JR LaRose

JR LaRose

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Vancouver, British Columbia

CFL Champion | Resilience | Equity & Indigenous Inclusion Expert

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JR LAROSE BIOGRAPHY

JR LaRose is a 2011 Grey Cup champion. A proud member of One Arrow First Nation, he is an ambassador for Aboriginal peoples. He is an accomplished speaker who has facilitated over 400 presentations throughout Canada and the United States since 2008. A proud family man JR’s path to success has been a long and hard-fought journey. Growing up in a low incoming housing in Edmonton’s inner city didn’t exactly set JR LaRose up for success but it did give him the drive to succeed.

JR LaRose grew up without a father and did not have the opportunity to meet him since his dad is of Nigerian heritage was deported back to his native country before JR LaRose was born. The family he was given at birth struggled with drug addiction, specifically his mom. It was not until later on where JR LaRose understood that his mother Barbara was a survivor of the Residential School system, where many First Nations children were torn from their families and culture only to be abused by those who promised them an “enlightened life”.

The abuse experienced by Barbara not only affected her life but also the lives of her children. Turning to drugs and alcohol to numb the pain of an abused past, turned Barbara away from her responsibilities as a mother to her two children. Like so many of his peers growing up in high-risk environments, JR LaRose faced a number of challenges with self-value, self-worth and had an anger management problem. Without the guidance and support of parents, JR easily could have fallen into a life of crime and drugs.

But a door opened to JR LaRose when a teacher suggested he become involved in a sport to help channel his aggression. JR LaRose was soon on the football field and dedicating his life to the sport. Coaches became a steadying influence in his life as a youngster and that through the power of sport, through the power of sport JR’s life was to take a new path.

Being taken in by a family at a local church was the catalyst to a new life for JR. The family that took JR LaRose in introduced him to the sport that would forever change his life. Starting football at the age of 15 gave JR LaRose an opportunity to develop skills and build confidence. It would also be the beginning of a long and passion filled career as a football player. In 2005, he originally signed with the Edmonton Elks as a territorial protected junior.

JR LaRose signed with the Edmonton Eskimos as a territorial protected junior for the Canadian Junior Football League’s Edmonton Huskies, where his team won the Canadian Bowl. He then played in the Canadian Football League for the Edmonton Elks and the BC Lions. As a professional football player in the Canadian Football League for nine years. He played four seasons with the Edmonton Eskimos. In 2008, he had is final season with the Elks In his final season with the team (2008), he severely broke his leg and ended his career with the Eskimos.

In 2010, JR LaRose tried out for the BC Lions and made it as a backup safety, although within playing 15 games with the team he broke the same leg again. After rehabilitation he was able to play in the 2011 season as starting safety, but in the last pre-season game he broke his forearm. LaRose was able make it back for playoffs of the 2011 season and help the BC Lions to victory, winning the 2011 Grey Cup, a moment he pursued for his whole life as his biggest dream. He played two more seasons with the Lions, which included what is said to be his best season of his career.

In 2013, JR LaRose started all 18 regular seasons games as well as picking off his first interception. After his 2013 season, he set his consecutive games played streak to 44 and beat many of his personal best records for tackles, knockdowns and fumbles. This year JR completed his ninth season in the CFL with the BC Lions and retired in 2014.

JR LaRose strives to achieve success not only on the field but off as well. His pride in his Native heritage and his heart for his fellow Aboriginal people was the inspiration behind his speaking tour. JR is a gifted speaker, whose story of redemption is universal, breaking down racial and generational walls, bringing forth a sense of hope and humanity.

His determination not to let a dark past rob him of a bright future has inspired thousands. He hopes to inspire thousands more through sharing his story and is on a mission to change the outcomes for those who face systematic racism, oppression or abuse. He brings the term “resilience” to have a whole new meaning, and is able to share the lessons he has learned along his journey to inspire new ways of thinking about ourselves or each other.

Recognized by his team as a community leader, JR LaRose has been awarded the team’s Jamie Taras award of Community Service for four straight years. He has also been nominated for the Canadian Football League’s Tom Pate award four times, which honors the player who demonstrates outstanding sportsmanship, contribution to his team, contribution to his community, and contribution to his association. JR is a spokesperson for BC’s Be More Than A Bystander campaign.

JR LaRose now travels with other speakers to bring awareness and to educate youth on the issue of violence against women. His mission is to continue to contribute to his team and his community as he endeavors on new ventures; always striving, always achieving.

JR LaRose Topic Presentations

JR LaRose Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada delivers keynote presentations, workshops, fireside chats, moderated Q&A, and other presentation formats on a wide variety of topics. Each presentation is unique, customized and tailored for audiences, industries, conferences and event formats.

The Power of Belonging: Creating Spaces Where Everyone Thrives

Building A Culture of Respect: The Foundations of Relationships in the Workplace

Mindset of A Warrior: Rising to the Challenge

Rising Strong: The Mindset of Perseverance and Growth

Raising Up Warriors: Redefining Strength and Responsibility

Breaking the Silence: Healing After Sexual Abuse

Empowering Indigenous Youth: Strength, Resilience, and the Future

JR LaRose Speaking Testimonials

We thought the presentation was very well done. JR had a large presence and great speaking voice. He brought a great message of resilience and overcoming obstacles. He was timed perfectly and left enough time to answer all questions and take pictures. There were members from his home community in attendance. His presentation really connected with the audience, and everyone seemed to be very engaged. Overall, we were very happy.    

Laura Dyck

Sask Sport​

Thanks JR for providing a powerful message and role modelling for the young warriors at our last Warrior camp.

Preston Guno

Northern 1st Nations child and family service council

I had the opportunity to work with JR for five years in delivering positive and impactful presentations to youth across the province of BC. JR exemplified diversity in his ability to carry any of our numerous initiatives and always represented our brand well in the community.

Sean McGarva

Sr. Coordinator, Community Relations
BC Lions

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