Heather spent her early years in the far north – Northern Ontario, Yukon and Northwest Territories-living in rather isolated communities where exploring nature on land, water and air were her backyard playgrounds. Since then, she has had a keen interest in exploring nature and culture by walking, hiking, kayaking, and photographing in Ontario and British Columbia., as well as further afield. She has been a member and donor of Stanley Park Ecology for many years and appreciates participating in many of the learning opportunities offered.

Heather had a 50+ year career in nursing and health care that focused on community health and with a PhD in nursing worked on policy, research and governance issues. Her area of expertise was with First Nations health, nursing education and program evaluation and evidence-based policy. She embraced opportunities to assume leadership roles in professional organizations and research teams. Heather has also been and is involved in organizations focused on social issues and Indigenous culture and art, most frequently in a leadership position.