135+ graduates of the @comebackcatalystca program to date.
Applications for our next cohort close May 8, 2026.
To apply or to become a partner, please visit: comebackcatalyst.ca
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We’re proud to announce that @rbc has joined us as a sponsor for the Comeback Catalyst Program!
With their support, we’re able to expand opportunities for individuals with lived experience in the justice system, helping them build businesses, reclaim their futures, and create lasting impact in their communities.
We’re grateful to @rbc for standing with us in our mission to turn potential into possibility.
Introducing Dil Bola, our Operations Manager at Comeback Catalyst!
Dil Bola is deeply committed to advocacy, equity, and amplifying the voices of marginalized communities. With a degree in Political Science and World Religions from McGill University, her work has centered around breaking down systemic barriers and creating pathways to opportunity for those who have been historically excluded. As Operations & Communications Manager at Comeback Catalyst, Dil ensures that programs run efficiently and effectively, allowing the organization to deliver real impact. Her passion for social justice and community-building drives her work, making her a key force behind the mission to support individuals in rebuilding their lives through entrepreneurship.
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Introducing Brenton Pedler, the Program Manager at Comeback Catalyst!
Brenton Pedler brings a wealth of experience in program management, business development, and entrepreneurship. Originally from Australia, he has built a career in hospitality and small business, having co-operated Apiecalypse Now and launched Grains Grains Grains. Through his own journey as a business owner, he understands the challenges and opportunities that come with starting and scaling a venture. At Comeback Catalyst, he is dedicated to supporting formerly incarcerated individuals in building their own businesses, providing mentorship, structure, and guidance to help them succeed. His hands-on approach and deep understanding of entrepreneurship make him an invaluable part of the team.
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Bad choices don’t define your future. We’re proud to share stories like Cody’s, who opened Bancroft Boxing & Grappling while completing the Comeback Catalyst program
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Introducing Lucy Cullen, the Co-founder & CEO of Comeback Catalyst!
Lucy Cullen is a serial entrepreneur committed to building sustainable businesses that create real impact. She has helped over 300 entrepreneurs launch, fund, and scale their businesses, drawing from her own experience in founding and growing ventures like Terus, EarthPup, and Fire & Pots. With a strong background in program design and social entrepreneurship, Lucy is dedicated to making business ownership accessible for those facing systemic barriers. As the CEO of Comeback Catalyst, she leads the organization with a vision for economic empowerment, ensuring that individuals who have been incarcerated have the resources and support they need to build successful, independent futures.
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Introducing Emily O’Brien, the Co-Founder of Comeback Catalyst!
Emily O’Brien transformed her personal experience with incarceration into a mission-driven career, founding Comeback Snacks, a brand now stocked in over 1,000 retailers. She is dedicated to creating second chances by mentoring and employing formerly incarcerated individuals, helping them rebuild their lives through meaningful work. With a deep understanding of branding, marketing, and community engagement, Emily brings a powerful combination of entrepreneurship and advocacy to Comeback Catalyst. Her work is focused on breaking barriers, reshaping narratives, and ensuring that individuals who have been incarcerated have access to economic opportunities.
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Tonight on Popfuzion Live: Lucy & Emily are helping formerly incarcerated individuals rebuild through entrepreneurship. From mindset shifts to real success stories, they share how Comeback Catalyst is breaking barriers and changing lives. #PopfuzionLive #ComebackCatalyst
