Miss Universe® Canada 2008 - The Magic Continues

AGE: 21 | HEIGHT: 5'6" | HOMETOWN: LaSALLE, QC

Born and raised in LaSalle, Quebec, Sabrina is a rare mix of Italian-Eastern Indian decent. At 21 years of age, Sabrina is driven by her own creativity. Her love for anything dealing with art since she was a child, has led her to earning her DEC in Interior Design at Dawson College.

She aspires to pursue a career as a professional Interior Designer, specializing in commercial design. For now, she will continue her studies in a French university to earn her Bachelor's in Architectural Design.

Sponsored by: Prestige Fitness, Danse 123, Paris Coiffure, Family and Friends.

Biography (click to open) ±

Besides design, Sabrina's other primary passion is dancing. She's been dancing hip-hop for the past 7 years and ballet-jazz for two years prior. To broaden her dancing capabilities, she's taken up Salsa this year. She's danced for The Children's Telethon of Stars, Heart of Life Foundation, and the local Italian church. She has also participated in several National competitions. She claims that dancing is her best means of expression.

Sabrina is a busy body. When she's not at school, work or dancing, she loves to challenge herself. Whether it's cooking up a new meal or photo-shopping memorable photos, she has to get her hands on something. She also loves to volunteer for good causes. And one of her causes is the animal community. She is simply infatuated with animals. She has helped volunteer for the S.P.C.A. Montérégie.

When she has the time, Sabrina also enjoys traveling. Given that she originates from two completely diverse cultures and speaking three languages, this young woman has always enjoyed exploring other territories. She is fascinated by culture. She believes that her knowledge on different ethnicities and lifestyles is what has made her a better person.

Sabrina believes that if she would win the title to Miss Universe Canada, it would give her the chance to help reduce animal neglect such as the numerous puppy mills situation in Quebec. She would also like to make Canadians more environmentally aware. Most importantly, she feels it is vital to give back to community as much as possible. "Because at the end of the day, having made someone else smile is all the more satisfying!"

Questionnaire (click to open) ±

Are you currently employed? If yes, what is your occupation?
Yes. Home Depot - Kitchen Designer

Have you completed secondary school? If yes, where?
Yes. LaSalle Catholic High School - 2003

Have you completed university/college? If yes, where?
Yes. Dawson College 2007

Have you completed any technical/professional school? No

Languages spoken Fluently (please include your native language if English is not your native language)
English, French, Italian

List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc).
Dance (Hip-Hop, Ballet-Jazz, Salsa), PIANO (6 years), DRAMA (2 years), Swimming

Please list any schools and universities (public/private/graduate/trade or technical) you have or are attending, as well as the area of study, graduation date and any degree or certification you received.
Dawson College - 2003-2007 - Interior Design (DEC), Social Science (1 year)
LaSalle Catholic High School - 1998-2003 (IB Program)

What charity/charities have you supported with your time and/or resources over past two years?
Heart of Life
31ST Annual Telethon of Stars
S.P.C.A. Montérégie - Dog Walk (Marche À Quatre Pattes)
Refuge R.R. (Horse Refuge)

What would be your "dream job" in life?
Professional Interior Designer specializing in commercial design (hotels, restaurants, retail) and Choreographing Hip-Hop choreographies for various music artists.

Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life? Why?
Alain, my boyfriend. He has added a whole new chapter to my life. He's taught me a great deal in the last 2 .5 years that I have known him. I've learned a lot about what is entailed when living on your own. We have plenty in common and value similar beliefs. He's shown me the ideology: "You have one life, live it." I have become a much better person in from his presence in my life.

What is the proudest personal accomplishment (other than being in this or any other beauty pageant competition)
Living on my own for the past two years. I didn't think I would ever be ready for it but I took the plunge. I've learned so much in such a condensed time frame of my life. It tested my independence at a new level.

What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
I want to be a Professional interior designer. I have my DEC in interior design from Dawson College. I will be continuing my studies for 3 more years in French at Université de Montreal to earn my Bachelor's Degree in Architectural Design. I would love to expand my knowledge on all aspects encompassing design. I want to work on Green Design projects as well. Eventually, after many years of work experience, I would love to share these experiences with others by teaching. I believe that's the most valuable part in a class, learning about a teacher's background.

Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was raised in a small town in Montreal called LaSalle in the province of Quebec. I am the only child in my family. Growing up as the only child taught me the most pertinent quality that I possess today: Independence. As much as my parents (especially my father) tried to guide or help me in whatever in life, I knew what I wanted and believed I could do it by myself. I just needed to know that they would be there to back me up.

List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
Telemarketing…1st Job, Quit because I realized I was just another job to snitch innocent people's money.
Working at an Ice Cream Parlour…very sticky!
Golf Dorval (Seasonal) - I did clerk and later cash. I enjoyed doing the décor and art for the banquets.

List any volunteering you have done.
Children's Telethon (Filling out pledges) - 3 years - Danse 123
Disabled Student's Association - Dawson College
Canned Food Drive - 5 years - LaSalle Catholic High School
Math Olympics - 2 years - LaSalle Catholic High School
Student's Afterschool Program - 1 Year - LaSalle Catholic High School

Where is the most interesting place you have been?
Rome, Italy - Definitely not built in a day. It is flooding with Ancient History and around every corner waits a breath-taking moment. I felt like a real gladiator at times!

What makes you unique and different from the other contestants?
I am unique from other contestants because I come from a rare mix of ethnicities. I'm a very passionate person in whatever it is that I'm into or plan to achieve. I am sincere and when I want to accomplish something in life, I'll find the means to do so. I love to learn from others. You can never stop learning in life.

What is your philosophy of/in life?
Every action done, every word said, creates who you are now and how you will become in the future. Don't regret something that has been done but instead, regret what you haven't done.
Oh and…
Smile! It takes a thousand muscles to frown but only one to smile.

What do you hope to be doing in 10 years?
I hope to working in a well-known design firm and raising my family.

Is there anything you would like to tell us about yourself? Something unique that has happened to you? Some interesting thing about you?
I love to laugh and I love to make people laugh. I am very passionate about things that I keep close to my heart. I am a very social person and I want people to know that I am very approachable. I enjoy learning from others and value their opinion.