Toolika has been with Humane Canada since 2013 and is their Senior Manager of Policy and Research. In addition to leading Humane Canada’s research projects, as well as various internal and public policy initiatives, she represents Humane Canada at multi-stakeholder, partner and industry tables, such as the Canadian Veterinary Medical Association’s Animal Welfare Committee and the National Farm Animal Care Council (NFACC).

Prior to joining Humane Canada, Toolika worked in the areas of biodiversity conservation and environmental safety in the public sector, both internationally and in Canada.
Toolika holds a PhD in Molecular and Medical Genetics, a postdoctoral certificate in Conservation Genetics and a Master’s in Ecological Economics and Sustainable Development Policy. She has published her primary research in peer-reviewed journals, and has authored Humane Canada’s publications.