Madeleine Hayes
About Madeleine Hayes
Madeleine Hayes is a Conservation Technician at Ducks Unlimited Canada, where she has worked since 2021. She holds a Bachelor of Science in Honours Environmental Sciences from McMaster University and has experience in various conservation and environmental roles.
Work at Ducks Unlimited Canada
Madeleine Hayes has been employed as a Conservation Technician at Ducks Unlimited Canada since 2021. In this role, she is based in Surrey, British Columbia. Her responsibilities include conducting crop cover surveys and tidal mud flat surveys for invasive grasses, utilizing ESRI’s Collector and Survey 123 technologies. Additionally, she inspects and maintains water control structures for created wetlands as part of the Habitat Asset Management crew. Hayes also contributes to the public relations team by providing photos and materials for social media posts.
Education and Expertise
Madeleine Hayes studied at McMaster University, where she completed an Honours Environmental Sciences Co-op program. She achieved a Bachelor of Science (BSc) degree from 2017 to 2022. During her academic career, she gained practical experience as a Research Assistant in 2020, where she developed skills relevant to environmental science and conservation. Her education has equipped her with the knowledge and expertise necessary for her current role in conservation.
Background in Conservation
Prior to her current position, Madeleine Hayes worked in various roles related to conservation and public safety. She was employed as an Intermediate Park Labourer and later as a Park Labourer at the Central Lake Ontario Conservation Authority in 2018 and 2019. In these roles, she gained hands-on experience in park maintenance and conservation efforts. Additionally, she worked as a Lifeguard and Water Safety Instructor for the City of Oshawa from 2016 to 2017, which contributed to her skills in public safety and community engagement.
Field Research and Contributions
In her conservation work, Madeleine Hayes has conducted significant field research, including identifying and enumerating juvenile salmon to assess restoration efforts in the lower Fraser River. This work is critical for understanding the health of aquatic ecosystems and the effectiveness of restoration initiatives. Her experience with technology, such as ESRI’s Collector and Survey 123, enhances her ability to gather and analyze environmental data.