Robert D. Ducharme
Gatineau,Canada
Summary
Dynamic regulatory specialist with over 20 years of experience in federal environmental programs at Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC), focusing on the implementation of the Fisheries Act and the Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) across air quality and pollution prevention initiatives. Recognized for leadership in regulatory analysis, policy development, compliance promotion, and program implementation, consistently delivering strategic guidance, fostering national networks, and enhancing operational systems and training. Expertise in strategic planning and operational oversight complements a proven ability to lead teams and execute initiatives that drive organizational effectiveness. Strong conflict resolution skills and resource management capabilities contribute to achieving program goals and advancing environmental standards.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Physical Science Senior Officer
Environment Canada
01.2014 - Current
- Implement CEPA regulations; including MSAPR the coordination of all MSAPR parts administered by three different divisions of two directorates, develop guidance and operational procedures.
- Review regulatory submissions and technical documentation.
- Analyze emissions and program data for compliance oversight.
- Prepare briefing notes and executive summaries.
- Provide subject-matter expertise to internal teams.
- Liaise with PTs, industry and federal partners.
- Coordinate equivalency agreement assessments.
Compliance Strategy Officer & Manager
Environment Canada
01.2005 - 01.2014
- Delivered compliance promotion for 40+ instruments under CEPA/Fisheries Act.
- Developed policies, guidance, outreach materials.
- Standardized internal processes and reporting.
- Managed staff, budgets, and contracts.
- Delivered national training to risk managers and ComPro officers.
Notifications Specialist
Environment Canada
01.2001 - 01.2004
Education
Writing for Business & Commercial Law/CCQ
01-1995
CITT Level 1 - undefined
01-1993
Marketing of Services
01-1989
Economics & Management
01-1989
B.Sc. - Biology
01-1987
Skills
- CEPA & Fisheries Act regulatory implementation
- Air pollution control (MSAPR) & regulatory stock review
- Regulatory analysis, policy & instrument design
- Compliance promotion (ComPro), guidance & outreach
- Risk management support & performance measurement
- Stakeholder engagement (PTs, industry, federal partners)
- Briefing notes & operational procedures
- Program design, training, and change management
- Team leadership, budgeting, vendor oversight
- Work coordination and team collaboration
- Budgeting and finance
Accomplishments
- Led development of MSAPR administrative process (Alternate Rules, Alberta CEMS Code, and guidance; supported three amendment packages and MSAPR regulatory stock review.
- Coordinated equivalency agreement reviews with provinces/territories.
- Co-created Compliance Promotion Program; contributed to MC/TB submissions.
- Built national record-keeping system and led migration to CPCRM.
- Delivered national ComPro and risk manager training.
- Led CEPA/FA annual reports and DPR/RPP contributions for 5 years.
- Managed up to 8 staff and $1M+ budgets; oversaw consultant contracts.
- Recipient of ECCC Excellence Awards (2007, 2008, 2011).
Languages
English
Native or Bilingual
French
Native or Bilingual
Timeline
Physical Science Senior Officer - Environment Canada
01.2014 - Current
Compliance Strategy Officer & Manager - Environment Canada
01.2005 - 01.2014
Notifications Specialist - Environment Canada
01.2001 - 01.2004
Canadian Institute of Traffic and Transportation - CITT Level 1,
UQAM - , Marketing of Services
UQO - , Economics & Management
University of Ottawa - B.Sc., Biology
University of Toronto - , Writing for Business & Commercial Law/CCQ
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
- CANADIAN CITIZEN
- Bilingual (English/French) — E-E-E (Ref. 200019001)
- Reliability and Security: Secret (current — expires 2029-10-28)