There's nothing like the force and challenge of a new ballet to galvanize everyone involved in bringing it to life.

Like everyone else, I want to go on dancing forever, but I know the day is going to come when I will have to be doing something else.

Even if I had nothing to do with the Canada Council, I'd be praying for it.

Surround yourself with people who provide you with support and love and remember to give back as much as you can in return.

You're terrified that nothing will ever give you the fulfillment that dancing has given you.

When I grow up I am going to be a ballerina. I will be in Giselle. It will be so much fun being a ballerina.

It's a time to reflect and appreciate all the contributions that others have made to my career and my life. My vision is nothing that hasn't been gleaned or understood from watching and working with so many people I admire before me.