MacKenzie Denyes

Mackenzie Denyes is an experienced professional in environmental science and regulatory affairs, currently serving as an Adjunct Assistant Professor at Queen's University, where responsibilities include instructing the course MNTC 418 on Sustainability and the Environment. In parallel, Mackenzie holds the position of Director of Impact Assessment and Licensing at the Nuclear Waste Management Organization, overseeing necessary approvals for Canada’s deep geological repository for used nuclear fuel. Previous roles include Director and Manager of Regulatory Affairs at Treasury Metals Inc., as well as positions as Senior Environmental Scientist and Risk Assessor at Wood, and Risk Assessor at Pinchin Ltd. Additionally, Mackenzie has contributed academically as an Assistant Professor and Post Doctoral Fellow at Queen's University. Academic credentials include a Ph.D. in Environmental Science and Engineering from the Royal Military College of Canada and dual Bachelor’s degrees in Environmental Science and Biochemistry from the University of Ottawa.