My favourite speaker of [TEDx Toronto]. - Erin Bury, blogTO.com

Just when I was beginning to think I was a complete failure because I wasn't able to get the best marks, you came along and turned me and changed the course of my life. You are simply amazing. - Anonymous note from a student at the American School of Doha (Doha, Qatar)

Your presentations have impacted my life in more ways then you can even imagine. You have given me direction, and a new sense of what I want in life. - “T.V”, Age 18, Fredericton, New Brunswick

When you spoke to us I felt like it was the first step to forgiving myself for my own ignorance and selfishness. No one's helped me like that before just by standing on a stage and talking. - ”Z.G”, 18, Halifax, Nova Scotia

Thank you for speaking with such honesty and being a breath of fresh air at the conference. You have inspired me to re-ignite my dreams and be the best person I can be. - ”K.S.”, University of British Columbia

Thank you for being a blessing. - ”J.K.”, University of British Columbia

Drew is the most inspirational and effective motivational speaker for youth because he gives you the raw and unedited story. He tells his stories from experience and incorporates humor in all of his speeches. He understands what it feels like to be a confused high school student trying to figure out where you belong in life. He makes the room become full of life and gets everyone involved! He has altered my perception of success and my perspective on life in general! Drew inspires you to make life changing decisions and definitely creates lollipop moments for everyone in the room! 
- Alisha Virmani, Age 16, Fredericton, New Brunswick

Drew's presentation helped me to realize that in order to be successful I have to be happy, and be happy with what I am doing. - ”Q.S.”, Age 17, Toronto, Ontario

When Drew told the story about his friend who refused to accept his degree, it was the first time I ever thought about school in that way... it made me ask myself why I go to school, what's it all for? - ”P.K.”, Age 16, Toronto, Ontario

I want to make a difference in this world and you helped remind me of that. Thank you. - “K.A.”, 17 years old, Toronto, Ontario


Throughout high school, I was always the underachiever. I was that student that had all sort of potential, but just didn’t want to use it. Drew helped me realize that any untapped potential was a waste and actually an insult to the people that never had this potential. I would suggest anyone that has the means to do so, to listen to Drew speak. To help open your eyes, ears, and truly realize the importance of living as if you every day was your last - Tyler Power, 19, Memorial University, Newfoundland