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Arash Alizadeh holds a dual Ph.D. degree in Chemical Engineering from Queen’s University (Canada) and University of Lyon (France). Dr. Alizadeh has over 15 years of academic/industrial experience in the polymer science and technology, particularly in the areas of polymer reaction engineering, process modeling and simulation, new plastic product development and scale-up as well as […]

Eric Corneau has over 15 years of experience with Environment and Climate Change Canada. He has a bachelor’s degree with a major in Environmental Studies and a minor in Biology from University of Ottawa and a Biotechnology diploma from La Cite Collégiale. He is currently a Manager in the Plastic and Marine Litter Division since […]

Patrick’s career in luxury hospitality has crossed nearly every operational department at six iconic properties in Western Canada. In his current capacity as Regional Director of Sustainability, Patrick oversees all sustainability initiatives at Fairmont Banff Springs, Fairmont Chateau Lake Louise, Fairmont Jasper Park Lodge, Fairmont Chateau Whistler, and The Rimrock Resort, and proudly continues to […]

Dr. Andrea Hull is a family physician and planetary health advocate. As a member of the Canadian Association of Physicians for the Environment (CAPE) she has had the opportunity to work with like-minded health professionals. She recently completed an MSc in Climate Change and Planetary Health at the London School of Hygiene and Tropical Medicine […]

Within WRAP, as Head of Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), Jordan works with national and international partners, governments, NGO’s, charities, producers/manufacturers, and other industry stakeholders to design efficient and effective EPR mechanisms. Jordan leads the vision and strategy of EPR within WRAP, engaging with all waste streams where the concept of EPR can be applied, including, […]

Anna Ryan (she/her) discovered her interest in microplastics while completing her master’s degree at Dalhousie University. Anna was investigating microplastics in the air when she had the opportunity to go to Newfoundland to measure just how much plastic the atmosphere deposited during a hurricane. Anna was able to publish her work and  has since shared […]

Tanya Iryna Pacholok (she/her) is the Community Engagement Lead at the Biosphere Institute of the Bow Valley on traditional Treaty 7 territory. Tanya is a multidisciplinary researcher, artist and community worker with a Master of Arts in Community Engagement from the University of Alberta. Tanya is particularly passionate about intersection of climate justice, gender/sexuality inclusion […]

Wes Olson was raised in the rugged foothills of Alberta’s Rocky Mountains. There, on family camping, hunting and fishing trips began a life-long association with wild places and wildlife that live in them. Following graduation from college Wes worked for several years as a Wildlife Technician for the Yukon Government, then after a stint at […]

Ralph Torrie is an analyst, thought leader, and advocate for sustainable development. He got involved in energy and environmental issues in the 1970’s while still a physics student at the University of Waterloo and has been working for environmental justice and sustainability ever since. Attendees at past RCA conferences may recall Ralph’s previous presentations on […]

Anthony Merante (he/him) has been working on protecting aquatic ecosystems for 15 years with a focus on government and community collaboration for large-scale impact. In his past roles in the not-for-profit and private sectors, Anthony has focused on restoring the health of the Great Lakes and addressing damage from urban pollution such as road salt […]