Samantha is a nationally recognized leader in technical accessibility with more than 15 years of experience working on some of Canada’s largest and most complex projects. Her expertise spans the built environment, new and existing, public and private, as well as digital platforms, product specifications, customer service, legal governance, accessibility plans and policies.
A self-described building code nerd, Samantha has built her career around understanding the intent behind accessibility requirements and how they translate into practical outcomes. She is a co-author of Building Better Bathrooms and serves on technical committees including ISO 21542, CSA B651, CSA B652 (Chair), CBHCC (Vice Chair), Accessibility Standards Canada and RHFAC. As former Chair of the National Building Code Accessibility Task Group, she led the 2025 NBC updates.
Samantha is a sought-after speaker at industry conferences across Canada and has been retained for specialized technical expertise, including in litigation. Known for making complicated regulations easier to navigate, she brings together deep technical knowledge, practical problem-solving and a genuine commitment to removing barriers.
Outside of work: Samantha is a runner, a foodie, a dog lover and always up for an adventure.