Gillian Rees
Toronto
Summary
Recent Dalhousie University graduate with a strong foundation in customer service, leadership, and outdoor recreation. Experienced in fast-paced, team-oriented environments with a proven ability to adapt, communicate effectively, and take initiative. Passionate about community engagement and driven to contribute to dynamic workplaces that value collaboration and creativity.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Sea Canoe, Kayak & SUP Instructor / Summer Camp (Seasonal)
Halifax Regional Municipality: Saint Marys Boat Club, NS
04.2024 - 09.2025
- Instructed youth and adults in sea canoeing and kayaking, promoting safety, skill development, and confidence.
- Delivered programming aligned with municipal recreation goals and water safety standards
Store Advisor (Seasonal)
Mountain Equipment Company, Halifax, NS
11.2024 - 05.2025
- Supported customers with product knowledge and recommendations while maintaining organized inventory and efficient backstock operations in a fast-paced retail environment.
- Outdoor recreation knowledge
Event Coordinator and Trip Leader
Dalhousie Outdoors Society, Halifax, NS
09.2023 - 05.2025
- Planned, executed and led off-campus trips for Dalhousie University's largest society. Attended and took minutes during staff meetings. Assisted in social media content and community outreach.
Staff Writer
Dalhousie Gazette Newspaper, Halifax, NS
09.2022 - 05.2025
- Researched, coordinated interviews and executed professional-level news stories for print and digital platforms.
Barista
Lawrencetown Beach Café, Lawrencetown, NS
08.2022 - 05.2025
- Prepared high-quality food and beverages as both cook and barista in a fast-paced, customer-focused café environment.
- Assisted with creating social media content to promote the café and engage with the local community.
Education
Bachelor of Political Science - Minor in Journalism
Dalhousie University
01.2023
High School Diploma -
Jonathan Law High School
Milford, CT01.2021
Skills
- Customer service & interpersonal communication
- Leadership & team supervision
- Outdoor recreation instruction (canoe/kayak)
- Time management & multitasking
- Social media & content creation
- Inventory management & point-of-sale systems
- Critical thinking & problem solving
- Report writing & research
- Video and image editing
- Adaptability in fast-paced environments
Websites
Certification
- Gender Based Analysis Plus Certificate - Government of Canada
- Making Ethical Decisions Coaching Certificate - Canadian Safe Sport (Coach.ca)
- Standard First Aid, CPR & AED - St. John Ambulance
- Class 5 Nova Scotia Driver's License
- Pleasure Craft Operator Card - Nova Scotia Boating License
- Restricted Operator Certificate - Maritime (ROCM DSC), CPS-ECP
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Elementary
Timeline
Store Advisor (Seasonal)
Mountain Equipment Company, Halifax, NS
11.2024 - 05.2025
Sea Canoe, Kayak & SUP Instructor / Summer Camp (Seasonal)
Halifax Regional Municipality: Saint Marys Boat Club, NS
04.2024 - 09.2025
Event Coordinator and Trip Leader
Dalhousie Outdoors Society, Halifax, NS
09.2023 - 05.2025
Staff Writer
Dalhousie Gazette Newspaper, Halifax, NS
09.2022 - 05.2025
Barista
Lawrencetown Beach Café, Lawrencetown, NS
08.2022 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Political Science - Minor in Journalism
Dalhousie University
High School Diploma -
Jonathan Law High School