Real Community Talks

Happy Valentines Day RCT Family! On today's episode our host sits down with his valentine to talk Self Love, Relationships and Dating. We talk everything from the hook up culture, relationships in a social media generation, breakups, singleness, setting standards, waiting and settling, learning to be the right one, fighting right and having relationship mentors. Tune in to also hear our hosts talk a bit about how they got together and how they do relationship. Shannon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shannonhyatali17/ Work of Art (Business): https://www.instagram.com/workofartsdh/ SDH Thoughts: https://www.instagram.com/sdhthoughts/ Shannon's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCes40-GnYzGIStFFJ_29M8Q Watch both of Shannons Youtube videos on Relationships and Heartbreak below: How to Deal With and Heal From Heartbreak: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QtaUJQSn1_U&t=378s Ten Telltale Signs of a Toxic Relationship: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HbX6IWSuCxg&t=63s Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

Our host had the awesome opportunity to return to his old stomping grounds and deliver a talk on Identity and purpose to the boys and girls clubs of Lincoln M. Alexander Secondary School! A part of RCT is not just having conversations within the same four walls but going out to share knowledge and give back to the same communities which helped foster who we are today. If you enjoyed todays video and want to see more content beyond guest interviews, drop a comment below and show some love. Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdasilva42/ Matt's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthew.r.dasilva.7 Matt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-da-silva-03a715109/ Matt's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE6CVOTjhbmldPH5kQYEusw Matt's Website: https://linktr.ee/mattdasilva42 Mdasilva Photography: https://www.instagram.com/mdasilvaphotography/ Faith Through It All: https://www.instagram.com/faithroughitall/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

This week, our host, Matt Da Silva sits down with us and shares some strategies on how he tackles crippling fear and anxiety in his life. Closing Instrumental: "West Coast" Prod. By Homage Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdasilva42/ Matt's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthew.r.dasilva.7 Matt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-da-silva-03a715109/ Matt's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE6CVOTjhbmldPH5kQYEusw Matt's Website: https://linktr.ee/mattdasilva42 Mdasilva Photography: https://www.instagram.com/mdasilvaphotography/ Faith Through It All: https://www.instagram.com/faithroughitall/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

Oshane Howards is a professional Free Lancer and a commercial, fashion Photographer, videographer and creative Director. On this episode we talk about creating timeless vs. disposable art, adding value and professionalism to your work, how it's ok to be lazy sometimes, and his biggest motto "don't tell me show me", in relation to your visions and dreams. Oshane's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oshane.howard/ Oshane's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/oshane.howard Oshane's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oshanehoward/ Oshane's Twitter: https://twitter.com/oshanehoward Oshane's Website: https://www.oshanehoward.com Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Oshane Howard.

Sam Demma is a Youth Speaker who travels the country speaking to multiple students about the power of Small Consistent Actions. On this episode we talk about how Sam's identity in soccer was crushed when he was injured three times, the power teachers have to change a student's life, his recent TEDx talk, and how big change can result from small consistent actions. Sam's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sam_demma/ Sam's TEDx Talk: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=19sydkboOyU&t=601s Sam's Podcast: https://www.instagram.com/smallconsistentactions/ Follow Pickwaste: https://www.instagram.com/pickwaste/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Sam Demma.

Khaled Iwamura is the founder of QuickBite News, a media company comprised of insauga.com, inbrampton.com and inhalton.com which is now one of the largest digital only media companies in Canada. insauga.com, inbrampton.com and inhalton.com combined have 1,300,000 unique visitors per month, 3.5 million page views per month, 2.2 million video views per year (2018) and has the biggest social media following in the western GTA with well over 175,000 followers. Khaled Iwamura is half Japanese, half Egyptian, born in Montreal and has been a proud resident of Mississauga for 30 years. Khaled is also a TEDx Speaker, Tokyo Tourism Spokesperson, TV host/producer, MC and part-time pro wrestler. Khaled also hosts a self produced TV show–which airs on Facebook Live–at Celebration Square every Thursday night over the summer. Over the last two seasons it has garnered 250,000 live views! Not only that, but Khaled was also was the moderator of the first Live Mayoral Debate at the Living Arts Centre in 2014. You have likely see him around Sauga as he has emceed major city events at Celebration Square including New Years Eve (50,000 people), Sound Bites Music Festival (35,000 people), Sauga Block Party (10,000 people) and Japan Festival Canada (70,000 people). On this episode we talk insauga origin stories, how he had to sell his condo to pursue his passions, how he prioritizes his family above all and how he beat the 6PM news with a "Fishing Rod". Khaled's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/inkhaled/ Khaled's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/khalediwamura Khaled's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCKODsUUROofaeyEvOc7-c2w Check out Quickbite News: https://www.quickbitenews.com Rick and Khaled Podcast: https://www.facebook.com/insauga/videos/vl.1178038232370468/273040376981210/?type=1 Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Khaled Iwamura.

This probably isn't the first time you're hearing about Mahfuz Chowdhury as he is one of the more prominent social media influencers/Marketers in the city! The author of the book "Project Reinvention", the host of the popular Ride With Me Podcast and the Account Manager at Candy Box Marketing, Mahfuz has developed a powerful online footprint over the past 10 years and is continually building up people and impacting lives through various seminars, speaking engagements, and via his initiative project reinvention. Among many other things, Mahfuz was a student recruitment associate at sheridan College, Graduated from Sheridan College in Business Administration Marketing where he has multiple features in various news outlets like the Mississauga news, MSN news, talent egg among others and was a recipient of the Emery-Dufualt Award. On this episode we talk about his process of reinventing himself, how he went blind, how he dealt with heartbreak, sticking to your roots and how curating who you follow or surround yourself with can greatly impact the person you become. Mahfuz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mahfuzc/ Check out Candy Box Marketing: https://www.candyboxmarketing.com Check out The Ride With Me Podcast: https://www.eproject.media Purchase a copy of his book "Project Reinvention": https://www.amazon.ca/dp/177507790X/ref=cmswrcpapairfhhCbV3NN91F Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

