Team
Administration
Valérie Mallamo As Executive Director of Earth Day Canada, Valérie is responsible for managing the team, operations, finances and the development of programs and partnerships. Passionate about nature since her childhood in James Bay, Valérie finds her inspiration and desire to protect the environment by walking or sailing along the St. Lawrence River, and in the forest while hiking in our parks or cross-country skiing. Yves Gauthier Lover of the world and its cultures, of green spaces, people, fauna and flora, Yves has always been keen to protect the planet. When this artist isn’t colouring the world with his artwork to share his personal message, he inquisitively explores the unknown to better understand, (or the inspired invents to always do best). With a background in arts, languages and administrative work, he joins the Earth Day Canada team to participate in the awakening of consciousness in regard to the importance of reconnecting to our mother earth. Ahmed Rabhi After spending a few years in education, Ahmed made the switch towards accounting. It was this change of heart that allowed him to join our wonderful team at Earth Day and discover a greener path of logic, sensible quantification and masterful simplicity. He loves kittens, talking to his plants, managing his fridge with finesse and finding new uses for objects. Éliane Bujold With degrees in psychology, community action, and industrial relations, Éliane is passionate about the world of work and all its aspects. Working at Earth Day Canada allows her to learn more about environmental issues and to evolve her practice to make a positive impact. Éliane enjoys spending quality time with her old basset hound, exploring Montreal—a city she loves, especially in the summer!—and discovering new music to accompany her runs.
Léo Cressatti Driven by a taste for adventure and discovery, Léo always loves outdoor activities. Willing and engaged, he is committed to developing a sustainable future that respects the environment. Most often on a bike, he enjoys walking the streets of Montreal and participating in various cultural and musical events. Laurie Masardo Dynamic and cheerful, Laurie is always up for discovering new sporting, creative or cultural activities: DIY, spikeball, tennis, climate fresks, concerts and so on, just dare her to try it. With a degree in food engineering and marketing, she decided after 6 years in her field to reorient herself towards the environment. Laurie uses her skills on a daily basis to promote sustainable practices. Eternally optimistic and committed, she wants to make a difference at her own level, and she’s not afraid to do it! Marion Dessus With a degree in communications and literature, Marion has always sought a creative career that allows room for writing. Her biggest environmental wake-up call came while picking up hundreds of pieces of litter in nature. A true optimist, she firmly believes that every action, big or small, matters when it comes to protecting our planet. In her free time, you’ll find Marion on a cross-country ski trail, a soccer field, or savoring a London Fog while enjoying a good book.
Maxime Dannel Web programmer and graphic designer since 2007, Maxime is always available to answer questions from the team and to take up new challenges. As a guitarist and skater, he loves open spaces, BBQ parties and reading.
Mandy Albert Creative, collaborative, and passionate, Mandy joins the JDLT Team with an extensive background in business development, sales, service, and project management. In her spare time, she enjoys travelling to different locations around the world to hike, snorkel, climb and immerse herself in other cultures She also enjoys creating and hosting interactive and experiential games and events for friends and family. Carolyn Dolan Carolyn enjoys discovering nature and the living creatures that inhabit it, especially when sharing these moments with good company. In her spare time, she plays with her cats, goes biking or reads books. Her motivation for her work is sharing her knowledge with others in order to encourage and facilitate actions that can be taken to protect our beautiful planet! Sophie Lanctôt Attracted to nature and the great outdoors, Sophie never misses an opportunity to leave the city to explore Quebec. Her studies in geography have allowed her to develop a great interest in environmental awareness and science popularization. For her, moments of friendly discussion over a glass of wine, good music and a board game are most enjoyable. Mathis Gobin Some people find waste disgusting, Mathis loves it (even if he thinks we produce too much of it). A fan of “our garbage is worth its weight in gold”, he dreams of the day when resources will be used intelligently while respecting the earth and its inhabitants. He will need his daily dose of sunshine to shine at his favorite activity: strategy board games. Rafaëlle Dion-Truax With a master’s degree in Environmental Sciences, Rafaelle is passionate about nature and biodiversity. In her free time, she enjoys crochet and exploring hiking trails, finding inspiration in the surrounding wildlife and flora. Her commitment to environmental protection and animal welfare guides her professional journey. Jean Delaisse With a degree in philosophy from Brussels and in environmental management from Sherbrooke, Jean is driven by the search for knowledge and the experience of the sensitive world. There’s a whole world of ideas to think about and a whole world of natures to experience. Jean is passionate about literature and bird-watching. He’s never averse to an urban or regional stroll, or an in-depth discussion of life’s little daily routines. Jean has decided to put his management skills and expertise in waste management to work for Jour de la Terre, helping all players in civil society to adopt healthier habits. Anne LaRue Passionate about the environment since the age of 17, Anne is interested in waste management and the small actions we can take in our daily lives to change our lifestyles. With a bachelor’s degree in environmental studies from the Université de Sherbrooke, Anne also holds a certificate in international cooperation from UdeS and a certificate in tourism from Université Laval. Passionate about nature and the great outdoors, Anne loves to wander around different places to discover their facets and hidden beauties. If you’re looking for her in a crowded place, she’ll probably be sitting on the floor petting a dog or two. Roxane Baron Intrigued by contemporary challenges, Roxane seeks to understand the various forms of interaction between social and environmental spheres. At the center of her reflections, she focuses on gender relations and power dynamics. Beyond her desire to take action in the climate struggle, she is passionate about cultural arts, urban gardening, cooking, and herbalism. Her guilty pleasures include coffee and wine. She loves strolling through the city accompanied by her great companion, her sausage dog. Giuliana Merino Committed to the fight against food waste and raising awareness of models of sustainable consumption, Giuliana fell in love with the environmental field after volunteering in Jaen, a village in Cajamarca, located near the Amazon rainforest in Peru. This experience has had a profound impact on her life. As such, she got involved in various activities as a volunteer to better understand the environmental issues of her native country, Peru. Yrvine Joanis Driven by her passion for nature, cultural diversity, and community well-being, her commitment to environmental protection and interest in harmonizing human activities with the planet motivate her to engage in sustainable and educational projects. With experience in customer service and environmental awareness, Yrvine has also worked with international organizations like the United Nations World Food Programme in Haiti, where she oversaw and evaluated humanitarian projects. Gaspard Martinez Driven by strong convictions for a fairer and more sustainable future, Gaspard is committed to doing everything he can to help create the world he dreams of waking up to every morning! Naturally curious and lively, he enjoys meeting new people, discovering new activities, and exploring different ways of thinking. He’s always up for a coffee chat, an afternoon at a thrift store, a hike, an intense political discussion, an artistic creation, a pizza, and especially dancing to some disco!
