I officially opened my driver training business in 2006, but my love for driving started long before that. I’ve been passionate about cars and the road since I was 4 years old. Even at that young age, I’d jump into any vehicle I could, always ready for the next adventure. The roar of the engine, the thrill of acceleration, and the freedom of the open road fueled a passion that only grew over time. Whether it was heading to the beach, driving up into the mountains, camping, visiting a farmhouse, or simply enjoying a winding, scenic road, I’ve always believed that the journey itself is the real pleasure—a sentiment all driving enthusiasts understand.

As my passion evolved, so did my dedication to driving skillfully, knowing my equipment, understanding vehicle limits, and, of course, avoiding collisions. As cities became more densely populated and roads filled with faster cars and distracted drivers, I realized just how critical these skills had become. When I earned my G license at 16, I remember thinking that the test felt far too easy. After all, a passenger vehicle is a 3,000-4,000 pound missile if you don’t know what you’re doing.

My first job was in automobile insurance sales, which led to a role as a claims adjuster—investigating accidents, determining fault, calculating repair costs, and assessing resale values. I saw firsthand just how often collisions occurred and how insurance rates skyrocketed. Everyone seemed frustrated with rising car insurance costs in Toronto and the surrounding areas. From there, I transitioned into working as a paralegal specializing in car accident cases, now representing clients on the public side and advocating for them in traffic ticket disputes.

I visited seriously injured drivers and pedestrians at Sunnybrook Hospital and saw firsthand the catastrophic injuries and the profound impact these events had on their lives. I listened to their stories—many of them recounting the details of the crash, the moments leading up to it, and the knowledge that someone they knew had lost their life. Almost every collision could have been avoided, if only they had been better prepared or more aware.

This experience drove me to analyze every collision scenario I encountered and to study the roads and driver behaviors more deeply. I began to see each road as a kind of chessboard, where each move had consequences. Predicting potential outcomes and preparing for them became a key focus for me, making it easier to plan and avoid dangerous situations. You might think, who has the time for this? But the truth is, anyone can develop a solid approach to safe driving with the right mindset and effort.