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September 3, 2025 37 mins

What does it take to turn adversity into leadership?On this episode of Beyond the Bar Podcast, Denisa Tova sits down with The Hon. Leela Sharon Aheer—a woman who went from Alberta farm fields to shaping Canadian policy, proclaiming the country’s first Women’s Entrepreneurship Day, and fighting for laws that protect women and girls.Leela’s story isn’t just about politics—it’s about resilience, community, motherhood, reinvention, and the power of music (she even sings in 18 languages!).In this conversation, you’ll hear:✨ How growing up in Alberta’s tight-knit farming community shaped her worldview✨ The shocking moment at 15 that lit her fire for activism✨ Lessons on leadership, allyship, and building bridges across political divides✨ Why music remains her secret weapon for connection and healing✨ Her vision for women in entrepreneurship, politics, and beyondThis is a conversation full of goosebump moments, hard truths, and unstoppable energy.🔔 Don’t forget to subscribe for more powerful stories that go beyond the accolades and into what really matters.Learn more about Hon. Leela Aheer: LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/hon-leela-aheer-eca-454098167/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/leelasharonaheer X: https://x.com/LeelaAheer Watch more episodes and connect with Denisa here: https://tovaretirement.com/podcast/LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/denisatovaFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/denisatovaInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/denisatova/Podcast Production by HypeCats.com, webinars, and podcasts: https://hypecats.com.

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