Our Team
Karlene Loudon
Principal Consultant + Biologist
B.Sc., M.N.R., B.TM, R.P.uBio., Q.E.P.
Karlene has over a decade of consulting experience, and has been working on the environmental aspects of development projects in the Sea to Sky since 2013. In addition to consulting, she has worked as an Environmental Coordinator for the District of Squamish, where she oversaw development and gained experience with policy, and as a Research Biologist for Fisheries and Oceans Canada (DFO). She knows Squamish’s neighborhoods, watercourses and environmental policies inside and out.
Karlene is a Registered Professional Biologist (R.P.Bio.) with a few too many letters behind her name. She holds a Masters of Natural Resources (M.N.R.) in Aquatic Science from Oregon State University, a Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) in Biogeophysical Science from Simon Fraser University and a Bachelor of Tourism Management (B.T.M.) with a double major in Nature-based Tourism Development and Entrepreneurship from Thompson Rivers University. She is a Qualified Environmental Professional (QEP).
Karlene grew up sailing BC’s coastline, fishing, exploring tidal pools and collecting experiences that fueled her desire to learn more about the natural environment. Karlene has developed a diverse knowledge of geomorphic, hydrologic and biological sciences related to freshwater, riparian and forest ecology.
She is the Founder and Principal Consultant at Coast Range Environmental. She is the project manager, GIS mapper and the boots on the ground. Karlene is quick on her toes and happy to help. Feel free to send her an email or give her a call.
kloudon@coastrangeenvironmental.ca
604-815-3639
Cara Adrain
Biologist + GIS Specialist
B.Sc., M.Sc., R.P.Bio., Q.E.P.
Cara is a biologist with over 15 years of experience in the environmental field. More recently her work has focused on cumulative effects related to human development on the landscape. While most of her time is spent analyzing spatial data, Cara enjoys and looks for every opportunity to spend time in the field on various projects ranging from wildlife, remediation and water quality work.
Cara was born and raised in the Kootenay-Boundary region of BC but has lived in Alberta and Ontario while pursuing education and early work experience. Cara holds a M.Sc. in Environmental Science from the University of Lethbridge, where her research was directed at ecosystem modeling and aquatic invasive species.
Meg Toom
Wildlife Specialist
Meg is a wildlife specialist. She has been providing wildlife education and coordination services for over 15 years and specializes in human-wildlife conflict mitigation. Meg takes a proactive and strategic approach to providing educational outreach, fostering stakeholder collaboration and creating actionable policy and decision-making documents. Meg developed the Wildlife Attractant Bylaw Toolkit featured by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN). She has also delivered innumerable wildlife and environmental education programs and facilitated the District of Squamish with becoming the second Bear Smart accredited community in B.C.
Adam Neil
Indigenous Relations + Strategic Planning
B.Sc., E.P.
Adam is a Registered Environmental Professional with specializations in Environmental Management, Environmental Sustainability and Fish and Wildlife. He has nearly 20 years of multidisciplinary experience in environmental consulting across British Columbia, Alberta and the Northwest Territories. Adam is widely recognized as a leader in his field. He is a skilled problem solver who applies innovate approaches and solutions to the many challenges we face in an ever-evolving environment. Adam is known for his exceptional ability to successfully advance strategic initiatives, engagements and negotiations across a wide range of environmental disciplines. He is an accomplished thinker who understands the importance and benefit of a well-thought-out approach and takes great pride in his positive contributions and influence on environmental policy, protection and conservation.
Meagan Leicht
Biologist
B.Sc., RPBio
Meagan is a Registered Professional Biologist with over 11 years of experience along the B.C. coastline. She is a master’s candidate in marine spatial planning and management who excels at marine biology, aquatic ecology, and marine mammal behavior. Her specialties include scientific research, impact assessments, environmental protection, habitat restoration, monitoring programs, mitigation planning, regulatory processes, agency requirements, permit applications, and completeness reviews. Meagan brings a strong work ethic, effective communication style, and necessary details to the job.
Connor Stefanison
Ornithologist (Bird Specialist) + Wildlife Specialist
B.Sc.
Connor holds a Bachelor of Science in Biology from Simon Fraser University. Connor is an ornithologist, meaning that he specializes in birds. He also offers a depth of knowledge about wildlife. He was raised in Vancouver and has spent his life exploring and working in southwestern BC. Connor puts this knowledge to work as a bird and wildlife specialist with CoastRange, and as a professional wildlife photographer. He has been granted many prestigious awards, such as the Wildlife Photographer of the Year award, and brings a wealth to knowledge to CoastRange projects.