Émilie Fargeout Always up for a bike ride or a hike, Emilie is a true explorer! Green spaces are her favourite playground. Curious and positive by nature, she recently started living a more eco-friendly way of life and will not stop there. She likes to spend time with friends around a cup of coffee or a nice meal and to recharge, a good book, podcast or movie are her go-to choices. Kim Méthot Having spent her childhood summers camping in the forests of Quebec, Kim quickly understood the interconnectedness and fragility of the environment that surrounds us. Every day, she seeks ways to reduce her impact on the planet and hopes that, by setting an example, others will follow suit. Passionate about cooking, Kim dreams one day of having her own garden in order to strive as much as possible towards food autonomy. Mélisande Blanchet An avid lover of life, Mélisande is constantly looking for new ways to move towards a more sustainable lifestyle and to inspire others to get on board to preserve our delicate Mother Earth. When she’s not wandering around Quebec looking for the best place to pitch her tent, she’s probably in her kitchen making natural cosmetics or expressing her creativity on paper in an unusual location. Camille Defoly Joyful and positive, Camille is convinced that intentional daily actions make a difference! Her passion for theatre has led her to lead and organize several events. She loves to cook and to try new dishes with her leftovers. A friendly person, she is fond of board games. For her, all nature trips are an opportunity to marvel at wildflowers and mushrooms. Isabel Strachan Passionate about bridging the connection between academia and the everyday, Isabel’s background in climate research inspires her to transform scientific knowledge into easily accessible material for the general public. Having spent a year in England doing her master’s in historical climatology, her love for the environment has led her to travel in search of better appreciating the beautiful natural landscapes from her studies. A fan of all things Canadian winter, Isabel is an avid figure skater and spends her time doing pilates, going to local concerts and discovering new wines. Mathieu Neau An optimist by nature, Mathieu remains hopeful that humanity will take action for its own benefit and that of our planet. Wishing to get actively involved, he joined the Earth Day Canada team. His mission? To plant trees (lots of them!). For him, forests are a source of well-being. He also likes to play cosom floor hockey, share a good meal with friends, and think of himself as a fine strategist when playing board games. Arthur Lamoine It was upon returning from a university exchange in Chile that Arthur realized our notion of societal development needed to be rethought. Determined to act against climate change, he’d like to contribute to the transformation of our cities and build more resilient and sustainable communities. Passionate about permaculture and homemade food, he spends his free time landscaping his balcony and enjoying the outdoors by cycling. In love with the Quebec winter and a big fan of snow sports, you won’t catch him indoors after that first snowfall! Xavier Potvin Having spent so much time discovering the trails of Mount Saint-Hilaire and growing up on its surroundings throughout his childhood, Xavier developed an increasing interest in green spaces, along with an understanding of their vital role for the well-being of the population and ecosystems. A running enthusiast and a big lover of Quebec culture, you can often spot him running, slightly out of breath, while humming a Jean Leloup tune around Mount Royal!
Executive Director
Operations Manager
Accounting Manager
Human Resources Director
Communication
Communication Director
Communication Officer
Communication Officer
Webmaster
Programs
Programs Director
Waste Management, Team Manager
Waste Management, Project Manager
Waste Management, Advisor
Waste Management, Advisor
Action Réduction, Team Manager
Waste Management, Project Manager
Waste Management, Project Manager
Waste Management, Project Manager
Waste Management, Awareness Agent
Outside of work, she enjoys spending her free time listening to music, which allows her to relax and nurture her creativity.
Advisor – Waste Management
Charged for Change, Senior Project Manager
The Travelling Jar, Team Manager
The Travelling Jar, Project Manager
Workshops, Team Manager
Workshops, speaker
Tree planting Director
Tree planting, Senior Project Manager
Tree planting, Project Manager
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