“I am not afraid,
I was born to do this.”
- Joan of Arc -
Hope + Courage Creator
Vanisha Breault is the Founder and CEO of Terminator Foundation, a trailblazing organization revolutionizing approaches to mental health and addiction recovery through her innovative ABRT methodology.
As a fierce and passionate keynote speaker, Vanisha commands the stage with raw authenticity and a powerful voice that moves audiences to their core. Drawing from her own journey as an underdog, she speaks directly to the heart and soul, inspiring individuals to rise above adversity, embrace their inner strength, and rewrite their narratives. Vanisha’s versatility allows her to connect deeply with diverse audiences, from corporate leaders seeking to foster resilience and innovation, to community groups and large-scale events aiming to inspire transformative change.
Vanisha has been recognized as a "Social Justice Warrior" and a "Champion for Many" by CTV News for her relentless advocacy across Alberta and Canada. Her groundbreaking work has earned her a reputation as a bold and transformative leader in the fight to dismantle stigma and create lasting change.
She is also the author of the Amazon bestseller, Ordinary Courage: One Woman’s Story of Overcoming Insurmountable Odds, a gripping testament to resilience and the human spirit that continues to inspire readers worldwide.
With over two decades of advocacy for mental health, addiction recovery, and domestic violence awareness, Vanisha’s work embodies a fearless commitment to vulnerability, compassion, and forward-thinking perspectives. Her personal experiences fuel her passion to challenge societal norms and empower others. This mission extends to her role as the host of Ordinary Courage, a podcast ranked among Canada’s Top 100 Relationship Podcasts.
Vanisha holds a Bachelor of Arts with honors in Counselling and is a Certified Professional Life Coach (CCF). Her influence has been recognized through numerous accolades, including the RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards nomination, the 2020 Difference Maker Award from the Universal Women’s Network, and most recently, the prestigious King Charles III Coronation Medal, awarded in recognition of her outstanding contributions to her community, province, and Canada.
Beyond her professional achievements, Vanisha finds immense joy in her family life in Calgary, Alberta, with her four grown children and grandchildren. Whether cheering on Terminator’s athletes, engaging in playful sword fights with her grandkids, or pounding the pavement on a run, she lives with the same fiery determination that defines her work.