Cody has presented and spoken for many communities and organizations including:
Universities, Colleges & Post-Secondary Institutions
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University of Alberta
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University of Saskatchewan (U of S)
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University of Regina
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Saskatchewan Polytechnic (all campuses)
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Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT) (multiple campuses)
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Gabriel Dumont Institute (GDI) — Prince Albert, Saskatoon & Regina
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NSITEP — La Ronge
Conferences, Associations & Professional Organizations
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Saskatchewan Urban Municipalities Association (SUMA)
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Saskatchewan Chambers of Commerce
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Weyburn Chamber of Commerce
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Saskatchewan Assessment Management Agency (SAMA)
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Saskatchewan Health Authority
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Canadian Mental Health Association (Saskatchewan Division)
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Corrections Crisis Negotiations Teams of Saskatchewan — AGM
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Ranch Ehrlo Society — AGM
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SADD — AGM
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Contact Conference 2023 (Amplify)
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Edmonton Youth Conference
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Voices of the Youth Conference
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PAGC Fine Arts Festival (two appearances)
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Prince Albert Chamber of Commerce
Elementary & High Schools
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Tommy Douglas Collegiate
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Sacred Heart High School
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Carlton Comprehensive High School
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Prince Albert Collegiate Institute (PACI)
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La Ronge Churchill Community High School
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Melfort Comprehensive Collegiate
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Kindersley Composite High School
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Hudson Bay Composite High School
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Nipawin Regional High School
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Kipling High School
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Dillon High School (SK)
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Leask High School
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Birch Hills High School
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Meath Park High School
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Lemberg High School
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Lipton High School
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St. Louis High School
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St. Brieux High School
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Eston High School
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St. Walburg High School
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Little Red River Cree Nation High School
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Consort High School (Alberta)
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Elrose Community School
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Maidstone School
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T.D. Michel Community School
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Leoville High School
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Choiceland School
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Lumsden High School
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Wesmor High School
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Osborn Elementary School
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Red Wing Elementary School
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King George Elementary School
Indigenous Communities & First Nations
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Whitecap Dakota First Nation
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One Arrow First Nation
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Big River First Nation (Elementary & High School)
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James Smith Cree Nation (multiple engagements)
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Sturgeon Lake First Nation
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Montreal Lake Cree Nation
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Witchekan Lake First Nation
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Red Earth Creek (Alberta)
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Beauval, Saskatchewan
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Community of La Ronge
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Patuanak, Saskatchewan (two engagements)
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Denare Beach Evacuees
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Cumberland House
Métis Locals & Indigenous Organizations
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Métis Nation–Saskatchewan
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Carrot River Métis Local
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Big River Métis Local
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Jim Brady Métis Local — La Ronge
Treatment, Recovery & Social Services
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Valley Hill Treatment Centre
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Homeward Bound Prince Albert
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John Howard Society
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First Nations Family & Community Institute
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Kin Enterprises Inc.
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Métis Addictions Council — Prince Albert & Saskatoon
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YWCA Prince Albert
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Ignite Adult Learning Corp
See What Others Have to Say!
"Cody Demerais has been an exceptional keynote speaker and collaborator for our organization. He
presented at four of our KNOW Conferences as an entrepreneur and joined us again during our Mental
Health Awareness Day to promote mental wellness and openly share his personal journey.
Cody is approachable, easy to work with and accommodating. His message is heartfelt, emotional and
deeply authentic. It resonated strongly with both our students and staff, leaving a lasting impression long
after each event.
We are grateful for the impact Cody has made within our community and look forward to working with him
again in the future."
-Nadine Craig, Saskatchewan Polytechnic
"I found that Cody D gave an excellent virtual experience to not only our students but staff as well. His willingness to share his life story was very inspiring to all.
