Inuvik, Northwest Territories
Councillor, Town of Inuvik
Jennifer Parrott has a passion for strengthening Canada’s northern research program, bringing over a decade of experience in arctic policy, programming and innovation. As Director of Innovation, Inuvialuit Science and Climate Change, Parrott’s professional interests include environmental change, knowledge mobilization, and strengthening the northern economy. Key achievements include securing over $30 million for northern science capacity building and establishing research facilities in the Inuvialuit Settlement Region. Locally, Jennifer is currently an elected Town Councillor for Inuvik, NWT, and was previously Chair of the Inuvik District Education Authority as well as the former Vice-Chair of the Beaufort Delta Divisional Education Council.