Meet Our Trainers
Our Licensed Trainers
IAP2's Licensed Trainers are passionate public participation professionals. They are highly qualified practitioners who have honed their knowledge and skills, and are talented teachers who bring concepts alive for learners at all levels. They model IAP2's Core Values in the training room and in their practice.
Licensed Trainers
Meet Our Trainers
Browse each trainer's profile, contact information, accreditations, and the courses they are licensed to deliver.
Jessica Delaney
CP3
Vancouver, British Columbia
Seasoned engagement and communications professional with 23 years' experience. Expertise in government engagement, housing, and Indigenous engagement.
Contact
Mobile (778) 887-9545
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF); Master of Arts, UBC, 2005; Bachelor of Journalism, Carleton University, 2003
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Tracey Ehl
MCP3
Oakville, Ontario
Over two decades of facilitation and engagement experience. Approaches P2 as a learning process emphasizing individual and collective learning for transformative change.
Contact
LinkedIn linkedin.com/in/tracey-ehl-a4a58415
Accreditations
Master Public Participation Practitioner (MCP3); Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF); Registered Professional Planner (RPP); PhD, Resource and Environmental Management, Wilfrid Laurier University
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Kim Hyshka
CP3
Edmonton, Alberta
Over 10 years designing and facilitating conversations that matter. Passionate about creating engagement experiences where participants feel valued and relationships are built.
Contact
Email info@dialoguepartners.ca
Phone (780) 306-7576 ext 101
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Bachelor of Arts, Political Science; Collaborative Conflict Resolution Training, Justice Institute of BC
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Hugo Mimee
CP3
Montréal, Québec
Over 25 years as a public participation professional. Facilitates hundreds of public meetings and helps people communicate better and find solutions together.
Contact
Mobile (438) 526-7636
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Practitioner (CP3); Maîtrise in Regional Planning and Development; Bachelor of Science in Urban Planning
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Amanda Mitchell
Vancouver, British Columbia
Over 15 years designing public engagement processes that meaningfully involve the public. Passionate about cities and thrives helping engagement practitioners fine-tune their skills.
Contact
Twitter @iheartcities
Accreditations
National Charrette Institute Certificate; Master of Advanced Studies in Architecture, UBC; Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science, University of Guelph
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Mary Moreland
Ottawa, Ontario
Bilingual career public servant with 20+ years contributing to national P2 initiatives. Pioneered IAP2's French language training and is the only IAP2 trainer delivering courses in French.
Contact
Phone (613) 620-8329
Email marymoreland.p2@bell.net
Accreditations
Bachelor of Commerce (Honours), University of Ottawa; Facilitation and Experiential Learning Training
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Gay Robinson
CP3
Calgary, Alberta
Over 30 years' experience in public consultation and community relations. Licensed trainer since 2005 and IAP2 Federation Board Chair.
Contact
Email gerobinson@shaw.ca
Phone (403) 281-8849
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Bachelor of Commerce (Marketing), University of Calgary; Professional Accreditation (APR), Canadian Public Relations Society
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Stephani Roy McCallum
Wolfe Island, Ontario
Author, Trainer, and Leadership Coach specializing in conflict and controversy. Has led conversations with 30,000+ participants on complex topics across five continents.
Contact
Email stephani@bravelylead.com
Phone (613) 302-2235
Accreditations
Co-Lead, IAP2 Global Learning Pathway; Certified Neurotransformational Coach; Co-Active Trained Coach; Certified Professional Facilitator (CPF); Graduate Certificate in Authentic Leadership
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Amelia Shaw
Sooke, British Columbia
Award-winning consultation strategist and professional facilitator with 20+ years' experience. Former Executive Manager of IAP2 Canada and USA, and IAP2 Canada's first President.
