Julie Vachon

Julie Vachon is an experienced epidemiologist currently serving as the Manager of the Domestic and International Zoonoses Program at the Public Health Agency of Canada since February 2017. Vachon leads a team focused on zoonotic diseases, preparedness, and response efforts. Previous roles include Acting Manager in Horizontal Surveillance Operations, where Vachon developed a national strategic plan for surveillance workforce capacity, and Senior Epidemiologist positions overseeing COVID-19 and communicable diseases, including tuberculosis and sexually transmitted infections. Vachon has a strong background in data management, analysis, and stakeholder engagement, holding a Master of Science in Epidemiology and a Bachelor of Applied Science in Microbiology from Université Laval.