Field Programs Manager at Tsleil-Waututh Nation

Hillary Hyland, Te-awk Tenaw, comes from Tsleil-Waututh Nation (TWN). Since she can remember, the passion and love for the environment shown to her by her family, led her to making a goal to work for her First Nation to help bring back the health of her homelands and water. She obtained a Bachelor’s of Science and currently holds the position, Field Programs Manager for TWN’s Treaty, Lands and Resource Department. Her work provides opportunities to blend western and indigenous science and traditional knowledge, applying a unique holistic lens to projects in Vancouver that push for innovation that can address the complex needs of the residents of Vancouver and First Nations.

Hillary’s experience in the field has only strengthened her passion for protecting the environment and has given her an opportunity to bring her closer to her Coast Salish roots as she learns more about the history of the Tsleil-Waututh people in Burrard Inlet.

She enjoys spending her free time out in nature where you can find her hiking through the forests and paddling the shores of the inlet and spending time with family and friends, sharing her love of the environment.  

Scientist Process Development at STEMCELL Technologies

Avery MacIntyre is a Process Development Scientist with a passion for mentorship and teaching. She is celebrated for her ability to bridge communication gaps using humor and empathy.

Avery has 10 years of experience working in Biotechnology at STEMCELL Technologies, and a Bachelor of Science with Honours from Simon Fraser University.