Colin Burke
About Colin Burke
Colin Burke is a Validation & Equipment Specialist at Canopy Growth Corporation in Smiths Falls, Ontario. He holds a Bachelor of Science in Chemistry from Saint Mary's University and has a background in Culinary Arts from Nova Scotia Community College.
Work at Canopy Growth
Colin Burke has been employed at Canopy Growth Corporation since 2018. He holds the position of Validation & Equipment Specialist, where he is responsible for ensuring that equipment and processes meet regulatory standards. His role is critical in maintaining the quality and safety of products within the cannabis industry. Canopy Growth is located in Smiths Falls, Ontario, Canada, and is recognized as a leading company in the cannabis sector.
Education and Expertise
Colin Burke has a diverse educational background. He studied at Nova Scotia Community College (NSCC) from 2007 to 2009, where he completed a program in Culinary Arts/Chef Training. Following this, he attended Saint Mary's University from 2012 to 2016, earning a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree with a focus on Chemistry. This combination of culinary and scientific education contributes to his expertise in validation processes and equipment management.
Background
Colin Burke's professional journey includes experience in both the culinary and scientific fields. After completing his studies in Culinary Arts, he transitioned into the laboratory sector. He worked as a Lab Technician B at AGAT Laboratories from 2016 to 2018, where he gained practical experience in laboratory operations. This role provided him with foundational skills that he later applied in his current position at Canopy Growth.
Professional Experience at AGAT Laboratories
Before joining Canopy Growth, Colin Burke worked at AGAT Laboratories as a Lab Technician B from 2016 to 2018. In this role, he was involved in various laboratory tasks, contributing to the analysis and testing of samples. His experience at AGAT Laboratories equipped him with essential skills in laboratory techniques and quality assurance, which are applicable in his current position.