Catherine Schinkel

Catherine Schinkel currently serves as the Director of People and Culture at the International Institute for Sustainable Development, leading human resources policies and programs with a focus on employee relations and development. Simultaneously, Catherine is a Course Author and Instructor for Simon Fraser University's Lifelong Learning Program, developing online courses in Organizational Engagement and Total Rewards. Previous experience includes serving as Director of Human Resources for the River East Transcona School Division and Richardson International, where responsibilities encompassed HR operations, strategy development, and team leadership. Catherine also held the position of Senior Manager in Human Capital Consulting at Deloitte, specializing in HR advisory services for large organizations. Additional roles include Director of Human Resources at the Canadian Museum for Human Rights, SYSCO Food Services, and Director of Total Rewards at Ceridian Canada. Catherine's educational credentials include a Bachelor of Commerce, various HR certifications, and a Certificate in Adult and Continuing Education.