Trades
Marvel College - Mission= "We inspire for our industry, nurture creativity, and cultivate financially rewarding careers" Vision= "To elevate our industry, one graduate at a time."
The Calgary Construction Association Youth Employment Program interviews and places youth, aged 16 and up, for three week paid work experiences in the construction industry, with the goal of full time employment and apprenticeship. The purpose of
the work experience is to allow youth the chance to determine if construction is a viable career path for them.
Wilma Agnew - SHEET METAL WORKERS. To design, fabric ate, assemble, install, and repair sheet metal products, and stainless steel architectural features in residential, commercial, and industrial construction.
Glen Edwards – Red Seal Chef
Louella Chonkolay – Careers the Next Generation - Field Director(Central and Southern Alberta)I can speak 2 languages and I have my level 1 Wild Fire Training
Lisa Beylea – is a professional Industry Makeup Artist, a senior member of the Makeup Department of I.A.T.S.E. Local 212, and a respected Makeup and SPFX Makeup Instructor. She has over 25 years of experience in the Industry, and has worked on
Hollywood features, movies for television, TV series, commercials, music and concert videos, reality television, independent productions, and stills and fashion shoots. Her current and most beloved job is Lead SPFX Makeup Coordinator for ST/OPS Canada
Tactical Training, recreating battlefield wounds for live armed forces training. Lisa has also taught Makeup workshops for organizations ranging from NUTV to S.A.I.T. She was nominated for 2013 AMPIA Award (Alberta’s Academy Awards) for Best Makeup,
for her work on Corb Lund's music video "Dig Gravedigger Dig", produced by Joe Media Group.
Business
Lackner, Lindsay - Business Development Advisor - Mechanical Engineering from Queen’s University, I work in Sales & Marketing type roles at Imperial Oil. My current job involves working with our field sales force to provide them with support and tools.
Barry Hawkins, Project Management, his career has spanned 40 years. Barry has worked on projects in various parts of Canada and the USA plus countries of: Australia, India, United Kingdom and Spain. Barry was a senior vice president with UMA/AECOM,
a multi-billion international consulting firm. Prior to recently embarking on semi-retirement, Barry was Project Director and Manager for the +$2 billion Airport Development Program for the Calgary Airport Authority. Areas of project specialty, barry is
noted for his work on advanced research projects such as the Canadian Light Source, TRIUMF and SNO Lab. Of his career highlights, Barry notes his working with an amazing array of project teams and clients to deliver projects that will benefit the
community for decades to come. Barry has received his education from: SAIT, MRC, University of Calgary, UBC, Vanderbilt University, University of Virginia and currently Yale University.
Calgary Flying Club - We are an Aviation School, Pilot Training.
Safeway is the premier grocer in Western Canada with retail stores located from Vancouver, British Columbia to Thunder Bay, Ontario. First coming to Calgary in 1929, we have provided fresh and convenient grocery selections to Western Canadian families
for over 80 years. Through the guiding principle of delivering top quality products and superior service to our customers, we have a well-earned reputation as an employer of choice within the communities we serve. With short and long term opportunities
in Retail, Distribution and Corporate there are opportunities for any individual!
Laura Ballerini - Laura is an award-winning Creative Director. Her backgrounds in both print and new media span over 26 years. With over 9 years of providing new media design leadership for TELUS Internet Group, Tiger Media Inc. (Axia Multimedia), and
the Calgary Herald; Laura is able to develop sophisticated conceptual and intuitive designs for an array of clients. She has been instrumental in the strategy, direction, and implementation of a variety of websites as well as print brand development. Laura's
unique combination of creative direction and project management ensures smooth development of complex solutions from inception through completion in a seamless manner.
Calgary Flying Club – Mya Cullen and Duane Hicks – Aviation School.
Denis Schechtel - has a Bachelor of Arts in Economics and a Bachelor of Commerce in Finance. I have worked in the financial services industry for 25 years. I am a Certified Financial Planner. My occupation involves helping my clients identify and meet their
financial goals by understanding their current financial picture, and creating a detailed plan to take control of their financial future.
Kim Gill - I grew up in a construction family. As my dad had only one hired hand and no sons, we did much of his insulating, roofing, cribbing and endless sweeping of drywall and sawdust. When I was quite little, dad would take me with him in his truck to
collect payments etc. until I started making negative comments in front of his clients about their furniture and color choices. He left me at home after that happened a couple times :-) I worked for a bathroom renovation company, and then Benjamin
Moore for almost eight years learning color theory and product knowledge in the paint and coatings industry. I took a comprehensive Interior Design Course for two years which earned me a Diploma and started my small business one year after
graduating. Simply Consulting is an hourly design service and has been in operation for the past 14 years.
