Prior to joining the team at the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, I worked across Canada and in almost a dozen countries on sustainability and environmental research, education, policy, planning and management with non-profits, governments, universities and the United Nations. And, I’ve led several national and local non-profits and charities that focus on championing sustainability and environment.

I have undertaken research on Northern environmental, social and economic issues for universities, the government and an Inuit association, as well as field research in a First Nations community. I have provided nature, environmental and sustainability workshops and learning experiences for children, youth and adults. And, I have integrated sustainability, environment, climate change, biodiversity, low carbon and gender considerations into poverty reduction and livelihoods projects.

I love being in nature, am passionate about working towards a more sustainable and equitable world, and am thrilled to be back in the North. And I’m so excited to join the Churchill Northern Studies Centre, where we facilitate and support researchers’, learners’ and the public’s understanding of how to sustain the North.

I am originally from Southern Ontario but have lived in many different regions and provinces throughout Canada. I graduated from the University of Waterloo with a B.A. in Sports Business and Tourism and have a remote tourism operations and logistics concentration. I am excited to bring my three years of remote tourism experience to the CNSC. This is my second time calling Churchill and the CNSC home, as in the fall of 2018 I was the administrative intern.

I love sports and the outdoors, and have a passion for fishing. I look forward to meeting everyone that comes through our doors here at the CNSC and I am excited to be back in Churchill!

I was born and raised in Massachusetts and first came to Churchill in 1997 as an educator with the Great Bear Foundation of Missoula, Montana. After graduating from the University of Montana with a B.Sc. in Wildlife Biology in 1999, I conducted an independent research project on polar bear behaviour and tourism at Gordon Point and was a field biologist for the Born Free Foundation's Orphan Polar Bear Cub Project (1999-2009). I began working for the CNSC first as a volunteer in 2002 and then as a contract fundraiser. I have been in my current position as a Special Projects Assistant and Bookkeeper since 2007. In 2010 I became a dual citizen of the US and Canada. I live remotely in my cabin at Camp Nanuq (4 km west of the CNSC) and enjoy hunting, fishing, ice fishing, boating, snowmobiling, hiking, snow shoeing and live music.

I am an environmental geochemist focusing on freshwater lake and pond water chemistry in arctic and subarctic regions. I live in Churchill, Manitoba full-time as the northern field research scientist on staff at the Centre. As the Scientific Coordinator, I provide a point of contact for researchers, execute scientific research under the auspices of the CNSC, coordinate contract research, participate in the teaching of both academic and general interest courses, and communicate current science issues to the general public. Prior to coming to the Centre, I received my Ph.D. from the University of Western Ontario in London, Ontario, Canada in 2002 conducting research at various locations throughout the High Arctic during graduate studies. In addition to being the Scientific Coordinator, I am an Adjunct Professor in the Department of Geography at the University of Winnipeg in Winnipeg, Manitoba where I teach and supervise students.

I am originally from Prince Edward Island and grew up exploring every corner of the East coast. My love of nature and the outdoors sparked my interest in conservation and environmental science. I have BScH from Acadia University, and recently completed a Masters of Resource and Environmental Management at Dalhousie University in Halifax, Nova Scotia.

I have worked at remote biological field stations from coast to coast and have fallen in love with every species and ecosystem I encounter. I am already captivated with the North and cannot wait to continue supporting and conducting research in the Canadian subarctic.

I was born and raised in Winnipeg, MB and grew up playing hockey in the winter, and getting outside in the summer. I have a background in Human Rights and Conflict Resolution from the University of Winnipeg. I am an enthusiast of all things photography, and am keen to get out on my bike whenever I can. I love working with young people, and am a huge believer in experiential learning. Previously, I spent three years with the Winnipeg Jets True North Youth Foundation, had many summers as a camp counsellor, and worked as a Research Assistant at Global College at the University of Winnipeg. I’m excited to share my love of Churchill with the world,and hope to facilitate as many learning opportunities as possible for everyone who comes to visit.

I first came to Churchill in the spring of 2000 to work at the Churchill Northern Studies Centre as the Program Coordinator. I was lucky enough to participate in a Polar Bear Behavior research project with Kim Daley (2002-2004) and spent two summers as the Summer Research Technician (2003-2004). By late 2004, I officially became a Churchill resident when my partner Matt and I purchased a small remote cabin at Spruce Ridge (about 6km West of the CNSC). In 2006, I completed my Bachelor͛s degree and became the Full Time Research Technician at the CNSC. It was an exciting time to be working here, as the plans for the new building were truly becoming a reality. After the Grand Opening of the new CNSC facility (2011), I took a small hiatus from Churchill to live in Thompson, Manitoba. Over the course of the following 5 years I completed an Apprenticeship Program, was awarded a Red Seal as a Power Electrician and started a Family. After my son Mason was born, we wanted more than anything to raise him in the North, so I am very pleased to have been given the opportunity to return to the CNSC as Assistant Maintenance Supervisor/Rocket Green Manager.

Hello everyone, I am the sustainability intern here at the CNSC. I am a new grad from the University of British Columbia, and I have a bachelor’s in science majoring in Biology. I originate from Kelowna BC and adore sustainability, ecology, gardening, and design (visual arts). I am very excited to work and learn with the CNCS about sustainable practices and how applicable they are, not only in the rural community of Churchill but also how they can be applied to larger communities such as Kelowna. I am super eager to test the limits and boundaries of hydroponics and see what this new age agricultural practise can do.

Cool fact: I’ve had two animated films featured in two different film festivals.

Sharon and Dolores fill the (very important!) role of housekeeper at the CNSC.

Hi I'm Sharon and I had worked at the Aurora Inn for 13 years before joining the CNSC in June 2011. I enjoys meeting the guests and volunteers from all over the world. I was born and raised in the community of Churchill and like to travel when possible. Working at the CNSC is a good fit as I am frequently surrounded by all our travelling guests!

My name is Dolores. I’m a proud to be born and raised in Churchill.  I am a York Factory First Nation member. I have four children ages 8, 9, 16 & 29. Two boys and two girls. I’ve worked in various jobs here in town, such as The Town of Churchill, CRHA, and other hotels. I started working with the CNSC in May of 2019 as one of the housekeeping staff. I really enjoy working here and I get to work with my co-worker Sharon again. Also love to get to meet new people and tourists from around the world. I especially love the yummy baked treats that our baker Peggy makes. Churchill is such a beautiful, unique place, and is most importantly my home and I love that my children get to grow up here.