{"id":2469,"date":"2014-01-31T23:26:47","date_gmt":"2014-01-31T15:26:47","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/?p=2469"},"modified":"2014-04-05T19:21:39","modified_gmt":"2014-04-05T11:21:39","slug":"journey-to-the-crown-tayler-jotie","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/canadianinquirer.net\/v1\/2014\/01\/31\/journey-to-the-crown-tayler-jotie\/","title":{"rendered":"Journey to the Crown: Tayler Jotie"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Photo courtesy of Norm Lee.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Tayler Jotie was just like any normal young woman\u2014making a living, learning about life one day at a time\u2014until a visit to the mall changed her life for good.<\/p>\n

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A Day at the Mall<\/b><\/p>\n

Would you believe that Tayler\u2019s first hand at modeling was achieved with the help of her grandparents?<\/p>\n

\u201cMy Grandparents told me about the \u2018Be the Face of Central City Mall\u2019 Model Search<\/a> in November (2013),\u201d she recalled.<\/p>\n

\u201cI entered (the contest and) was lucky to be in the Top 18. During the competition, I sang for the first time on stage and ended up winning the modeling contract for Central City Mall,\u201d she beamed.<\/p>\n

But more than winning a modeling contract, she also gained the opportunity that thousands of young ladies are wishing for.<\/p>\n

\u201cI was introduced to Ike Lalji, chairman & CEO of Miss World Canada. I was given the amazing opportunity to be sponsored by Miss World Canada is this year\u2019s 2014 Pageant!\u201d Tayler shared.<\/p>\n

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Miss World Canada candidate Tayler Jotie. Photo courtesy of Zed Studio 7.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Journey to the Crown<\/b><\/p>\n

\u201cSince November, I have been introduced to such an amazing group of people within the Miss World Canada Organization, as well as in the community,\u201d Tayler said.<\/p>\n

Being part of a major beauty pageant entails perks as well as responsibilities, but Tayler is enjoying each opportunity as it comes.<\/p>\n

\u201cIt\u2019s been such a great experience to meet new people every day, and to be a part of something like this,\u201d she said. \u201cIn such a short period of time, I have been able to participate in Variety Children\u2019s fundraisers & community events around the city.\u201d<\/p>\n

As a candidate, a busy schedule must be braved with a beautiful face and always pleasing personality. So, what\u2019s keeping Tayler motivated?<\/p>\n

\u201cWhen I learned how much good you can do (in helping) children around the world and to voice what you believe in, that\u2019s exactly what inspired and motivated me to be a part of Miss World Canada,\u201d she explained.<\/p>\n

\u201cThe feeling you get from helping others is nothing you can explain (and) to experience this is so rewarding,\u201d Tayler smiled.<\/p>\n

While most contestants hire a \u201cbeauty pageant coach\u201d to guide them through the process, Tayler chooses to learn by herself along the way.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am learning this new world from scratch\u2014not only to gain experience and teach myself along the way\u2014but to also show every young girl that you can do anything you put your mind to,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

Tayler is keeping herself\u2014and her mind\u2014open to attend all events and she gets invited to. She prioritizes volunteer events for charities where she could pitch in and help out as much as she can.<\/p>\n

Physically, she practices yoga to keep her beauty queen body.<\/p>\n

\u201cA few times a week I also do hot yoga to keep healthy and to stay in touch with my inner self,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n

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Photo courtesy of Tayler Jotie.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

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Life goes on<\/b><\/p>\n

Tayler shared that if she\u2019s not a Miss World Canada candidate, she\u2019d be a business liaison officer for an environmental corporation who dabbles in civic events and advocacies.<\/p>\n

\u201cI would continue to work full time\u2026 as a business liaison, as well as attend numerous community events, primarily focused on anti\u2010bullying,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cMiss World Canada has shown me how important it is to help others in need. Even if I was not participating in the Miss World Canada 2014 Pageant, I truly believe that I would still be working towards voicing anti\u2010 bullying to people within my community,\u201d she added.<\/p>\n

Learning more about Miss World Canada helped Tayler to understand their slogan better, which is \u201cbeauty with a purpose.\u201d<\/p>\n

She found out more about the different causes that Miss World is championing and she is more than excited to help out in any way that she possibly can.<\/p>\n

\u201cI am a firm believer that every child should feel special & loved. This is why I want my voice to be heard about anti\u2010bullying,\u201d she said. \u201cGrowing up, I was a victim of bullying. (People) do not realize how many forms of bullying there are. I want to help stop children from being hurt physically and emotionally.\u201d<\/p>\n

Holding a cause close to her heart, Tayler vows to learn from her life experiences\u2014whether from her childhood or from Miss World Canada.<\/p>\n

\u201cThis is one of the lessons that I will take away from joining Miss World Canada\u2014to speak for those who cannot.\u201d<\/p>\n

She wants to encourage others\u2014especially aspiring beauty queens\u2014to pursue their dreams and push through the tough times, just like she did.<\/p>\n

\u201cI truly think it is a privilege to mentor young girls and pass on the lessons I have learnt. I want to share my story with them that anything is possible to achieve that you want in life,\u201d she shared.<\/p>\n

Tayler believes that nothing can stop a person from achieving his\/her goals except the person himself\/herself.<\/p>\n

\u201cNothing has to be hindered by where you come from, or how you were brought up, or how much money you have. It\u2019s within, it\u2019s your drive, it\u2019s your confidence, your kindness\u2014it\u2019s you,\u201d she said.<\/p>\n

\u201cMy advice to aspiring beauty queens would be to follow what you truly believe in and don\u2019t feel like you must act or be a certain way to please others. Your true beauty from within will shine the most,\u201d Tayler said, flashing her winning smile that radiated her beauty within.<\/p>\n

Support Tayler and vote for the People’s Choice Award by clicking here<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n

Follow Tayler and help raise awareness and funds for the causes she’s championing. Visit her fund raising page by clicking here<\/a>.\u00a0All photos used with permission.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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