Bonnie Crombie is the Mayor of the sixth largest and the greatest city in Canada, Mississauga. Prior to becoming Mayor, Bonnie was a Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Streetsville as well as the Ward 5 Councillor for Malton and Britannia. Before entering public service, Mayor Crombie enjoyed a twenty-year career in business working for global businesses including McDonalds, the Insurance bureau of Canada and The Walt Disney Company. She has an MBA from York University's Schulich School of Business and earned a Corporate Director's Certificate from the Institute of Corporate Directors at the Rotman School of Management. Among Many other things, she has also been awarded the Queen's Diamond Jubilee Medal for her work in the community, As a member of the Peel Regional Police Services Board, Mayor Crombie led the way to ending the practice of street checks (carding), and most importantly is a loving mother to Alex, Jonathan and Natasha. On this episode we talk about the Mayor's origin story, her early days as a community advocate and business woman, how legacy plays on her decision making, one of her biggest failures, and the hot topic of debate the Separation of Mississauga from the Region of Peel. Bonnie's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bonniecrombie/ Bonnie's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bonniecrombie/ Bonnie's Twitter: https://twitter.com/BonnieCrombie?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor Bonnie's Website: https://www.mayorcrombie.ca Bonnie's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC-Y547u4JQjcP6a23NOpOnQ Bonnie's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bonnie-crombie-mba-icd-d-18849/ References: - 52:41-53:01 Hyatali, S. 2019. "Basil McCallion". Malton, Ontario. Check out the Mayor's Feature on Political Blind Date: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zPhmONWR_tg Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Mayor Bonnie Crombie.

We are amped to Launch the FIRST episode of Season 2 with the talented Jodianne Beckford the host of one of the hottest most relevant entrepreneur podcasts in not only our city but in Canada! If she isn't hosting an episode of The E Project it's because she works full time as a Disability Support Worker (For the past 10 years) helping people with a variety of disabilities, with a specific focus on autism. When she isn't doing either of those, Jodianne is a freelance creative director, photographer, videographer and writer and has been featured in multiple publications. You have likely seen Jodianne pop on up your news feed because she is the Queen of networking and often speaks at various panels, talks, and workshops across the GTA to help encourage and inspire creatives alike. For a period Jodianne was first an administrative assistant and eventually project manager for Godzspeed Communication, and she is also currently an associate in the TMZ Program at Ryerson University. On this episode we talk about the anxiety of being an introvert, how a misdiagnosis affected her trajectory, why she started her podcast, and we get into some of the deepest points of pain in her life and how she is still standing today (Fair warning, grab tissues). Jodianne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodianne.beckford/ Jodianne's Website: www.jodiannebeckford.com Check out The E Project Podcast: https://www.eproject.media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/the.e.project/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/theeprojectpodcast/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Jodianne Beckford.

On this episode I talk about the idea that not everyone can lead and sometime's it might benefit you to be a follower. Most people want to lead but they want to do so for superficial reasons. There is a COST to Calling. Background Track #1: "Sway" Instrumental by Homage https://youtu.be/9JuNK32PaA0 Background Track #2: "Grandeur" Instrumental by Homage https://youtu.be/RNpBkUuNDY4 Connect with Matt: Subscribe to this Matt's Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE6CVOTjhbmldPH5kQYEusw Instagram: http://instagram.com/mattdasilva42 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthew.r.dasilva.7 Quotes Page: https://www.instagram.com/faithroughitall/ Photography Page: https://www.instagram.com/mdasilvaphotography/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

What's up RCT FAM! As promised, I told you that between seasons I would work on releasing some bonus content where I switch it up from just interviews to maybe some host episodes where I cover different topics or what I'm feeling that day. Today marks the FIRST "Chat With Matt" episode on RCT, I hope you enjoy it! As a content creator, social platforms while extremely useful for exposure, often punish the creator who doesn't post as frequently. In this video I talk about how creating out of a deficit can harm the quality of your work and how REST is vital regardless of a loss of followers/engagement. Background Track Credit: "Sage" by Homage https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCbavHy2_zVCMCvVdR8qp2UQ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com

Merry Christmas Everyone! As a gift to all of you Matt Da Silva, our HOST of Real Community Talks, sit's down with us for the last episode of Season 1 and shares his story! Matt has a wealth of experience representing both the public and private sector with positions in the Private Security Field, Public Sector Administration, and recently was a Municipal Youth Engagement Coordinator with Canada's sixth largest city. His focus is on both holistic community development and capacity building of individuals within priority neighbourhoods. In 2016, he graduated with a Double Major in Criminology and Political Sciences with a Minor in Canadian Studies from the University of Toronto. In 2018, he also graduated with a Masters of Public Policy Administration and Law (M.P.P.A.L.) from York University. Currently Matt is serving at his local church as a Youth Leader and is studying church ministry. Matt is adamant about community service and has volunteered for three years as first the Marketing Director and later on the Vice Chair of a local community festival growing the event from initially 1000 to 7000 guests in the latter years of his role. He has also volunteered for various organizations such as Malton Neighbourhood Services, Safe City Mississauga, the Peel District School Board, and with his local Ward 5 City Councillor. Matt has also served on the teams of various politicians running in elections, and was also invited to attend the Mobilizing 22 conference, which hosted 100 of Mississauga's top youth leaders in the City. Matt is passionate about encouraging youth and young adults in their pursuit of their goals by equipping them with life skills, best practices, and advice on how to navigate education, one's personal life, and the work force. Matt firmly believes in the idea of seeing people for their potential of becoming and not solely where they currently are today. On this episode we get to dive more deeply into his personal life, we get to talk about why he started Real Community Talks, why he supports pursuing unconventional pathways, and why Excellence requires Discomfort. Matt's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mattdasilva42/ Matt's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/matthew.r.dasilva.7 Matt's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mathew-da-silva-03a715109/ Matt's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCE6CVOTjhbmldPH5kQYEusw Matt's Website: https://linktr.ee/mattdasilva42 Mdasilva Photography: https://www.instagram.com/mdasilvaphotography/ Faith Through It All: https://www.instagram.com/faithroughitall/ Check out an article about Matt winning a scholarship in the news: https://www.mississauga.com/news-story/3117968-students-receive-scholarships/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Matt Da Silva.

