Here we go again!! I’ll be joining CTV News Northern Ontario as 6pm co-anchor & late night anchor.
A million thanks to my Mom for journeying to Sudbury to find a place, looking forward the adventure!
I’ve been quiet the last few days as anxiety is getting the best of me.
Sometimes it presents itself as dizziness, other times my heart races & my skin burns.
It’s tough to talk about because of the stigma & I know others face more difficult obstacles.
Just taking it day by day.
Everyone loves a happy ending but sometimes it’s just not meant to be.
An xray of Calaigh’s broken arm reveals a tumour - bone cancer.
My girl has fought hard, it’s time to make her comfortable & shower her with love until it’s time to say goodbye. Your support = everything ❤️
Today we said goodbye to Calaigh. She came into my life on a snowy January night.
There were four baby boxers but only one curled up in my lap. We were meant for each other.
A beautiful, loyal, gentle girl who could light up a room with her big grin.
No more pain for my girl ❤️
If you work in an industry long enough, it's bound to happen.
Breakfast Television Calgary has been cancelled.
I took a risk moving & learning a new role but I wouldn't change a thing.
Thank you for supporting the journey, it hasn't been easy & I'll never forget the love ❤️
Well Ottawa, it’s not goodbye forever but it’s goodbye for now. ❤️
I have loved being so close to home for the last nine years but I also enjoy a new challenge.
Thank you for your endless love & support 🙌🏼❤️
If you were watching CTV Morning Live today, you heard right.
I am leaving & next Friday will be my last day.
Sad to say goodbye but I look forward to celebrating our community with you for one more week!
I’ll share the next chapter of my career soon - stay tuned!❤️
So excited!
After 8 years on CTV, I needed a change. I am joining
@sparkcares
as Ambassador❤️
#SparkCares
matches people in physical need with a caregiver or therapist so they can live happier & healthier lives.
I will be sharing uplifting stories so join us for a daily dose of positivity 🙌🏼
My beautiful Grandma Lindsay peacefully passed away last night, on her 93rd birthday ❤️ Our family had an online video chat in the afternoon and sung her a very disjointed Happy Birthday song - rest in peace Grandma
A lot of people don’t understand why I left CTV. Sometimes it’s hard to accept we’re not happy because we feel like we should be. I’ve been in broadcasting for 10 years, I’m confident in my skills & I have faith that I’ll be rewarded for acknowledging what I need to be content ❤️
I started as a volunteer reporter at 16. I fell in love with broadcasting so I saved money to attend
@SenecaCollege
even though I’d never been to Toronto. Friday will be my last day on CTV after 8 years. I’m nervous to make the change but excited to keep following my dreams ❤️
I’ve wanted to spread my wings for a while. I’ve been working on my next venture for a month & I knew I was going to resign this week.
I did not expect to lose Calaigh so soon & it’s been hard.
But tough times make strong people & there is a light at the end of the tunnel ❤️
I am absolutely thrilled to share I have joined the Rogers family as we unveil a new look for Breakfast Television in Calgary 🙌🏼 I have the honour of joining Mike & Michelle as BT’s newest Anchor. Join us starting Monday, September 23rd at 7am 🌞
#bt
#btcalgary
#television
Last year I spoke out about having grey days. Smiling on the outside but not inside.
I spoke out. I sought help. I made changes.
I hope the same for all those dealing with mental health issues & together, I believe we'll get there
#BellLetsTalk
It’s official.
Saying 👋 to my condo & life in Calgary 🇨🇦
I thought I’d wait until things cool down or I land a job but it’s time to pack it in.
Lots of ❤️ to my friends (& viewers) in AB.
I will get to enjoy stampede, SOME DAY!
Looks like the Ottawa Valley is stuck with me 😋
Here we go again!
As many of you know, I excitedly accepted a contract with
@CTVNewsNorthern
in December and it has been a great joy getting to know the North.
However… I am thrilled to announce I will be joining the
@CTVBarrieNews
team FULL TIME as 6pm Anchor!