Gord Sherven - Our Wealth Management Team specializes in providing customized solutions for successful business owners, individuals and their families. Our client’s success comes through our diligent and consultative approach in building investment
and financial plans, combined with exceptional client service. Former NHL Player and 1988 Winter Olympian
Chair of the Team Canada Alumni Hockey Association, Hockey Canada Board Member – Since 2001
Neville Doodha - Degree in Mechanical engineering, Master in Business Administration from University of Victoria, Working at Imperial Oil for last 14 years in the field of Supply Chain Management. Currently working as a Contract Administrator for the
construction of plant in Cold Lake
Fairmont Hotels & Resorts, our engaging service and delicious cuisine make every special event a truly memorable affair, both within our unique hotels and off-site. In the Conference Services & Catering department, our goal is to deliver distinctive
meetings & events through superior customer service, innovation, creativity and dining options that reflect our local surroundings. As a Conference Services & Catering Manager, you will provide clients with professional, friendly, and engaging service,
while working closely with operations departments to ensure each detail is executed as planned.
Amy Prior – Fairmont - Human Resources
Stephanie Araujo –I went to school for hospitality and tourism management specifically hotel and restaurant management. I started my career with Radisson in Hecla, Manitoba as a front desk agent for my summer co-op. I continued my schooling and
then went to The Fairmont Banff Springs as a Fairmont Presidents Club Agent. I transfered to Calgary a year later and became a Fairmont Gold Supervisor at the Fairmont Palliser. I strive to turn moments into memories for all my guests!
Sarah – graduated the Leadership Development Program in the rooms division at the Fairmont Palliser in Calgary, Alberta. She has recently graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce Degree from the University of Guelph majoring in Hotel and Food
Administration which included a 1 year co-op term. She developed her passion for hospitality while travelling with her family and has since held several progressive positions within hospitality including the role as a Team Leader Trainee at the Pan Pacific
Whistler Village Centre in British Columbia, Front Desk Agent at the Delta Guelph Hotel and Conference Centre in Ontario, and Assistant Manager at Adventure Village in Hamilton, Ontario.
“I’m grateful that I am able to do what I love and am excited about the future opportunities and experiences that Fairmont offers.” Sarah hopes to gain international work experience at one of Fairmont's resort properties over the next few years.
Medical Health Sciences
Dr. Kevin Toth has a Diploma of Nursing, a Bachelor of Science in Human Biology and a Doctorate of Chiropractic. He runs a private chiropractic clinic in Calgary- Adjust To Life Chiropractic & Wellness- where he helps people of all ages with musculoskeletal
injuries and general spinal health through adjustments, exercises, nutritional counseling and lifestyle modifications.
Dr. Sandy Pannell - Education: University of Regina-Bachelor of Science in Bio Medical Science and Invertebrate Zoology. University of Saskatchewan – College of Dentistry Doctor of Dental Medicine. Opened her dental practice in 1992
Stuart Brideaux has been a paramedic for 15 years in Calgary. He attended SAIT for all of his EMS training. Before going to SAIT, he earned a Bachelors of Music Performance Degree from the U of C. As Public Education Officer, Stuart is tasked with external
communications about EMS to the public. This includes public education regarding safety, career pathways, and media relations.
Gary Robertson - Fire Captain/EMT - Completed Firefighter training through Lakeland College. Completed EMT training through Professional Medical Associated in Calgary. In 2012 completed Certificate in Fire Service Leadership from Dalhousie University.
Internationally certified as a Firefighter, Rope and Vehicle Rescue Technician, Fire Officer Level II and Fire Service Instructor Level II.
Erin Heck & Amber Hutchinson - Veterinary Medicine – Have graduated with a doctorate of veterinary medicine from Alberta's new veterinary school. They are both working in small animal emergency medicine at Fish Creek Pet Hospital.
Dr. Colton Oswald received his certificate of clinical practice in Chinese Acupuncture and Herbal Medicine from WHO Acupuncture Training Center in Nanjing, China, in 1999 and became a registered acupuncturist in Alberta upon his return. Dr. Oswald
graduated from the International College of Traditional Chinese Medicine in Victoria, BC in 1999. He also received B.A. degree from the University of Calgary in 1995.
Dr. Oswald began teaching at the Alberta College of Acupuncture and Traditional Chinese Medicine in 2001. His passion for all facets of Oriental medicine keeps him studying and researching to improve his skills and understanding. This interest has lead
him to pursue advanced training in such fields as pulse diagnosis and auricular medicine, and has allowed him to teach many courses, include TCMDiagnostics, Herbology, Tui Na, External medicine, TCM Gynecology and Pediatrics and supervise the student
clinic. Aside from teaching, and his duties at the college, Dr. Oswald maintains a private practice and enjoys spending time with his family, being outdoors, and studying Asian martial arts, of which he has been a lifelong practitioner.
