Delivering impactful speaking, education, and facilitation services across community, healthcare, and corporate settings
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Michelle Smith delivers engaging and practical presentations that empower individuals, organizations, and communities to make informed decisions, build resilience, and create lasting positive change.
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Why Michelle?
Michelle Smith is an award-winning healthcare advocate, Registered Practical Nurse, Certified Return-to-Work Coordinator (CRTWC), writer, and community leader.
Known as "The Voice of the Community," Michelle combines professional expertise with lived experience to create presentations that are informative, relatable, and inspiring.
Highlights include:
Michelle Smith is an award-winning healthcare advocate, Registered Practical Nurse, Certified Return-to-Work Coordinator (CRTWC), writer, and community leader.
Known as "The Voice of the Community," Michelle combines professional expertise with lived experience to create presentations that are informative, relatable, and inspiring.
Highlights include:
- Certified Return-to-Work Coordinator (NIDMAR) 7+ years
- Registered Practical Nurse 24+ years
- Contributor to The Toronto Caribbean Newspaper
- Founder of JA Smith Consulting & Nursing Services
- Founder of JA Nursing We Care Inc.
- Named one of the Top 100 Canadian Black Women to Watch” by the CIBWE, 2015 Role Model and Achiever award” by the Black Canadian Awards
- Professional Role Model Excellence Conference 2016
- Over 160,000 readers reached through her educational blog and community content
- Health care Segment 105.5 fm
Signature Speaking Topics
Health Literacy & Self-Advocacy
Helping individuals navigate healthcare systems, understand their options, and advocate for better outcomes.
Mental Health & Wellness
Practical strategies for resilience, stress management, burnout prevention, and emotional well-being.
Workplace Wellness & Disability Management
Creating healthier workplaces through prevention, accommodation, recovery, and psychological safety.
Return-to-Work & Recovery
Supporting successful workplace reintegration through effective return-to-work planning and recovery-focused strategies.
Community Empowerment
Building stronger communities through education, inclusion, cultural awareness, and health equity.
Healthy Aging & Caregiver Support
Supporting older adults and caregivers with practical tools for wellness, safety, and quality of life.
Youth Leadership & Life Skills
Helping young people build confidence, leadership skills, resilience, and healthy decision-making habits.
Health Literacy & Self-Advocacy
Helping individuals navigate healthcare systems, understand their options, and advocate for better outcomes.
Mental Health & Wellness
Practical strategies for resilience, stress management, burnout prevention, and emotional well-being.
Workplace Wellness & Disability Management
Creating healthier workplaces through prevention, accommodation, recovery, and psychological safety.
Return-to-Work & Recovery
Supporting successful workplace reintegration through effective return-to-work planning and recovery-focused strategies.
Community Empowerment
Building stronger communities through education, inclusion, cultural awareness, and health equity.
Healthy Aging & Caregiver Support
Supporting older adults and caregivers with practical tools for wellness, safety, and quality of life.
Youth Leadership & Life Skills
Helping young people build confidence, leadership skills, resilience, and healthy decision-making habits.
Michelle's Speaking Style
Participants can expect:
✅ Interactive and engaging presentations
✅ Real-world examples and practical strategies
✅ Thought-provoking discussions
✅ A welcoming and inclusive environment
✅ Actionable takeaways that can be implemented immediately
Participants can expect:
✅ Interactive and engaging presentations
✅ Real-world examples and practical strategies
✅ Thought-provoking discussions
✅ A welcoming and inclusive environment
✅ Actionable takeaways that can be implemented immediately
Speaking Topics & Programs
Recent Audiences
Michelle speaks to:
Michelle speaks to:
- Healthcare organizations
- Employers and workplaces
- Community organizations
- Schools and youth groups
- Nonprofit organizations
- Professional associations
- Conferences and special events