For more than 25 years, TJ has called Okotoks and the Foothills region home, where she raised her three children and became deeply connected to the people, schools, and neighbourhoods that make this area special. Before settling in Okotoks, she lived in Calgary after moving west in 1996, bringing with her small-town Saskatchewan roots that shaped her practical outlook, strong work ethic, and genuine appreciation for community. She studied at Queen’s University and Western University (UWO), earning Bachelor’s degrees in Biology, Kinesiology, and Education — a combination that reflects both her analytical mindset and her passion for helping people make confident decisions.