Jackie is finishing up her kinesiology degree at York University with plans to study nutrition at Ryerson University. She volunteers as a mentor for a youth group and speaks to groups of teenagers about dealing with life’s challenges.

Born with a vascular malformation in her left leg, her condition was fairly manageable during childhood. One day, as she was leaving school, she spontaneously fractured her tibia and fibula. After a very lengthy recovery, she needed two canes to walk. Her life was completely changed as she had to adjust to her limited mobility.

Today, when not at school, Jackie enjoys exercising, baking, reading, and spending time with her family and friends.