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155 George Street, Prince George Bc

Colwood, Bc

The Planning Technician is responsible for work related to the municipal planning program including the review and processing of development applications, responding to inquiries from the public, mapping, and other various assignments as needed.Colwood is quickly becoming one of BC’s most liveable cities - I am part of a team that offers service excellence in the areas of municipal growth planning and community engagement.

Waterloo, Ontario

Assisted in the development of mapping cultural data and traditional land use by translating land claims, cultural heritage, treaty and traditional territory mapping documentation in a joint partnership between the University of Waterloo’s Heritage Resource Centre (https://uwaterloo.ca/heritage-resources-centre/), Center For Community Mapping (http://www.comap.ca) and Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Partners (http://www.newcreditfirstnation.com). Responsibilities: -… Show more Assisted in the development of mapping cultural data and traditional land use by translating land claims, cultural heritage, treaty and traditional territory mapping documentation in a joint partnership between the University of Waterloo’s Heritage Resource Centre (https://uwaterloo.ca/heritage-resources-centre/), Center For Community Mapping (http://www.comap.ca) and Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation Partners (http://www.newcreditfirstnation.com). Responsibilities: - Developed resolute mapping in shapefile format to aid the research and display of cultural heritage and landscapes. - Translated land claims, treaty and territory mapping information into resolute shapefiles with ArcMap | ArcGIS- Provided attribute information for the resulting special features such as data sources, assumptions, disputes and pertinent cultural information. Accomplishments:- Provided detailed literature reviews to assist in the Research Design/Proposal- Successfully developed GIS mapping components to be integrated with Comap’s Dreamcatcher system (http://www.comap.ca/fnmaps1/index.php#). Show less

Waterloo, Ontario

Assisted with the instruction of undergraduate level university courses, which included conducting tutorials/labs, holding office hours, marking assignments and responding to email inquiries. This 8-month position was split between Field Ecology and Ecology Based Policy Making, offered by the Faculty of Environment. Responsibilities:- Held regular office hours to facilitate learning opportunities.- Clarified course content and responded to student inquiries in person and… Show more Assisted with the instruction of undergraduate level university courses, which included conducting tutorials/labs, holding office hours, marking assignments and responding to email inquiries. This 8-month position was split between Field Ecology and Ecology Based Policy Making, offered by the Faculty of Environment. Responsibilities:- Held regular office hours to facilitate learning opportunities.- Clarified course content and responded to student inquiries in person and electronically. - Provided feedback on assignments. Accomplishments:- Coordinated with other teaching assistances to allocate roles and duties. - Independently conducted labs/tutorials. Show less

Campbell River, British Columbia

As a Planning Consultant I was hired by the City of Campbell River’s Sustainability Department to create communication material to promote the City’s local food map and land directory (http://foodmap.campbellriver.ca). In addition, I conducted policy research and provided recommendations to staff on topics that included edible landscaping, beekeeping and invasive species. Responsibilities:- Conducted policy research to identify appropriate regulations for the keeping of backyard… Show more As a Planning Consultant I was hired by the City of Campbell River’s Sustainability Department to create communication material to promote the City’s local food map and land directory (http://foodmap.campbellriver.ca). In addition, I conducted policy research and provided recommendations to staff on topics that included edible landscaping, beekeeping and invasive species. Responsibilities:- Conducted policy research to identify appropriate regulations for the keeping of backyard bees. - Identified local businesses and facilities that can dispose invasive and noxious species. - Identified potential edible landscaping policies and provided key recommendations for the department’s review.Accomplishments:- Developed promotional articles with local businesses and the Chamber of Commerce.- Created press releases to promote the Campbell River Food Map. Show less

