Megan Mac Phee
About Megan Mac Phee
Megan Mac Phee is a WIM GIS Co-Op Student with a strong passion for environmentalism and a unique ability to identify plants. She has a background in GIS and environmental studies, having completed her education at Selkirk College and the British Columbia Institute of Technology.
Work at Canfor
Megan Mac Phee currently holds the position of WIM GIS Co-Op Student at Canfor, a role she has occupied since 2021. Her work is based in Fort St John, British Columbia, Canada. In this position, she focuses on applying her knowledge of Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to support Canfor's environmental initiatives and data management efforts. Her experience in this role contributes to her goal of enhancing the perception of environmental data.
Education and Expertise
Megan Mac Phee has a solid educational background in GIS and environmental studies. She earned her Bachelor of GIS from Selkirk College, where she studied from 2020 to 2022. Prior to that, she completed a Recreation Fish and Wildlife Technical Diploma at Selkirk College from 2013 to 2014. Additionally, she studied Parks Law and Administration at the British Columbia Institute of Technology for 11 months in 2014. This diverse educational foundation supports her passion for environmentalism and her aspiration to bring data to life.
Background
Megan Mac Phee has a varied background that includes both education and work experience in environmental and recreational fields. In 2017, she worked as a Parking Attendant and Trail Crew member at the Capital Regional District in Victoria, British Columbia, for three months. Her experiences have shaped her understanding of environmental issues and have fueled her commitment to improving the way environmental data is utilized.
Achievements
Megan Mac Phee possesses a unique ability to identify plants, which she often demonstrates even without prompts. This skill reflects her deep interest in environmentalism and her dedication to understanding the natural world. Her academic and professional pursuits are aligned with her goal of changing perceptions of maps and environmental data, indicating her commitment to making a positive impact in her field.
Personal Interests
In her leisure time, Megan Mac Phee enjoys canoeing with her husband, Jacob, and their dog, Soda Pop. She also engages in hobby film photography and bird watching. These activities reflect her passion for nature and the outdoors, complementing her professional interests in environmentalism and GIS.