Meg Webster
she/her/hers
I grew up in Calgary, AB, went on to get a BFA in acting at Toronto Metropolitan University. Here is what I've been up to in addition to working in the tree planting world:
- Travelled in Asia and Europe
- Wrote, produced, and performed a play about tree planting
- Did a 250 hour Yoga Teacher Training
- Finished a post-grad certificate in Human Resources
- Joined Light Echo, a theatre company in Hamilton, ON, as a Producer
- I like writing, singing, and forest adventures with Roo (my dog!)
About
Meg Webster
In 2014 I started tree planting in Northern AB. In 2016 I switched over to BC and shortly after began working full seasons starting and finishing with Coastal work. In 2018 I shifted to management and started running crews until 2020.
Theatre Creator / People & Culture Consultant
Origin
Calgary, AB
Current Location
Toronto, ON
In 2018, I started bringing harassment training and mental health awareness to my communities. In 2021, I spoke at the Western Forestry Contractors Association conference on "Creating Emotionally Safer Workplaces." Since hanging up my shovel (it is literally hanging up on my wall), I've shifted my focus to creative opportunities and to independent consulting. As a consultant I've worked on Planter Representative training; advising on bullying, harassment, and violence complaints and reports; and most recently I've been working as the Project and Communications Manager for this website! (yay!)
Site Contributions
Steps for Finding a Mental Health Professional
The stigma around mental health often leads people to believe they don’t need professional help or that finding mental health support is too confusing or expensive. While these things can be true, finding the right mental health professional can be life-changing.
Why Diversity in Leadership is Important and How to Encourage It
Diversity is a hot topic and has the potential to be a buzzword when engaged in something other than a meaningful way. Justice, equity, diversity, and inclusion are not boxes to check so that your company stays relevant. You have to figure out your why.