Honey Anvarova

Height: 5’4
Hometown: Toronto, ON
Languages: English, Russian
Occupation: Software Product Designer

Honey Asal Anvarova, a Canadian residing in Toronto, is a Product Designer and a passionate advocate for the arts and singing. Born to a mixed Russian-Persian heritage, she endured a challenging childhood, running away at 17 only to escape again with her brother and loyal dog. Honey found solace and healing through opera singing. She hopes to inspire others who face adversity, showing them that regardless of their past or circumstances, they too can overcome and achieve their dreams.

What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?

I love to sing Opera and draw (realism & comic art).

List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc.)

I sang Opera professionally, taught to belly dance and I used to draw comic book art & realism.

In what sports, if any, have you participated?

I’ve done a 5k marathon previously, and I love a mix of dance and sport (Zumba, Belly-dancing etc.).

Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why?

My brother was an amazing role model, who taught me strength, courage, and supported me wholeheartedly through anything I’ve wanted to do.

What is your proudest personal accomplishment (other than participating in this pageant)?

I was able to secure my job as a Software Designer, being completely self taught with no formal education.

What is the most interesting or unique thing that has ever happened to you and/or what is the most interesting thing about you?

I graduated as a Police cadet (Y.I.P.I) and I got to shake hands with John Tory.

What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?

I sew and want to be a Fashion designer, I want to launch my clothing line that fits all sizes. I want to use social media to post tutorials on how to diy the dresses you see Hollywood celebrities wear for under $100. Fashion should be accessible to everyone! I want to share all the secrets.

What would be your “dream job” in life?

I want to be a Fashion designer, I believe couture and glamour should be accessible to all women. I would love to dress women of all shapes and sizes.

Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.

I was mainly raised in Canada and had a tough childhood. Luckily I was able to overcome many of childhood traumas and succeed in spite of them.

List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.

I worked a couple of minimum-wage jobs when I was younger. One place I worked at was Subway! And I loved baking cookies, one time I got burned from trying to save a tray of cookies from falling off the rack.

List any volunteering you have done.

I’ve done volunteering as part of being a Police Cadet, centring around people who were homeless, and endangered youths, as well as local outreach to kids in the neighbourhood. I’ve delivered food to the homeless, aid kits, and facilitated games for youths.

What is your most unusual talent?

Definitely my voice, my opera singing is pretty unexpected.

Where is the most interesting place you have been to?

I flew to Cartagena Columbia. Columbia was gorgeous, and Cartagena was a beach city that had amazing food, and beautiful views, and the people were very happy and friendly!

What do you hope to be doing in ten years?

I would love to continue my volunteering and philanthropy. I recently attended a Sick Kids Charity Gala for burn victims, and I hope to continue to donate and volunteer where I can.