AMANDA WOLFE

Amanda has a wide range of experience leading environmental projects, from water treatment to waste reduction to public engagement.  She has a degree in applied science from the University of British Columbia and is a registered Professional Engineer.  She moved from Vancouver to Winnipeg in 2006, and was quickly won over by the friendly people and sense of community.

Amanda has a strong belief in environmental and social sustainability, which led her to Compost Winnipeg.  She is excited about the opportunities ahead for Compost Winnipeg, as the value of social enterprises and social equity gain recognition, and the diversion of organic material from the landfill increases in importance.  

Outside of work, Amanda enjoys spending time with her partner and kids, reading, biking, walking, and listening to podcasts.

KARRIE BLACKBURN

Along with 10,000 other Winnipeggers, Karrie attended the Climate Strike in September 2019. The spectacle of supporters for #FridaysForFuture was inspiring but didn’t feel like enough. Karrie began looking at her own life habits to take immediate and deliberate action to fight climate change. Composting was the most impactful choice. Karrie, being a firm believer in leading by example, took it a step further and joined the crew of like-minded, action-taking, passionate beings at Compost Winnipeg as a courier and advocate. Since joining the team in November 2019, her zeal and drive for change continues to grow and inspire. You may also recognize Karrie as the Hoopist & founder of Kurrent Motion Hoops and former president of the Winnipeg Circus Club.

JOHN JOWETT

After eight years working for his family business, Country Meat and Sausage in Blumenort, Manitoba John brings a wealth of experience to ensure smooth daily operations at Compost Winnipeg. He puts this experience to work every day helping Compost Winnipeg maintain a functional, efficient work-space and compost collection fleet. Growing up rurally on a farm, John has a first-hand appreciation for the importance of composting and proper organic waste management. He is excited to be working for an organization that has such a substantial positive impact on our emissions. Outside of work John spends his time cycling, hiking, and gaming.

TRACY THOMAS

Tracy moved back to her hometown, Winnipeg, after spending the last 20 years in Edmonton, AB. For 18 of those years, she filled a variety of roles in a non-profit organization. She is an avid composter and loves to garden. Tracy is excited to work with the Compost Winnipeg team to help reduce waste in Winnipeg. 

TYRELL BENTON

Tyrell passionately invests his time in all things natural and traditional, from indigenous ceremony and organic / probiotic gardening to nature walks and regenerating the environment. While regularly increasing awareness and providing education regarding many of our ecological issues including water quality, soil degradation, commercial farming, and species diversity, he is highly enthusiastic about joining the Compost Winnipeg team to create yet more local beneficial change.

ALYSSA WOLFE

Alyssa has spent the past decade working in the food industry and is a recent graduate of the Niagara College food science and technology program. Her passions lie in sustainability and community involvement, which is what encouraged her to join Compost Winnipeg. She sets her intentions on cultivating a positive environment for all living things in and out of her life. One day Alyssa hopes to run an organic farm and continue sustainable practices like composting and living a minimalistic lifestyle.

GARRETT LEBLANC

Growing up in St. Boniface, Garrett spent a lot of time outdoors around his neighbourhood and along the monkey trails off the Red and Seine Rivers. He has taken those experiences and has widened those outdoor adventures with his partner Dana around Manitoba’s wilderness today. He enjoys long sauna sessions, has sneaky frisbee throwing skills, likes to shoot hoops, and has also been known to dabble in karaoke on the occasion. For self-care, Garrett practices mind-body routines such as Qi Gong and Tai Chi to feel grounded and to develop calm and relaxation within. He has been composting and driving for years now, so bringing the two together became a natural progression. Garrett appreciates being able to make such a direct impact on a daily basis by working at Compost Winnipeg and feels fortunate to be a part of a larger community aligned with his lifestyle choices.

ROMAN OKIS

Roman is from Lviv, Ukraine, and moved to Winnipeg in 2003. Since then he has worked many different jobs including construction and foodservice. His passions include foraging for mushrooms, picking berries, and fishing. When Roman isn't at work he is spending his time with his 6-year-old son and his dog Bently. 

LILY PULLIAM

Lily is a newcomer to Canada, but a longtime visitor to Winnipeg. Her journey to living a more zero-waste lifestyle has started small, but the organization's commitment to organic waste accessibility has inspired her to make lifestyle changes for the better. Lily enjoys swimming, drawing, gaming, and spending quality time with her wife and cat, Slurpee.