Janet: A Journey of Survival

Our Entrepreneurs with Disabilities program doesn’t only help clients get their businesses off the ground they help clients overcome physical and mental barriers, one such client is Janet Brazil.

Janet Brazil is a survivor! A car crash in 1982 left her with a brain injury. She suffered from physical pain, memory loss, brain fog, confusion and loss of focus. Then yoga came into her life. It helped her stretch and strengthen her body. Concentration became easier for her. Her memory became sharper and brain fog was minimized.

Janet had already written her book but was stuck with moving it to the publishing stage, she also wanted to start her Yoga practice and of course the pandemic had other ideas. The EDP program got her through to the end, even assisting with getting an online yoga option on the table.

“Janet is the true epitome of a survivor. She kept up with the ‘To Do’s on her list and kept herself on track even though at times it was difficult. She could see the end goal and the possibilities and now is ready to shine”, says Kathryn Hotte Business Advisor for EDP.

Embarking now with her new business Whole Again Yoga and now excited to showcase her newly published book; Heal your Brain Faster: Empower Your Mind Through Yoga, Janet describes a 30-year journey that offers hope for brain injury and stroke survivors.

Support Janet on her entrepreneurial journey by purchasing her book at https://janetbrazil.ca/buy-the-book/

Sam; A Unique Artist with a Passion for Animals

Like other entrepreneurs, Sam came to our Entrepreneurs with Disabilities program with a business idea. Working one-on-one with a Prospect business advisor, a custom work plan allowed Sam to transform her idea into a unique and innovative business, something different from what’s out there.

Sam’s love for animals is apparent. She’s an advocate for them all and our rights as ‘Pet Parents’ to have them no matter where we live. Sam is also an artist so her idea for her business came through after some digging via business consultations with EDP. We were also able to get in on the Digital Economy Program (https://dep.businesslink.ca/) - a partnership with Business Link and Digital Main Street, this enabled Sam to develop an amazing website via Shopify.

Patented Pets ‘Captures the Essence’ by creating timeless illustrations of your cherished pet. And this is not your average pet portrait, this is different, unique and one of a kind. She has found a way to honour your special animal family members … with a twist!

“Sam has come a long way with developing this idea and then turning it into a full-fledged business. There were challenges, as there always are, but Sam overcame them. She not only conquered them but was able to embrace the journey and see the fruits of her labour at the end. And this isn’t the end, it’s just the beginning of what I’m sure will be great success” says Kathryn Hotte, Business Advisor for EDP.

Check out Patented Pets promotion video here: https://youtu.be/61C7_uvQQ9c

And the website here: https://patentedpets.com/

Support Sam on her entrepreneurial journey by ordering a customized, unique portrait of your beloved pet for yourself, friend, or family member today. They are truly a unique way to celebrate a beloved member of the family making your lives a little lighter.