Jacob Circo
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Sherwin Meloney
Jacob is extremely passionate and hard working. I have worked with Jacob on multiple group assignments and have experienced first hand, his excellent work ethic. Jacob excels at coordination, communication and participation, and has a clear understanding of planning policies and practices. His ability to facilitate and formulate objectives demonstrates the potential to be a strong leader and contributor in the field of planning.
Duncan Russell
Jacob Circo is very passionate for urban planning and school politics. Throughout his first year, he always jumped to the opportunity to run for many positions to advocate for his ideas to help improve Ryerson. He is currently a Senator for the university and a dedicated member of the Ryerson Association of Planning Students. He is never shy to express his opinion and love for his ideas for urban planning. He is very supportive and caring for all members of urban planning and the Ryerson community.
Sherwin Meloney
Jacob is extremely passionate and hard working. I have worked with Jacob on multiple group assignments and have experienced first hand, his excellent work ethic. Jacob excels at coordination, communication and participation, and has a clear understanding of planning policies and practices. His ability to facilitate and formulate objectives demonstrates the potential to be a strong leader and contributor in the field of planning.
Duncan Russell
Jacob Circo is very passionate for urban planning and school politics. Throughout his first year, he always jumped to the opportunity to run for many positions to advocate for his ideas to help improve Ryerson. He is currently a Senator for the university and a dedicated member of the Ryerson Association of Planning Students. He is never shy to express his opinion and love for his ideas for urban planning. He is very supportive and caring for all members of urban planning and the Ryerson community.
Sherwin Meloney
Jacob is extremely passionate and hard working. I have worked with Jacob on multiple group assignments and have experienced first hand, his excellent work ethic. Jacob excels at coordination, communication and participation, and has a clear understanding of planning policies and practices. His ability to facilitate and formulate objectives demonstrates the potential to be a strong leader and contributor in the field of planning.
Duncan Russell
Jacob Circo is very passionate for urban planning and school politics. Throughout his first year, he always jumped to the opportunity to run for many positions to advocate for his ideas to help improve Ryerson. He is currently a Senator for the university and a dedicated member of the Ryerson Association of Planning Students. He is never shy to express his opinion and love for his ideas for urban planning. He is very supportive and caring for all members of urban planning and the Ryerson community.
Sherwin Meloney
Jacob is extremely passionate and hard working. I have worked with Jacob on multiple group assignments and have experienced first hand, his excellent work ethic. Jacob excels at coordination, communication and participation, and has a clear understanding of planning policies and practices. His ability to facilitate and formulate objectives demonstrates the potential to be a strong leader and contributor in the field of planning.
Duncan Russell
Jacob Circo is very passionate for urban planning and school politics. Throughout his first year, he always jumped to the opportunity to run for many positions to advocate for his ideas to help improve Ryerson. He is currently a Senator for the university and a dedicated member of the Ryerson Association of Planning Students. He is never shy to express his opinion and love for his ideas for urban planning. He is very supportive and caring for all members of urban planning and the Ryerson community.
Credentials
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CPR with AED skills
Lifesaving Society OntarioMay, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Standard First Aid with CPR C
Lifesaving Society OntarioMay, 2017- Nov, 2024 -
Emergency First Aid with CPR B
Lifesaving Society OntarioMar, 2015- Nov, 2024
Experience
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Municipality of Clarington
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Canada
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Government Administration
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100 - 200 Employee
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Planner II-Development Review Division
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Mar 2023 - Present
• Processing development applications. • Undertaking studies, research projects and data analysis. • Preparing and presenting reports on development applications, planning research and studies. • Facilitating public consultation and responding to inquiries. • Preparing and making presentations to Council, public information centres and to resident groups as required. • Conducting site inspections and assisting with the enforcement of commitments, agreements and zoning… Show more • Processing development applications. • Undertaking studies, research projects and data analysis. • Preparing and presenting reports on development applications, planning research and studies. • Facilitating public consultation and responding to inquiries. • Preparing and making presentations to Council, public information centres and to resident groups as required. • Conducting site inspections and assisting with the enforcement of commitments, agreements and zoning by-laws. • Undertaking or reviewing studies, research projects and data analysis related to land use, environmental impacts, feasibility and market studies, urban design reports and similar planning studies. • Assisting municipal law enforcement officers on zoning investigations. • Representing the Department in a variety of settings with other agencies, developers, citizen groups, residents and other Departments. • Providing expert testimony before the Appeal Tribunals. •Acting Secretary-Treasurer to the Committee of Adjustment. • Daily contact with the public. • Other duties as required.
