Emily Boucher
Horticulturalist
Courtenay,BC
Summary
Dedicated and versatile professional with a background in horticulture, snowboarding coaching, and project management. As a Cultivation Coordinator at Aurora Coast, demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while overseeing research projects and crop planning. As a Cultivation Supervisor, excelled in safe work practices, peer mentoring, and interdepartmental planning for cultivation practices. Proven ability to motivate and mentor athletes as a Coach at Mount Washington Alpine Resort, holding relevant certifications and thriving in high-pressure multi-sport events. Additionally, actively involved in community work, organizing fundraisers for the local food bank and founding a women's snowboarding foundation to foster inclusivity and support for young girls. Ongoing pursuit of a Communications diploma complements completed courses in marketing and design, showcasing adaptable skills applicable to diverse workplace environments.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
year of post-secondary education
Work History
Cultivation Coordinator
Aurora Coast
Comox, BC
01.2023 - Current
- Planning and overseeing of research projects, inter-facility live plant transfers and crop planning
- Demonstrated strong organizational and time management skills while managing multiple projects.
- Used strong analytical and problem-solving skills to develop effective solutions for challenging situations.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Labor and project coordination for 5 full time technicians, while maintaining strong communication with project leads and scientists
Snowboard Coach
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
Courtenay , BC
11.2017 - Current
- Motivated athletes to become stronger, more agile, and more effective through training habits and proper nutrition.
- Encouraged everyone to cultivate strong work ethic by demonstrating diligence, patience, and respect for others.
- Collaborated with other coaches to create and execute game plans.
- Canadian Association of Snowboard Instructors level 3 and Park freeriding specific level 2, Avalanche Safety Training Level 1
- Demonstrated exceptional adaptability and ability to thrive in high-pressure, large-scale multi-sport events as Snowboard Coach for the Kootenay Region at the 2023 BC Winter Games
Cultivation Supervisor
Aurora Coast
Comox, BC
01.2019 - 01.2023
- Implementation of safe work practices, writing SOP's and procurement
- Peer mentoring, public speaking, and interdepartmental planning sessions on cultivation practices, research, employee experience, and goal setting
- Created and implemented data based cultivation procedures during facility start up
- Highly skilled in plant care, crop planning, integrated pest management, and plant tissue archiving
Manager and Head Horticulturist/Grower
Paradise Plants Garden Centre and Landscaping
Courtenay, BC
04.2016 - 11.2019
- Practice preemptive pest control to alleviate potential pest and disease problems
- Labour coordination and training for 4 full time staff members in the processes of pruning, harvesting, moving, and diagnosing plants
- Managed and participated with spring cultivating of bare-root trees, roses, perennials and grasses
- Mentored new staff on safe preparation and applications of organic and synthetic fertilizers while keeping detailed manual records
Tree Planter
Quastuco Silvaculture
Penticton, BC
03.2013 - 06.2013
- Select tree seedlings and plant in reforestation areas using manual planting tools
- Sort and separate tree seedlings, discarding substandard seedlings, according to clients specifications and verbal instructions
- Manage mental and physical ability while working independently and contributing to a positive group moral when working with others
Education
Communications Diploma (In Progress) - Digital Design And Development
North Island College
Courtenay, BC 01.2023 - Current
Horticulture Technician Foundation Certificate - Horticulture Operations And Management
Vancouver Island University
G.R. Paine Horticulture Centre 01.2016 - 01.2016
Forest Resources Technology Diploma - Forestry
Vancouver Island University
Nanaimo 09.2013 - 04.2016
Skills
Deadline management
Expert in Microsoft Excel
Project Management
Adaptable
Strategy implementation
Event execution
Social media marketing
Information gathering and analysis
Timeline
Cultivation Coordinator
Aurora Coast
01.2023 - Current
Communications Diploma (In Progress) - Digital Design And Development
North Island College
01.2023 - Current
Cultivation Supervisor
Aurora Coast
01.2019 - 01.2023
Snowboard Coach
Mount Washington Alpine Resort
11.2017 - Current
Manager and Head Horticulturist/Grower
Paradise Plants Garden Centre and Landscaping
04.2016 - 11.2019
Forest Resources Technology Diploma - Forestry
Vancouver Island University
09.2013 - 04.2016
Tree Planter
Quastuco Silvaculture
03.2013 - 06.2013
Horticulture Technician Foundation Certificate - Horticulture Operations And Management
Vancouver Island University
01.2016 - 01.2016
References
Jen Cabtree
Snow School Manager, Mt Washington, BC
Manager Reference
Cell: (250)702-2829
Email: jcabtree@mountwashington.ca
Eveline Skapski Power
Retired Head Grower, Paradise Plants Garden Centre Courtenay BC
Manager reference
Cell: (250)591-1976
Email: evelinepower@gmail.com
Community Work
- Actively volunteer with the local food bank, organizing seasonal wreath fundraisers and food drives to raise funds and collect donations for those in need.
- Coordinate enriching field trips for elementary students to walk to the food bank with their donations, fostering a sense of community engagement and giving back.
- Founder of a women's snowboarding foundation dedicated to promoting freeriding skills and fostering community growth and support among women and young girls. Provide free guided snowboarding sessions with support from Mount Washington, encouraging inclusivity and empowerment.
- Engage with the Morrison Creek Stream Society as a family volunteer, actively participating in invasive plant species removal, stream rehabilitation, fundraising events, and fish counting efforts to contribute to environmental conservation and restoration.
References
Jen Crabtree
Snow School Manager, Mt Washington, BC
Manager Reference
Cell: (250)702-2829
Email: jcrabtree@mountwashington.ca
Eveline Skapski Power
Retired Head Grower, Paradise Plants Garden Centre Courtenay BC
Manager reference
Cell: (250)591-1976
Email: evelinepower@gmail.com