EMA of BC Board Members

As a not-for-profit society, our success heavily relies on the Board of Directors, composed of volunteers from our member organizations.

In addition to President of the EMA of BC, Bryan Shaw is a Regional Account Manager with ClearTech Industries Inc. Bryan holds a Ph.D in Chemistry from the University of British Columbia as well as his Professional Chemist designation through the Association of the Chemical Profession of British Columbia (ACPBC). Following his time in academia Bryan’s career shifted to the environmental analysis industry while holding various positions during an 8 year career at Caro Analytical Services. Bryan recently joined ClearTech, a leading distributor of industrial, commercial, and municipal chemicals and equipment where he supports multiple industries within BC including water treatment and environmental remediation. Bryan joined the Environmental Managers Association of BC in 2015 as Treasurer.

Karen Pyne is a Residuals Project Coordinator at Metro Vancouver, which is responsible for the region’s drinking water, wastewater treatment and solid waste management. Karen’s work at Metro Vancouver focusses on the responsible environmental management and beneficial use of the residuals produced by Metro Vancouver from the wastewater treatment process (biosolids) and the drinking water treatment process (drinking water treatment residuals). Karen has 25 years of experience within the environmental field from an environmental analytical lab, to private consulting in contaminated sites management. While at Metro Vancouver, Karen has also worked in the Environmental Regulation and Enforcement Division as an Officer managing air quality and liquid waste permits.

Karen has an Environmental Protection Technology diploma from Kwantlen Polytechnic University, and is an Applied Science Technologist. She first joined the EMA of BC in 2018, as a Director-at-Large. In 2019, Karen was elected as VP Education. After a minor reorganization of the Board, in 2023, Karen was elected as the Vice President/Vice Chair of the EMA of BC, and still leads the Education Committee. Karen hopes to connect environmental professionals to share experiences and knowledge in all areas of environmental management, and organize some interesting and fun educational sessions and events. Karen recently was the Environmental Manager and recipient of the EMA’s Emissions and Discharge Control Award (2018 co-recipient) for the project “Drinking Water Treatment Residuals Diverted from Landfill for Cement Manufacturing” (with Lafarge Canada).

Jennifer is an environmental lawyer and partner at Lawson Lundell LLP. Jennifer advises on regulatory, indigenous and environmental law matters for a variety of industry sectors, including mining, clean energy, transportation, forestry and land development in general, including linear developments. The primary focus of Jennifer’s practice is environmental assessment and permitting for major projects in BC, Yukon, NWT and Nunavut, and land and mineral rights, including Indigenous land matters. Jennifer has developed regulatory roadmaps and provided permitting and property advice for a wide variety of projects and project expansions.

Prior to her career in law, Jennifer worked as an electrical engineer for several years before co-founding a technology company. She led the engineering department there for eight years, and successfully managed the group through two acquisitions.

Jennifer joined the EMA of BC Board of Directors in 2019 as a Director-at-Large, served as Treasurer from September 2020 – June 2024, Director at Large June 2024-October 2024, then as Secretary from October 2024. Jennifer is interested in promoting environmental education, and is particularly interested in emerging technologies and solutions.

Katrina Kalashnikova has over 13 years of experience in business development, customer experience and project management. She is a passionate advocate for purpose-based business and the role of technology in advancing sustainability. Katrina has supported global Fortune 500 clients across five continents, specializing in creating exceptional customer experiences and leading successful digital initiatives. At Bureau Veritas, she actively contributes to the digital transformation of the environmental industry, shaping innovative solutions that integrate technology, data-driven insights, and sustainable practices. Additionally, she has volunteered with Climate Neutral, providing guidance and support to organizations striving for climate neutrality. Katrina holds a Bachelor’s degree in Economics from Simon Fraser University, a Master’s degree from Royal Roads University, a digital transformation program certificate from Cornell University, and a Project Management Professional (PMP) certification from Project Management Institute.

As a Board Member of the Environmental Managers Association of BC, Katrina brings a wealth of expertise in digital transformation, strategic planning, and stakeholder engagement. She is committed to promoting sustainability and fostering collaboration within the environmental sector. Katrina believes that the association plays a crucial role in advancing the environmental field by supporting professionals and organizations through education and creating meaningful opportunities for collaboration. Her goal is to leverage her skills and experience to drive impactful initiatives and inspire the next generation of environmental leaders.

Richard Pope is a Partner and senior environmental scientist with Dillon Consulting Limited. He has over 35 years of professional consulting experience with extensive project experience including mining, infrastructure, power sector, waterfront and shoreline protection, and waste-management projects. His experience extends across Canada and includes projects in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, NWT, Nunavut, Ontario, Newfoundland, and Nova Scotia. Richard also has international project experience in Peru and Bolivia. Key focus areas currently include Environmental Assessments (provincial and federal processes), the design and implementation of environmental baseline programs, and the acquisition of permits and approvals. Many of his projects have required extensive consultation and interaction with regulators, Indigenous groups, and other key stakeholders.

