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Danielle Ganaway, B.I.T.

Position: Junior Biologist
Categories: Biological Sciences

Discipline: Terrestrial Ecology & Agrology

Location: Lower Mainland

Practice Focus:

  • Ecological and Environmental Impact Assessments
  • Land Capability for Agriculture Assessments
  • Landscape Reserve Design
  • Research and Technical Writing
  • Wildlife Act, Farm Practices Protection Act, Riparian Areas Protection Regulation, Water Sustainability Act

Danielle has been a scientific researcher since 2020 and an environmental consultant since 2023. She brings strong investigative and communication skills honed through past roles in science education, forestry extension, natural resource administration, and master’s-level research in ecological restoration. At Madrone, she applies her field and research expertise to support biology and agrology projects. Her work includes ecological and agrological assessments, species surveys and salvages, technical reporting, literature reviews, and permit support.

Danielle has experience using Esri Field Maps and Survey123 and enjoys keeping up to date with emerging technologies that enhance her work. She is also committed to professional development and staying informed on innovations in environmental science and policy. Her certifications include Electrofishing, Riparian Areas Protection Regulation Assessments, Bear Awareness, H₂S Alive, First Aid with Transportation Endorsement, and Pipeline Construction Safety. Danielle also has additional academic and cultural training, including a Certificate in Animal Behaviour and completion of San’yas Indigenous Cultural Safety Training.

An active member of the Society for Ecological Restoration’s Western Canada chapter, Danielle has also held leadership and support roles in other community-based volunteer initiatives. She has planned, hosted, and participated in knowledge-sharing events ranging from academic research symposiums to industry conferences. Danielle enjoys contributing to collaborative, community-minded environmental solutions and loves bringing people together to learn and inspire change. Outside of science, she has an academic background in the arts and humanities, and she loves to write – but she promises to keep the fiction writing to her personal time!