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Sylvie Spraakman (She/Her) PhD, PEng, Senior Water Resources Association

Country: Canada
Languages: English
Sectors: Academia, Government
Primary Water Expertise: Engineering, Hydrology, Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Green infrastructure, stormwater management

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"I am a woman and an engineer."

"I am committed to advancing our care of water resources."

Water Experience

I am a water resources engineer at the City of Vancouver, where I design and implement green rainwater infrastructure. I have a PhD in civil engineering at the University of Toronto where I researched the long term performance of bioretention systems.

Opportunities of Interest

  • Speaking engagements (e.g., conference panels, keynote addresses)
  • Leadership roles (e.g., board member, committees)
  • Volunteer opportunities (e.g., community based projects)
  • Research (e.g., academic, not-for-profit, government)

Opportunities Offered

  • Graduate student training (e.g., masters, PhD)
  • research partnership
Country: Canada
Languages: English
Sectors: Academia, Government
Primary Water Expertise: Engineering, Hydrology, Integrated Water Resource Management (IWRM), Green infrastructure, stormwater management