Amanda Follett
Communications Coordinator
Amanda was born and raised in Toronto, Ontario and graduated from Carleton University’s Bachelor of Journalism program in 1997. After graduation, she moved out west to Canmore, Alberta, where she worked as a reporter and then assistant editor at weekly newspaper The Canmore Leader while exploring the Canadian Rockies. Always in search of adventure and new experiences, Amanda visited Smithers in spring 2006 and decided to stay. She began working at the Bulkley Valley Research Centre in December 2006 and has since helped organize several events and workshops, along with undertaking the Centre’s communications, writing and editing needs. She recently completed a Master of Communication Specializing in International and Intercultural Communication through Royal Roads University while continuing to pursue a freelance writing career. When not at a computer, she enjoys exploring northern B.C. with her faithful four-legged companions Belle and Fen.
Amanda started with the Bulkley Valley Research Centre in December 2006.