Contact
Email amelia@ameliashaw.ca
Phone 778-231-2353
Accreditations
Diploma in Dialogue and Negotiation, SFU; Certified Professional Facilitator, IAF; LEAD Fellow; Governor General's Canadian Leadership Conference alumna
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Tannis Topolnisky
CP3
Sherwood Park, Alberta
Over 20 years of public engagement experience. Combines passions for P2, facilitation, and capacity building. Licensed trainer since 2011 and IAP2 trainer mentor.
Contact
Phone 780-913-1367
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Assessor, Coach & Mentor, IAP2 Foundations Trainer Preparation; Masters of Science, Human Ecology; Bachelor of Science, Human Ecology
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Kristi Merilees
North Vancouver, British Columbia
Over 20 years' experience in municipal government and public sector engagement. Senior engagement and communications director. Skilled at collaborating with underrepresented voices.
Contact
Email kristi@engagedelaney.com
Phone (778) 851-1023
Accreditations
Graduate Certificate in Professional Communication Management; Master of Arts in Leadership, Royal Roads University; San'yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training; Certified Executive Coach
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Patricia Quinn-Nichols
Maple Bay, British Columbia
Seasoned professional with 20+ years leading community-focused initiatives. Values-driven leader with deep understanding of meaningful engagement and collaboration.
Contact
Phone 1+ (250) 888-9418
Accreditations
IAP2 Global Certificate in Public Participation; SMART Project Management; Change Management; Senior Right of Way Professional (SW/RA)
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Kirsty Neill
CP3
Calgary, Alberta
16 years in public sector as municipal staff and consultant. Expert in strategic communications and engagement. Believes the experience participants have of your process is their experience of your project.
Contact
Email kirstyneillP2@gmail.com
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Project Management Professional (PMP); Art and Science of Participation (ICA)
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Jennifer Beyer
Treaty 6, Edmonton, Alberta
Over two decades in community development and public engagement. Passionate about tackling challenges through transformed policy development and community service delivery.
Contact
Email jen@convokeconsulting.ca
Phone 780-915-1762
Accreditations
Certificate in Public Participation, IAP2 Canada; ICA Associates Facilitation Training; Licensed ColourSpectrums Facilitator; Bachelor of Arts in Psychology
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Tanushree Pillai
New Westminster, British Columbia
Passionate anti-racism educator with background in journalism and public engagement. Dedicated social justice advocate. Co-chair, IAP2 Canada's DEI Community of Practice.
Contact
Accreditations
Certificate in Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion, UBC (ongoing); Diploma in Broadcast and Online Journalism, BCIT; Leadership for Social Change; Bachelor of Mass Media and Mass Communications
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Andrea Winkler
Comox Valley, British Columbia
Accomplished engagement professional with 15 years' experience. Finds it meaningful to support organizations involving the public in decisions that impact them.
Contact
Email andrea.winkler@gmail.com
Accreditations
Registered Professional Planner (RPP); The Writers Studio Creative Writing Certificate (SFU); Masters in Environmental Studies; Bachelor of Political Science
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Shawn Bravender
CP3
Edmonton, Alberta
Over 24 years' experience. Trendsetting Certified Public Participation Professional. Mindful engagement design, strategic communication, and skilled facilitation.
Contact
Phone (780) 239-6555
Accreditations
Certified Public Participation Professional (CP3); Registered Professional Planner (RPP); Bachelor of Science in Geography; Certified Engineering Technologist (CET)
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Judy Carlick Pearson
Pacific Northwest Coast
Indigenous Awareness facilitator, community leader, and communications professional. Relationship-centered approach grounded in respect and meaningful dialogue.
About
Over a decade of experience in Indigenous engagement, community development, and cross-cultural collaboration. Supported Indigenous organizations and communities through facilitation, engagement, mentorship, and leadership roles.
Accreditations
Background in communications and interdisciplinary studies from Royal Roads University. Experience with Indigenous-led organizations and community initiatives.
Approach
Facilitation style encourages reflection, curiosity, and open conversation. Passionate about building awareness of Indigenous histories, perspectives, and contemporary realities while fostering culturally safe environments.