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Holly LaForme

Holly LaForme

Multi-Commodity Student Inspector

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  • Timeline

  • About me

    Education Liaison at Ogwadeni:deo Child Welfare Agency

  • Education

    • University of Guelph

      2017 - 2021
      Bachelor of Science - BS Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences Honours

      Activities and Societies: Co-President of NANS Student Association | Indigenous Student Peer Mentor | Co-Ed and Women's Intramural Hockey | Women's Intramural Volleyball | Co-Ed 3-Pitch Intramural Baseball | Co-Ed Intramural Ultimate Frisbee The first and second year of this program provided strong foundational knowledge in a variety of fields, including but not limited to, chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, statistics, sociology and psychology.• During this time, specific skills were developed in laboratory settings, in data extraction and analyzation, and in the oral and written communication of scientific data.The third and fourth year of this program narrowed the focus towards human health, nutrition and… Show more The first and second year of this program provided strong foundational knowledge in a variety of fields, including but not limited to, chemistry, biology, physics, mathematics, statistics, sociology and psychology.• During this time, specific skills were developed in laboratory settings, in data extraction and analyzation, and in the oral and written communication of scientific data.The third and fourth year of this program narrowed the focus towards human health, nutrition and nutraceuticals.• During this time, skill development focused on oral presentation skills, project coordination and facilitation, and professional career development. Furthermore, a more comprehensive understanding of human biological functions, the impact of diet and nutritional status on optimal health and various disease states, as well as nutraceutical product development and regulatory affairs was gained during this time. Show less

  • Experience

    • Canadian Food Inspection Agency

      May 2019 - Sept 2019
      Multi-Commodity Student Inspector

      Tasked with routine sample collection of fresh produce in the Greater Toronto area, shipping and handling of samples to CFIA affiliated labs, inspection of multiple food commodities and maintenance of logs and records.• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.• Demonstrated strong ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team environment.• Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.

    • University of Guelph

      Sept 2019 - Apr 2020
      Athletics: Intramural Staff Member

      Responsible keeping time and score for mens, women's and co-ed hockey games, as well as maintaining player attendance records, ID verification records and reporting back to senior management.

    • Canadian Food Inspection Agency

      Apr 2020 - Sept 2020
      Multi-Commodity Student Inspector

      Experienced shift in expected role due to the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, this second term was completed remotely with few days in office. During this term, a greater team support role was emphasized as well as career development opportunities through increased online training and workshops that provided broader view to the agency.• Learned and adapted quickly to new technology, software applications, and operational contexts given rare global pandemic occurrence.• Demonstrated passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement and career development.• Participated in team projects/taskings, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively in a supporting role. Show less

    • Sport Chek

      Oct 2020 - Sept 2021
      Soft Goods Merchandiser and Sales Associate

      Provided customer service, assisted with shipping merchandise, maintaining store cleanliness, product organization and COVID cleaning protocols. Additional roles included training new soft goods employees and performing visual merchandising tasks.

    • Public Health Agency of Canada | Agence de la santé publique du Canada

      Nov 2021 - Oct 2023
      Junior Policy Analyst

      Positioned under the Emergency Management Branch (EMB), within the National Emergency Strategic Stockpile (NESS) Policy team.

    • Ogwadeni:deo

      Oct 2023 - now
      Education Liaison

  • Licenses & Certifications

    • Food Handler Certificate

      Canadian Institue of Food Safety
      Jul 2021

  • Volunteer Experience

    • Board Member

      Issued by Mississugas of the Credit First Nation Board of Lifelong Learning on Apr 2020
      Mississugas of the Credit First Nation Board of Lifelong LearningAssociated with Holly LaForme

    • Co-President

      Issued by Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences Student Association on Apr 2020
      Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences Student AssociationAssociated with Holly LaForme

    • Community Outreach Coordinator

      Issued by Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences Student Association on May 2019
      Nutritional and Nutraceutical Sciences Student AssociationAssociated with Holly LaForme

    • Indigenous Student Peer Mentor

      Issued by Peer Helper Program on Aug 2018
      Peer Helper ProgramAssociated with Holly LaForme