Profile information
Travel information
I am currently
Travelling
My next destination:
New Zealand - from Jan 2025 until Dec 2025 View all
Description
I am a friendly 23-year-old Canadian currently exploring New Zealand on a 12-month working holiday visa. I have a BSc in oceanography and a deep passion for nature, animals, and the ocean. In my spare time, I love hiking, running, reading, and acrylic painting. I'm happiest when staying active and thrive in hands-on working environments, especially those that allow me to be outdoors or involved in something creative.
I'm always eager to learn new skills, meet great people, and contribute wherever I can. Looking forward to new experiences and opportunities on this journey!
Interests
Events & social
Self development
Pets
Sustainability
Art & design
Music
Drawing & painting
DIY & crafts
Cooking & food
Books
Animals
Water sports
Sailing / Boating
Yoga / Wellness
Fitness
Beach
Camping
Hiking
Nature
Winter sports
Outdoor activities
Languages
Languages spoken
English: Fluent
French: IntermediateMore details about my language interests
This workawayer has indicated that they would be interested in sharing their language(s) or learning a new language. You can contact them directly to discuss this.
Skills and knowledge I'd like to share or learn
I'm interested in:
Charity Work
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Life at a Farmstay
Being an elderly companion
General Maintenance
Some knowledge of:
Art Projects
Eco Projects
Teaching
House sitting
Babysitting and creative play
Hospitality/Tourism
Languages
Helping with Computers/ Internet
Able to teach about:
Animal Care
Creating/ Cooking family meals
Helping around the house
More details about your skills
Before coming to New Zealand I worked as an Aquatic Science Technician for the Department of Fisheries and Oceans Canada which gave me plenty of field and lab experience. After participating in an 18-day research survey on a vessel in the North Atlantic, I realized my passion for work where I can be active and outdoors.
Before becoming an oceanographer, I thought my dream job was to be a veterinarian, so I participated in a co-op program where I worked as a vet assistant in a clinic for 5 months. I realized that I was too sensitive for that line of work, but got loads of animal care and handling experience.
In addition to my scientific background, I have experience working with and teaching children. I was a skating instructor for 2 years in high school and also gave my next-door neighbour flute lessons and tutored her in math.
I also worked as a hotel housekeeper for a summer during COVID, so I am well-versed in maintaining clean and organized spaces.
Having attended French immersion school throughout elementary and high school in Canada, I am proficient in French and relatively comfortable speaking the language, though I am a bit rusty due to lack of recent practice.
Age
24
Some more information
Smoker
Driver's licence
Allergies
noSpecial dietary requirements
no
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