Abigail Alty
About Abigail Alty
Abigail Alty serves as an Engagement Officer for the Government of Canada and has held multiple roles in public service since 2013. She has a diverse educational background in languages and literature, with degrees from the University of Calgary and Université Laval.
Work at Government of Canada
Abigail Alty has been serving as an Engagement Officer at the Government of Canada since 2018. In this role, she focuses on fostering communication and collaboration between government entities and the public. Her responsibilities include developing engagement strategies and facilitating discussions that align with government objectives. Prior to this position, she worked as a Legal Assistant Summer Student for one month in 2013, gaining experience in legal processes within the government framework.
Current Roles at United Nations Association in Canada
Since 2017, Abigail Alty has held the position of Regional Coordinator at the United Nations Association in Canada. Based in Ottawa, Ontario, she has been instrumental in promoting the values and objectives of the United Nations at a regional level. Her work involves coordinating initiatives that engage communities and raise awareness about global issues, aligning with the organization's mission to foster international cooperation.
Experience at Environment Canada
Abigail Alty has been employed as a Policy Analyst at Environment Canada since 2017. In this capacity, she analyzes environmental policies and contributes to the development of strategies aimed at addressing environmental challenges. Her work supports the government's commitment to sustainable development and environmental protection, ensuring that policies are informed by research and stakeholder input.
Educational Background
Abigail Alty has a diverse educational background. She earned a Bachelor of Arts degree from the University of Calgary, where she studied French Language and Literature, as well as Spanish Language and Literature, from 2006 to 2013. Additionally, she studied at Université Laval, focusing on French Language and Literature in 2011. She also attended Universidad Del Salvador, where she studied History and Spanish in 2009.
Previous Work Experience
Abigail Alty has a varied work history in government roles. She worked as a Clerk of the Court for the Government of Alberta for nine months in 2013-2014. She also served as a Waste Reduction Intern and Climate Change Engagement Coordinator at the Government of the Northwest Territories from 2014 to 2017. Additionally, she worked as an Accounting Summer Student from 2007 to 2009 in Yellowknife, gaining experience in financial processes within the public sector.