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Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Reviews, assesses, and co-ordinates assigned rezoning, development permit, subdivision, strata title, and Land Commission Act appeal applications• Interprets development plans, maintains development statistics and conducts site visits and evaluations• Responds to counter enquiries and provides information regarding various departmental policies and procedures• Identifies compliance and non-compliance aspects of an application compared to regulations, policies, bylaws and legislation• Co-ordinates information on development proposals from other City Departments, Utility Companies, Provincial Ministries, neighbourhood representatives and members of the public• Prepares reports and presents to advisory committees and City Council with respect to development applications, procedural amendments and policy review

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Undergraduate Research Assistant for the Grand Watershed Trails Network Trail Tourism Project, in collaboration with the Trails Research Hub, GWTN, and the University of Waterloo Department of Recreation and Leisure Studies.In this role, I am supporting the data analysis and knowledge dissemination for the project. I am excited to be joining the team in this exciting research on trail-based recreation and tourism. Thank you for this opportunity!

West Kelowna, British Columbia, Canada

• Effectively assisted with several files in long range and development planning divisions, performing daily tasks associated with public inquiries, development permits, variances, rezoning and official community plan amendment applications, landscape/site inspections, reports and presentations to Council and Committees• Worked with parks planning in the engineering department, assisting in the planning and design of Casa Loma Park improvement, including hosting public engagement with the community, crafting a request for quote, scoring matrix, and awarding bids • Assisted in project management, research, and consultation with key stakeholders for City-led projects including: Parks revitalization, Corporate Energy and Emissions Plan, and the Short-Term Accommodations Bylaw Adoption, developing reports and presentations to Council and Committees

Calgary, Alberta, Canada

• Arranged and facilitated an open house to present initial findings of a Conceptual Scheme through surveys and interactive storyboards, while actively seeking input from the public and key stakeholders• Conducted preliminary planning research including policy analysis and review of technical studies on behalf of clients, leading to written Planning Justification Reports, Master Site Development Plans, and Conceptual Schemes• Performed daily tasks in company organization, file management, and correspondence while maintaining positive relationships with municipalities, consultants, and clients

Edmonton, Alberta, Canada

• Assist the project manager with project scheduling, budgeting, cashflows, and other financial reporting using land development proformas• Drafting experience with preliminary subdivision plans, civil landscaping, and shallow utilities involving extensive AutoCAD use• Support the project manager with municipal approvals: land use plans, site plans, and subdivision registrations

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

• Undergraduate Teaching Assistant for PLAN 102, Professional Communications• Entrusted with tutorial teaching, reviewing, and marking student submitted projects • Mentored students in various written and oral skills practiced for professional communication • Communicated between the professor and graduate teaching assistants in a professional manner

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

• Instructed individuals of all ages through detailed lesson plans, providing quality swimming lessons, lifesaving instructor lessons, water safety, and first aid instruction. • Enhanced leadership skills through swim instruction and lifeguarding, providing the highest quality of safety services through education, outreach, and rescue prevention.• Administered first aid and CPR in response to life threatening situations.

Town Of Ajax

• Led in the development and implementation of the Dormant File Policy and corresponding by-law, to support administrative processes.• Performed daily tasks associated with submitted development applications, reports to Council, and other general public inquiries through telephone, email, and in person.• Conducted preliminary zoning reviews on development applications in order to efficiently advance the planning process.• Communicated with external agencies to ascertain information of comments for planning-related research projects.• Assisted with site visits to evaluate potential development proposals and inspections related to approved development applications to ensure compliance and assess deficiencies.

Edmonton, Canada Area

As an avid swimmer from a very young age, I have always had a passion for the sport which only strengthened my enthusiasm as an instructor and a lifeguard. By developing lesson plans and implementing innovative instructional techniques to include a more interactive lesson, I have encouraged student participation and alleviated anxiety and fears, resulting in a comfortable, safe, and fun swimming lesson experience for all.

Undergraduate, Honours Planning

Environmental Planning and Management Specialization Geography and Environmental Management Minor

Diploma

Activities and Societies: Art Club, Swim Club, Basketball Team