"I thought your message was amazing, and the way you presented it was just downright awesome. I've been going through some really tough times in my life, but what you said was kind of a punch in the face (in a good way) to try and find happiness. When you came to my school, that was during one of the times that I have given up, basically on my life. But when you talked about happiness, and the importance of staying alive really, it just hit so close to home, and I really believed it. So thank you so much for kicking me in the right direction." 10th grade student, 2014
"Calvin, you were wonderful. You are worthy of love and worthy of loving yourself. You warmed the cockles of my heart today, thank you." Jane Irwin, presentation attendee, 2012
“Thanks so much for taking the time to visit our group. I think people really got a lot out of your talk. Many of them have asked when you’ll be coming back! … You have an open invitation to the group.” Marney McDiarmid, FUSE Coordinator, 2009
“While I recognize your relationship with West Hill was through one event, the ripples of your reflection and continued conversation still affect us. Your work on behalf of LGBTQ, including the education you provide about transsexuality and transgender issues, is invaluable. The response I heard from West Hill people was incredibly positive about what you said and the impact you had on their worldview.” Dana Wilson-Li, Chair, West Hill United Church, 2009
“You got rave reviews from Frontenac students and teachers!” Agatha Zarzycka, Reelout in Schools Project Coordinator, 2008
“Your enthusiasm, your ability to identify the important issues and then focus your attention on them, your clarity of purpose and your ability to clearly articulate your thoughts and ideas has been much appreciated.” Elaine and Murray Wilson, Co-Chairs, United in Marriage Communication Workshops for Couples, 2008
“Calvin is very articulate, gracious and ‘plays well with others.’ He listens well, is careful with his words, and seeks positive solutions. I appreciate his openness and sensitivity to other viewpoints, as well as his willingness to raise challenging questions and address difficult issues. Calvin is one of those rare individuals whose oral and written communication skills seem equally strong.” Carol Wise, Executive Director, Brethren Mennonite Council for LGBT Interests, 2008
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