One of the more socially conscious and dopest artists/lyricists, Noyz, joins us for the LAST guest episode of Season 1 of Real Community Talks! If Noyz isn't delivering insane bars at a live event or in the studio it's because he is either at work as a Concurrent Disorders Counsellor & Case Manager or he's co-hosting an episode of the Immigrant Hustle Podcast. A Maltonian by birth, Noyz has a special place in his heart for Malton as he lived here until around age 11. It was from there that he moved to Brampton and started to slowly discover his passion for music and writing but was too self conscious to share it. Noyz had to deal with the idea that performing can be mentally draining as he felt more confident writing but through the encouragement and support of friends and family, he could no longer hide his talent as he decided to share his thoughts with the world. Among many other things, Noyz is a husband, has multiple degrees, is a community advocate/volunteer, is a rapper, beat maker, producer, an activist, an entrepreneur, a workshop facilitator, and a mental health professional. On this episode we talk about the passing of one of the GOAT's Stan Lee, how LOVE can be expressed differently, how he overcame anxiety and the fear of sharing his art, and how he wishes he had started some things earlier in life. Noyz's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noyzhiphop/ Noyz's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/noyzhiphop/ Noyz'z Twitter: https://twitter.com/noyzhiphop Noyz's Website: noyzhiphop.com Noyz's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/noyzhiphop Business Email: info@noyzhiphop.com Check out Degrees of Freedom: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=UDbFltX5JLY Check out Definition: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=g9rcAmaKZC0 Check out the Immigrant Hustle Podcast: https://soundcloud.com/immigranthustlepod Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/immigranthustlepod/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Noyz.

Phil Nguyen is the CEO of the popular clothing brand "Patriarch Supply" and is a well-respected fitness coach and personal trainer throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Phil is passionate about celebrating Toronto's culture and diversity especially through his company's slogan, which is "Live and Breathe Toronto". Having pursued post secondary education, Phil soon dropped out to pursue his love for fitness. He knew that he couldn’t pursue something that wasn’t going to give him sustained fulfillment so he decided to go all in and has developed his fitness footprint across the city. As a way to further define his tribe and promote himself, he decided to start Patriarch Supply in July 2017 and since then, his company has done collaborations with Absolut Vodka, CNE (Canadian National Exhibition) and GOTSTYLE. His company prides itself on being Canadian made and how $1 from every sale is donated to St. Stephens Community House to help immigrant newcomers to Canada. Among many other things, Phil is a businessman, a social media influencer, a fitness and health enthusiast, and a humanitarian. On this episode, we talk about dropping out of school to pursue your passion, the idea of saying yes now and learning it after, how impact can sustain passion, and the idea of not living out the expectations of others on your life. Phil's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/philnguyen_/ Phil's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/phil-nguyen-591b68104/ Phil's Personal Training Email: philinspirefitness@gmail.com Patriarch Supply's Website: https://patriarchsupply.com Patriarch Supply's Email: patriarchsupply@gmail.com Patriarch Supply's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/patriarchsupply/ Patriarch Supply's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/patriarchsupply/ Support St. Stephen's Community House: https://www.sschto.ca/Ways-to-Give/Donate Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Phil Nguyen.

Crystal Mark, aka the queen of community advocacy is a myriad of things for whatever community she belongs to. Whether it is being one of the co-founders and executive Directors of the prominent Malton Mom's Group or the Manager of Diversity, Equity and Inclusion for Children’s Aid, Hamilton, Crystal impacts change wherever she goes. Born in Canada, having lived in places such as Regent Park and Danforth, Crystal notes that much of her roots are locked within Malton's borders. Crystal is an advocate/activist for anti racism, social justice, and women empowerment which caused her to pursue a Bachelors in Sociology from York University with certificates in Latin American and Caribbean Studies. Currently Crystal is working on her Master of Social Work from the University of Windsor. Among many other things, Crystal is most importantly a proud mother and wife, a writer, a poet, a speaker, an activist, an equity consultant, has worked for both the government and non-profit sectors, and currently is an author who is working on several books to release soon. On this episode we talk about finding your own tribe, empowerment through using your gifts, caregiver burnout, and how Crystal intends to Make a "Mark" in her lifetime. Crystal's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/isisoya/ Crystal's Website: www.crystalmark.ca Crystal's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/isisoya Crystal's Article's: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/make-your-mark-community-development-equity-lifes-perryman-mark/ Crystal Interview with CBC Radio: https://www.cbc.ca/radio/upclose/crystal-mark-1.4180748 Malton Mom's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/17045263496/ Malton Mom's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maltonmoms/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Crystal Mark.

Freddy Appiah is a multifaceted/multi-talented dude who puts Malton on his back no matter what. From growing up as a youth in Malton as a student at Ascension of our Lord Secondary School to now being an educator and head coach at ASCC through the Dufferin-Peel Catholic District School Board, Freddy has stayed true to his roots and is daily pouring into the lives of Malton's Youth. Recently, after having coached multiple AAU teams, adult leagues and more, Freddy decided to focus on the fundamentals of ball and developing young players by starting the Malton Youth League, which also hosts a rep team, the Malton Dawgz. Basketball, Freddy notes, was what kept him off the street's and it ended up resulting in him being scouted by CalU, where he was later drafted into the NBL by the Moncton Miracles, and later played for the Halifax Rainmen and the Brampton A's. Freddy talks about the reality of actually "Going League" and states that pursuing his bachelors in education was to make sure he was educated and didn’t just rely on sports. Today Freddy uses his athleticism and life experience to not only serve students and youth in his home community, but across the GTA through his own leagues and through his non-profit "Thank You Organization" Among many other things, Freddy is professional basketball player, a youth worker, a mentor, a motivational speaker/life coach/educator, and a proud father/husband who values his family. On this episode we get REAL and talk about how basketball is really a business, why Malton is so important to him, the realities of running your own non-profit, and how as a man, you sometimes have to live with decisions you regret. Freddy's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/oggappiah/ Freddy's Website: http://www.tyoorg.com/about-us.html Freddy's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Mr.Appiah.Appiah Freddy's Snapchat: oggappiah The DUBS Program: https://form.jotform.com/82899162875274 Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Freddy Appiah.

