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Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

Hamilton, Ontario, Canada

• Oversees environmental assessment, permitting, and approvals for public and private sector clients, with a focus on linear infrastructure
• Coordinates environmental team efforts including baseline studies and impact assessment
• Develops and implements robust stakeholder engagement programs for a range of projects
• Manages projects in consultation with clients and multidisciplinary project team members
• Represents clients at committee and council meetings
• Leads monthly… Show more

Markham, Ontario

• Wrote 13 staff reports for consent and minor variance applications based on analysis of regulations, site context, and input from an multidisciplinary team
• Informed clients and members of the public about Committee of Adjustment applications, procedures, and opportunities for involvement on a daily basis
• Resolved procedural issues in communication with applicants and planners
• Recorded meeting minutes for Committee of Adjustment hearings

Markham, Ontario

• Analyzed development proposals based on planning policy and legislation
• Responded to a range of client and public inquiries based on knowledge of City procedures and planning frameworks
• Organized and circulated planning application packages to City staff and external agencies
• Received and entered planning applications into the City’s AMANDA database

Hamilton, Ontario

• Obtained minor variance and provisional consent to sever a residential property in a transitioning neighbourhood in Hamilton
• Liaised with clients, stakeholders, City staff, property appraisers, builders, and the Ministry of Finance regarding development processes, fees, and expectations
• Drafted the required plans and complied with the City’s application submission requirements
• Presented applications to the Committee of Adjustment at a public hearing

Hamilton, Ontario

• Provided evidence to the Ontario Municipal Board about municipal plans, policy, and precedent related to an appeal of Official Plan and Zoning By-law Amendments
• Advised community activists on planning matters in Hamilton’s West Harbour area
• Engaged with hundreds of local residents through personal conversations about consultation events and planning-related news in their neighbourhood
• Participated in several public engagement sessions for City of Hamilton planning initiatives

Waterloo, Ontario

• Led students in critical discussion of course material during weekly tutorials
• Formulated presentation materials and discussion topics for weekly tutorials based on course learning objectives
• Graded coursework and provided constructive feedback

London, Ontario

• Collaborated with engineering staff and environmental planners to develop consultation materials and responses to comments from stakeholders
• Coordinated environmental planners' work on multiple ongoing projects
• Supported highway safety improvements through research into snow hedging opportunities along provincial highways

London, Ontario

• Consulted with stakeholders and the general public regarding highway projects
• Researched and recommended measures to prevent the spread of an invasive reed (Phragmites) along highway corridors
• Briefed co-workers on new legislation and ongoing projects
• Consulted with stakeholders and the general public about highway projects
• Organized monthly staff meetings, created agendas, and recorded meeting minutes

Kingston, Ontario

• Presented four applications for alteration of heritage properties to the Municipal Heritage Committee on behalf of residents
• Developed a protocol to minimize damage to built heritage resources during emergencies
• Provided input for projects and policy by consulting legislation, internal departments, and other municipalities
• Informed residents about benefits and procedures related to heritage designation

Bachelor’S Degree, Honours Planning

Land Development Specialization

Diploma, Environmental Assessment