RCEN Staff

Jade Scognamillo, Executive Director

Jade is currently the Executive Director of The Canadian Environmental Network (Réseau Canadien De L’Environnement). Jade has worked in non-profit management for six years with a specialty for volunteer engagement and fund acquisition.

She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Geography and Environmental Studies from Wilfrid Laurier University, along with a Diploma in Horticulture from the University of Guelph. Jade is a lifelong learner and seeks out the opportunity for professional development. She believes in the power of volunteers, knowledge sharing, and is passionate about contributing to solving the complex issue of food security.

Jade is a marathon swimmer, becoming the youngest and fastest swimmer of Lake Erie and the youngest swimmer of Lake Ontario. Through combined efforts, she has raised more than $100,000 for charities through marathon swimming endeavors. Some of her favorite activities are backcountry camping, swimming, and gardening.

director@rcen.ca

Kass Harris, Network Coordinator

Kass grew up on Cape Breton Island in Nova Scotia and has recently graduated from CBU with a Bachelor of Arts and Science in Environment. She found her passion for environmental advocacy after discovering the environmental impact of our food choices, which inspired her to pursue environmental studies in more depth. After holding a variety of positions in the environmental field, she knew that her dream was to work with an environmental nonprofit. Kass is especially passionate about sustainable food choices, outdoor education, protecting biodiversity, and the psychology of environmentalism. As RCEN’s Network Coordinator, Kass is eager to support the work of our caucuses, engage with our membership, and share information on environmental topics with the public.

outreach@rcen.ca