Ryan Gurcharn aka Mr. Malton himself is currently running for English Public School Trustee for Ward 5, Mississauga. With over 30+ years having lived and worked in Malton and after the endorsement of current Trustee Rick Williams, Ryan is ready to advocate for improved education for the youth, students, and parents of Ward 5. When the Mississauga News published an article referring to Malton as "Mississauga's Wasteland" Ryan was inspired to start his own newspaper called "The Malton Mirror" and would later start Dixie Discovery. Currently working for Andrea Horvath in the Leaders office for the official opposition in Ontario, Ryan has also worked in multiple community development roles such as the youth and communications coordinator for Malton Neighbourhood services, and as a community developer for the city of Mississauga where he was awarded a 2017 civic award Ryan is no stranger to the education system in Ward 5 as he attended school in Malton his whole life and was even the valedictorian for his graduating class at Lincoln M. Alexander secondary school. Ryan has remained committed to student success as he currently sits on six Ward 5 school councils to date. Apart from school council's Ryan also sits on 13 boards and committees across peel. On this episode we talk about the moment he was endorsed by the current Ward 5 English Public School Trustee, how his experiences culminated to his pursuits today and how he plans to contribute to changing the education system from within. Ryan's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/trusteeryan/ Ryan's Website: https://www.ryangurcharn.ca Ryan's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TrusteeRyan/ Ryan's Twitter: https://twitter.com/TrusteeRyan Ryan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ryan-gurcharn-15361b10/ Information for voters: https://www.mississaugavotes.ca Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Ryan Gurcharn .

Bilal Dawson is one of the hottest/popping off Instagram/YouTube creators in Toronto especially after his "This is Canada" Parody of Childish Gambino's "This is America" went viral with over 6 Million Views on 9Gag. If he's not flooding your explore page, he probably is out being the CEO of his production company DaVision Digital shooting popular GTA music videos, documentaries and other client work as he has been an independent film maker for over 6 years now. Born in Burlington but raised in Hamilton, Bilal moved to Toronto to pursue his love for acting, filmmaking and script writing. This led him to pursue a degree at York University in Cinema and Media Studies. Capitalizing on platforms such as Instagram, Bilal decided to take a break from school to pursue his field full time. While he doesn't 100% forsake school, he'd rather be intentional about his time that to take a degree for societies sake. Among many other things he is an entrepreneur, a comedian, a writer, an editor, a content creator and just a funny man with serious intentions. On this episode we talk about the stigma around being a social media creator as a full time job, how the internet puts a toll on creators, how school might be a waste of time, and why you should DO what you LOVE doing. Bilal's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/bilaldawson/ Bilal's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/TheBadcomedytv Bilal's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/bilal.dawson.1 Bilal's Snapchat: @BilalDawson27 Bilal's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/bilaldawson/ DaVision's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/davisiondigital/ DaVision's Website: https://www.davisiondigital.com "This is Canada" Full Video: https://www.instagram.com/p/Bi5j7KZHU75/?taken-by=bilaldawson Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Bilal Dawson.

Harmanjit Khakh cannot be described by a traditional title because he prefers to be defined as someone whose purpose is to exude, live and spread positivity. Apart from being a dope/talented individual, Harman places more of an emphasis on understanding your emotional intelligence, and realizing that what you give power to affects the outcome of your day. Harman's enlightened thinking and desire to help people caused him to pursue his current program at McMaster University in Addictions Education with a focus on Psychological Counselling in hopes to become a licensed counsellor in the near future. Born in Etobicoke, Ontario but raised in Brampton, Harman was drawn to sports which not only allowed him to be a diverse athlete, but more importantly taught him about discipline, sacrifice, and our will/capacity as individuals. He believes that one should apply the same mentality given to sports in conquering life’s daily battles. Suffering a shoulder injury, Harman unlike most people views this as a positive experience because everything that followed, such as his degree choice, his improved emotional well-being, and his outlook on life, were due to something negative just being soil for seeds of positivity. Among many other things Harman is an influencer, a communicator, a sport enthusiast, an adamant rap enthusiast, a former Pearson International Airport worker, a volunteer with PCHS and Sikh heritage Month, and one of the most positive people I've met. On this episode we talk about realizing your emotional intelligence, how perspective can turn negativity into positivity, how the modern education system is failing students, and the importance of trusting your age. Harman's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/harmanjitkhakh/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Harmanjit Khakh.

Jo-Anne Santos is a self-published author who in March 2018 released the popular "Growing Wings Book". By day she is an Early Childhood Educator and by night she is a writer/author who is currently working on resources to support up and coming authors who wish to self publish. Born in Toronto, Jo-Anne always had a passion for journaling and writing from a young age and in fact, in her dedication section of her book she writes, "To the 5-year-old girl who dreamt and knew herself. You Inspired this Manifestation. This is for you". Jo-Anne later completed her Honours Diploma from Humber College in Early Childhood Education and since then she continues to support children and youth across the GTA in developing their poetry, writing, and spoken word skills. A highlight was when she organized creative writing workshops for both York University and the Boys and Girls Club. It was in high school that Jo-Anne had an experience being admitted into a Mental Health Institution, which she notes was the foundation for the very manuscript that is Growing Wings. Writing to Jo-Anne has not only been therapy for her, but a means to impact the world and touch lives. Among many other skills, Jo-Anne is a poet, a spoken word artist, an entrepreneur, an educator, a planner, an influencer, and a community outreach advocate On this episode we talk about her recently released book "Growing Wings", her fight with depression, how pace is a sign of maturity, and a super dope exclusive opportunity to purchase her book online. ENTER "RCT 5" at checkout on Jo-Anne's Website Jo-Anne's Website: http://joannesantos.com Jo-Anne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/prayersprosepoetry/ Jo-Anne's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joannesantos Growing Wings IG: https://www.instagram.com/growingwingsbook/ Growing Wings FB: https://facebook.com/growingwingsbook Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Jo-Anne Santos .

