“The MAEP program was the stepping stone for my career in the Federal public service. It was the courses, mentorship, and internship that enabled me to get to where I am today.”
- Erika Parrill, Acting Section Head, Shellfish Section, Science Branch, Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada (graduated in 2013 from the research paper stream)
“The Master of Arts in Environmental Policy Program provided an exceptional and practical learning experience. Working with communities and industry and engaging in real, ongoing environmental policy challenges gave me the skills and understanding of policy solutions that I use in my day-to-day job. As climate challenges continue to evolve and the demand for relevant climate solutions increases, MAEP offers a unique opportunity to work directly on real issues, bridging research and policy to create tangible change.”
- Bryson Perrin, Senior Policy Advisor, Climate Change Impacts and Adaptation Division, Natural Resources Canada (graduated in 2017 from the research paper stream)
“As someone working in environmental policy in Newfoundland and Labrador, the MAEP program provided me with many transferrable skills, and specific skills I use every day – it was great exposure to some specific writing styles that I use often for work, and are sought by employers in the field.”
- Rachel Tooby, Manager of Policy Issues, Department of Environment, Conservation and Climate Change, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (graduated in 2019 from the research paper stream)
“The MAEP program stood out to me because it combines theoretical and practical experience; it provides students with the chance to apply what they learn in real-world settings, whether through the internship component or the city-engaged learning, where students help address environmental policy issues for industry, government, and non-governmental partners.”
- Abdul-Latif Alhassan, PhD Candidate, Transdisciplinary Sustainability Program, Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (graduated in 2020 from the research paper stream)
“The MAEP program provided me with the foundational knowledge of understanding the policy cycle and how it defines solutions to environmental problems. A key aspect of the program that I found particularly beneficial was the application of theory in real world situations. The professors are absolutely phenomenal and very supportive. I have no doubt in my mind that every student that pursues the MAEP program will be set up for success in the professional world.”
- Edward Asante, Manager of Compliance, Government of Alberta (graduated in 2021 from the thesis stream)
“The research methodology course was very helpful for me. Different workshop sessions on various topics help me to understand how to do research honestly and efficiently.”
- Naznin Sultana, PhD Candidate, Transdisciplinary Sustainability Program, Grenfell Campus, Memorial University of Newfoundland and Labrador (graduated in 2021 from the thesis stream)
“I think one of the great strengths of the MAEP program was that it taught me how to conduct, organize and present/communicate scientific and technical research to a variety of audiences – something I constantly use from writing technical memos, conducting risk assessments and developing climate action plans for communities. I also feel like the MAEP is an excellent transdisciplinary program for people like me who do not have specific engineering/geology/environmental backgrounds but want to further their education in the field. This provides a unique and very valuable opportunity for interested parties who fall outside the usual STEM scope/requirements for such programs.”
- Ali Mujahid, Climate Change Consultant, Urban Systems Ltd (graduated in 2022 from the thesis stream)
“One thing that I continue to appreciate from the MAEP program was how it leveraged my ability to network through various class projects! I think continuing to connect MAEP students with potential employers and beneficial contacts is a great way to set students up for success once they graduate!”
- Hayley Myers, Field Conservation Assistant, Canadian Parks and Wilderness Society (graduated in 2025 from the thesis stream)
“The MAEP program does a good job at marrying classroom learning with real-world policy exercises. By combining lectures and collaborative projects with other agencies and the public, I was able to develop my understanding of environmental policy applications, as well as expand my network. I left the program with the confidence that I can transfer my skills into my career. The policy competition is one example for me that built expertise and set the program apart.”
- Claire Brenton, Wildlife Biologist, Department of Forestry, Agriculture and Lands, Government of Newfoundland and Labrador (graduated in 2025 from the thesis stream)