Overcoming Impossible
Tyler’s Story
Turner lost both legs below the knee because of a skydiving accident in 2017, a freak crash during an otherwise routine landing. He spent four days in a coma and years on painkillers, battling depression and addiction while he confronted the loss of his identity as a skydiver, snowboarder, rock climber, surfer and all-around adventure sports athlete. While some may never wish to skydive again, Tyler overcame impossible to not only push his own limits, but to redefine what’s imaginable with incredible drive and determination.
“The opportunity to face adversity unlocks your greatest potential”
keynote speaking
The future is fragile and dramatic change is inevitable. These are lessons Tyler has learned the hard way. One day he was on top of the world and the next, he lost not just his legs, but his entire identity. Through this experience he has learned what it takes to overcome adversity and redefined the meaning of resilience. Faced with extreme hardships Tyler persevered and garnered the tools which he now shares to lead you on a transformative journey, to reignite your spirit and achieve unimaginable feats.
“I left feeling motivated and inspired to live life with purpose and passion”
Adelle Schwab, WorksafeBC
Athletic accomplishments
Paralympic champion
Tyler took his passion for snowboarding and won Canada’s first gold in snowboarding at the 2022 Beijing Paralympics. He is now competing in the World Cup Circuit in preparation for the 2026 Colere Paralympics as well as some other exciting projects in the free-riding space in the works.
Turner has gone above and beyond his previous heights becoming the first bilateral amputee to pilot a wingsuit. Tyler sets no limits for himself, constantly redefining what’s possible.
as seen on
CTV’s Amazing Race Canada Season 9
Sportsnet: Tim & Friends
AMI Media: Level Playing Field
Sixty Seconds Film
An Award Winning Short Form Documentary about Tyler’s recovery from trauma
DIRECTED BY LARA SHEA / READ MORE ABOUT SIXTY SECONDS FILM HERE
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