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Planner I-Development Review Branch
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Feb 2022 - Mar 2023
-Undertake or review studies, research projects and data analysis related to land use, environmental impacts, feasibility and market studies, urban design reports and similar planning studies -Research tasks will support the Department’s work program including the collection and analysis of data and regular maintenance of departmental databases. -Daily contact with the public (by phone, e-mail and counter inquires). -Assess all pertinent information and prepare reports on… Show more -Undertake or review studies, research projects and data analysis related to land use, environmental impacts, feasibility and market studies, urban design reports and similar planning studies -Research tasks will support the Department’s work program including the collection and analysis of data and regular maintenance of departmental databases. -Daily contact with the public (by phone, e-mail and counter inquires). -Assess all pertinent information and prepare reports on development applications. -Help facilitate public consultation and respond to inquiries. -Acting Secretary-Treasurer to the Committee of Adjustment. -Other duties as required or determined by the Department.
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Ontario Place
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Canada
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Entertainment Providers
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1 - 100 Employee
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Supervisor, Theatre & Site Operations
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Sep 2021 - Present
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Customer Service Clerk & Parking Attendant
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Jun 2021 - Sep 2021
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Faculty of Community Services Society
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Canada
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Education Administration Programs
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1 - 100 Employee
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Chairperson of the Board
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Apr 2019 - Present
Working with other members of the RCSS Steering Committee to establish the first student society for students in the Faculty of Community Services at Ryerson University. This also compiles presenting a business case to Ryerson University's Board of Governors and students in the Faculty of Community Services to invest in a student society. A student society provides funds to other student groups and plans events for all students in the Faculty of Community Services. The Faculty of… Show more Working with other members of the RCSS Steering Committee to establish the first student society for students in the Faculty of Community Services at Ryerson University. This also compiles presenting a business case to Ryerson University's Board of Governors and students in the Faculty of Community Services to invest in a student society. A student society provides funds to other student groups and plans events for all students in the Faculty of Community Services. The Faculty of Community Services Society is one of Canada’s largest Undergraduate Student Societies. I have the pleasure of mentoring and supporting the younger generation as they move throughout university. Currently serving as Chairperson and Alumni Representative
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Executive Director
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Apr 2019 - Apr 2021
-Interim Chairperson of the Board of Directors -Chairperson of the Executive Committee -Chair of the Governance/Policy Committee -Lead the operations, strategic direction and policy creation for a Student-led Faculty Government, representing the 9 Schools of the Faculty of Community Services Society My 2019/2020 portfolio consisted of: Administration, Academics, Chairing Executive Committee meetings, External Relations, Events, Frosh Planning, Finance, and… Show more -Interim Chairperson of the Board of Directors -Chairperson of the Executive Committee -Chair of the Governance/Policy Committee -Lead the operations, strategic direction and policy creation for a Student-led Faculty Government, representing the 9 Schools of the Faculty of Community Services Society My 2019/2020 portfolio consisted of: Administration, Academics, Chairing Executive Committee meetings, External Relations, Events, Frosh Planning, Finance, and Governance/Policy In the 2020/2021 academic year, my portfolio as an Executive Member consists of Administration, External Relations, Frosh Planning, Governance/Policy, Chairing Executive Committee meetings and Referendum Planning. The Faculty of Community Services Society is one of Canada’s largest Undergraduate Student Societies. I had the pleasure of leading the largest Undergraduate Student Society in Canada, and have planned events such as the first Ontario Health Sciences Olympics and Ontario Health Sciences Games Night, which involved collaboration with sister student societies at different Univerisity's across Ontario.
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Canada's Wonderland
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Canada
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Entertainment Providers
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500 - 600 Employee
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Guest Services Associate
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Sep 2021 - Oct 2021
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Ryerson University
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Canada
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Higher Education
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700 & Above Employee
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Committee Member on the Liberal Studies Curriculum Committee
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Jun 2020 - Oct 2021
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Committee Member of the Student Intiative Funds Committee
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Sep 2020 - Aug 2021
Reviewing and approved funding for student initiatives presented to the committee. I am serving again on the committee as an At-Large Student Representative.
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Committee Member on the Senate Learning & Teaching Committee
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Sep 2020 - Jun 2021
As Student Representative on the Committee, I will join other faculty and student members of the committee to: -To advise Senate on select university-wide issues through the lens of learning and teaching; -To initiate, as required, activities that address specific issues; and -To develop and make academic policy recommendations for the consideration of Senate.
