Our People

Kathy is the Acting Field Manager at Manitoba Habitat Conservancy, where she supports rural staff in delivering conservation programs across the province. Formerly a Habitat Conservation Specialist, Kathy brings deep field experience and a passion for Manitoba’s natural areas to her leadership role.

She holds a Bachelor of Science degree from Brandon University, where she majored in Botany and minored in Zoology and Geography. Her background includes work with the Critical Wildlife Habitat Program, contributing to mixed-grass prairie inventories and supporting grassland and grazing management efforts in southwest Manitoba.

Outside the office, Kathy enjoys gardening, hiking, and reading. She also volunteers as a citizen scientist with the Lake Winnipeg Foundation’s community-based monitoring network, collecting water samples to support freshwater health. Her love for nature began early, exploring the land on her family farm and nearby Wildlife Management Area, a connection she still nurtures through her work and everyday life.

Ian started with MHC in 2020 and since then has been delivering Conservation Agreement and Grassland Stewardship Agreement programs across western Manitoba while also managing MHC-owned properties in the region. Ian’s work gives him the chance to experience the full diversity of the local landscape connect with the people who care deeply for their land and its history.

Born and raised on a grain farm in the area he now serves, Ian farms about 2,000 acres with his family. He holds an Environmental Science degree from the University of Manitoba, focusing on Conservation and Biodiversity. Before joining MHC, Ian worked as an environmental consultant in oil well site restoration and in environmental management in Manitoba’s hog industry.

Outside of work, Ian is active in local sports and coaches his kids in minor hockey and baseball. He enjoys spending time outdoors year-round, especially on his farm where he values having space to see and appreciate wildlife.

Amanda holds a Diploma in Land & Water Management Environmental Technologies from Assiniboine Community College and a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Brandon University. Experienced as an interpreter at Spruce Woods Provincial Park and a biodiversity research assistant at the Brandon Research and Development Centre, she previously worked as a Monitoring Specialist at MHC. Amanda’s passion for nature drives her to work closely with landowners and farmers to preserve habitats, with a particular interest in native prairie conservation and habitat restoration in Manitoba. In her free time, she enjoys gardening, hiking with her dog, and spending time outdoors.

Scott joined MHC in 2008, following his graduation from University of Manitoba with a B.Sc. in Agriculture (Agronomy concentration). When not busy running a cooperative farm outside of Rosser, Scott volunteers his time as a firefighter and as president of the Rosser Community Club. Scott’s roles at MHC include the design and construction of MHC’s wetland restoration projects, as well as a Conservation Specialist. If you live in the East half of Manitoba, Scott’s your guy for MHC program information!

Alixandra joined MHC in the summer of 2024 after graduating with a Bachelor of Science in Environmental Science from Brandon University. She has previous experience in GIS and water quality monitoring and bioremediation which has led to a particular interest in learning more about wetland biology and conservation. She is excited to meet and work with local landowners and to be a part of the MHC team contributing to habitat preservation in the province. In her spare time, she enjoys spending time outdoors camping & hiking with her dog.

Carol Graham joined MHC as a Habitat Conservation Specialist in 2012. After the completion of a M.Sc., she worked in forestry where she developed and implemented management strategies for the enhancement of native prairie in southwestern Manitoba with MHC. Carol and her family live in the Nesbitt area, where she is actively involved in the support of the local rural communities.

As a Habitat Conservation Specialist, Roy Bullion can often be found roaming the highways of his Shoal Lake target region either on business or as a volunteer for minor-league hockey and baseball. He is a member of the Shoal Lake enhancement committee, an advisor to the Critical Wildlife Habitat Program, and coordinates the management of native prairie for regeneration and grazing.