Our Staff
Beverly (Bev) Gingras
Executive Director
Beverly (Bev) Gingras is our Executive Director. Before joining the Conservation Council of New Brunswick, Bev worked for Ducks Unlimited Canada as Head of Boreal Conservation Programs where she led their Forest Management And Wetland Stewardship Initiative and developed the Wetland Best Management Practices Program.
With Master’s degree in Environmental Biology and Ecology from the University of Alberta, Bev has served in a variety of roles in the academic, governmental, and not-for-profit sectors where she has managed science-based projects and programs, led multi-stakeholder teams, and provided guidance to government personnel and industry representatives. Bev enjoys camping, gardening and exploring the natural areas of New Brunswick with her husband Chris and two dogs, Rose and Biggie Smalls.
Michelle Pellerin
Administration
Michelle Pellerin brings a unique blend of business savvy and artistic creativity to the Conservation Council. Originally from Bathurst, Michelle earned her business degree in the late ‘90s and spent over a decade with Bell Aliant in various roles. But her creative spirit led her back to school in the 2010s, where she pursued a ceramics program at the College of Craft and Design in Fredericton after apprenticing with a family member. Now, she’s a seasoned artist who also balances roles as an office manager.
Michelle’s love for numbers, teamwork and hands-on creativity keep her energized. Outside of work, she enjoys life with her family and a host of fur and feathered friends. When she’s not busy, you can find her soaking in the tranquillity of the St. John River, either fishing or eagle-watching from her boat.
Matt Abbott
Marine Program Director
Matt Abbott has been with the Conservation Council of New Brunswick since 2010, and is the Marine Program Director and Fundy Baykeeper. Matt works out of the Conservation Council’s marine conservation office in St. Andrews. Matt works to find practical and creative solutions to the complex environmental challenges facing New Brunswick’s coastal ecosystems and communities.
These challenges all occur in the context of climate change and range from industrial pollution to depletion of marine species and inadequate environmental laws (or insufficient enforcement of existing laws). Solutions range from advocacy campaigns to policy engagement to direct restoration efforts. Matt welcomes pollution reports by email.
Moe Qureshi
Director of Climate Research and Policy
Moe Qureshi is a renewable energy expert, scientist, and active conservationist who has worked with environmental non-profits and NGOs for over a decade. He has sat on the Sustainable Development Advisory Council for Environment Canada and is currently a Board Member for Ontario Nature. Specializing his Chemistry PhD in renewable energy, he is passionate about converting the energy sector to a net-zero carbon economy. In his spare time, Moe enjoys road trips, hiking, and spending time in the great outdoors.
Danielle Smith
Director of Education and Engagement.
Danielle Smith is the Citizen’s Engagement Manager at CCNB. She has a Master of Science in Forestry with a focus on Ecology and Wildlife Management. Danielle has over 15 years of experience in the Educational and Environmental Sectors. She was responsible for the creation, development and direction of the UNB Sustainability office.
Danielle is also a professional environmentally engaged fiber artist. She uses art as a mechanism to engage communities in conversations around the impacts of climate change to create a sense of wonder and to urge people to connect with their communities and the natural world. Danielle lives in New Maryland with husband Mark and her two dogs.
Nadine Ives
Learning Outside Director
Nadine Ives is our Learning Outside Project Director. Nadine has a PhD in hardwood tree ecology and has been involved in nature education in various forms for over 24 years (from school visits and nature walks to writing for the general public and facilitating workshops to university teaching). She is a member of the Sustainability Education Alliance of NB (SEA-NB) and the NB Biodiversity Collaborative. Sharing her love and appreciation for the natural world has long been a part of everything Nadine does. She greatly enjoys being able to help children and their teachers explore and learn about the natural world.
Corey Robichaud
DIRECTOR OF COMMUNICATIONS
Corey Robichaud is the Conservation Council’s Director of Communications. A New Brunswick local, Corey is a graduate of St. Thomas University’s Communications and Journalism program and an alumni of the Katimavik youth volunteer program. Corey lives in Fredericton where he’s worked at the the Conservation Council since 2016.
Kyle Reid
COMMUNICATIONS OFFICER
Kyle Reid is the Conservation Council’s Communications Officer. Originally from Newfoundland and Labrador, Kyle is a Memorial University and College of the North Atlantic graduate. He has worked as a local journalist in three provinces, most recently in Prince Edward Island.
Kyle is passionate about highlighting the harmful local effects of climate change. Through his work, he wants to call attention to the unique environmental challenges and opportunities faced by the province of New Brunswick.
Faith Mambo
Energy and Climate Change Coordinator
Faith Mambo is the Conservation Council’s Energy and Climate Change Coordinator. A dedicated advocate for environmental sustainability, Faith graduated from the University of New Brunswick with first-class honours in the fields of political science and environmental studies.
Her commitment to the environment drives her to actively contribute to conservation efforts. Faith is passionate about raising awareness of environmental issues, fostering community engagement and driving positive change.
She also volunteers for Ducks Unlimited Canada and the Canadian Red Cross. Faith finds joy in outdoor activities like hiking and tubing in her leisure time and embraces the opportunity to explore different cultures through travel.
Dariia Androshchuk
Climate Change Analyst
Dariia (Dasha) Androshchuk is the Climate Change Analyst at the Conservation Council of New Brunswick. Dasha arrived from Ukraine where she graduated from the National Aviation University, Ecology and Environmental Protection program. She worked as an environmental engineer in Ukraine for 5 years.
She is interested in nature and concerned about increased environmental problems and their connection to human health. She likes to travel, go on walks, and bake.
Erinn Sharpe
Engagement Coordinator
Erinn Sharpe is the Engagement Coordinator at CCNB. Raised on the Fundy coast, Erinn has an immense connection to the freshwater and saltwater ecosystems that make up New Brunswick. A BAA graduate of the University of New Brunswick, Erinn’s educational focus was on environmental intersectionality and how media plays a major role in how New Brunswickers are informed about their local ecosystems.
Their previous work with Ocean Wise Conservation Association, connected them with fantastic facilitators across Canada and worked with youth to foster a sense of reciprocity with the land they call home. Having programmed throughout the Wabanakik region, Erinn brings a collective approach to environmentalism with a strong respect for traditional knowledge. A lifelong learner, Erinn is always eager to connect through shared and differential experiences on this land.
An avid queer outdoors person and gardener, in the summer they can often be found birding, biking trails or kayaking through New Brunswick various waterways. Winter is spent cross country and downhill skiing.”
Autumn Downey
Climate Change Coordinator
Autumn Downey is the Climate Change Coordinator at the Conservation Council of New Brunswick. As a New Brunswick local, she completed her Bachelor of Science Honours in Chemistry at UNB and is committed to building a sustainable future.
Autumn is actively engaged in the Canadian Conservation Corps program, where she gained Project Wild Instructor and Basic Archery Instructor credentials and certification in Wilderness/Remote Location First Aid.