Taylor Hawkes
Height: 5’4
Hometown: Whitehorse, YK
Languages: English
Occupation: Flight Attendant
Taylor Hawkes was born and raised in Kelowna, British Columbia. At age 21, she moved to Whitehorse, Yukon to work as a Flight Attendant. Her long-term goal is to become an Art Therapist so she can help young children and youth cope, heal, and process through the use of art.
Whether it be gymnastics, learning a new instrument, or moving overseas for six months to attend Capernwray Bible College in England, Taylor has never shied away from a challenge. While at Capernwray she was able to meet new people from around the world as well as deepen her knowledge of the bible. In high school she was in the Lady of the Lake regional pageant. She was able to learn some life skills such as changing a tire and how to defend herself. She was also able to practice her public speaking skills during her speech about a historic building in Kelowna. All of these challenges helped shape her into the confident woman that she is.
Volunteer work has been an important part of Taylor’s life. There are two examples that stand out for her. The first were the two trips she was able to take to Hermosillo, Mexico to help renovate a local church with her youth group. During her time there she helped decorate and repaint the church as well as build a playground for the children. During her time spent with the locals Taylor was excited to be able to learn some Spanish phrases that enabled her to learn more about their culture. The second is the many summers she spent at Gardom Lake Bible Camp as both a media tech and cabin leader. She felt fulfilled by the ability to be able to mentor and support the many young girls in her cabin throughout the summers.
What are your interests and what do you enjoy doing the most?
Photgraphy, Art, Music, Video Games
List any special training you have had (music, art, drama, dance, etc.)
- Trumpet 6 years
- Dance 1 year
In what sports, if any, have you participated?
Volleyball, Discus
Name one person, other than your parents, who has had the most influence on your life. Why?
My sister; she goes through a lot but has never let it bring her down. She pushes me to be my best self and stands up for me when I can’t do it myself.
What is your proudest personal accomplishment (other than participating in this pageant)?
Moving away on my own to a city I have never been to.
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 went to England for school for 6 months.
What is your career ambition and what are you doing or plan to do to accomplish that goal?
I don’t really have a career goal at the moment.
What would be your “dream job” in life?
Something to do with art.
Describe where you were raised and what your childhood was like.
I was born and raised in Kelowna BC by a single mom, I have a brother and sister. I had a crazy childhood of just non stop movement (I was very hyperactive and wanted to do all the activities I could) I really liked doing gymnastics and just listening to music.
List any interesting or unusual jobs you may have had.
My most interesting job would be the one I am in right now which is being a flight attendant.
List any volunteering you have done.
Camp Counsellor/Media Tech at Gardom Lake Bible Camp
What is your most unusual talent?
I did competitive archery for 2 years and still like to shoot around.
Where is the most interesting place you have been to?
Carnforth, England.
What do you hope to be doing in ten years?
Hopefully married and maybe have a kid or two and doing what I love.