Students from various grades were left with an important message: “No matter what life throws at you, you can over come and be successful in what ever you decide to do!” “Don’t let failures or wrong choices hold you in one spot-learn from them and make a plan to move forward”
This will be a yearly event for our school "
-Zena Fraser
"I had the chance to have Cody speak to the older students at my school and I can honestly say it was one of the most impactful presentations I have had the opportunity to experience. Cody spoke honestly and from the heart as he shared the difficulties he had overcome in his life. Cody's presentation left me with a feeling of hope for every student I have and will encounter. His message made it clear that each of us has the ability to change the path we are on in order to create a better life for ourselves and those around us. Each time I chat with Cody I am amazed at his ability to find the positive in every situation and his ability to remind the rest of us to do the same. I am so thankful to have had the opportunity to meet Cody and am grateful for all that he has done and continues to do for youth in our community. If you haven't had a chance to meet Cody or check out his store I encourage you to do so! Life's possibilities truly are "Limitless"!"
-Joanne Tournier
"The students really loved this presentation"
-Levay Wagner
"Our team has had the honor of having Cody present to many school groups participating in the P.A.R.T.Y. (Prevent Alcohol and Risk Related Trauma in Youth)Program in Prince Albert and Northern Saskatchewan. Over the past 5 years, we have seen him grow personally and professionally. His presentations are completely heartfelt, honest and inspiring to students, staff and community members. We definitely recommend him to any groups looking for presentations on living your best life, mental health, resilience, motivation and goal setting."
-Education Prevention
"Cody came to my class to speak to my Indigenous social work students and did an amazing job. His story is motivational and he is such a personable person. I will be bringing him to speak in my future classes."
-Carmyn Ernst
"Recently, I had the opportunity to see Cody present at Twin Lakes Community School. He spoke about his life journey and the struggles he faced, then how he overcame those struggles to work toward success. He also shared different strategies to help those dealing with stressful life situations, mental health issues, etc. Cody is very professional, organized and positive! I noticed he connected well with students and staff and brought a lot of positive energy to the room! Awesome job!"
-Shayna Burnouf
"It was a great experience having Cody share his story of inspiration and resilience with our staff at our annual staff development conference. Cody definitely brings authenticity along with highly relatable and relevant presentation material. Very Satisfied with Cody's presentation, and would highly recommend as a keynote presenter!"
-Brent Olson
"Cody was very understanding of my concerns and worked with me through time times that I was having. I throughly enjoyed my time with Cody and would recommend him as a life coach, mentor. Thanks for everything"
-Brandi Oliver
"Working with Cody was an excellent experience. He worked his schedule around mine. He helped me realize that I know everything needed to change my life and that's its a case of seeing the path."
-Lorne Oliver
"I recently collaborated with Cody on some coaching sessions and am grateful for the experience. Cody brought two great listening ears; a fresh, thoughtful perspective; considerate insight and working exercises that allowed me to broaden my viewpoint; and a warm, encouraging demeanor that made it easy to do the life-work. I would 100% recommend the time and investment to work with Cody; it's so worth it! Judi G"
-Judi Gurski
"I was recently coached by Cody Demerais through his practical for his course. Cant say anything but great things from Cody and how professional and understanding he was. Learned alot of valuable information and I took away alot more from the sessions than I thought I was going to. Keep up the great work Cody!"
-Maverick Hann
"Cody was Amazing, he truly puts his heart and soul into his presentations and connects with those he is speaking to. He is not afraid to show his emotions and be real. It was a pleasure to have him at our school and in our community"
-Sandi Toner
"I recently witnessed Cody offering a workshop on apparel creation for the 2024 Our Legacy Youth Conference and I am very impressed with his continued growth as a presenter and as a helper in community. He was so helpful, respectful and showed the ways of dynamic creating. He led the youth with enthusiasm and such a welcoming demeanor, I could see the youth grow from the first day where they knew nothing of apparel production to last day being skilled and so confident, prideful in their abilities. I highly recommend Cody in any areas that incorporate working with youth and all people for that matter. He works hard in every task and has his heart fully in with great energy and ideas for the betterment of community."
