Leading Social Justice Fellowship

• May 2022 - Present

The Leading Social Justice Fellowship is a cross-sectoral leadership development program for individuals engaged in social justice transformation in the GTA, co-hosted by U of T's School of Cities, United Way of Greater Toronto and Rotman Executive Programs. The Leading Social Justice Fellowship is a cross-sectoral leadership development program for individuals engaged in social justice transformation in the GTA, co-hosted by U of T's School of Cities, United Way of Greater Toronto and Rotman Executive Programs.

Secretary Board Of Directors - Secretary

• Feb 2022 - Present

plazaPOPS is a community-lead, high impact, and low cost, process to transform parking lots into free and accessible gathering places. Responding to the lack of amenities along Toronto’s inner suburban arterials for pedestrians and TTC riders, plazaPOPS seeks to support and enhance the vibrant communities and businesses that already characterize Toronto’s inner suburbs, suggesting context-sensitive approaches to their densification. https://plazapops.ca/ plazaPOPS is a community-lead, high impact, and low cost, process to transform parking lots into free and accessible gathering places. Responding to the lack of amenities along Toronto’s inner suburban arterials for pedestrians and TTC riders, plazaPOPS seeks to support and enhance the vibrant communities and businesses that already characterize Toronto’s inner suburbs, suggesting context-sensitive approaches to their densification. https://plazapops.ca/

Professional Freelancer

• Jan 2015 - Present

Expanding Housing Options in Neighbourhoods Roundtable

• Mar 2022 - Jun 2022

The mission of the EHON Roundtable is to expand the understanding of the EHON project basedon the diverse lived experiences and areas of expertise convened on the group. The EHONRoundtable serves in an advisory capacity, providing feedback and ideas to the City of Torontostaff on specific areas of the EHON project, with specific attention to equity-seeking groups.Furthermore, the EHON Roundtable provides outreach support to the project and opportunitiesto engage with diverse communities. https://www.toronto.ca/city-government/planning-development/planning-studies-initiatives/expanding-housing-options/ Show less

My Main Street Community Activator Reviewer

• Feb 2022 - Mar 2022

Sat on the Review Committee for My Main Street, a $23.25-million investment by the Government of Canada to help drive business recovery and community revitalization to local communities across southern Ontario in the aftermath of COVID-19. The program is jointly delivered by the Canadian Urban Institute and the Economic Developers Council of Ontario. CUI is leading the Community Activator program and was responsible for distributing approximately $8M for placemaking projects—events and activities, community enhancements and policy and partnership development that improve shared public spaces, bring people together and benefit equity seeking groups. Show less

Steering Committee Member

• May 2021 - Jun 2022

Centre for Connected Communities is a project of MakeWay. The C3 Steering Committee, along with the Principal has delegated authority from MakeWay to provide strategic guidance to all C3 activities. The following are the expectations and obligations of Steering Committee members: -The overall direction (vision/mission) is reviewed regularly using inclusive and strategic processes; -Ensuring C3's overall direction (vision/mission) is based on C3’s Theory of Change, guiding principles and values and a deep understanding of the Connected Community Approach; -The level of risk is thoroughly explored before major decisions are made (major decisions include annual budgets, significant expansion or contraction of scope or mandate, senior staffing decisions (Principal), or significant purchases.); -The appropriate governance structure is in place and there is solid staff leadership (senior staff person i.e. – Principal) to oversee all operational decisions; -The appropriate legal structure is in place to support C3s growth Show less

Chair of Advisory Committee on Accessible Transit

• Jan 2021 - Jun 2022

Responsibilities of the Role include: -Chairs the monthly ACAT General meeting and attends all ACAT Subcommittee meetings; -Responsible for answering all correspondence in collaboration with the Vice Chairs and at times with direction from the ACAT membership; Addresses the TTC Board at its monthly meetings to draw attention to important issues from ACAT; Addresses attendees at the annual TTC Public Forum as part of the panel which includes TTC personnel, such as the TTC Chair and the TTC CEO; Attend Quarterly Meetings with the TTC Chair, TTC Vice Chair and CEO; Show less

Steering Committee Member

• Sep 2020 - Jun 2022

The Steering Committee will provide mission-based leadership and strategic governance to the Toronto Public Space Committee (TPSC). The following are the expectations and obligations of Steering Committee members: -Support the TPSC's purpose and vision. -Promote and act as an advocate for the TPSC, seeking resources and collaborations that will assist the TPSC in fulfilling its purpose. -Make use of networks, relationships, and resources to help TPSC initiatives. -Contribute to the implementation of TPSC's Strategic Goals and Objectives, such as exchanging information, creating relationships, and promoting collaborations to improve Toronto's public space. Show less

Consultant - Cycling and Pedestrian Projects

• Mar 2022 - May 2022

Providing consulting services to the City of Toronto Cycling and Pedestrian Projects Department on accessibility features within the public right of way. The role involved directly testing accessibility features with people with disabilities to gauge their effectiveness. The role included the opportunity to elicit feedback after implementation and measure the success of the design features in practice. This post-build consultation will also inform Cycling and Pedestrian Project's (CPP) overall consultation approach to make it more inclusive and ensure it captures the perspective of people with disabilities. The feedback will be used to advance design decisions on various projects and future updates to CPP guidelines. The secondary purpose of this site visit is to disseminate findings with the broader public and communicate CPP's commitment to complete streets where all transportation modes are taken into consideration. Show less

Urban Planner

• Sep 2020 - Apr 2022

The role involved working on small area planning, urban revitalization projects, and mixed-use developments for public and private clients. This included preparing project plans, technical documents, reports, briefing notes, status updates, planning rationale, and highest and best-use studies. Other tasks included planning research, reviewing legislation and policy as well as staying current on important transportation, land use, and urban planning policies and plans. The position required conducting accessible public consultations and presentations for meetings, project-related community consultations and events. Show less

Jane's Walk Festival Organizer

• Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

The Jane’s Walk Toronto Festival Coordinator leads our local festival programming each year. During the COVID-19 pandemic, it is more important than ever to explore ways of strengthening connections and sharing knowledge about our communities while keeping each other safe. The Toronto Festival Coordinator will tackle the challenge of bringing Jane’s Walk to life online and in socially distanced settings. The scope of work involves community outreach, digital engagement, and grassroots event promotion. We’re looking for an individual, team, or organization with a track record of building collaborative relationships and strong know-how around organizing, inspiring, and enabling others to do great work in their communities. https://janeswalk.org Show less

Consultant - Automated Vehicles Tactical Plan

• Jan 2019 - Apr 2019

Teaching Assistant

• Sep 2018 - Dec 2018

Policy Intern - Transportation Services

• May 2018 - Aug 2018

Student Placement

• Oct 2017 - Jun 2018

Innovation Hub - UofT Concierge Team Lead

• Sep 2016 - Apr 2018

Project Manager

• Aug 2016 - Apr 2018

Orientation and Events Coordinator

• May 2013 - Jun 2016

Have held multiple positions within the organization including Executive Associate, Associate VP Campus Life, Orientation Coordinator and most recently the Events Coordinator. Have held multiple positions within the organization including Executive Associate, Associate VP Campus Life, Orientation Coordinator and most recently the Events Coordinator.

Communications Coordinator - Professional & International Programs

• Sep 2011 - Mar 2015

User Research Coordinator - Next Generation Student Information Services

• 2013 - 2014

Customer Service Representative

• Jun 2010 - Feb 2013

Junior Orientation Coordinator

• May 2011 - Sep 2011