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Committe Member on the Senate Policy 46 Review Committee
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Dec 2019 - Jun 2021
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Committee Member on Senate Appeals Committee
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Apr 2019 - Jun 2021
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Committee Member on the Academic Standards Committee
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Jan 2019 - Sep 2020
Provides advice to Senate with respect to the quality of both operating and proposed undergraduate programs (degree, diploma, certificate, and special-purpose programs), including undertaking periodic program reviews, assessment of new undergraduate program proposals, review and formulation of policies governing undergraduate curriculum structure, and regarding such other matters as referred to it by Senate or the Provost and Vice President Academic. Reporting. The ASC reports directly… Show more Provides advice to Senate with respect to the quality of both operating and proposed undergraduate programs (degree, diploma, certificate, and special-purpose programs), including undertaking periodic program reviews, assessment of new undergraduate program proposals, review and formulation of policies governing undergraduate curriculum structure, and regarding such other matters as referred to it by Senate or the Provost and Vice President Academic. Reporting. The ASC reports directly to Senate regarding recommendations about undergraduate programs (e.g., new programs, program reviews, program changes). It directs to the AGPC recommendations regarding policy changes or changes to its terms of reference and composition.
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Committee Member on the Student Initiatives Funds Committee
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Jan 2020 - May 2020
Reviewed and approved funding for student initiatives presented to the committee in the Winter 2020 semester. I was one of the Faculty of Community Services Student Representatives on the Committee.
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Committee Member on the Kitchen Cabinet Advisory Committee
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Oct 2019 - Mar 2020
Providing advice for the development of Ryerson's Strategic Vision document. This document will reinforce the university's values while articulating the strategic vision and goals that will guide the university for the next 10 years.
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Committee Member on the Student Initiative Funds Committee
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May 2019 - Sep 2019
Reviewing applications for funding requests for Student Learning Centre (SLC) Live. SLC Live is a part of frosh week at Ryerson University. Each faculty receives a floor of the SLC and plans around a theme for the floor. The SIF Committee is a standing committee of Ryerson Student Life.
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Committee Member on the Senate Priorities Committee
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Sep 2018 - Jun 2019
Setting the Agenda for Senate meetings. The Senate Priorities Committee is the final approval body for putting items in the Agenda.
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Committee Member on the Academic Governance and Policy Committee
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Sep 2018 - Jun 2019
Reviewing Ryerson policies and decisions from standing committees. Recommending policy changes to the Senate Priorities Committee.
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Student Senator of the Faculty of Community Services
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Jul 2018 - Jun 2019
Represent 7, 831 students in Ryerson's Faculty of Community Services in Ryerson's Senate.
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Metroland Media Group
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Canada
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Media Production
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700 & Above Employee
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Carrier
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Oct 2011 - Oct 2021
This position requires putting together flyers and delivering them to customers every week. This position requires putting together flyers and delivering them to customers every week.
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Élections Canada | Elections Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Recruitment Assistant
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Aug 2021 - Sep 2021
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Registration Officer
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Aug 2021 - Sep 2021
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Toronto Metropolitan Students' Union
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Canada
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Higher Education
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1 - 100 Employee
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Course Unions Director
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Sep 2019 - Apr 2020
Representing all undergraduate course unions associated with the Ryerson Students Union (RSU). Elected member to the RSU Board of Directors. My role involves bringing the concerns of Course Unions to Executive Committee/Board of Directors. In addition, I am also a member of the Course Unions Committee that grants funds and project funding to student groups/course unions.
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Committee Member on the Course Unions Committee
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Sep 2019 - Apr 2020
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Toronto Metropolitan Association of Planning Students
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Canada
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Architecture and Planning
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Vice President Administration
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May 2019 - Apr 2020
-Managing internal affairs of staff -Chair of the RAPS Facilities Management Committee -Managing internal affairs of staff -Chair of the RAPS Facilities Management Committee
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PLACE Conference
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Canada
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Architecture and Planning
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Marketing Associate
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Dec 2018 - Jan 2020
As a Marketing Associate on the Place 19 Planning Committee, I work with a talented group of individuals to plan a national-wide conference for students studying in field of Urban Planning! See last year's conference here: https://www.placeconference.ca/place18/ As a Marketing Associate on the Place 19 Planning Committee, I work with a talented group of individuals to plan a national-wide conference for students studying in field of Urban Planning! See last year's conference here: https://www.placeconference.ca/place18/
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Aurora Winter Festival Toronto
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Canada
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Entertainment Providers
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Skate Shack Attendant/Tube Park Operator
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Nov 2019 - Dec 2019
Providing guests with skates and tubes at the Winter Aurora Festival. Working outdoors in varying weather conditions and required to lift 50 lbs repetitively. Providing guests with skates and tubes at the Winter Aurora Festival. Working outdoors in varying weather conditions and required to lift 50 lbs repetitively.
