LaurenAdams

As a new member of CERB, this is such a welcoming and comforting post. It really shows the character of the Board and its members that the founding principles of respect and inclusion are still present today. I'm really excited to get to know the members of CERB more and become more active in the community.

I'm a hybrid - a touring local! Although St. John's isn't my permanent home anymore, I'm hoping to visit on a regular schedule. I'm kind of like the opposite of going on a turn-around...I'll flying in and out of Newfoundland to work from AB! Haha!

As a part of the City of Edmonton's Licensing program, we (licence holders) are required to take a course that covers a wide range of topics. One thing that I was a bit surprised, but happy to see on the course outline was Taxation. It goes along with ensuring that every worker knows his/her rights and responsibilities to operating legally in our industry. The amount of misinformation, confusion and fear about taxation is astounding. I think that is great that every licensed girl in Edmonton will have had exposure to the basics, benefits and laws about filing. Whether they listen or not, at least it's being made available. I know the City is trying to come up with a strategy for this information to be distributed and tailored to the girls working without licences. Knowledge is power!