Bettina Henkelman, BSc. (Hons), EP

Experience

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  B.C. Parks

  Jan 1994 - Jan 1996

  Park Ranger

   Monitored environmental damage and remediated areas within the park. Carried out oxygen and temperature sampling in lakes and streams. Fish sampling and Boat operation on Tidal and Freshwater. Experienced and safe operator of tractors, chainsaws, bobcats, loaders, dump trucks, trailers, and all gas/electric powered maintenance equipment and tools. Experienced with helicopters, radios, backcountry survival techniques. Provided Park Safety, Enforcement, and First Aid Services Show less

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  Park and Tilford Gardens

  Sept 1996 - Dec 1997

  Landscape Horticulturist

  Designed, planted, and maintained Japanese Garden, Ornamental Grass Bed, Herb garden, Rose Garden, Shade Garden, and annual display gardens as well as commercial landscapes in adjacent shopping centre.

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  North Halton Golf and Country Club

  Apr 1998 - Dec 1999

  Head Horticulturist

  Grew and purchased plant material, designed, built, planted and maintained heritage, native and show gardens; provided tours; led the certification process under the Audubon Cooperative Sanctuary Program for Golf Courses.

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  Sheridan Nurseries Limited

  Jan 2000 - Dec 2003

  Head Commercial Grower

   Scheduled and Co-ordinated large crews for plant maintenance including several Species at Risk and many native plants commonly grown for landscaping (not obtained from the wild) and hundreds of common and unsual vine and herbaceous perennial garden species Selected suppliers, ordered equipment Implemented full IPM program at Sheridan Nurseries – using biological methods integrated with non-toxic effective chemicals and improved production methods Strategized many improvements to increasing productivity including potted plant layout, improved soil mixes for best plant performance, highly efficient potting methods, handling of bare root and plug materials prior to potting, and timing of maintenance Operated farm machinery such as Front-end loaders, hydraulically operated shipping wagons, and bobcats Show less

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  National Capital Commission, Governor General's Residence

  Mar 2004 - Nov 2004

  Horticultural Crew Leader

  As Crew leader, I worked with the team to maintain the front gardens (open to the public) to a high standard, and to keep the private gardens in pristine show-like condition as they were used for official visits. The work consisted of planting, maintaining, transplanting, dividing, pruning, fertilizing, pest control, and harvesting. We worked with bare root material, bulbs, potted plants, and seeds. We looked after trees, hedges, shrubs, annual, perennial, a nut and fruit orchard, and native gardens. Show less

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  Algonquin College

  Sept 2004 - May 2007

  Instructor - Horticulture Program

   Developed and conducted day and evening classes, also special topics presentations (native plants and grasses). Completed training for Highly Effective Teaching at Algonquin College.

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  Central Experimental Farm

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  Gardener

  Planted and maintained perennial and annual flower beds in Ornamental Public Gardens, pruned roses, shrubs, and hedges, carried out Integrated Pest Management, and provided information and advice to the public.

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  City of Ottawa

  Jan 2005 - Jan 2006

  Waste Diversion Assistant

   Researched, developed and implemented Contest to determine effects of bi-weekly waste pick-up and compost program. Established over 60 new partnerships in the “Take-it-Back” program;  Provided comparative analysis of composting programs and pick-up in other Canadian cities. Responded to public inquiries and liaison on all waste collection issues and Hazardous Waste Depots.

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  South Nation Conservation Authority

  Jan 2007 - Jan 2007

  Geoscientist

   Organized, co-ordinated, carried out, and documented the extent of interaction between groundwater within the local esker aquifer and surface water. Assisted with protocol development for Hydrogeological Information Database

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  Canadian National Wildlife Research Centre

  Sept 2007 - Nov 2008

  Research Assistant

   Carried out research, statistical analysis, and maintained plants in Greenhouse and growth chambers for experiments. Co-authored "Germination requirements for 29 terrestrial and wetland wild plant species appropriate for phytotoxicity testing", published in Pest Management Science in 2008.