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Élections Canada | Elections Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Registration Officer
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Sep 2019 - Oct 2019
Processing electors and directing them where to vote. Adding voters to the electors list. Working both advance polls and election day. Processing electors and directing them where to vote. Adding voters to the electors list. Working both advance polls and election day.
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Canada
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Supervisor of Friends of the CNE
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Aug 2019 - Sep 2019
Responsibilities include: -Internal management of volunteers -Signing volunteer hour forms for High School Students -Handing customer complaints Responsibilities include: -Internal management of volunteers -Signing volunteer hour forms for High School Students -Handing customer complaints
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City of Toronto
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Revising Officer
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Oct 2018 - Oct 2018
Assisting voters in updating their information on the voters list. As well as adding new voters to the voter's list. This took place in the riding of Eglinton-Lawerence
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Advance Poll Tabulator
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Sep 2018 - Oct 2018
Processing votes through the vote tabulator machine. Maintaining the functionality of the vote tabulator machine. This took place in the riding of Toronto-St. Pauls.
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Canada's Wonderland
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Canada
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Entertainment Providers
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500 - 600 Employee
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Maze Attendant
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Sep 2018 - Oct 2018
Assisting guests through the maze at Halloween Haunt. Applying safety rules and standards for patrons in the maze. Protecting monsters working in the maze. I was recognized as Maze Attendant of the Night, twice and was recognized as maze Attendant of the Year for Blood Shed. Assisting guests through the maze at Halloween Haunt. Applying safety rules and standards for patrons in the maze. Protecting monsters working in the maze. I was recognized as Maze Attendant of the Night, twice and was recognized as maze Attendant of the Year for Blood Shed.
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Canada
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Guest Relations Attendant
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Aug 2018 - Sep 2018
Handling customer complaints, providing information and customer service to CNE guests. Handling customer complaints, providing information and customer service to CNE guests.
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Elections Ontario
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Canada
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Government Administration
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200 - 300 Employee
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Deputy Returning Officer
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May 2018 - Jun 2018
Assisting guests with registering to vote. Assisting in ensuring a neutral and democratic process is maintained at the polling location. This position was held in the Eglinton-Lawerence Riding.
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Information Assistant/Resource Assistant
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May 2018 - Jun 2018
During the advanced election days, I helped with assisting electors and directing them to polling stations. I also helped with answering any general questions about the voting process. As a Resource Assistant, I helped with organizing and shelving election materials at the Eglinton-Lawerence Returning Office.
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Canada
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Info Booth Attendant
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Aug 2017 - Sep 2017
Helping guests with information and answering questions. Handling Credit Cards and Cash for Wagon rentals. Dealing with minor complaints.
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Guest Relations Attendant
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Aug 2017 - Sep 2017
Handling customer complaints, providing information and customer service to CNE guests.
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Canada
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Info Booth Attendant
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Aug 2016 - Sep 2016
Help guests with information and answering questions. Handling Credit Cards and Cash for Wagon rentals. Deal with minor complaints. This position is under the Guest Services Department at CNE. Help guests with information and answering questions. Handling Credit Cards and Cash for Wagon rentals. Deal with minor complaints. This position is under the Guest Services Department at CNE.
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Élections Canada | Elections Canada
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Canada
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Government Administration
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700 & Above Employee
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Information Officer
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Oct 2015 - Oct 2015
Interacted with voters and provided voters with information regarding the election. Interacted with voters and provided voters with information regarding the election.
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Canadian National Exhibition
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Canada
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Entertainment
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1 - 100 Employee
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Horse Capades Attendant/AgVenture Attendant
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Jul 2015 - Sep 2015
Supervised and operated mini stations for kids. Helped in educating children about farm animals and agriculture functionality. This job position allowed for the attendant to engage and actively interact with kids. Supervised and operated mini stations for kids. Helped in educating children about farm animals and agriculture functionality. This job position allowed for the attendant to engage and actively interact with kids.
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Education
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Royal Roads University
Master of Arts - MA, Disaster and Emergency Management -
Ryerson University
Bachelor's Degree of Urban and Regional Planning (BURPI), City/Urban, Community and Regional Planning -
Ryerson University - G. Raymond Chang School of Continuing Education
Certificate in Disaster Emergency Management, Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management -
Oakwood Collegiate Institute
Ontario Secondary School Diploma, High School/Secondary Diplomas and Certificates