Sheldon Halstead is the founder and owner of one of the GTA's most popular custom clothing, graphic design and clothing line companies known as Fly By Design. Fly By Design made headlines when both the Huffington Post and the NBA reached out to him when he released Playoff graphics during the 2016 NBA Playoffs. Fly By Design would hit another milestone when he released the "Canada has been great" hat line, a play on Donald Trump's "Make America great again" hats which caught the eye of the 6dad himself, Norm Kelly who rocked his gear on IG. Born in Mississauga but later moving to Malton, Sheldon was a business man from a young age where he would bring a clip board to school to take gear orders from his friends and using a Chinese supplier for gear ranging from Roca Wear gear to snap back fitted. From there, he started a custom clothing business in his basement from the ground up where he taught himself Photoshop and illustrator. Sheldon is a huge advocate on being self-taught as he dropped out of his child and youth worker program in year 2 of 3 to pursue his passions full time. Having worked multiple factory jobs to make ends meet to eventually working with a clothing company in Kensington Market, Sheldon desired to have his own store and be his own boss. It was then when he decided to go all in and purchase a spot at Westwood Square (formerly Westwood Mall) in Malton where it all started. Since launch day, Fly By Design has continued to reach milestone after milestone and show youth that it is possible to turn your dreams into reality. Today Sheldon's biggest inspiration is his son Elijah who is the catalyst of his motivation to grind daily. Among many other experiences/skills, Sheldon is an entrepreneur, a proud father, a graphic designer, a custom clothing line designer, a tattoo artist, a creator, and was a coach with the Malton Mavericks Basketball Team. On this episode we talk about the reality of being an entrepreneur, how to balance being a father and a business owner, why completing a degree isn’t the only pathway to success, and how he deals with the idea of being powerful beyond measure. Fly By Design Shop's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/flybydesignshop/ Fly By Design Clothing Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbdclothing/ Fly By Design Graphics Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fbdgraphics/ Fly By Design Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Flybydesignclothing/ Contact FBD: shop@flybydesign.ca The Westside Co: https://www.instagram.com/thewestsideco/ Sheldon's Sister: https://www.instagram.com/artbytye/ Blamo IG: https://www.instagram.com/_instablam/ Teddy Franchize IG: https://www.instagram.com/teddyfranchize/ Chrisari IG: https://www.instagram.com/chrisarigold/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Sheldon Halstead (Fly By Design).

Amelia Graciela Torres is a Child and Youth Worker who currently works with both Vita Centre and Malton Neighbourhood Services. She not only counsels and runs programming for youth in the community but she weekly counsel’s young moms and provides practical and powerful workshops to help them develop into successful women. Growing up in Rexdale, Canada Amelia was no stranger to CYW's and in fact due to a bad confidentiality experience with a CYW this led her to pursuing the field herself where she graduated with a Child and Youth Care Advanced Diploma from Humber College. As a youth worker, Amelia talks about how she often helped people but neglected herself and how depression crippled her for a long time. It was her relationship with Christ she notes that turned her "Ashes into Beauty" and gave her purpose beyond her 9-5. It was this that caused all the love and words God placed in her heart to create her blog "A Crown of Beauty" where she is able to tell her authentic story and mix in her passion as a free lance makeup artist. Currently Amelia also serves as an event/volunteer/service coordinator for the popular GTA young adults collective "The MOB". Among many other skills she is a social media influencer, a content creator, a vlogger, a motivational speaker, a makeup artist, an event host/coordinator, and an active volunteer in her church. On this episode we talk about the peace she has found knowing she is a work in progress, how she used her hurt for purpose, and her thoughts on MAC products now being sold in Sephora Stores. Amelia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ameliaaato/ Amelia's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ameliaaato Amelia's Blog: https://ameliatorres.wixsite.com/crownofbeauty/single-post/2018/01/06/Metamorphosis-The-Process-I-Didnt-Know-I-Needed Amelia's Website: https://ameliagraciela.com A Crown of Beauty IG: https://www.instagram.com/a_crownofbeauty/ GTA Christians: Young Adult Fellowship: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1786023048318578/ Heather Lindsay IG: https://www.instagram.com/heatherllove/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Amelia Graciela Torres .

Olivia Orvis-Bowers is currently an Administrative Coordinator with the City of Brampton having just finished working with the City of Mississauga in various administrative roles for the past 7 years. Olivia has excelled in finding her next level of success and at the age of 23, she has earned positions that would have normally taken much longer to achieve. Born and raised in Mississauga, Olivia started working for government at the age of 16, which fostered her love to serve communities, and shaped the foundation for her career in the public service. When Olivia was accepted into four post secondary programs, she was unable to decide which one she wanted to pursue and by the time she made a decision the only offer than didn’t expire was in accounting. She would later switch her focus to Management Studies where she has recently graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce from Humber College. She is now looking to pursue her Masters in the next two years. Among many other skills and experiences, Olivia studied abroad for a semester in Scotland, was a free lance editor for UpWork, volunteers with the SPCA and House Cat Rescue, is a well versed communicator, and most importantly an avid dad joke enthusiast. On this episode we talk about how Olivia strives to avoid complacency by seeking out the next level of success, why she decided to leave one municipal giant for another, how she worked one shift at Tommy Hilfiger then left, and we also simulate the popular channel “All Def” by diving into some pretty cringe worthy dad jokes. Olivia's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/olivia1404/ Olivia's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/orvisbowers Olivia's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/oorvisbowers/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Olivia Orvis-Bowers .

Leo Bailey is a Senior Manager of Digital Risk & Governance with RBC in downtown Toronto. From a young age Leo was fascinated with the pace of City Life mixed with his passion for the financial field where Leo says the trip downtown to work never gets dull. Born in Rexdale, Toronto, Leo spent most of his younger life in the Rex but moved to Malton in his grade 12 year. It was the move to Malton that caused him to realize the deep need around him which caused him to be a part of the founding team that created Malton’s very own SWAG (Success With Age and Guidance). During a middle school presentation at school by some guest speakers from RBC, Leo was inspired to pursue the financial field where he would go on to complete his Bachelors of Commerce from Ryerson U and his MBA from Queens University. Among many other experiences/skills, Leo is youth leader at his church, was a technology consultant for Accenture, was a lab assistant at Ryerson U’s computer labs, was a market researcher for Logit Group, and has completed multiple co-op’s including being a fraud analyst with RBC and a web editor with the City of Brampton. On this episode we talk about Leo’s come up from the Rex to the city skylines of downtown Toronto, how God has been the centre of his life and decision making, and why he believes the Kawhi/Derozan trade was a steal for the Raptors. Leo's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leob_lion/ Leo's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/leo.bailey Leo's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leobailey/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Leo Bailey .

