OUR TEAM

Nadine is passionate about creating collaborative projects that accelerate the transition to more resilient food systems.

An environmental professional for over 25 years, she spent two decades with Équiterre, where she developed deep expertise in agricultural issues and the challenges of adopting agro-environmental practices. A skilled communicator and mobilizer, she has led numerous awareness-raising and engagement initiatives in support of sustainable agriculture.

Nadine holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Sciences from Université du Québec à Montréal. She is now an Analyst and Project Manager at FoodBridge, where she plays a central role in developing and leading value chain  initiatives in Quebec — acting as a key bridge between farmers, agronomists, researchers, and other stakeholders.

Yourianne stands out for her ability to craft narratives that inspire and mobilize. She brings her expertise to projects built around a shared vision: sustainable and resilient food systems.

For more than 15 years, she has held management and public affairs roles in the agri-food and environmental sectors. She has collaborated with leading organizations such as Lufa Farms, Eco Entreprises Québec, and the Quebec Strawberry and Raspberry Growers Association, contributing to collective initiatives and strengthening the local roots of food production.

Yourianne holds a Master’s degree in Environmental Management from the Université de Sherbrooke and a Bachelor’s degree in Journalism from Université du Québec à Montréal. She is now Program Director at FoodBridge, where she plays a key role in value chain projects in Quebec, developing partnerships with food companies, processors, and retailers.

Shamaïla is an agronomist who combines scientific expertise with a strategic approach to support the transition of food systems toward more responsible models.

She has experience coordinating sustainability projects in the agri-food and cosmetics sectors. She worked with the L’Occitane Group as Biodiversity and Water Manager, where she assessed the water footprint of its supply chains and other activities, and with Groupe Vivadour as Sustainability and ESG Project Manager.

Shamaïla holds a Master’s degree in Agronomy, with a specialization in sustainability strategies and agri-sourced value chains for the luxury sector, from the École d’Ingénieurs de Purpan, as well as a Master’s degree in Environment and Sustainable Development, specializing in Water Management, from the Université de Montréal. After a 6 month internship she is now Project Coordinator at FoodBridge, where she supports the team in project coordination, external communications and events.

Raised on an organic dairy and grain farm in Ontario, Stacie combines hands-on agricultural knowledge with expertise in market research, stakeholder engagement, and value chain coordination.

With more than 15 years of experience, she led the Feed BC program at the British Columbia Ministry of Agriculture and Food, which focused on increasing local food purchasing in institutional supply chains. Earlier in her career, she spent ten years working on agricultural development initiatives in West Africa and Asia, strengthening regional value chains and expanding market opportunities for hundreds of food producers.

Stacie holds a Master’s degree in Globalization, Business and Development from the University of Sussex and a Bachelor’s degree in International Rural and Agricultural Development from the University of Guelph. She is now Program Manager at FoodBridge, where she manages and develops partnerships in Ontario supply chains and coordinates our pan-Canadian Community of Practice.