Why I chose to work in arboriculture
Why Arboriculture? It’s so diverse, many avenues you can take, and being close to nature every day.
My favourite tree
Sweetgum, it has cool bark and colourful leaves in the fall.
Expertise
Over 15 years of experience working with all aspects of Arboriculture and Horticulture.
Formal education
University of Victoria – B.Sc – Geography Major
Douglas College – Residential Landscape Technician Diploma
Formal training & certification
ISA Certified Arborist – PN #7134A
ISA Tree Risk Assessment Qualification
Pesticide Applicator Certificate – Landscape General #203139
Pesticide Applicator Certificate – Industrial Vegetation & Noxious Weed #203140
BC Plant Health Care – Climbing Skills
BC Plant Health Care – Aerial Lift & Climbing Rescue Training
Weed Management for Ecologically Sound Landscape Services Workshop
Valley Driving School – Defensive Driving Course
Certificate of T.D.G. Training (Transporting of Dangerous Goods)
EECOL Advanced Underground Cable and Pipe Locating
Technical Writing Course
Organic Soil Management
Insect Management & Efficient Use of Pesticides Seminar
IEPMA Conference 2017
WHMIS Certificate of Completion
BC Plant Health Care – Pruning Young Trees Seminar
Employers’ Advisers Office Seminars: Accident Investigation and Claims Management Module 2
ESSO Imperial Oil P&D Safety Orientation