Savy Jay Aka AJ, the Founder of $AVTEAM is a Malton Based Singer, Rapper, Songwriter and Music Producer who has been popping off in the Greater Toronto Area. With close to 9k Instagram followers, Savy Jay attributes his fame and success to both his YouTube Channel and Soundcloud followings. Born in Jamaica, Savy Jay moved to Canada where he would grow up and be raised in Malton, Mississauga. He notes that his success today didn't happen over night as he worked multiple side jobs to pay for his passions. At a young age he joined the Canadian Military where he mentions it taught him discipline and perserverance, skills that he applies to his craft and everday life. Through his music, one of his most important messages is to be yourself and surround yourself with the right people. In spite of depression, anxiety, and mental health struggles, Jay used his music as an outlet to encourage others and as part of his own healing. Among many other skills/experiences, Savy Jay is an entreprenuer, and IG Influencer, a vlogger, and he is currently a pilot in training. On this episode we discuss the behind the scenes aspects of music production, how he dealt with depression, anxiety and mental health, and how he almost burned his house down over some chicken nuggets. Savy Jay's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jayyflight/ Savy Jay's Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/savyjay Savy Jay's Snapchat: SavyJay Savy Jay's YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5DED0l6L8sQipdbwbVSog Savy Jay's Business Email: savyjaybuisness@gmail.com Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Savy Jay.

Basir Ahmad aka BFX is the founder and photographer of BFX Photography and is the founder of Click Clique 6ix a page that features talented GTA Photographers. Unlike some creative’s, Basir thoroughly enjoys his 9-5 working as a Digital Marketing Associate/Graphic Designer for a corporate company in downtown Toronto. Born in Regent Park, Toronto but later moving to Brampton, Basir pursued a degree is Communication, Culture and Information Technology with a minor in political science and sociology. It was at U of T where he had the opportunity to be a Radio DJ for the campus radio station "CFRE". Later realizing that this program was more of a right of passage, Basir pursued a more hands on program by first completing a certificate in digital communication from Sheridan College and he is in the process of graduating this year from George Brown College to complete his post grad in Digital Media Marketing, where he is on the deans honours list. Among many other experiences/skills, Basir is a rapper, poet, public speaker, sound engineer, content creator, editor and he created a blog called "No Ones Better". On this episode we talk about why your personal brand is important, why he does photo-shoots for free, how photography has been a tool to develop dope friendships, and how he played a role in one of his friends Instagram posts about John Legend being reposted by Chrissy Teigen. Basir's Instagram: www.instagram.com/ahmadbfx Basir's Snapchat: basirahmad Basir's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/basir-ahmad-1a9019127 BFX Photography: www.instagram.com/bfxphotography Click Clique 6ix: www.instagram.com/ClickClique6ix No One's Better Blog: http://basirahmad03.wixsite.com/noonesbetter Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Basir Ahmad (BFX).

Jess Spagnolo is a multi-talented visual artist/free lance painter and a professional singer, songwriter, and musician playing across Toronto and the GTA. Recently Jess launched some of her artwork on a site called Society 6 where you can turn your high res art into merchandise. Born in Toronto and being mixed, Jess navigated life being both Mexican and Italian, which allowed her to become more versatile in her ability to serve the world. At the age of 12 Jess suffered the loss of her father, which she claims was the thing that saved her faith in Christ. At the time, she became angry with God but she realized that God knows and see’s all things beyond our perspective, and she takes comfort knowing that he is in eternity. Jess was accepted in York U for a Bachelors of Fine Arts but after completing year one she realized that the program wasn’t what she imagined it to be. It was at the Age of 19 where she claims her life took a complete 180 after a bad breakup and she decided to attend a youth conference where she restored her relationship with God. From there Jess went on to complete a Diploma in Independent Music Production from Seneca College at York and later on completed her Bachelors of Sacred Music Degree at Canada Christian College. It was at CCC where Jess had the opportunity to meet with and sing backup for one of the most renowned Christian singer/songwriters, Paul Baloche. Among many other things, Jess is a muralist for an independent company called “Hand Painted Murals”, she is on the worship team at her church, she is a volunteer soccer coach and community outreach volunteer with the Salvation Army, has participated in multiple missions trips such as in Nicaragua, and she is what she calls a highly skilled “nearby dog detector”. On this episode, we talk about how Jess uses scriptures about nature to inspire her art, how she utilized her skillsets to become an entrepreneur, how music was therapy to her during the loss of her father, and why she is an obsessive SIM’s 3 game player. Jess' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jxspag/ Jess' Art Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jxsx.art/ Jess' Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jxss.art/ Jess' Website: https://jxss.co Jess' Music Website: https://www.jspagnolomusic.com Jess' YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/user/m3xii Shop Jess' art on society 6: https://society6.com/jxss Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Jess Spagnolo.

Manvir Bhangu is the Founder and Executive Director of the non-profit organization, "Laadliyan", Celebrating Daughters. Recently, Manvir received an award from the Brampton Board of Trade as one of Brampton’s Top 40 under 40 for her outstanding work in her community. While Manvir balances her non-profit, by day she is a Newcomer Youth Settlement Worker for Malton Neighbourhood Services helping youth educationally, personally, and developmentally. Born in Toronto but having grown up in Brampton, Manvir noticed an imbalance in the dynamic of daughters and son's in the Punjabi culture which sparked her desire to complete two degrees, a double major in Human Rights and Human Diversity at Wilfred Laurier U, and her masters in Globalization and the Human Condition at McMaster U. Building off of this passion to rewrite the backwards concept of son preference, Manvir took on a role as a research assistant/note taker for a research study on son preference in the Indo-Canadian immigrant community through St. Michael's Hospital. Among many other experiences/skills, Manvir was a special projects research intern at United Way of Peel Region in 2017, was a TA at McMaster U, a community champion and translator for the Regional Diversity Roundtable in Peel, a mentor for the Young Leaders Council at United Way, the former president of the Laurier Chapter of Amnesty International, the president of the Human Rights Association at Laurier and she is a part time tutor through Tutor Doctor. On this episode we talk about how Manvir started her own non-profit organization, her passion for celebrating daughters/women’s rights, and how failure was the best thing that ever happened to her growth. Laadliyan Website: http://laadliyan.com Laadliyan Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laadliyan/ Laadliyan Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/laadliyan/ Contact Laadliyan: info@laadliyan.com Manvir's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manvirbhangu27/ Manvir's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/manvir.bhangu.54 Manvir's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/manvirbhangoo/ Manvir's Email: manvir@laadliyan.com Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Manvir Bhangu.

