Summary
Overview
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Certification
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Andrew Wang

Ottawa

Summary

With an interest in research, I connected with a neuroscience professor and assisted in one of his research projects. I am a dynamic leader with a proven track record in fostering community engagement through music and sports. As Founder of Actions of Change, I cultivated partnerships with local hospices, enhancing opportunities for children with disabilities. Skilled in strategic decision-making and effective communication, I also coached young athletes, creating impactful online resources for skill development.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Founder and Director

Actions of Change
02.2024 - Current
  • Hosted music performances and games for children with disabilities at Ottawa Rotary Home, Roger Neilson Children's Hospice, Ronald McDonald House etc.
  • Connected with musicians in my community and organized weekly rehearsals
  • Developed strong partnerships with hospices and hospitals to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.

Founder and Director

Self Driven Hockey
07.2023 - Current
  • Coached on-ice skills and off-ice conditioning for young hockey players
  • Created a YouTube channel to make tutorials for different hockey moves and skills
  • Contacted many ice rinks across Ottawa looking for available rentals

Volunteer

MEDLIFE
06.2025 - 07.2025
  • Assisted and shadowed local doctors in delivering quality care through MEDLIFE's mobile clinics.
  • Maintained clean, neat, and operational facilities to serve program needs.
  • Supported engaging, fun, and smooth-running events by helping with organization and planning.
  • Used strong interpersonal communication skills to convey information to others.

Teaching Assistant

Community Church
11.2021 - 11.2022
  • Helped to run a weekly STEM club for children curious about how the world works and the Christian faith
  • Managed classroom behavior effectively, creating a positive learning atmosphere conducive to success.
  • Supported classroom maintenance and upkeep, organizing STEM gadgets, and materials.

Education

Merivale High School
Ottawa, ON

Skills

  • Team Leadership
  • Strategic Decision-making
  • Creative Problem-solving
  • Effective communication
  • Resilience
  • Compassion

Languages

English
Native or Bilingual
French
Professional Working
Chinese (Mandarin)
Native or Bilingual

Certification

  • Laboratory Safety Training - Completed June 2025
  • Biosafety Awareness Training - Completed June 2025

Timeline

Volunteer

MEDLIFE
06.2025 - 07.2025

Founder and Director

Actions of Change
02.2024 - Current

Founder and Director

Self Driven Hockey
07.2023 - Current

Teaching Assistant

Community Church
11.2021 - 11.2022

Merivale High School
Andrew Wang