Tamara MacLeod
Research Program Assistant
Tamara MacLeod is a Cree/T’su T’ina metis from central Alberta whom decided to live in B.C. after a memorable road trip up to the Queen Charlotte Islands in 2000. After graduating from the University of Alberta in 1992, Tamara created various social programs throughout Alberta and British Columbia working closely with at-risk and/or marginalized communities. Tamara’s interest in the outdoors began shortly before working with Rediscovery International at various camps such as Ghost River, AB, Lac La Ronge, SK, and Heshquait, NW Vancouver Island. Tamara became so inspired by the impact natural healing had on the camp participants that she sought a masters degree in Eco-Psychology/Integrated Ecology, encouraging further interest in the sustainability of eco-systems. These life experiences all lead her to the Bulkley Valley Research Centre where she is now able to apply her administrative and communication skills on a part-time basis as well as continue her studies.
Tamara is a wife and mother of 2 beautiful daughters who continues to honour traditional First Nations ceremonies, support local businesses such as organic farming, and create time for cross country skiing, rock-climbing and laughter with family and friends.
Tamara worked for the Centre from February 2008 to April 2009.