How often do you find yourself with paid time off and nothing holding you back?
I’ve always wanted to backpack but I’ve never taken the opportunity - I always put my broadcasting career first.
Next stop: Tokyo 🙌🏼
#followyourdreams
#travel
#backpacking
A special thank you to those who have expressed interest & concern about my absence. Your support means so much to me during a tough time and I'll be back on CTV Morning Live as soon as possible ❤️
Have you ever moved to a new city? Relocated to a place where you don’t know anyone because you’re passionate about what you love and want to follow your dreams? It’s not easy but boy, is it worth it.
The love from friends, family & online support means so much.
Thank you all ❤️
Calaigh would have turned 12 today ❤️ It’s been a year & I still think of her each day but now it’s mostly happy memories 😊Thinking of those that have lost pets & gently reminding you to love the ones that are still around!
I moved out of my place in YOW on Aug. 27. I spent a week in TO training, a week in Van, a week in an Airbnb in Calgary before finding my condo. It’s been a long 4 weeks, spread across 3 provinces, living out of 2 bags.
I’m very happy to be moving into my new home ❤️
#whatajourney
Calaigh is home & medicated. Seeing her this way is so hard, getting old is a bitch.
Your support & concern means so much to me but please, don’t share your advice.
I will make the right decision if the time comes 💔🐶
This wasn’t the way I’d hoped to visit Vietnam 🇻🇳
My brother was in a motorcycle accident & suffered brain trauma so I flew to Hanoi to coordinate the return to Canada.
It will be a slow recovery for Leo but thank you for the support & please keep my brother in your thoughts ❤️
I am absolutely blown away by the positive response and support surrounding the next chapter of my career here in Alberta 🙌🏼 Words can’t explain how much it means to me ❤️ I’m working on responding to all of your kind messages!
Watch us tomorrow morning, 7-9amMT on CityTV Calgary
Grey days, we all have them. But when the bad days begin to outweigh the good, it’s time to talk & make change.
It’s hard not to care what other people think or how our actions are perceived but we only get one life & I’m going to live mine to it’s fullest
#BellLetsTalk
Time to say goodbye to Renfrew & the Ottawa Valley ❤️
I’ve been fortune to spend the last year with friends & family but it’s time for the next chapter of my career!
Stay tuned 📺
#home
#nextchapter
#broadcasting
#tv
A glimpse of my new office 🙌🏼 I’ll announce my position tomorrow at 3pm on social media!
So excited for the next chapter of my career - thank you so much for following my journey ❤️🙏🏼
Thank you for the caring messages ❤️
Pous & I decided to stay in the Valley because of the lockdown & to be closer to my family during this transition.
Despite the hurdles, I still love broadcasting & I’ll be moving to wherever my next opportunity takes me. Wishing you all well!
Officially joined the 6pm news desk for
@CTVNewsNorthern
#Ontario
📺
Have you caught a show!?
I am absolutely loving the city, the crew & my wonderful co-anchor
@BrendanCTV
🙌🏼
Thank you all for the support ❤️
Enjoying the sunshine before it’s gone ☀️
Thank you all for being so incredibly supportive, this journey is completely new for me and your love makes a huge impact ❤️
Let the training begin! I’ll be spending the week in Vancouver preparing for my new role with Rogers 😊 Not my end destination but getting close 🙌🏼
Thank you all for your support during this new adventure ❤️
Rest in peace our sweet Gramma Diana Freemark ❤️
November 24, 1929 - December 5, 2019
Thank you to all that shared condolences, attended her services and donated to Diabetes & Dementia Canada ❤️
For those asking - I am traveling alone & it’s been wonderful ❤️
If you’re thinking of doing the same, feel free to reach out - I can share tips & my experience.
It’s fun, exhilarating & for me, the perfect time to do it - regardless of whether my friends could join 🙌🏼
All the talk around the
@CFL
Hall of Fame has me feeling nostalgic ❤️
The 3 seasons I spent as in-stadium announcer for
@REDBLACKS
were great - football, fans, WINNING THE GREY CUP!!
