John provides a strong voice of advocacy for vulnerable and exploited young people. In 2014, John testified before the Standing Justice Committee on federal prostitution legislation, Bill C-36; provided consultation on Ontario’s 2016 Strategy To End Human Trafficking; was an Affiant in R v NS, Ontario Court of Appeal, 2021 to ensure continued protections for vulnerable women and children against pimps in the sex trade.
Watch John speak about the issue of sex trafficking in the Greater Toronto Area.
John lives in the Greater Toronto Area and is keenly involved in his local church and community. John is married and has three grown children. He is available for public speaking, consulting and teaching/training with churches, schools/colleges, youth agencies, law enforcement and community leaders.
- Book John as a speaker for your event: info@lifeworthy.ca
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ENDORSEMENTS:
“John, I’ve so appreciated how you speak and teach — acknowledging how deep and difficult the realities of sexual exploitation are, but at the same time speaking with a grace and approachability that empowers us to continue to lean in. Thank you for helping our church to step into more awareness and involvement.”-T. Sammut, Pastor, Upper Room Community Church, Vaughan, ON
“John’s experience allows him to tailor his presentations to fit the audience while maintaining a powerful message on how we can each make a difference…”-M. Baratto, Executive Director, Father’s Heart Healing Ministries, Arthur, ON_____________________________“John teaches with passion and engages students to understand social issues with a critical mind.”-J. Charters, Police Foundations Instructor, Humber College
“John leads with his heart, and is sustained by his faith… He is a voice of experience and hope.-S. Prime, Elder and Chair, Worship Committee, Kingsway Lambton United Church