Born in Kingston, Ontario, Karl is a recent graduate of the University of Waterloo and Wilfrid Laurier University, where he pursued a double degree in computer science and business administration. Having personally underwent significant mental health struggles in the past and seen loved ones go through mental health crisises, Karl is extremely passionate about mental health advocacy and support. In his free time, Karl loves to play basketball, hockey, swim, and bake! Currently, Karl works as an AI product analyst in Ottawa, Ontario.