BGIS (Selkirk College), MA
A lifelong resident of Castlegar and proud Selkirk College alumna, Leeza Perehudoff advances evidence-based decision-making for rural community well-being through applied research and innovation.
Leeza is a graduate of Selkirk College’s Recreation, Fish and Wildlife Technology and Geographic Information Systems programs. She gained hands-on experience through Co-op Education placements with the BC Ministry of Forests’ Invasive Plant Program, Canfor, FortisBC and Selkirk Innovates.
Since 2020, Leeza has worked with Selkirk Innovates, contributing to social science and geospatial research. She is especially proud of her ongoing work with the State of the Basin initiative, which monitors and reports on indicators of well-being across the Columbia Basin-Boundary Region. Notable past projects include Bridging Rural Homelessness and Well-being and Courageous Dialogues: Moving Beyond Polarization.
Leeza is passionate about applied learning and mentoring students through hands-on research opportunities.
Outside of work, Leeza values being an active community citizen and volunteer. She loves to explore our beautiful region with her partner, especially through human-powered outdoor recreation. She is also an avid gardener and delights in singing, crafting and reading.