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
Halifax, 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
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
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
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
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