-Jennifer Sanderson
"Cody is a very genuine person who, through sharing his story, provided hope and inspiration to the students at our events. He was easily able to adapt and tailor his presentation to the needs of his audience and hold their attention. The feedback we received from the students was that Cody's story was eye opening, emotional and that they were able to relate to various parts of his experiences, in one way or another."
-Safe Communities Humboldt & Area
"Cody did a fantastic job presenting to our students. He was personable and approachable as he shared his own personal story. I appreciated his vulnerability and willingness to share his message of the dark times in his past and to give hope to those who may be experiencing similar circumstances. From a booking perspective, Cody was easy to work with and maintained great communication. Would highly recommend!"
-Kris Thulien
"Cody is a joy to work with. His passion for helping others shines through. I had the pleasure of working with him as a keynote speaker at our Convention in 2023 and as the Master of Ceremonies in 2024. I look forward to seeing his career grow as he gains more experience. His story can inspire many people in our province to understand the challenges we face and take positive action."
-Katee Galandy
"Cody was a great motivational speaker – he shared his personal story of rising from his lowest point and how he overcame his struggles. His story was very personal, and he connected with the students on a personal level by honestly sharing about his past and how he overcame his struggles. He shared about his struggles with addiction, mental health, incarceration, drinking and driving, and being in a difficult situation and how he was able to overcome those challenges to rise above and beyond. Our students were highly engaged in his presentation and everyone had great things to say about his presentation and his message."
-Sarah Milliken
"Cody is a fantastic motivator speaker. Our school body had the pleasure of listening to his story thanks to our SADD group. His presentation was perfectly tailored to the age group of our students, and he had a remarkable ability to communicate how his struggles and challenges shaped him and continue to provide strength and hope in a way that really connected with our students. Every student that I talked to afterwards was able to relate to at least one of his experiences, whether those of overcoming struggles with mental health, addictions, or incarceration, or of looking towards the future, believing in themselves, and acting on goals. We purchased several of his books for our library as a request from many of our students who expressed a strong interest in learning more about Cody and his life story after his presentation."
-Danielle Hardy
"Cody Demerais is a very talented speaker. He uses his real life experiences to bring life to the reality of mental health and addiction.
Hearing of the great experience other had when hearing his story, I was curious. I was very inspired and glad I got to be a part of this!
I really think his presentation is relevant for everyone. We are all, in one way or another, affected by mental health and addiction.
I very much enjoy his seminar and would 100 percent go again. It was very refreshing as well as inspiring. What a great guy and what a great message! Thank you once again Cody Demerais."
-Carey Enequist
"Cody is an amazing person inside and out. The fact that he is willing to openly share his struggles to help others is truly a blessing. There is value in his message for EVERYONE!"
-Oliver Jantz
"I highly recommend seeing Cody speak. His story is powerful and his way of teaching is very impactful. Lives have been and will continue to be changed because of him!"
-Tesa Thompson
"Cody's presentation was very motivational. He spoke from the heart and shared his journey of addictions and mental health struggles. His vulnerability and honesty bring something deep to his story. Captivating his audience is easy with his stories of real life struggles. Cody's grit and resilience is something that all audiences would learn from. A presentation that I would personally recommend to anyone."
-Cathy Curniski
"Cody spoke to our grade 8-12 students. He did not glamorize his years of struggle with addiction. Instead those early years set the stage for a foundation of life lessons to build a better future on. He chose a message of growth and overcoming struggles. He discussed how to avoid both comparison of oneself to others, and seeing oneself as a victim. Cody’s message helped guide students to focus on resilience, setting goals, believing in themselves and understanding that their potential is limitless. We were grateful to be able to hear his message in our community."
-Erin Swan
"Great message and presentation. Our students were engaged and I hope learned lots from the presentation."
