What's Your Story? Global Rhythms

JaggerWhat's Your Story? features the different characters that roam the streets of Toronto. Every Monday and Thursday, a new person shares their story, likes and dislikes about the city, a little secret and more.

Jagger
Name: Jagger (and Chaya)

Age: 36

What neighbourhood are you from? Queen and John

What do you 'do'? Youth worker and founder of a non-profit organization called Global Rhythms.

How long have you been in Toronto? 7/8 years

What's your story?

I'm just a kid who loves growing as a person and who loves humanity and making a difference in the world. I love life.

I'm very spiritual and believe in a higher power. I don't believe in coincidences. Everything happens for a reason.

Favorite thing(s) about Toronto:

There's such a vibe in Toronto - it's inspiring to be part of the energy and life here. There are so many different things to do. It's very vibrant and multicultural. I feel alive here.

Least favorite thing(s) about Toronto:

People judging street kids and the homeless. Who are they to judge them? You'll hear so many different conversations about it and negative comments that don't need to be made. Try throwing a simple smile and be grateful that you're not in their shoes.

You have 24 hours to spend with someone who's never been to Toronto before - what do you do?

I'd pick out a list of the coolest and hippest spots, depending on their personality and who they are. Seasoned traveler? Nature lover? Queen Street and definitely Kensington Market. Maybe High Park. I'd take them to where the action is. In the evening, the Royal or Bloor Cinema to see a non-Hollywood movie.

One thing that your friends/family don't know about you:

I was abducted by an alien when I was 13.

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Hehe, nice guy but... puppy in a stroller? Even I haven't done that with my baby pug.

Posted by: Corina at October 2, 2008 10:46 AM

Yeah, I would have to agree that The Bloor Cinema is a must see destination for someone who really wants to experience Toronto ;)

Posted by: Vikkie at October 2, 2008 11:23 AM

i need that dog !

Posted by: m. at October 2, 2008 11:42 AM

I'm kind of curious as to how the dog ended up in a wheelchair. Poor little guy!

Posted by: Ratpick at October 2, 2008 11:43 AM

I am kind of curious if he took acid when he was 13.

Posted by: Munzz at October 2, 2008 12:05 PM

umm...this guy sounds like he's one tool short of a complete tool box. I don't mean that in spite...it's just umm...aliens? vibes? higher powers?

I'm sure I'll see him in Bill maher's new film, Religilous

Posted by: stating the obvious at October 2, 2008 12:14 PM

The dog is the best. I love the dog.

Posted by: somechick at October 2, 2008 1:11 PM

The dog rocks. There should've been more on the dog in the piece.

Posted by: chephy at October 2, 2008 9:55 PM

Jagger is an AMAZING MAN!!! In SOOO MANY ways...I believe that his comment regarding his least fav thing about toronto is due 2 ppl like the 1s who have made the above nasty & totally unnecessary comments...vibes...higher powers...makin a real difference every day...YEAH DUDE...whats YOUR story anyways?!?!? Lovin u Jaggs...keep shining that light og urs...xoxo

Posted by: AZen at October 6, 2008 10:41 PM

The reason the dog is in a stroler if you can not see is she just had surgery on her lip. She was born with Hair Lip. He is doing the right think. Not sure on the aliens but I believe in higher powers and so do many others. No need for nasty comments. He is not hurting you in any way but helping others.

Posted by: Darina at October 6, 2008 11:09 PM

Jagger is an awesome man with a good heart. You want a good time, he knows where to go and what to do. love you buddy...

Posted by: Arlene at October 6, 2008 11:18 PM

Friends! The "nasty" comments are all good - i find them entertaining! bout my pup Chaya (which is Hebrew "to be alive" and in puppy names means "pup with a zest for life"). My mom breeds bulldogs and she gave me Chaya cuz she was born with hair lip, as already mentioned. My mom actually gave me the puppy stroller and it rocks cuz you spend so much time at work and then want to go for a walk and can come home, go for your downtown walk and enjoy the city all while spendin time with your pup! so ya, at first didnt seem cool but its all about spendin time with her and it works - dont care what others may say cuz its all about spending time with her and gettin her outta the house. Today we actually went for our first walk on a leash cuz she is growing fast - she put up little fight at first but did really well considering her first walk on T. streets. Her dad has won Best in Show recently against all other Best in Breeds AND her grand dad was World Winner 2002!!!! I love her, she is cute as can be and sleeps in bed with me every nite!!! you can check out her dad and other bulldogs my mom has @ www.hoyasbulldogs.com Gotta jet - have my monthly analysis meeting with my Alien friends!

Posted by: JAgs at October 7, 2008 1:12 AM

you go for it jagger and chaya. people are just mad cause they dont have what you got. a cute little bulldog that has a good life. and I bet if there legs were sore they would take a lift in the stroller. Cause I would if i could fit in it. LOL Chaya should be spoiled.

Posted by: shirley at October 7, 2008 6:55 AM

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