No matter where I live, I’ll have love for the nation’s capital and OUR
#OTTAWA
REDBLAAAAAACKS!
The last month has been amazing ❤️ A very special thank you to Spark Lifecare for giving me the chance to spend time with my family & travel the world. I have never had that opportunity.
Tomorrow is my first day in the office - wish me luck!
#newjob
#followyourdreams
@sparkcares
I have spoken before about having grey days and the importance of seeking help when the days become weeks.
It wasn’t easy but I asked for help when I needed it. There is a light at the end of the tunnel and boy, does it ever feel good when you finally step into it.
#Mentalhealth
Another interview today 😁
To those of you searching for your next opportunity, don’t waver! Stay strong!
These are tough times and we’ll come out on top ❤️
#broadcasting
#tv
#radio
THANK YOU for all the wonderful birthday messages ❤️
It’s been a challenging few years & your support means more than I can express through words.
Feeling the love, thank you!! Xoxo
I bought this Tom Ford dress at a consignment shop recently & paired it with one of my favourite Nine West shoes from far too many years ago ✨ My Mom gave me the handmade pearl necklace she bought from a local artisan in Progreso, Mexico 🇲🇽
#shopyourcloset
#consignment
#handmade
#TBT
I spent eight years with CTV Morning Live Ottawa and a lot of my time was spent on-location.
Here’s a glamour shot from the St. Albert Cheese Factory 🧀
Looking back - I treasure those years and the wonderful memories and great experience that came with the many adventures!
I had to put my pup down after almost 11 years and I didn’t think I’d want an animal again for a while. I adopted this guy from the Ottawa Humane Society (
@ottawahumane
) and helping him trust again has been great - I highly recommend adopting. It’s such a rewarding thrill ❤️
Feels good to be home ❤️ My childhood home was built in 1890 and my family has lived here for 35 years 🙌🏼
There were NEVER any great parties held here 😉
#home
#love
#family
#ottawavalley
It’s tough to be at my apartment right now so I spent the weekend in the country with my close friend & mentor ❤️
I haven’t had the chance to respond to all your messages of love & support but they haven’t gone unnoticed.
Thank you, it means so much!
Tokyo was a quick stop - final destination another 7 hour flight. It’s a country I’ve always wanted to visit but never had the time 🇹🇭
#travel
#backpacking
#followyourdreams
My 1st COVID-19 scare - I may have been in contact & got tested.
I’ve been out of the office for 3 days waiting for the result. Today, I received the negative but it’s a reminder, this is real & needs to be taken seriously.
Sending ❤️ to those struggling with the pandemic.
What an incredible two days ❤️ A block away from my old apartment in TO, surrounded by future colleagues & learning about why my new employer is great (excellent mental health support among other reasons). More excited than ever - can’t wait to share what’s next 🙌🏼
Thank you for the kind words, my brother is in the mend ❤️🩹
Despite everything that has happened, it felt really good to return to the station and get back on-air 📺
A special thank you to my manager and colleagues for the support.
It’s great to be back ❤️
@CTVBarrieNews
What an unbelievable day. Scuba diving in the Phi Phi islands at 40ft was challenging, exhilarating & absolutely breathtaking. I have my scuba certification but haven’t dove in years - such a wonderful feeling to challenge myself!
#followyourdreams
#scubadiving
#thailand
30 minutes of exercise for the next 30 days! Drop a ❤️ to show support for Jump In for Women’s Heart Health AND give me the motivation I need to KEEP GOING!!
Proceeds go to Ottawa
@HeartInstitute
& Canadian Women’s Heart Health Centre 🙌🏼
#giveback
#jumpin4hearthealth
What a year! New job, new place & so many new reasons to be thankful!
Your continued support means a lot and I’m excited to share what 2019 has in store ❤️
#happynewyear