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Keynote:  Sam Demma
Friday morning, and Saturday morning 


At 22 years old, entrepreneur, youth coach, and keynote speaker Sam Demma doesn’t let his age define his drive or credibility. His goal is to provide people of all ages with the tools and strategies they need to become the change-makers in their schools, businesses, communities, and in the lives of those around them. And it all started with...garbage. At the age of 17 he co-founded PickWaste, a grassroots initiative that brings people together to pick up trash in their communities. That experience confirmed to him how small actions can have a big impact, and he lives that message in all he does. In a few short years his inspiring and entertaining presentations have reached thousands of students across Canada and his High Performing Student program has made a difference for young people in 6 countries around the world. He’s delivered two TEDx talks, he is the youngest Board Director of the Canadian Association of Professional Speakers, and there’s no limit to where small actions will take this big thinker.


Keynote Description:
Your actions matter. You’re making a huge impact. Your role in education is similar to a gardener. You plant seeds, water them and sometimes don’t see them grow. Sometimes it takes 15 years before a student reaches out to tell you how much of an impact you had on them. 

Sam’s teacher, Michael Loudfoot, changed his life. He believed in Sam when Sam stopped believing in himself. You have the opportunity with the students in your classroom. Through this keynote, Sam shares what Mr. Loudfoot did that made him buy into his lessons and leadership. You and your colleagues will leave this session remembering why you started teaching years ago.













Keynote (Friday Afternoon):  Dr. Julia Rheaume
Friday afternoon: 
What Makes a Great Middle School Teacher? 
Citing her latest research, and her work as the Assoc. Dean of Education at Red Deer Polytechnic, Dr. Rheaume will faciliate a conversation and presentation on what makes a great Middle School Teacher?   




Savio Joseph (Friday Night Social & Saturday morning panel)
​Hypnotist, Mentalist and Illusionist, Savio Joseph, began dabbling in the conjuring arts from the age of 10 and continued to further hone his skills to produce his own authentically styled entertainment. By interweaving forms of magic, pickpocketing, mind reading and hypnosis, he creates golden opportunities to witness unforgettable experiences. Through a trendy blend of hip hop and fashion, Savio Joseph brings forth refreshing, charismatic performances for those watching.
He was featured on Macleans magazine, in an article which unabashedly celebrates his passion and brilliance as an ambitious, young performer. Book Savio Joseph now for your events, whether it be a wedding or a corporate event, Savio Joseph has mind blowing entertainment to share for crowds ranging from hundreds to thousands and even more! Savio Joseph is the perfect source of entertainment and fun for anyone seeking an unforgettable time!




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