Formal Education - Gillian's holds a Masters of Arts Community and Regional Planning, University of British Columbia (1992) and a Bachelor of Arts, Economics, University of Victoria (1987).
Conflict Resolution Training - Gillian is a certified mediator and has conflict resolution training which includes the following:
Professional Conflict Resolution Experience - Since 2005, Gillian has worked as a Civil Mediator for Small Claims Court with the B.C. Dispute Resolution Practicum Society. She is also a member of the BC Mediation (Civil) Roster.
In addition Gillian has over nineteen years of professional experience in the following areas:
- Multi-part facilitation, mediation, and collaborative processes;
- First Nations Consulting including treaty preparations, planning and community communications;
- Policy & Planning for provincial, regional and local governments including public policy, planning, evaluation reports, bylaw and enforcement reviews, and organizational policy and procedures.
My Approach
I have a great passion for working with people to assist them to resolve conflicts and reach solutions. I value efficiency and fairness within the process.
My approach focuses on solutions and moving relationships forward. I have a proven track record in assisting people to collaborate and to effect positive change in their lives and others.
