DIRECTOR

Jennifer Psyllakis

Director, Wildlife and Habitat Branch
BC Ministry of Forests, Lands, Natural Operations and Rural Development

Jennifer is passionate about conservation and believes strongly that partnerships are key to improving outcomes for wildlife and habitat. Growing up in Victoria amidst Garry Oak trees, she developed a passion for natural spaces and conservation.

As the Director of Wildlife and Habitat for the British Columbia, she helps to ensure alignment to common goals and leverage partnership opportunities in western Canada. Her career has included supporting acquisition and designation of areas used for conservation and parks, development of natural resource policy and leading program areas for wildlife and habitat management.

On her downtime she loves traveling and spending time outdoors or on the water with her husband and young daughters.