Gia Paola

Gia Paola is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in policy analysis and conservation. Currently serving as a National Policy Analyst at Ducks Unlimited Canada since August 2021, Gia previously held multiple roles at Parks Canada from May 2017 to August 2021, including Advisor to the Director of the Conservation Strategy Branch and Species at Risk Program & Policy Officer. Additional experience includes serving as a Research Assistant at the uOttawa Faculty of Social Sciences Laboratory on Interdisciplinary Food Studies, where responsibilities included supervising student volunteers and managing communication channels. Earlier professional experience at Kitchen Connaisseur involved customer service, event development, and digital marketing. Academic credentials include a Master of Science in Environmental Sustainability and an Honours Bachelor of Social Science with a specialization in Conflict Studies and Human Rights, both from the University of Ottawa.