Linda Hickey - Massage therapists use their hands to explore and treat the soft tissue of the body - muscle, tendon, and fascia. And we do that in a way that calms the nervous system and brain while giving the person a sense of rest, rejuvenation and that
all is well. Our work environments are generally calm, quiet and conducive to relaxation, and the nature of out work allows us time and space to take care of ourselves through breath, posture and focus. Touch is powerful for both the giver and the
receiver. While I have been working with pregnant and new mothers for 20 years in private practice - other therapists work for chiropractors or in injury rehabilitation centers with a team of other health related professionals.
Shane Kilburn - has a B.Sc. in biomechanics and a M.Sc. in exercise and health physiology. He previously consulted for Adidas/Reebok as a member of their advanced research team where he aided in the design of sporting goods - specifically the design of
running shoes. He currently works at FitMetabolism helping people design better lifestyle practices in order to lead a healthier life. At FitMetabolism Shane has co-authored a booklet and helped to design a world class weight loss strategy. He has been
recognized for his ability to help people in both magazines and newspapers. In addition to his day job Shane has recently launched a website that automatically designs custom runs plans for all types of runners.
Community Service /Fine Arts
Silas Kaufman. Has received two degrees from ACAD the first from the drawing department in 1997 and the second in 2009 from the Visual Communications Department majoring in illustration for which he received honors and won the character design
award. Silas maintains a studio practice in Calgary where he has worked with many notable local organizations such as Decidedly Jazz Danceworks, CJSW Radio, Stephen Magazine,and Alberta Views Magazine. Silas also has an education degree from the
University of Calgary (2000), and has been employed with the Calgary Board of Education from 2000 - 2010. From 2009 - present Silas has worked with high risk youth through the Federal Intensive Rehabilitative Custody and Supervision Program. Silas also
currently works as a sessional instructor in the First Year Studies department and the Design department at ACAD and is a volunteer art teacher at CYOC and at the Bowness Discovering Choices program through the CBE. Kurt Cobain actually walked on
Silas’ head in a mosh pit back in 1991.
Philip Fulton has worked with the Calgary Humane Society for over 6 years where he started as an Adoptions Counsellor before moving into the Humane Education and Community Outreach department. Prior to getting involved in animal welfare Philip
worked in the arts as professional actor which took him to theatres all over the world.
Canadian Armed Forces- Protect Canada,Defend North America in cooperation with the U.S., and Contribute to international peace and security.
Carrie Kitchen is the Youth Services Librarian at Calgary Public Library and has a Masters of Library and Information Science degree from San Jose State University. Her job includes creating and running programs for teens, including the popular summer
reading challenge (Youth Read); being an expert on teen services and teen collections for the library system and acting as a support person for branch librarians; running the teen website and teen zone blog; and developing teen services through staff
training and advocacy. Also, she sometimes gets paid to play Nintendo.
Monique Podiluk is a reference assistant and has a Bachelor of Arts in Ancient and Medieval History from the University of Calgary. She has been with the library for eight years and is currently part of the Services for Children, Teens and Families
department at the Central Library. Her favourite part of the job is seeing the smiles on children’s faces when they come to the library for Storytime.
Amanda Bruni – Lawyer - has a bachelor of Chemical Engineering from the Royal Military College and worked as a process engineer in the diamond industry in Africa and the oil and gas industry in Calgary. She also has law degree from the University of
Leicester, United Kingdom. She is currently completing her law articles with Findlay Smith LLP in the areas of child welfare, wills and estates and corporate law. She is an avid runner and
Kyla Stenger - I received my Bachelor of Arts in Criminology from the University of Alberta. Upon graduation, I began working as a Correctional Peace Officer and Correctional Service Worker at the Edmonton Young Offender Centre and then transferred to
the Calgary Young Offender Centre. After that, I worked as a Behavior Support Worker with the Calgary Board of Education. My first job with the CBE was in a classroom with Mr. Hall (one of your teacher’s at CHHS). Since July 2012, I have worked as a
Caseworker and Assessor with Calgary Child and Family Services.
Roger Reinson – Student Resource Officer - I have been a member of the Calgary Police Service for just over seven years. My career as a police officer began in District 1 where I responded to calls for service within the downtown core area. After five years
as a street constable, I transferred to the Community and Youth Services Section to the role of a School Resource Officer at both Crescent Heights and Queen Elizabeth High Schools.
As a School Resource Officer I attend to any specific student information requests, and provide assistance to administrators in dealing with criminal situations which may arise within the schools.