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  AECOM/GartnerLee

  Jan 2008 - Dec 2008

  Ecologist, Wetland and Restoration Specialist, Biologist, Proposal and Budget Development

   Managed and conducted Environmental Impact Studies (EIS) for residential and commercial developments, MTO projects, landfill development, and Municipal and Federal projects;  Compiled expert, accurate plant and wildlife inventories (insects, herptiles, and mammals) using GPS, ArcMap and windows based programs, and created mitigation plans for wildlife impacts. Performed arborist assessments and Forest/Tree Management Reports for hazard analysis and restoration plans. Determined the ecological sensitivity and significance of a site to verify the site-specific constraints and opportunities for development by developing and carrying out studies to determine statistically and scientifically supported methods. Presented study findings to a wide variety of governmental and non-governmental stakeholders. Provided guidance on plans and management of restoration and wetland planting, monitored environmental mitigations, obtained MNR concensus on revisions to Provincially Significant Wetland boundaries. Conducted ELC, Significant Woodland, Species at Risk, and PSW studies for development applications. Provided critical field data for to back fill permits under the Conservation Authority Act. Obtained development approvals from the Niagara Escarpment Commission and under the Oakridges Morraine Conservation Act. Show less

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  Morrison Hershfield

  Jan 2009 - Jun 2021

  Senior Ecologist / Biologist, Arborist, Environmental Planner

  I brought over 25 years of experience to my position of Environmental Planner, Ecologist and Species at Risk Specialist at MH. Other related capabilities are community sustainability planning, arborist assessments, restoration design (including pricing and construction contract writing), and environmental monitoring. As Project Manager, I complete projects on time and under budget, and have had many satisfied clients on highly technical projects. I have a rich history of experience in various environmental fields and help grow clients. The following is a summary of my experience: obtained SARA and ESA approvals and obtained consensus with clients and approving authorities on mitigation plans. Compiled expert, accurate plant, ELC, wetland (including OWES/PSW delineation), forestry, wildlife, and Species at Risk inventories, MNR qualified Butternut Health Assessor. Developed MNR/EC endorsed survey methodologies. Produced vegetation /ecological management plans for federal partners and various agencies in Canada. Managed and fulfilled the planning requirements under CEAA, and many Class EA processes (MTO, Transit EA, Municipal Projects). Carried out presentations and acted as group facilitator for municipal committee and community initiatives on controversial EA projects. ISA TRAQ & TAQ Arborist certification #ON-1266A. Conducted tree retention reports, urban forest management plans and arborist evaluations for public and private clients Designed and managed restoration plans for terrestrial, wetlands and riparian systems based on specific site requirements and local ecosystems, restoring natural function and creating self-sustaining habitats, while fulfilling the objectives of municipal planning authorities and clients for private and public lands.  Reviewed and monitored landscape plans and installations for riparian and lakeshore mitigation plans; including DFO authorizations. Backpack Electrofishing Certificate and DFO Fisheries training Show less

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  Hidden Harvest Ottawa

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Horticultural Advisor

   Provided expert horticultural and business advice for Ottawa-based Social Enterprise

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  Carleton University

  Jan 2013 - May 2016

  Instructor - Environmental Science Professional Practice

   Using over 20 years related applied Environmental Science industry experience, as well as terrestrial surveys, ecological restoration, and environmental planning and policy to provide professional guidance for 3rd year environmental science students. Over 7 years teaching experience and delivery of ENSC 3001, horticulture, and other environmental and geography science programs. Highly effective communication, presentation, and organizational skills and a passion for education and mentoring.  Defined outcomes, evaluating, and developing projects and assignments to assist in development of real industry skills. Liaised, consulted, and team building with committees, administrators, stakeholders, and other colleagues for project coordination and project management. Show less

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  National Capital Commission - Commission de la capitale nationale

  Jul 2021 - now

  Senior Environmental Officer

  Being the Acting Chief for our Environmental Impact Assessment group has been a pleasure, and makes me appreciate our leadership at the NCC even more.