While embracing my ancestral roots and welcoming Toronto as my home, I’ve grown passionate about showcasing Toronto to the world. Ever since the start of the #LoveMyCityProject in 2014, it has been a personal mission to travel to as many countries as possible, while marketing Toronto and its teams across the globe for others to acknowledge. During my travels, I take Toronto-branded apparel to give out to the locals I meet. It’s a rare opportunity for them to build a bond with Toronto, while I get the chance to represent the city thousands of kilometers away. Out of the 23kg, that’s allocated to a standard luggage,  90% of the items I bring along are reflective of my city, such as the flags, the jerseys, the hats and the merchandise for locals. The passion and dedication I have for my project is something that motivates me on a daily basis. It has transformed my hobby into so much more than a mere social media presence – it has provided me with evolving career options and the freedom to create my own path.