Linda is an inspiring leader, facilitator and trainer with over 25 years experience in the academic, government, not-for-profit and consulting sectors. She has a Master of Environmental Engineering degree from the University of Western Ontario's Biochemical Engineering Department and a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry and Biology from the University of Waterloo. Over her career, Linda has specialized in program development, evaluation and training related to toxics and waste reduction and chemical management planning. Linda's research interests centre on developing strategies that help consumers incorporate sustainable consumption into their purchasing decisions.

Tania is a dedicated sustainability practitioner and researcher with over a decade of expertise working in academic, government, and non-government organizations on projects of regional, national and international scale. She has a Master of Environmental Studies and a Bachelor of Environmental Studies from the University of Waterloo.  Tania is experienced in building partnerships, designing novel programs, and crafting social change initiatives. Since 2001, Tania has served on several regional, national and international committees, workgroups and networks that advance the goals of sustainable consumption and production.

Brendan oversees much of My Sustainable Canada's work in the areas of greening health care, toxics-use reduction and sustainable consumption. As program and research manager, Brendan is responsible for a variety of day-to-day project management activities as well as supervising a research team of staff and contractors. He has managed several successful projects including: toxic use reduction strategies for health care, a literature review of local food procurement opportunities for public institutions, and an exploratory study of social ventures as a valuable business model for creating more sustainable, equitable, and healthier societies.

A graduate of the University of Waterloo's Environment and Business Program, Nicholas has experience in making the business case for sustainability.  Nicholas' experience draws upon paid and unpaid positions with Hewlett-Packard Development Company L.P., the University of Waterloo, Hydro One Networks Inc., ICF International, and Sustainable Waterloo Region. He has contributed to the development of several decision-making tools that draw upon his abilities in the areas of: cost-benefit analysis, benchmarking and carbon accounting, corporate sustainability and environmental communications.

Hayley is a dynamic researcher and educator advancing the sustainability of our food systems. She developed a methodology to assess and expand institutional procurement of local food in Ontario. Her background in community development and broadcast media has taken her to projects that draw on her excellent problem-solving and communication skills. She has worked in both domestic and inter-cultural contexts in Kenya and Barbados, and from Quebec to British Columbia. Capacity building and facilitating transformational conversations to build a more just, resilient world are at the heart of Hayley’s work. She has an Honours Bachelor of Arts from McGill University.

Lindsay is a research practitioner whose skills have proven invaluable to My Sustainable Canada. Lindsay has a degree in Geography and Environmental Management from the University of Waterloo and her research interests centre on developing local strategies for mitigation and adaptation to climate change. Lindsay's work focuses on program research, development, and evaluation of emissions reduction strategies. With five years of experience in delivering local and international education initiatives, Lindsay brings a wealth of knowledge and professionalism to every project she undertakes. Lindsay also serves on two regional committees which strive to advance  the environmental awareness of citizens.

For six years, until 2011, Carolyn worked as Communications Officer and Programmes Manager for the Canadian Institute for Environmental Law and Policy (CIELAP), where she performed research, communications, fundraising, and program management. Her areas of specialization include extended producer responsibility, green economy, sustainable development, and sustainable consumption and production.  Carolyn is an experienced facilitator as well as researcher and enjoys using her talents to foster dialogue.  She has a B.Sc in Environmental Science and Statistics from the University of Guelph and a Masters in Adult Education from the University of Toronto.

Michelle brings over eight years of theoretical and practical experience in the field of environmental resource management and tourism to My Sustainable Canada.  Michelle has worked with several organizations, including: Ontario Snow Resorts Association; Caribsave; United Nations Development Programme; World Bank; and, Parson Brinkerhoff Australia Pty Limited.  Her current research interests explore the two-way relationship between tourism and climate change.