Senior Fisheries Biologist – Christian Standring
Christian joined AOFRC in 2024 as a Fisheries Biologist.
He holds Fish and Wildlife Technician and Ecosystems Management Technology diplomas from Fleming College (2010), and a BSc. (Hons) in Environmental Sciences from Trent University (2014). He has a solid foundation in environmental consulting, environmental compliance in gold mining, and fisheries assessments.
As a passionate outdoors enthusiast, Christian enjoys camping and angling, and has a deep appreciation for Ontario’s natural landscapes. This personal connection to nature fuels his commitment to conserving and protecting aquatic ecosystems. With years of experience assessing freshwater habitats, ensuring compliance with environmental regulations, and promoting sustainable resource management, Christian brings both expertise and a genuine love for the environment to every project.
Fisheries Biologist – Emily Heil
Emily joined A/OFRC in 2022 as a fisheries technician. From a young age, Emily has been passionate about aquatic life and knew she wanted to be a fisheries biologist someday. She has worked with Parks Canada as an environmental services student on the Rideau system, conducting surveys on invasive aquatic vegetation as well as shoreline surveys. She has also worked with the Ministry of Natural Resources as a resource technician doing Broad-scale monitoring on many inland lakes across northeastern Ontario. Emily grew up on lake Nipissing and Georgian bay which is where her love for the water and its ecosystems began.
Emily graduated from the University of Guelph with a degree in Marine and Freshwater Biology (2021). During her degree she took many conservation courses growing her interest in fisheries conservation. Emily is looking forward to working along side members of partnering communities and gaining more knowledge regarding fisheries conservation.
Fisheries Biologist – Gabrielle Perugini
Gaby joined A/OFRC in 2025 as a Fisheries Biologist.
Gaby graduated with a Marine and Freshwater Biology (Hons) degree from the University of Guelph (2021) and is completing her M.Sc. in Fisheries Science and Technology at the Marine Institute of Memorial University of Newfoundland, where she studies the effect of predation on larval fish survival and growth.
She worked for three summers with the Great Lakes Laboratory for Fisheries and Aquatic Sciences (GLLFAS; Fisheries and Oceans Canada) on a multi-year juvenile Lake Sturgeon netting index project on Lake Superior, Lake Sturgeon off-Setting project (testing the efficacy of artificial spawning habitat) in Honey Harbour, and Aquatic Invasive Species surveys in the St. Marys river system. Before starting her Masters, she worked as a technician with GLLFAS using acoustic telemetry to track movement of Lake Trout within the Turkey Lakes and map Lake Trout habitat using side-scan sonar.
Gaby enjoys spending her personal time outdoors hiking, climbing, snorkelling, and canoeing. She lets her love for nature and innate curiosity fuel her work; utilizing her academic knowledge and technical experience to answer questions that protect and conserve aquatic life.
She is grateful to be apart of A/OFRC and is excited to work with and service the partnering First Nation communities.
Senior Fisheries Technician – Corey Mandula
Corey Mandula is a Senior Fisheries Technician with over 12 years of experience in environmental and fisheries management. Throughout his career, Corey has worked with a variety of communities across Ontario, collaborating to support sustainable fisheries and conservation efforts. His role involves conducting field research, assessing aquatic ecosystems, and helping to develop management strategies that ensure the long-term health of fish populations and their habitats.
Outside of his professional work, Corey enjoys a wide range of outdoor activities, including fishing, hunting, and camping. His strong connection to nature is what drives his commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainable resource management, ensuring that future generations will have the opportunity to experience healthy, thriving ecosystems.
Fisheries Technician – Parker Lake
Parker Lake was born in North Bay and grew up in the West Nipissing region. He joined the A/OFRC as a Co-op Student with Canadore College’s Environmental Technology program, and quickly portrayed great initiative and keenness to develop his scientific skills in fisheries research. Shortly after his term as a Co-op student, Parker was offered the position of Fisheries Technician with the A/OFRC.
Parker has always had a deep appreciation for the outdoors, and loves sharing that passion with his daughter by teaching her about local flora and fauna during their daily walks through the bush. He enjoys recreational fishing for large game fish like Northern Pike and Muskellunge, and spends much of his free time camping and kayaking in the many lakes and rivers of the area. Parker has a three-year advanced diploma in Environmental Technology and a genuine passion for fisheries work, which he finds both rewarding and fulfilling.
Fisheries Intern – Kruz Kohoko
Kruz is a member of the Algonquins of Pikwakanagan First Nation, where he has served his community in a number of different roles and positions such as Earth Walkers and Guardians program. Furthermore, Kruz has experience in conducting fisheries surveys with various organizations, including working with American Eel, an endangered species. Growing up, Kruz spent time fishing, hunting, and trapping, and is passionate about pursuing a career in fisheries and conservation.
Kruz is the newest member of the A/OFRC team, as he joins us as our Fisheries Intern.
Community Liaison Specialist – Jeff Berthelette
Jeff has always had a passion for the outdoors, and has always loved collaborating and public speaking. He graduated from the Canadore College Environmental Technician diploma program in 2017, and the Honours Bachelor of Science Environmental Biology and Technology degree program from Nipissing University in 2019. Jeff started his environmental career in the water treatment industry, but eventually found his calling in conservation, where he worked in land stewardship, consulting, and in the non-profit sector.
For nearly 2 years, Jeff worked in the Invading Species Awareness Program, part of the Ontario Federation of Anglers and Hunters as the Outreach Liaison. There, he fortified his outreach and organizational skills to work with Cottage and Lake Associations, volunteer groups, and other groups to spread awareness of invasive species. Jeff spoke at many events and managed a roster of nearly 200 volunteers at his time with the ISAP.
Jeff joined the AOFRC in 2025 as a Community Liaison Specialist, where he represents the organizations at various outreach events including job fairs, trade shows, and pow wows. Jeff also acts as the bridge between the organization and general public, managing the AOFRC’s website, social media, and presence at community events. Jeff is proud to be able exercise his strong passion for outreach and conservation with the AOFRC in his hometown of North Bay, traditional territory of the Anishinabek Peoples, in the Robinson Huron and Williams Treaties areas.
Office Manager – Gabrielle Allen
Gabrielle joined AOFRC in 2024 as the Office Manager with over a decade of experience in management in the financial services sector.
With a lifelong passion for spending time on local lakes boating and angling- supporting the talented professionals at AOFRC to promote sustainability in resource management never feels like work.