Speaking & Media
In addition to their active leadership roles within the Ambassadors of Compassion youth and adult programs, Eric and Jodi Hannah have returned back to their roots in film, and are in the early stages of developing a series of family-friendly feature films and teen comedies. They are available for public speaking engagements, media interviews, podcasts, television appearances, conferences, leadership events, and community gatherings.
With extensive backgrounds in film, media, leadership, and philanthropy, they share a powerful message of compassion, hope, resilience, and purpose. Through Ambassadors of Compassion and related initiatives, they have helped impact more than 120,000 youth, young adults, and families, creating opportunities for connection, personal growth, and emotional well-being. Their work encourages communities to recognize the value and potential of every young person by placing youth at the centre of encouragement, recognition, and opportunity.
Please view or download the Speaker & Media Kit below.
Booking Inquiries
Candace Chaput
info@aoclife.org
604-720-5959
@ambassadorsofcompassion @erichannahofficial @jodihannahofficial
How We Started – Our Canadian History and Measured Impact
Ambassadors of Compassion Canada began its Canadian journey in 2008 with the “Lift Up Vancouver” event, supported by iconic teams like the Canucks, BC Lions, and Whitecaps, alongside community and business leaders. From 2009 to 2015, pilot programs in Lower Mainland schools reached thousands of students, contributing to the 100,000+ youth across North America who have now completed the program.
Today, under the leadership of Canadian Executive Director Candace Newton Chaput—and with the support of the Lifted Foundation, Dallas Smith, and many other generous donors and partners—we’re bringing this fully sponsored, evidence-based program back to Canadian schools, equipping youth with the emotional resilience, leadership skills, and community connections they need to thrive.
Independent studies, including research from The Resiliency Institute in Calgary, show that 87% of participants significantly increase their emotional resilience, with measurable improvements in behaviour, attendance, grades, and self-confidence.
ONE OF THE FIRST PILOT PROGRAMS OF AMBASSADORS OF COMPASSION CANADA
On June 12, 2014, James Anderson Learning Centre became one of the first pilot schools in Canada to implement the Ambassadors of Compassion program. Twenty‑eight students completed the full AOCCS Journey—making them the first Canadian graduates of this transformative youth resilience and leadership curriculum.
The graduation ceremony took place at the Fraser Presentation Centre in Langley Township. Each student received their official Ambassadors of Compassion Certificate of Completion, and twenty graduates were awarded a $1,000 scholarship to Vancouver Career College, CDI College, or the College of Visual Art and Design.
Dr. Patrick Thomas, Principal of James Anderson Learning Centre, brought the program to the school because its values aligned with his vision for leadership development, emotional well‑being, and helping students build confidence and purpose. Students engaged with core themes such as setting goals, overcoming negative influences, developing personal responsibility, practicing forgiveness, and demonstrating compassion through action.
The celebration featured special guests including AOCCS Founder Eric Hannah and actor Noel G (Fast & Furious, Training Day, Bruce Almighty, The Dark Knight Rises, The Walking Dead), who joined the event via Skype to inspire students not to let others define their limits.
Students reflected on the program’s personal impact:
• “I learned to accept others and where they are coming from—and also to accept myself.” — Keegan Middleton
• “AOCCS helped me remove negative influences from my life and focus on the positives to become the best person I can be.” — Jessica Richard
• “I was shy before. AOC gave me confidence, helped me open up, meet new friends, and help others.” — Kelsey O’Hara
This early Canadian pilot set the foundation for Ambassadors of Compassion’s future expansion across the country. Its success demonstrated the program’s ability to build emotional resilience, leadership skills, and compassion in young people—strengthening communities and inspiring a model that continues to grow nationwide.
A Message From Our Founder - Eric Hannah
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Organization: Ambassadors of Compassion Canada Society
Address: #404 – 1688 152 Street, Surrey, BC V4A 4N2
Email: candace.chaput@aoclife.org
Phone: 604-560-8886
We acknowledge that Ambassadors of Compassion Canada operates on the unceded, traditional, and ancestral territories of the Coast Salish peoples, including the Kwantlen, Katzie, Semiahmoo, and Tsawwassen Nations. We honour their enduring connection to the land, waters, and community