-Cindy Thomson
"Cody delivered an amazing presentation at our Annual SADD Saskatchewan Conference this year. His ability to connect with youth through honesty, vulnerability, and powerful storytelling left a lasting impression. Cody’s message resonated deeply with our students and adult advisors with many highlighting his presentation as the best part of the conference. His energy, authenticity, and commitment to inspiring positive choices truly set him apart. We are incredibly grateful for his contribution to our event and highly recommend him as a speaker for any school, youth gathering, or leadership conference. Cody’s impact is real, meaningful, and needed."
-SADD School Outreach
"The students at Avonlea School were deeply impacted by Cody’s presentation. He sent a strong message about the consequences of destructive decisions while keeping the overall tone positive, hopeful, and inspiring. Cody related exceptionally well to students in Grades 7–12, sharing his personal journey from age eleven through his teen years and into early adulthood in a way that felt real and powerful. His pacing and timing were excellent, and he engaged students by walking around the room, making eye contact, and building genuine connections. He had positive interactions with staff and students before, during, and after the presentation, which made the message even more meaningful. We especially appreciated how Cody ended on a positive note, showing that it is possible to turn your life around, overcome hardships, and follow your dreams—no matter where you come from. His generosity in gifting books and hats, his commitment to inspiring youth, and the fact that he is Saskatchewan-born and raised made his message even more impactful. We would highly recommend him to any school looking to inspire and motivate students."
-Avonlea School
"His presence at our conference was tremendous. He presented at 4 locations in 4 different cities in a 2week time period. I was lucky enough to listen to them all. The way he connected with our students and visitors was wonderful. He touched many souls. Thanks for your story Cody."
-Sandra Szeponski
"It has been an absolute pleasure to witness how Cody has turned his pain into purpose. As a beacon of light for many, he is a living example that we are all truly limitless."
-Allan Kehler
"I want to provide Cody with a recommendation. SUMA hired Cody as the 2024 Convention master's of ceremony. Our delegates, our board of directors, and our staff group were all very pleased by Cody's work. He prepared very well for the duty and met not only my expectations but those of the delegates. SUMA conventions are very large events with more than 1,000 delegates in attendance. Cody's presentation skills are on point. He is very aware of the environment in which he operates. I wish to thank Cody for the EXCELLENT work and wish him the best of luck in his future endeavours! I would recommend Cody to anyone looking for a master's of ceremony."
-Jean-Marc Nadeau
"I heard Cody tell his story about 4 years ago. Upon hearing it again, last week, he has definitely fine tuned his talk with his story now and how sobriety has enhanced his life. He reached out to youth at the conference letting them know he had a tough and troubled youth, was in a major car accident while intoxicated and spent time in jail. Many of the youth related to Cody’s life during his younger years but he left them with hope that dreams can and do come true. Very inspirational!!"
-Liz Settee
"Cody's Story is Nothing short of exceptional. he is engaging in his speaking and presents a powerful message. would recommend to anyone."
-CJ Cartier
"Cody Demerais is a truly remarkable young man. Cody has overcome several obstacles in his past and through this experience has developed an amazingly positive outlook on life. Cody has shared his story with our students in a way that has allowed them to see that they can make positive choices in their own lives. He has allowed them to see that wherever they may be now, they can create a better life for themselves and those around them. Cody is honest, genuine, and compassionate and this is very apparent in the way he can connect with his audience. Cody continues to be an inspiration in my life, and I consider myself very fortunate that I have had to opportunity to remain connected with Cody through work and through the incredible business Cody has built for himself. Cody’s brand serves as a constant reminder that life truly is “Limitless”.
-Dwayne Tournier
"excellent motivational speaker! The way you opened and were real with my students helped your words resonate. As an educator, I always want my students to understand that even through obstacles they are never stuck or limited. Your background story, your present goals and attitude, and your brand really helped students see things are possible if they have a vision, the passion, and the drive. My students were completely engaged and even expressed they were inspired, because of you! Excellent speech, thanks for telling your whole truth."
-Amanda Jayne
"Cody's presentation was heartfelt, honest, and he connected to the students. After the presentation I
asked students what they thought, their response: inspiring!"
-Mary Maccoll