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Michigan State University School of Human Resources and Labor Relations defines a sustainable work force as:

“One where individuals are productively employed in jobs that sustain psychological and economic well being over time as well as balance the diverse interests of employers, workers, and families. While a number of companies are working to build a sustainable workforce at home, far too often they continue to rely on workforces in developing countries that are anything but sustainable.”


 

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Kerri MacDonald
Executive Director

Kerri was born and raised in Collingwood Ontario.  Once she had completed high school her journey took her out to the west coast where she studied Environmental Science at Langara College.  She then continued her education in Calgary, Alberta and took a one year post degree program in Water Pollution at Mount Royal College.

Kerri returned to Collingwood in 2002 with her husband so they could raise their children with family and friends around.  In 2003 she started working for the Environment Network on a Job Creation Program rehabilitating streams.  Once this field work ended she then moved into the office and became the Program Coordinator of the Environment Network.

Kerri enjoys teaching her children about the environment and how to live in it without destroying it.  She loves walking her children to school and looking at the mini ecosystems along the way.  Kerri also loves skiing, hiking, swimming, running, volleyball, baseball, and really anything that can take her outside.

Our Dedicated Board of Directors

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Abby Stec, NWS, LEED® AP
President 
 
Abby Stec is a certified Nutrition and Wellness Specialist and a LEED® Accredited Professional.  She attended Sheridan College in the area of Fitness and Nutrition and did a one year apprenticeship with the Canadian Centre for functional Medicine under the direction of Dr Michael Lyon.  Abby has been teaching in the area of nutrition for the past 10 years and has worked with the variety of professionals doing consulting work and clinical studies pertaining to the affects of nutrition on children's cognition levels.  Abby was the founding Chair of the Simcoe County Eating Disorder Association and and sat on the Eating Disorders Advisory Committee at Royal Victoria Hospital for 6 years.  Most recently, Abby has worked as Devlopment Officer at Pretty River Academy where she is facilitation the certification of LEED® for Existing Buildings, Operations and Maintenance.  Abby is a member of the Canada Green Building Council and the Association of Fundraising Professionals.

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Stephanie Hardy
Director

For Stephanie, it’s been video since day one. As a child, if you needed to find her, it was best to look behind a video camera. So naturally when it came to her education, she completed Television and Video Production Studies at Canadore College in North Bay. Upon graduation she opened her own bilingual video production company honing her craft in both of Canada’s official languages.  
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But then Steph was ready to play. That’s because when it comes to life, Steph is all about finding the perfect work- play balance. So in 2004, she settled here in Collingwood ready to “play” in the waters of Georgian Bay and on the slopes of Blue Mountain.
 
While continuing with video, she found an incredible opportunity working with the Environment Network. She spent six years initiating programs that improve the quality of life of others in the Georgian Triangle. Her initiatives with youth, the environment and education have been extremely valuable to our community.

Well, it’s amazing how life comes full circle. Steph now finds herself back in video at Switch Video. Only she’s not behind a camera. She’s the woman who wears all the hats of video production. She’s a producer and oh,  she keeps this whole place running smoothly from the ground up. (She is the operations manager too.) Stephanie brings passion and heart to everything she does.

Stephanie considers herself lucky to continue her work with the Environment Network as a member of the Board of Directors.



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   Jeff Young
   Director


​  Jeff and his family moved to Collingwood in 2014 to pursue their love for the outdoors and live an active lifestyle.                                                     Since he arrived he has been involved with the Environment Network while also helping out with the Blue Mountain               Watershed Trust and the Collingwood Trails Committee.
Last spring, Jeff completed the Ontario Master Naturalist Program at Lakehead University where he learned about the flora and fauna Simcoe County. Using this knowledge and his passion for reptiles and amphibians, he founded the Collingwood Turtle Watch <https://www.facebook.com/collingwoodturtlewatch/> . The goal of the organization is to help turtles cross the road safely while also creating awareness of the local species.
Jeff’s enjoys biking, hiking, camping and gardening. Whether it’s on the mountain or in his own backyard, being outdoors where you’ll find him.



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  • Home Efficiency Rebate Plus Program
  • Who We Are
    • Mission Statement
    • Core Principals - Sustainability
    • History
    • Staff and Volunteers >
      • Staff
      • Volunteer
      • Join our Team
    • Our Supporters
    • Friends Of The Environment Network
  • What We Do
    • School Travel Planning
    • Depave
    • Home Efficiency Rebate Plus Program
    • Summer Day Camp
    • Share the Road
    • Past Programs >
      • Well Aware
      • The CREW
      • Girlfriends
      • EcoEnterprise
      • Ecoenergy >
        • For electrically heated home
        • For homes heated with Natural Gas
      • Ecodriver
      • Give the Gift of Green
      • RAIN
      • H.E.L.P. (Heros, Emerging Leaders, Professionals)
      • Home Weatherization Retrofit
  • Collingwood Youth Centre
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    • Camp Confirmation Page
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    • Camp Photos
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