BMO

“Emily came to my workplace as a guest speaker for the United Way. She had shared ahead of her visit, links to her own site and to her story in Toronto Life so I had an opportunity read a few things before getting to meet her in person. These didn’t really prepare me to experience such a lovely and genuine person who was brave enough to share what to me was a journey that was frightening but eventually a great story of second chances. Emily is …I think (mostly) not afraid to describe sad and terrible things she experienced but also deservedly (but still cautiously) proud to tell you about the things she worked very hard to overcome. She is very special and amazing a real personal you can immediately relate to…to be afraid with as she tells her story…and to be completely moved by Emily is now one of my life heroes I sincerely encourage you to let Emily take you on your own journey with her and her inspirational story you can thank me later. ☺ “

Eva’s Initiatives

“Emily speaks about her experience as a homeless youth with passion and authenticity. She is brave and thoughtful each time she shares her story. I have seen her move the hearts of many who hear her speak. She effectively challenges us to look at youth homelessness differently and has used her voice to initiate change.”

College Professor

“Emily Wright has visited with my students for a number of years, and her presentations are always a highlight for the students’ understanding of human rights issues. Emily is inspiring, provocative, and engages her audience from start to finish.”

Early Childhood Educator

“I was teaching my class about service dogs and asked Emily to come in to talk to my class about the job of service dogs. Kailey, Emily’s service dog, was beside her the whole time, alert and focused. Emily showed my class the various items required for service dogs and even got Kailey to do a trick. The class really enjoyed the visit, and got to do a follow up activity on service dogs that Emily provided to us. I highly recommend Emily as a presenter and guest for even the youngest of children.”

Consultant, Former Executive Director

“I have had the honour of watching Emily begin as a storyteller in 2010 and grow into the incredibly captivating speaker she is today. Emily speaks with bravery and courage as she shares her personal story of perseverance while educating the public about issues faced by homeless youth, and the stigma attached to individuals who are challenged by issues of mental health and addiction. Emily is a passionate educator, speaker, volunteer and ambassador for many important community issues; and she contributes greatly to the community and those around her.”

Owner of Smith Haven Service Dogs

“Emily Wright is currently a board member with Smith Haven Service Dogs. Emily Wright brings to Smith Haven Service Dogs her knowledge of inclusion and accessibility, her strong advocacy and awareness expertise, her robust public speaking and presentation abilities, and her dedication to educating the world about accessibility, inclusion and service animals. She is professional, compassionate, and tenacious in all that she does and we think we are pretty lucky to have her on our team!”

Ryerson University Instructor, Board President of St. Clare’s Housing and Co-Founder of Peace Flag House

“Emily has been a guest speaker in my classes for several years. She courageously shares her personal experiences of homelessness with energy, compassion and dedication. One of the reasons I enjoy having Emily speak in my classes is because of the contagious energy she brings. Her sharing captivates my students while also touching on important issues of privilege, oppression, inclusion and advocacy that align with my courses expectations. Emily is kind and generous with her time, critical in her engagement, tenacious in her approach and demonstrates a deep concern for those who are subject to injustice.”