Ashleigh Penner
About Ashleigh Penner
Ashleigh Penner is a Silviculture Field Assistant at Canfor, where she has worked since 2017. She has a background in environmental science and has held various positions in forestry and recreation, including roles with the Government of Alberta and the City of Edmonton.
Current Role at Canfor
Ashleigh Penner has been employed at Canfor as a Silviculture Field Assistant since 2017. In this role, she is responsible for supervising summer high school students, providing guidance and oversight during field operations. Her duties include organizing and scheduling yearly training sessions as part of her responsibilities on the Safety Committee. She conducts manual brushing layout and post-harvest assessments, ensuring that the operations align with environmental standards.
Previous Experience in Forestry
Prior to her role at Canfor, Ashleigh Penner worked as a Forestry Technician at Woodlands North Inc. in 2014 for three months in Whitecourt, Alberta. She also served as an Alberta Junior Forest Ranger-Crew Member with the Government of Alberta from 2012 to 2013 for one year, gaining experience in Rocky Mountain House and Long Lake, Alberta. Additionally, she worked as a Recreation Technician I for the City of Edmonton from 2016 to 2018, where she contributed to community recreation initiatives.
Education in Environmental Science
Ashleigh Penner studied at Lethbridge College, where she pursued a diploma in Renewable Resource Management within the Environmental Science program. Her studies spanned from 2013 to 2016, equipping her with the knowledge and skills necessary for her career in forestry and environmental management.
Safety and Environmental Compliance Responsibilities
In her current position at Canfor, Ashleigh Penner is involved in several key responsibilities that emphasize safety and environmental compliance. She performs herbicide monitoring and conducts forest health assessments to ensure adherence to environmental regulations. Additionally, she completes regular building inspections to maintain safety standards within her operational area.