As a member of the Sustainability Department I perform a wide variety of tasks related to sustainability initiatives. The primary focus of this position is coordinating a local food map project which includes developing an online directory that identifies public and private properties available for community gardens and urban agriculture projects, and a directory of retailers, restaurants and farms selling local food from Campbell River and Vancouver Island. This project establishes some of the… Show more As a member of the Sustainability Department I perform a wide variety of tasks related to sustainability initiatives. The primary focus of this position is coordinating a local food map project which includes developing an online directory that identifies public and private properties available for community gardens and urban agriculture projects, and a directory of retailers, restaurants and farms selling local food from Campbell River and Vancouver Island. This project establishes some of the necessary tools that will help achieve the City’s 10% food self-sufficiency target by 2031.To help raise awareness on local food in terms of production, processing and consumption, I worked with a professional videographer to develop ‘Harvest Campbell River: Appetite for Local Food on the Rise’ a short video on community food resiliency and sustainability. This video was presented at Campbell River’s annual Earth Week Film Festival in April, 2014. This job also involves community outreach, interviews with local stakeholders, hosting focus groups, and creating communication material.I have also been an active member of the City’s Corporate Green Team. The long-term vision of the Green Team is to assist the City of Campbell River in lowering its overall environmental impact, while incorporating a triple-bottom line approach in all city initiatives. As a member of this team I will assist in the promotion of energy conservation, carbon neutral and climate action initiatives and other sustainability projects as required. These projects will help guide the City in institutionalizing sustainability principles and initiatives within the corporation and to the general public. Show less

North Cowichan, British Columbia

Objective: Assist the Planning Department staff with counter enquiries, applications and special projects.Responsibilities:- Respond to public enquiries.- Process development applications.- Draft reports for staff and council.- Research and analyze municipal policies. - Meet with stakeholders and residents.- Present information to staff and advisory groups. Accomplishments.- Prepared a report of the Parks and Trails Standards document for planning… Show more Objective: Assist the Planning Department staff with counter enquiries, applications and special projects.Responsibilities:- Respond to public enquiries.- Process development applications.- Draft reports for staff and council.- Research and analyze municipal policies. - Meet with stakeholders and residents.- Present information to staff and advisory groups. Accomplishments.- Prepared a report of the Parks and Trails Standards document for planning staff.- Processed applications that were brought to staff meetings, advisory groups and council.- Reviewed the Municipal Fees and Charges Bylaw and made recommendations to improve cost recovery. Show less

Port Hardy, British Columbia

Objective:Create economic sector profiles for the District of Port Hardy. The research phase of the project data focused on the area’s primary sectors as related to current and emerging economic opportunities.Responsibilities:- Interact with all levels of government and the community to build an understanding of rural economic development practices.- Establish an extensive network of contacts in all of the North Islands primary sectors.- Adjust project approaches where… Show more Objective:Create economic sector profiles for the District of Port Hardy. The research phase of the project data focused on the area’s primary sectors as related to current and emerging economic opportunities.Responsibilities:- Interact with all levels of government and the community to build an understanding of rural economic development practices.- Establish an extensive network of contacts in all of the North Islands primary sectors.- Adjust project approaches where necessary to build rapport with stakeholders.- Attend various meetings and presentations regarding the project. - Present findings to staff and council.Accomplishments:- Effectively managed information by identifying contacts and resources for the Project.- Prepared and presented an economic sector profile document.- Presented a report on tourism potential to supervisor. - Developed an understanding of how local government works with First Nations and the community as a whole to achieve common goals. (Ie. The final project reflected the diversity of stakeholders). Show less

Victoria, British Columbia

Objective:To provide high quality customer service while utilizing effective time management in order to complete essential and specific tasks.Responsibilities:- Address customer concerns and questions in a professional, service-oriented manner.- Communicate with sales representatives about products.- Collaborate with co−workers as part of a team and assist others in finishing their duties.- Train new employees and facilitate their learning. - Produce a high… Show more Objective:To provide high quality customer service while utilizing effective time management in order to complete essential and specific tasks.Responsibilities:- Address customer concerns and questions in a professional, service-oriented manner.- Communicate with sales representatives about products.- Collaborate with co−workers as part of a team and assist others in finishing their duties.- Train new employees and facilitate their learning. - Produce a high quality product to meet customer standards and promote repeat business. Accomplishments: - Was nominated to the WestShore Chamber of Commerce for showing excellence as a student employee, and was subsequently awarded the annual “Best Student Employee (Under 25)” award. Show less

Master'S Degree, School Of Planning

Activities and Societies: AGP Internship Advisor: The University of Waterloo Association of Graduate Planners (UWAGP) is the student led.

Bachelor Of Arts, Environmental Studies/Geography