Top 10 Directors of Environmental in Canada - 2026

A community can grow quickly and lose sight of what that growth will demand years from now. In St. Thomas, that question is becoming increasingly immediate as the City prepares for major industrial growth, a more electrified economy and transportation network, and new demands on municipal infrastructure. For Kevin De Leebeeck, the answer lies in thinking about those pressures before they become problems and treating environmental responsibility as part of the decision that shapes a community’s f

Nicole Gorman is Director, Environmental, Health & Safety at Sysco, where she supports environmental and workplace safety responsibilities within one of North America's largest foodservice distribution companies. A Canadian Registered Safety Professional (CRSP), she has built her career in environmental, health and safety management through roles that span manufacturing, distribution and foodservice operations, developing experience in regulatory compliance and workplace risk management.

Lucas Donnelly RPF serves as Director, Environmental Liability at AltaGas, where he leads work related to environmental liability within a large energy infrastructure portfolio. His career spans more than two decades in environmental management, reclamation and remediation, backed by experience in consulting and upstream energy. His work reflects a practical approach that connects environmental stewardship with long-term asset responsibility.

Laura Pacholski is Director of Environmental Permitting at Hecla Mining Company, where she leads permitting strategy, regulatory engagement and environmental stewardship initiatives. With extensive experience in mining and environmental management, she supports responsible project development, regulatory compliance and sustainable operational practices.

Mei Shelp, Director of Environment at Kinross Gold, applies her expertise in environmental and geotechnical engineering to improve mining practices. A professional engineer with a Ph.D., she focuses on environmental performance and management systems, helping integrate regulatory compliance, water protection, waste control, and land reclamation into mining operations.

Gabriela Moreno, Environmental Director at Aecon, works at the intersection of construction and environmental risk. She helps project teams identify site-specific impacts, meet regulatory requirements, and protect surrounding ecosystems. Her role supports Aecon's effort to manage waste, reduce emissions, and build infrastructure with environmental care.

Kent Brandt, Director of Environment at Capital Power, draws on more than 30 years in environmental and plant operations. With expertise in air quality, water management, waste control, and environmental auditing, he helps manage the environmental risks of power generation while supporting regulatory compliance across the company’s operations.

Jeff W. Robertson, Director of Environment & Sustainability at Bimbo Canada, connects environmental goals with the practical demands of food production. His role centres on reducing operational impacts, improving resource efficiency, and advancing responsible manufacturing practices across bakery operations while supporting the company’s long-term sustainability commitments.

Nathan Mansuy, Director of Environment at SaskPower, works at the intersection of energy production and environmental protection. He oversees environmental priorities tied to power generation, including regulatory compliance, emissions management, and responsible resource use, helping the utility balance reliable electricity service with the environmental demands of Saskatchewan’s energy system.

Emily Jepson, P.Eng., Director of Environment & Regulatory Affairs at Westmoreland Mining, combines engineering expertise with 16 years in coal mining. Her work spans environmental monitoring, regulatory compliance, and land reclamation, with recent attention to carbon regulations. She connects scientific evidence with practical decisions on mining’s environmental impact.