In Magazine: From Street Performance to Stunning Performance – Cirque Nouveau

Always a lover of the arts, I was able to write and sell an article to In Magazine on the origins of Cirque Nouveau in Montreal. This article traced the early medieval roots of the troubadours to the modern-age circus troupes like Cirque du Soleil and the training of the next generation at TOHU and the National Circus School.

Journalism: Reuters: news coverage

I covered a number of special events and news stories for Reuters in Montreal that were distributed throughout their international network.

This type of reporting requires extensive background research, confidence, interviewing skills and particular attention to deadlines, as some of these stories had significant impact on stock markets and investments.

Journalism: Chomedey News – Laval news

For nearly two years, I worked as a freelance journalist for Chomedey News – Laval News, one of the only remaining independent community newspapers in Quebec. In addition to interviewing key political figures, I research and reported on issues that directly influenced and affected everyday people in the Laval and Montreal areas.

Feature writing: Master Woodcrafstmen of Time and Space

This article was an in-depth feature on Louis Laprise, a now-famous Montreal furniture designer with unique style, and André Landry, an artist who creates stunning and unique clocks made entirely out of solid wood, with powerful aesthetics and delicate details. With vastly different and inimitable styles, they are two exceptional Quebecois artisans: a breed unto themselves, working raw materials into objects of beauty and transforming the way we interact with our space and the way we view time.

Feature writing: Peter Morentzos
This article for In Magazine focused on the creator of over 50 restaurants in and near the Montreal area, Peter Morentzos, and his unique concepts for his restaurants. While his style has evolved, the central theme has remained; there’s a distinctive style that you can spot a mile away: this article described how he brings his initial idea to the final product, giving its name, designing the concept, choosing the cuisine and creating the presentation.

Forest Certification Watch

I wrote a series of news articles for web and print for Forest Certification Watch, an initiative that focused on sustainable forestry news. These articles required interviews with featured CEOs and market movers, extensive background research and analytical news reporting.

Feature articles: Lifestyle

My freelance feature articles have appeared in local and national magazines. I write on lifestyle, environment, and business features.