She holds a Ph.D. in Recreation and Leisure Studies (University of Waterloo), an M.Sc. in Rural Planning (University of Guelph) and undergraduate degrees in Journalism (B.J., University of King’s College) and Chemistry (B.Sc.Hons, Mount Allison University). Her research interests are broadly focused on the connections between recreation and leisure, community development, and civic engagement. In particular, her current research is primarily focused on the role of volunteers and the voluntary sector in community building, and the inclusion of marginalized populations in communities, especially recreation settings. More information can be found HERE. Directors