadership and television production. This opportunity will support my journey toward becoming a Showrunner and delivering stories that entertain, connect, and leave a mark on Canadian television.”

“My ultimate goal is to create an environment for Indigenous people to learn and mentor while ensuring they have the tools and skills to succeed professionally in this industry.”

“I love being a writer - breaking a season of stories, writing scripts, punching up, and contributing my point of view into the DNA of a show. I thrive on bringing my full self to the table, and having the chance to voice my opinion on matters of representation and advocacy.”

“I want to create spaces where people from all walks of life can have their voices heard, and their stories told.”

“I’m at a point in my career where understanding every aspect of showrunning and obtaining more meaningful on-set production experience is vital to my future success. Gaining both skills can make the difference between me remaining a support player on other people’s projects versus me having the opportunity to lead my own shows. And I want to have the freedom to do both — a freedom enjoyed by generations of writers before me.”

“I’m passionate about writing characters that I want to see, racialized people who’ve either been relegated to the margins, haven’t made it onto the page, or have been the standard stereotyped tropes. Daily, I’ll work diligently to achieve my writing and career goals, and once established in the industry, I’ll hold that still-elusive door wide open so my BIPOC sisters and brothers can also enter.”

“I believe showrunning requires patience and the ability to stick-handle a million different personalities and get them to work together harmoniously. It’s managing the doubts of others. More than simply having a creative vision, you’ve also got to be diplomatic while still having the ability to be the boss when you have to be, because, let’s face it, if the show fails, that’s on you.”

“Television production is more than a profession, it is how I share my soul with the world and let them know I was here. No matter how the rest of my career pans out, I have already lived the dream. Every day I wake up brimming with gratitude that I get to tell stories for a living. I am dedicated to a life of service and mentorship, dutifully holding whatever doors are opened for me so others can enter.”

“I am passionate about the creative process of developing unique, often unseen and impactful stories, opening a stage for diverse talents in front of and behind the camera, to reach both new and diverse audiences nationally and worldwide. I also am passionate about initiating opportunities for BIPOC and new generations of writers, as well as other creatives and crew. By bringing new voices to the writers rooms, spearheading creative projects and creating series that resonate and reflect those that still need to be heard, I’m excited by the chance to work with others to amplify, collaborate, create, and change.”

"In recent years I have led development rooms and created series for Sienna, CBC, Lionsgate, Showtime, and Mark Gordon Productions. And while I have yet to run a produced show, I think my experience and expertise reveal that I have exactly the right skill set and sensibility for that role."