Policy Analyst, Natural Resources Canada, Science and Policy Integration
Public Administration, Bachelor of Arts (BA) - Honours 2003

Tell prospective students a bit about the work you do?

As a policy generalist, I've had the chance to work on various Cabinet documents, such as Memorandum to Cabinet, Treasury Board Submissions and Orders in Council. Some of the highlights from my past 8 years working in Ottawa include: working at the Privy Council Office where we supported the Prime Minister's Cabinet Committee on Plans and Priorities; drafting scenario notes for the weekly Deputy Minister's Breakfast Meeting; and, developing Canada's Space Policy Framework announced in February 2014. As a policy analyst, my work consists of analyzing complex issues, communicating the key points and providing advice and recommendations to the Government.

Tell prospective students a bit about how your studies at York helped you to get where you are today.

The Public Policy & Administration program at York University provided me with a strong foundation in Policy, Law and Economics, which also gave me a great framework to tackle complex policy issues faced by the Government. In addition, the Professors at York exposed me to a variety of policy issues from social policy, international affairs and a broad understanding of how Government works. They also challenged me to be a better writter and gave me all the tools to succeed in my career.