Shawayne Dunstan is a spoken word artist/poet and is a published author with five books sold locally in the Greater Toronto Area and on Amazon. Shawayne fell in love with poetry when he was young and inspired by his school teacher and other influences, he decided to take his writing more seriously. Originally born in Kingston, Jamaica, Shawayne grew up in Toronto and North York but came to Malton in 2009. In 2017 Shawayne was awarded Mississauga's Young Citizen of the Year and now has 2 of his books circulating throughout the Mississauga Library System. Currently Shawayne hosts book readings and spoken word/poetry workshops across Mississauga especially for youth and aspiring authors in Malton. Among many other things Shawayne is an entrepreneur, an actor, a cook, a recreation and leisure worker, a dancer, a singer and more. On this episode we talk about how Shawayne fell in love with poetry, how he used it as an outlet to express himself and handle depression, and how washing dishes helped him publish his first book. Buy Shawaynes Books on Amazon Here: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/s/ref=is_s?k=shawayne Shawayne's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shawayne508/ Shawayne's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/shawayne.tumblebug Shawayne's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shawayne-dunstan-442186149/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Shawayne Dunstan.

Allison Morris is the CEO and Fashion Designer of the high-end fashion, sportswear, and street wear company known as N I Q U E. She is not limited to just this role as she also is currently working for Canada's sixth largest city as a Development Services Analyst and formerly held roles as a Committee of Adjustments Technician, a Planning Assistant, an Administrative Assistant, and a Customer Service Representative. Born to Jamaican parents, Allison was born in North York, Ontario but grew up mostly in Brampton, Ontario. From a young age, she became fascinated with the world of design through a grade eight project, which would later develop into discovering her passion for fashion in high school. Allison holds multiple educational degrees/certificates ranging from a Bachelors in Urban and Regional Planning and a Certificate in Architecture from Ryerson University. She also has a certificate in Management of Fashion and Luxury Companies from the University of Bocconi. Among many other experiences/skills, Allison has also worked for the City of Brampton in various administrative roles, has served on multiple community board of directors and event committee's, was a deputy returning officer for Elections Canada, is a creative industries planner, a retail architect and is consistently elevating her portfolio even as you read this bio. On this episode we talk about how Allison started her fashion company NIQUE, how she has obliterated the glass ceiling in the public service, and how she is able to successfully merge both her passions for urban planning and fashion. Allison's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moxmo.nique/ Allison's Twitter: https://twitter.com/MoniqueYSL Allison's Snapchat: niquelaurent Allison's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/allison-morris-b068886b/ N I Q U E Website: https://www.nique.ca N I Q U E Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/niquexboutique/ N I Q U E Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/niquexboutique/ N I Q U E Tumblr: http://niquexboutique.tumblr.com N I Q U E Twitter: https://twitter.com/niquexboutique N I Q U E YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=26zcnlfyPhQ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Allison Morris .

Cornel Davis, aka DJ Big C, is a well-known multi-faceted DJ, MC, and Event Host within the Toronto and Greater Toronto Area event scene. He has coordinated 10,000 people + events such as the popular Jamaica Day Celebration, and was also the founder of the sound crew formerly known as M.A.D.E (Make a Difference Entertainment). His parents, originally from Kingston Jamaica, both met in Toronto where Big C was born however he grew up in Malton, Mississauga for the majority of his life. Before diving full force into his craft, Big C was scouted by Durham College for basketball but due to a number of reasons he rejected the offer and ended up continuing work with the City of Mississauga while still DJ'ing. Today Big C is a staple at popular clubs, corporate, and private events across Ontario and Canada and has developed a strong reputation by always supporting his local community of Malton. What started as a basement hobby has developed into a profitable business, which mixes his love for music and providing memorable experiences for his clients. Among many other skills, Big C is an entrepreneur, a recreation and operations professional, an avid basketball player, and he used to rap/write music. On this episode we talk about Big C's origin story, how he fell in love with the art of DJ'ing, why he chose to pursue becoming an entrepreneur instead of going to school, and how he is able to find white air force 1's in a size 17. Big C's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therealdjbigc/ Big C's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/corneldj.davis For bookings, Inquiries or to Connect email: djbigc155@gmail.com Big C's Website: Coming Soon Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Cornel (DJ BIG C) Davis .

Sheldon Douglas is a real estate agent/sales representative who works for ReMAX West, under one of the most popular GTA real estate teams, The Brij Team. Sheldon tirelessly mixes his passion for helping people and his community with his ability to gauge an ever-changing real estate market to ensure his clients find the perfect home. Originally born in Toronto, Canada, in the Jane and Finch Area, Sheldon moved to Malton, Mississauga where he currently resides today. Before real estate, Sheldon worked for the City of Mississauga, as a recreation professional and he currently works with one of the more popular childcare services known as PLASP. Sheldon is a graduate of Humber College where he earned a diploma in Police Foundations but later came to the realization that he needed to serve his community through his first love, which was real estate. Among many other skills, Sheldon is a youth programs developer, an entrepreneur, a motivational and public speaker, an influencer, and is a highly active community advocate. On this episode we talk about Sheldon's unique pathway to real estate, how he overcame the death of his mother, and ultimately his come up from selling chocolate to selling homes. Sheldon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sheldouglas/ Sheldon's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sheldon.douglas.505 Sheldon's Website: https://thebrij.com/sheldon-douglas Sheldon's Twitter: https://twitter.com/SheldonMDouglas Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Sheldon Douglas .

Omran Omaid is a creative content producer for one of the most popular ecommerce software companies known as Shopify, which serves over 600,000 businesses. Along with our guest from Episode 3, Omran is currently working on the popular web series "Courtside". Born in Afghanistan, Omran along with his family came to Canada when he was young and were assisted through the Red Door Family Shelter, which assists Families, Refugees and Women Who Are Fleeing Violence. Omran grew up in Flemingdon Park in Toronto, Canada, which was a rough neighbourhood where he experienced some cultural barriers and difficulties, especially post 911. He is a graduate of Humber College where he earned an advanced diploma in Film/TV Production and two certificates in Media and Design. Among many other skills, Omran is a Director/Writer, a filmmaker, an artist, a cinematographer, a photographer, a video editor and a motion graphic designer. On this episode we talk about how he came to work for Shopify, his desire to communicate impactful messages through media, the third culture identity dilemma, and how "The deadliest creature is the silent one". Omran's Vimeo: https://vimeo.com/omranomaid Omran's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/omranomaid/ Omran's Twitter: https://twitter.com/omRan_omAid Omran's: https://www.facebook.com/omran.filmmaker Courtside's Website: https://www.courtsideseries.wordpress.com Courtside's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtsideseries/ Courtside's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtsidewebseries/?ref=br_rs Courtside's YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC465jlaBaST2wNKOnWAVY1A As promised check out Omran's opportunity to shoot a Nike Soccer Promo with Sportsnet! https://vimeo.com/129803588 Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Omran Omaid.

