Kelly L. Howarth
Author · Educator · Facilitator · Coach
Growth begins when we become willing to see ourselves—and what is possible—a little differently.
MEET KELLY...
Kelly L. Howarth, M.Ed., PPCC
Hi! Thanks for stopping by!
My professional journey took an unexpected turn when I was asked to teach a cake and pastry course—an amusing assignment for a corporate recruiter ready to pivot toward something new. That first class lit a spark. Before long, I was facilitating job-search workshops, drawing on my recruitment experience to help others recognize their strengths and transferable skills.
That path eventually led to teaching interpersonal and personal development skills, educational consulting, and designing and evaluating learning programs. Along the way, I returned to university to earn a Master of Education in Curriculum and Instruction while home educating my son—still my proudest accomplishment.
Life provided an education of its own. I navigated a period of profound transition that required me to let go of relationships, roles, expectations, and dreams I had once imagined for myself. In learning to move through loss and uncertainty, I discovered something that continues to shape my work today: change can unsettle us, but it can also invite us to reconsider who we are, what matters, and what might come next.
Today, my work brings together many strands of my life—as an educator, facilitator, consultant, coach, and writer. While the roles may differ, the common thread is people: how we learn, grow, navigate change, and discover what is possible.
When I’m not working or writing, you might find me dancing to a Body Groove video, experimenting with vegan and gluten-free treats, or enjoying Montreal’s rich cultural scene.
I bring an eclectic mix of lived experience, professional knowledge, curiosity, and humour to what I do. More than anything, I believe in creating space for reflection, learning, connection, and meaningful growth—wherever we happen to be on the journey.
Cheers,
Kelly
In their words...
I am impressed with how well you listen and adapt yourself to the complete reality of the other rather than just applying theory and cliché. I am grateful for your trust in me and for making me feel safe and heard. — Annamarous, Doctor/Artist
Kelly is an engaging and talented presenter who has so much to offer her audience. Kelly has outstanding active listening skills and is able to make each audience member feel like they at one with her. I would highly recommend her as a Corporate Speaker! -L. Kosatsky, Coach, Montreal, QC
You are totally FAB! You have great energy and I love your non-judgmental nature. -Professional Development Workshop Participant, Chateauguay, QC
Kelly, you inspired our inner child to come out and play!
-Transition to Work Student, Nova Career Center, Chateauguay, QC
Kelly respects us as intelligent learners. -Student, Champlain College, Saint-Lambert, QC
Her gentle, non-authoritative approach left me lots of space to propose solutions to my topics, assisted by her helpful suggestions and comments. When discouraged by feelings of having gotten bogged down or losing my path, Kelly would gently steer me back on course again. -Graham S., Montreal, QC
I loved how engaging this class was and the topics were really helpful. -Darius, Cree Adult Learner, Eeyou Istchee College, Chisasibi, QC
I've never lauged so much in a classroom. With the way that you brought us all to work together, I think that helped us feel more comfortable amongst one another, and it brought us out of our shell. -Cree Adult Learner, Eeyou Istchee College, Chisasibi, QC