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Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Invermere, British Columbia

Southwestern Ontario

London, Ontario

- Implementing environmental stewardship activities for ecologically significant natural areas throughout southwestern Ontario- Eradicating invasive plant species, monitoring restored habitat, surveying species at risk - Developing property management plans, mapping ecological land classifications- Preparing for field restorations through research, contractor correspondence, collecting seeds.

Sault Ste. Marie, Ontario

- Involved in developing factsheets for the Canadian National Vegetation Classification system- Reviewed literature on boreal forest fire dynamics, used GIS software to spatially represent the fire regimes of vegetation communities- Streamlined the factsheet development process by creating a database for managing and storing information resources

Alberta, Canada

- Accessed remote sites in northwestern Alberta to collect baseline data for biodiversity monitoring- Followed standardized protocols for collecting soil samples, documenting forest stand characteristics, recording bird calls, surveying wildlife and classifying ecosystems- Surveyed wetland vegetation, sorted and identified common Boreal forest bryophytes- Navigated to sampling sites using a compass, map and GPS device- Negotiated rough terrain on foot and while driving 4X4 trucks and ATVs.

- Produced high quality and informative website content for a range of clients- Wrote on a variety of topics, researched technical subjects, and delivered on challenging and urgent projects- Developed ability to manage projects, liaise with clients, and write with an engaging style suitable for diverse audiences

Calgary, Alberta

- Provided experience-based product knowledge to MEC members - Engaged members regarding bear safety, leave-no-trace camping, and popular hiking and camping locations throughout southern Alberta - Developed excellent customer service skills while working as part of a large and diverse team

Victoria, British Columbia

- Reviewed scientific journals and other literature to assess the habitat vulnerabilities of at-risk birds and wildlife in Alberta - Produced profiles detailing the biology and specific habitat needs of each species, which were used as a platform to promote wildlife conservation - Became familiar with legislation such as the Species At Risk Act and the Alberta Wildlife Act

Victoria, British Columbia

- Assisted the TA in monitoring the laboratory activities of first year Earth Systems Science students- Effectively explained new concepts and assisted in the understanding of subject material for students coming from various areas of study- Prepared, maintained and organized laboratory equipment, and assisted students as they completed assignments in the field

Prince Albert National Park, Saskatchewan

- Managed supplies, inventory, finances and all other marina operations- Maintained powerboats, canoes and kayaks, and provided instruction to customers who rented watercraft- Facilitated access to boat launches and wet/dry storage facilities while also providing National Park information to campers, boaters and visitors- Worked remotely and independently, relying on self motivation, resourcefulness, and my ability to creatively solve problems

Bachelor Of Science (B.Sc.), Biology And Earth Science

Graduate Certificate, Ecosystem Restoration

Certificate, Sustainability: Step By Natural Step

Able to describe the current sustainability crisis and use the four principles of sustainability and other tools for strategic planning