Heather is a Recreation Therapist with a passion for community building. After graduating from Dalhousie in 2017, Heather worked in a youth and community development capacity with the YMCA. She currently works with Positive Action for Keppoch Society as the Inclusive Program Developer and with Recreation Nova Scotia as the Provincial Recreation Organization Administrative Coordinator.

Heather is an active member of the community as head coach of Pictou County Athletics, chairing the Pictou East and Central Community Health Board, and volunteering with Big Brothers Big Sisters. In her free time, she loves everything outside, skiing, biking, hiking, camping and running!