Clem Martini – Author/Playwrite is an award winning playwright, novelist, and screenwriter with over thirty plays, and nine books of fiction and nonfiction to his credit, including the Calgary Book Award-winning Bitter Medicine: A Graphic Memoir of
Mental Illness and his most recent anthology, Martini With A Twist. He has served on the boards of numerous writing organizations including the Alberta Playwrights Network (Vice President), the Playwrights Guild of Canada (President), and the Canadian
Creative Writers and Writing Programs (founding President). His texts on playwriting, The Blunt Playwright, and The Greek Playwright, are employed in universities and colleges across the country. He is currently a professor in the School of Creative and
Performing Arts at the University of Calgary.
Engineering/Science
Biologist - I received my Bachelor of Science in biology from San Diego State University in 2009 and my Master of Science in fisheries and aquatic sciences from the University of Florida in 2013. I have worked on several freshwater, marine, and climate
change ecology projects in Utah, California, Florida, Canada, and Alaska. I have worked on dolphin and sea lion training projects for the United State Navy and was an education specialist for the San Diego Zoo. I am now working towards my Ph.D. in
Ecology and Evolutionary Biology at the University of Calgary studying trout populations.
Jeannine Nguyen - Completed the Architectural Technologies program at SAIT in 1998 with honours and I continue to learn both at work and through various courses offered online at UofC. I am a project manager for Public Works and Government
Services Canada here in Calgary. I started as an Architectural Technologist and Designer in June of 1998 with PWGSC and since 2000, moved into Project Management. I organize the work of consultants, engineers, contractors and suppliers to meet client
requirements. I work on a wide range of projects including fit-ups and interior renovations as bridge rehabilitation, fire alarm replacement, and various other projects. The work is both unique and challenging and allows me to use my social, organizational
and analytical skills. An amazing fact about me is that I consistently meditate every evening to keep me grounded, since 2007.
Gerry Galambos – Civil Engineer/Project Management – Over 35 years’ experience in Private and Public Sector as Project Management & Construction. Graduated from the University of Saskatchewan with Bachelors of Civil Engineering in 1978. MBA in
2001 from Heriot Watt University, Edinburgh, Scotland
Steve Wright - is a Mechanical Engineer with 28 years’ experience in the electric power generation, gas processing and gas transmission industries with large turbo machinery and steam system expertise. He has worked in or designed and built numerous
gas and steam turbine based power and compression facilities. Steve's experience has also included six years operations in thermal power generation and gas processing plants up to shift supervisory roles.
Brian Hall is the lead analyst for Power performance improvement efforts with the IBM Software Group Hardware Acceleration Laboratory team. He works with many IBM software products to capitalize on the IBM Power Architecture® and develop
performance preferred practices for software development and deployment. After joining IBM in 1987, Brian originally worked on the IBM XL C/C++/Fortran compilers and on the just-in-time compiler for IBM Java on Power. He has a Bachelor's degree in
Computer Science from Queen's University at Kingston and a Master's degree in Computer Science from the University of Toronto.
John Mannix - has been a member of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Landmen for over 40 years. I worked for a number of oil and gas companies, primarily Shell Canada Limited. Since I retired from Shell, I have worked as a Land consultant and am
actively involved as a volunteer with The Calgary Foundation and the Calgary Immigrant Educational Society.
Chris Koichopolos (coy-chop-poless), also known as “Chopper” to his industry colleagues, is a senior land professional with over thirty (30) years of industry experience in all aspects of land management in Western Canada including negotiations, analysis
and preparation of contracts (farmings, farmouts, poolings, acquisitions, divestitures and related agreements), regulatory issues including Freehold and Crown, Corporate land strategy and management. Although the majority of his career he has held
various positions as a mineral land negotiator and is principal of a successful consulting land company since 1995. Chris developed numerous contacts enabling him to build a large network with industry players, government agencies, and oil and gas
companies. Having worked for a variety of small to large oil and gas companies, both public and private. Chris is a Licensed Land Agent. An active member of the Canadian Association of Petroleum Landmen (CAPL) and past director of CAPL from 2002-2004.
Chris studied at Mount Royal College Petroleum and Mineral Land Management program.
Sam Bird Sam is an Environmental Scientist with experience conducting Phase I, II and III environmental site assessments, remediation projects and environmental monitoring programs at oil and gas facilities, mines, industrial sites and former defence sites
in the Northwest Territories, Yukon, Nunavut, BC and Alberta. Typically the project sites are remote and have required detailed planning for complex logistical, transportation and safety solutions. His areas of expertise are permafrost, cold climate
environments and remediation of abandoned logistics bases.
The work typically conducted on these projects consists of reviewing historical records, air photographs, and potential sources of contamination, determining what contaminants exist at the sites through soil, surface and groundwater sampling followed by
determining ecologically acceptable and economically feasible plans to remediate the sites. There are often multi-disciplined teams that work on large contaminated sites with expertise in fields such as; chemistry, ecology, soil science, geology,
hydrogeology, statistics, engineering, agrology, geographic information systems and data management.
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