In December 2017, digital artist and entrepreneur EEPMON joined an extraordinary panel hosted by Ingenium Canada to celebrate the launch of the book Canadian Failures: Stories of Building Toward Success, published by Dundurn Press.

As a contributing author, EEPMON spoke alongside fellow chapter contributors—distinguished Canadian astronaut Robert Thirsk and Olympic gold medalist wrestler Erica Wiebe. The panel brought together diverse leaders from art, science, and sports to share a candid dialogue about the hidden side of achievement. Drawing from his own essay chapter titled #FAILMORE, EEPMON discussed the pivotal setbacks, risks, and hard-earned lessons encountered throughout his career path, emphasising how embracing failure is an essential catalyst for creative growth and ultimate entrepreneurial success.

The book serves as a powerful reminder that behind every great Canadian triumph is a foundation built on perseverance and learning from defeat.