Carissa Chan

Carissa Chan is a seasoned consultant and policy expert with extensive experience in municipal and provincial government roles. Currently serving as a Consultant for Policy and Projects at the City of Spruce Grove since October 2022, Carissa leads the development of the city's inaugural Community Standards Bylaw. Previous experience includes leading the 2021-2023 Corporate Plan as a Consultant in Corporate Planning at the same city and managing policy projects at the Public Service Commission of Alberta. Carissa has held various strategic positions within the Government of Alberta, including Director of Strategic Policy Integration and Senior Policy Manager. Additionally, Carissa owned and operated The Gamers' Lodge, a popular board game café in Edmonton. Educational qualifications include a Master of Arts in Sociology from The University of British Columbia and a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of Alberta.