I grew up in the unceded, unsurrendered Territory of the Anishinaabe Algonquin Nation known as Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Learning about and acknowledging the Indigenous lands on which I live and work is important to me because I want to respect and honour the longstanding history of Indigenous Peoples as I seek to understand my place within that history.

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Throughout my life, I have always had an affection for science and an appreciation for learning how the world works. While I have come to value inquiry, exploration, and experimentation, I did not always think that I could find my place in the world of science. In high school, I took science classes but also chose visual arts as my elective. I was at a crossroads before university began trying to decide whether to study science or art. Where would I fit best? In the end, I was accepted into my top choice science program and was fortunate enough to have many female professors and mentors supporting me throughout my academic journey. After graduating from university, I learned about a field called Science Communication that bridged my passions for art and science. In 2021, I completed my Master's of Science Communication degree at Laurentian University. Now, I am looking for ways to put my skills to the test!