Mikel O. Renout began his career as a Street Mime in Vancouver while the city hosted 'Expo 86'.In 1987, Mikel worked for the 'Famous People Players Theatre Company' Toronto, properties and puppet construction. In 1989, Mikel began his long-time association with Harbourfront Corporation Toronto, 'School by the Water' under the direction of June Corradetti. Mikel was to teach 'Juggling Workshops' throughout the week to children at the 'Milk International Children's Festival'. The weekends were for the 'Mime Circus' workshop 1989, 'Oasis Mime' workshop 1990. Mikel has been a yearly Busker at Harbourfront and again this year was an active performer in 'Five-minute Marvels' at the 'Milk International Children's Festival'2002.
In 1998, Canada's Walk of Fame was created as a permanent place of tribute and recognition for Canadian achievement. What began as a spirited plan to mimic an American idea has grown into a cultural event of its own distinctive character that embraces the glamour of celebrity and graciousness of our Canadian personality.Along the way, we have also learned about the extraordinary accomplishments that Canadians have achieved. These are compelling and inspirational stories that should be woven into our cultural fabric. We have also learned that there is a continuing need and growing appetite in Canada for an initiative such as ours to do even more.For more than a decade, Canada's Walk of Fame has set the tone for honouring Canadians and Canadian achievement. We now have a unique opportunity to accomplish much more and to establish a Canadian legacy.