Riaz Mohammed is a researcher and is currently a Doctor of Chiropractic Student at Canadian Memorial Chiropractic College, one of the most prestigious Chiropractic schools in Canada, and arguably the world. At CMCC he is the Vice President of the Student Canadian Chiropractic Association and sits on student council. Originally from Parkdale, Toronto, Riaz moved to Malton, Mississauga where he would discover his passion to become a Chiropractic Doctor by meeting his current mentor in the field. Before CMCC, Riaz earned both a Health and Fitness Promotion Diploma from Humber College and a Bachelors Degree in Kinesiology at the University of Guelph Humber. On this episode we talk about how life is subjective, the reality of the commitment it takes to become a doctor, and how it might not be the end of the world to take a year off before going to university or college. Riaz's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/riaz.mohammed.526 Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Riaz Mohammed.

Chris Opoku is both the Youth and Communications Coordinator for one of the fastest growing non-profit community based agencies in the region of peel. He manages multi-site programs, supports youth development, and coordinates social media/websites among many other roles. Originally from Kumasi, Ghana, Chris grew up in Rexdale, eventually pursuing the recreation field. He was also a former Municipal Youth Engagement Coordinator among various roles with Canada's sixth largest municipality for the past 9 years. Chris is a graduate of Humber College where he earned a diploma in Recreation and Leisure Studies. Among many other skills, he is a counselor, a program developer, a workshop facilitator, a certified basketball/soccer coach, a certified referee, and a former soccer league convenor. On this episode, we talk about the side of Chris most people don't know about, his experiences growing up without a male role model in his life, how he uses his past to impact his clients lives as a youth worker, and his upcoming wedding! Chris' Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wallace416/ Chris' LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-opoku-b6a285b0/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Chris Opoku.

Adrian Wallace is the executive director and series creator of the popular GTA web series "Courtside". Growing up in Malton, Mississauga, he was inspired by his upbringing and the culture around him which led him to turn what was once a college assignment into one of the most popular web-series out there! Adrian is a graduate of Humber College where he earned two advanced diplomas in both Film and Television Production and Comedy Writing and Performance. Among many other skills, he is a creative entrepreneur, writer, dramatic talent, comedian, content producer, photographer, videographer, blogger and just an all around jack of all trades. On this episode we talk about about Courtside, his workflow, and the stigma around pursuing the creative entrepreneur field, which may not always yield tangible measures of success compared to traditional fields. Adrian's Website: http://awallace31.wixsite.com/iamadrianwallace Adrian's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/awalllove/ Adrian's Twitter: https://twitter.com/AwallTalent Adrian's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheRealAdrianWallace Courtside's Website: https://www.courtsideseries.wordpress.com Courtside's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/courtsideseries/ Courtside's Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/courtsidewebseries/?ref=br_rs Courtside's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC465jlaBaST2wNKOnWAVY1A Buzz & Other Drugs Website: https://www.buzzandotherdrugs.wordpress.com Buzz & Other Drugs Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/buzzandotherdrugs/ Check out the boys from The Backpocket Podcast: Website: https://www.yourbackpockets.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thebackpocketpodcast/ Youtube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCYurP16n45Df8pzZ_aYdraQ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Adrian Wallace.

Kara Lee Daley is the Pastor, Administrator and Worship Leader for an inner city church in the downtown core of Toronto, Canada. Originally from Bathurst, New Brunswick, she graduated from Master's College and Seminary with a Bachelor of Theology in Cross-Cultural Studies and was ordained with the CAOG in 2012. Among many other skills, she is a graphic designer, a counsellor, and an aspiring author working on multiple projects at the moment. On this episode we talk about her process, being a female in a typically male driven field, her international missions trips and how to find peace and purpose in the midst of hardship. Makeup Done By Felicia Fatima: https://www.instagram.com/feliciafatima/ Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Kara Lee Daley.

Jonathon Mitchell is a Provincial Youth Outreach worker that primarily works in Malton, Mississauga but serves thousands of youth across the Region of Peel in Ontario, Canada. He is a multi-talented professional, an entrepreneur having started his own clothing line "WSTND Apparel", a professional dancer, is Malton's STANDARD for fashion and most importantly a fellow #BeardGang Brother. On this episode we dive into his work ethic, his daily grind, fashion/culture, and how he persisted despite obstacles in his life. Jon's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/johnnywstnd/ WSTND Apparel: https://www.instagram.com/wstndapparel/ Jon's YOW Instagram: @jonathonmitchell.gta Shop WSTND Apparel: https://www.wstnd.ca Jon's Wife's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jilltrill/ Jon's Wife's Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/user/StylezzPetro As promised shoutout my boy Dre: https://www.instagram.com/dre.905 Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com Special Guest: Jonathon Mitchell .

Welcome to Real Community Talks, a video and audio podcast, dedicated to making real conversations with community influencers available to everyone. I am your host Matt Da Silva and I meet with some of the dopest influencers across the greater Toronto area who by the world standards may be micro level influencers but I know are doing macro level things. Stay tuned every Tuesday night as we dive into each guest’s life, talk process, and get to explore their unique story which moulded them into the person they are today. The stories you hear are not necessarily formula's for success but examples of individuals who are making their dreams possible despite obstacles. I firmly believe that everyone has a unique story that could potentially change someone's entire perspective on their circumstance. I hope you enjoy the show! Connect with Real Community Talks: Subscribe to our YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/user/ljehipjij2ioj Instagram: http://instagram.com/realcommunitytalks Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Real-Community-Talks-163630714364865 Website: http://www.realcommunitytalks.com