She emigrated with her parents to Canada in 1968, first to Regina, Saskatchewan, then to Truro, Nova Scotia, and later graduated from Cobequid Educational Centre, a high school in Truro, which was noted for its student musical productions.
She emigrated with her parents to Canada in 1968, initially settling in Regina, Saskatchewan, subsequently moving to Truro, Nova Scotia, and later graduated from Cobequid Educational Centre, a high school in Truro, renowned for its student musical productions.