Luke is a Partner in both the Insurance and Tort Liability Group and Environmental Law Group in Borden Ladner Gervais’ Vancouver office. Luke’s robust practice centers on civil litigation, focusing on a variety of related matters, including insurance and tort law, and environmental law. In the area of environmental law, he represents and advises clients in a wide variety of contaminated site issues relating to both commercial and residential properties, including cost-recovery actions on behalf of plaintiffs and defendants. He also provides legal advice and representation to companies on environmental regulatory compliance, emergency spill responses and environmental prosecutions. Luke also has experience in various other areas, including expropriation matters, construction litigation, and debt and insolvency litigation. He has appeared as counsel before the Federal Court and all levels of court in British Columbia.

Rob Drummond is an Environmental Specialist with over 8 years of experience in environmental research and consulting across marine and terrestrial ecosystems. His expertise encompasses environmental assessment, permitting and regulatory support for infrastructure projects. Rob joined the Environmental Managers Association of BC in 2024 as a Director at Large, aiming to enhance networking and collaboration among environmental professionals.

Rob has led fieldwork in intertidal and subtidal environments, he has also captained research vessels for scientific dive operations, such as nighttime abalone surveys and underwater video tow surveys. Rob is well-versed in managing applications and permissions under the Fisheries Act, Water Sustainability Act, Land Act, and Disposal at Sea Regulations, and has delivered projects for marine terminals in Vancouver’s Lower Mainland.

Caitlyn Peddigrew is an Environmental Engineer-in-Training/Project Manager at SLR Consulting (Canada) Ltd with 5 years of experience in the environmental consulting, mining, and agricultural industries. She works alongside the Land Quality and Remediation team at SLR, helping to coordinate and carry out contaminated site assessment projects in BC.

Caitlyn completed her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Engineering at Dalhousie University. Over the course of her academic and professional career, she has been involved in a variety of projects, including water and waste management initiatives at mine-impacted sites, agri-environmental research focused on improving soil, water, and air quality, environmental audits, and a range of environmental site assessments.

Caitlyn joined the EMA of BC Board of Directors in October 2024 as a Director-at-Large. Caitlyn is excited to connect with fellow environmental professionals and industry leaders through community engagement, collaboration, and educational initiatives.

Katelyn Ocampo is an Environmental Program Lead for hazardous and non-hazardous waste management and transport of dangerous goods at Fortis BC Energy Inc. with over 9 years of combined experience in environmental analytical laboratory and environmental consulting for contaminated sites and remediation. She holds a Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Engineering from BCIT and is a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists. Katelyn re-joined the EMA of BC’s Board of Directors in 2025 as a Director-at-Large. In this role, she hopes to collaborate and develop network between fellow environmental industry professionals.

Anna Howard is an Environmental Consultant with PGL’s Environmental Planning Group, where she specializes in biological assessments with a focus on vegetation and invasive species management. Prior to her work in consulting, Anna held positions in both the non-profit and public service sectors. Anna earned her Bachelor of Science in Natural Resources Conservation from the University of British Columbia in 2021 and is currently working towards her status as a Registered Professional Biologist.

Anna joined the EMA of BC’s Board of Directors in 2024 as a Director-at-Large and has been volunteering for EMA of BC events since 2023. Anna is looking forward to continuing to work with the Board of Directors to foster a welcoming networking and learning space for other young and emerging professionals in the environmental industry

Irish Guzman is a Business Development Representative at AGAT Laboratories. She has been with AGAT
Laboratories for three years, where she leverages her extensive background in project management.
Irish holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology at Kwantlen Polytechnic University.
Irish began her career at AGAT as a Project Coordinator, quickly advancing to Project Manager. In these
roles, she managed projects across British Columbia, Alberta, and Saskatchewan. Her experience in
project management equipped her with a strong foundation in client relations, regulatory compliance,
and project execution.
In her current role, Irish focuses on cultivating relationships in the environmental and mining sectors
across British Columbia and Yukon .She is responsible for building and maintaining strong client
relationships, driving business growth, and ensuring the highest quality of service delivery.
Passionate about professional growth and industry involvement, Irish actively fosters relationships and
pursues continuous learning. She is enthusiastic about her involvement with the EMA of BC, where she
serves as a Director at Large in her first year, and is looking forward to connecting with peers and
contributing to industry advancements.

Mat Kavanagh is the Sustainability & Environment Manager for Lafarge Canada Inc. operations in British Columbia and the US Pacific Northwest. He holds a Bachelor of Technology in Environmental Site Remediation from Seneca College and a Master of Science in Environment & Management from Royal Roads University. Additionally, Mat is a Professional Agrologist with the British Columbia Institute of Agrologists.

With over a decade of experience in the environmental sector, Mat has gained expertise in numerous disciplines. He began his career as an environmental consultant in the Oil & Gas sector, focusing on downstream, midstream, and upstream oil and gas remediation and reclamation projects across Western Canada. In 2017, he transitioned into an internal industrial environmental management role.

In his current position, Mat is responsible for managing Lafarge’s sustainability and environmental portfolio across multiple divisions, including mining, concrete, cement, asphalt, marine, and construction. His key responsibilities encompass a wide range of areas including regulatory compliance, permitting and resource development, due diligence, emergency response, and stakeholder and Indigenous consultation.

Starting in 2023, Mat’s involvement with the EMA of BC as a Director at Large reflects his commitment to connecting and collaborating with industry professionals. By participating in this role, he aims to ensure that industry partners have a voice in the ever-evolving regulatory landscape in British Columbia.