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2 Paycheques Away, a nonprofit based in Vancouver, offers free haircuts to residents of the DTES and low-income communities to break stigmas and foster compassion.
Dive into the inspiring journey of Holly Hui, a dedicated barbering instructor, from her beginnings in Winnipeg to her thriving career in Vancouver, as she shares her passion for the craft and the power of perseverance alongside the emotional connections that define the world of barbering.
From 18 years as a social worker to his own Barbershop in East Vancouver, Ash Wednesday shares his life-changing story.
Gifted with an entrepreneurial spirit, Jason was determined to pull off his vision for the perfect barbershop. With years of industry experience and training in Blanche Macdonald's Hair Program, he was confident that he could do it. All he needed was a little support. Enter: Manager Cody Dunbar.
Humble and grounded, you won't find Barbering Instructor and Pro Hair grad Sandra Perovic boasting about her accomplishments...but that doesn't mean that she couldn't! Sandra has won numerous hair competitions across the globe, taking home trophies from the Mirror Awards and the Contessa Awards. She's even the first woman to take home the top prize from the American Crew World Barbering competition. Clearly Sandra has serious skills as a stylist. But despite all the evidence of her immense talent, Sandra is determined to continue learning and growing as a stylist. And she's dedicated to passing on her expertise to the next generation of barbers.
Back to Basics: Jason Hatheway & Cody Dunbar Revive the Classics at Black Forest Barbershop
Sandra Perovic: World Champion Barber and Barbering Instructor
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