Laurie C.

Master of Public Service Candidate at University of Waterloo | Research Analyst at Treasury Board Secretariat

Canada

About

Pursuing a Master of Public Service at the University of Waterloo, with a Bachelor of Arts (Honours) in Sociology from McGill University. Currently contributing to the General Government Unit within the Resources and Economic Development Division as a Research Analyst at the Treasury Board Secretariat. Core competencies include policy analysis, public speaking, and facilitation, with academic and professional experience spanning climate-resilient agriculture, immigration, and public perception research. At the Treasury Board Secretariat, collaborating with cross-functional teams to support informed decision-making in government policy. Past experiences include facilitating focus groups at McGill and participating in international programs, which have honed a global perspective and multilingual communication skills. Committed to leveraging research expertise and a collaborative approach to address complex policy challenges and drive impactful solutions.

Experience

  • Research Analyst at Treasury Board Secretariat | Secrétariat du Conseil du Trésor
    May 2026 - Present · 2 mos

    General Government Unit in the Resources and Economic Development Division

  • Queen Elizabeth II Diamond Jubilee Scholarship Programme at University of the West Indies, St. Augustine Campus
    May 2025 - Aug 2025 · 4 mos

    Summer 2025 cohort of the scholarship programme between McGill and UWI Research Area: Climate Resilient Agriculture in the Caribbean

  • Research Assistant - Department of Sociology at McGill University
    Aug 2024 - May 2025 · 10 mos

    Research Area: Immigration and Public Perception • Compiled literature review • Assisted with Research Ethics Board application • Developed participant recruitment materials • Recruitment through emails, class presentations, and other outreach across McGill • Facilitated focus group discussions

  • McCall MacBain International Fellow - Japan at McCall MacBain Foundation
    Aug 2023 - Aug 2024 · 1 yr 1 mo

    12-month scholarship in Japan for a term each of intensive language learning, work experience, and university exchange. Nominated by McGill University. Interviewed and selected by the McCall MacBain Foundation as one of twelve fellows in the 2023-2024 cohort.

  • Member Services Specialist at Tokyo American Club
    Jan 2024 - Mar 2024 · 3 mos

    • Provided professional and cordial service to over 70 club members and guests daily • Communicated in English, Japanese, and Mandarin