Emily Shimon (she/her) holds an Honours Bachelor of Environmental Sciences and Studies (BESS) and a Master’s of Sustainability Studies (MA SS) from Trent University. Her work experience encompasses hands-on ecological surveys and restoration with Kawartha Conservation Authority, and the Alderville First Nation Black Oak Savana, as well as research coordination and support with Trent University and U-Links Centre for Community Based Research. She has been a part of the team at Green Communities Canada since 2019, supporting and now leading the Green Infrastructure department to grow our strategic programing and expand our efforts to improve local climate resilience across the country. Emily is a proud permaculturalist and homesteader. When she’s not at her desk, you can find Emily raising rabbits and ducks and growing a massive garden each year from her home on Vancouver Island.