Jayme Nelson

Dan's Bio

Dan (he/him) is a born-and-raised Calgarian who has spent the majority of his professional career eating his way through the Canadian food and beverage scene.

Although he was initially in search of great-tasting food, what he found instead was a passion for both the environment and his local community.

When Dan isn’t working, you can likely find him shooting hoops on a neighbourhood basketball court, riding his bike through Calgary’s vast pathway network, or exploring the wonder of the Canadian Rockies. 

Jayme's Bio

As a youth at 4-H summer camp, Jayme’s world opened up to environment, sustainability, and community issues. She learned the importance of education and shared perspectives.

Jayme loves watching people’s faces light up when they make important connections, and see the world in a new way. It starts with the opportunity to explore and discover. That’s the promise behind every sunrise and the reason Jayme wakes up every morning.

Braeden's Bio

Braeden graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Natural Sciences and Bachelor of Education in Secondary Science from the University of Calgary.

With Braeden’s science classroom teaching experience, he strives to bring relevant hands-on learning opportunities to students and teachers alike. He loves “light-bulb moments” from students and encourages everyone to make authentic connections with the real world.

Braeden brings enthusiasm and a love for nature to every program he leads—always ready with a nature pun whenever he can sneak one in! Outside of work, Braeden enjoys hiking, baking sourdough, and playing disc golf.

• Former Director - Calgary Region Airshed Zone

Ilana's Bio

Armed with a degree in Environmental and Conservation Sciences from the University of Alberta, Ilana (she/her) is passionate about all things nature and sustainability.

From the vast grasslands, to the mucky bogs, Ilana has navigated all of Alberta’s ecosystems. She loves talking energy, and is eager to share her knowledge and experience in the fields of Land Reclamation and Oil and Gas with students and teachers.

In her free time, Ilana can be found reading, hiking, or practicing her photography skills.