For this interview, we met with a dedicated colleague from the mobility engineering team at our Montreal office. Driven by a human and inclusive vision of transportation, she shares with us her journey, her inspirations, and how she contributes every day to creating accessible, safe and sustainable living environments.
What does transportation mean to you?
For me, transportation is much more than just getting from one place to another. It's a way to access the essential places in our daily lives, seize opportunities and stay connected to the world around us.
How long have you been at CIMA+?
I joined the CIMA+ team in September 2022.
Why did you choose to join CIMA+'s Mobility Engineering team?
I chose this team because it is led by brilliant and inspiring women. It embodies a work environment where the values of diversity, equity and inclusion have long been integrated, well before these concepts became widely discussed societal issues.
How would you describe CIMA+'s Mobility Engineering team?
The Mobility Engineering team at the Montreal office is made up of passionate and dedicated individuals. Our daily presence in the office reflects our mutual appreciation and enjoyment of working together. Our workspaces are decorated with team photos taken during activities such as softball tournaments, end-of-year parties and bike rides—memories that illustrate the strong bond that unites us.
Why did you choose the field of mobility? What do you like about it?
A trip to Europe was a turning point for me. I discovered cities designed to encourage active and collective travel. In Copenhagen, I watched with admiration as elderly people, parents with children and businesspeople in suits or elegant attire moved around freely on bicycles. This vision made a deep impression on me, in contrast to North American suburbs, which are designed around cars.
What I like about this field is that it touches on accessibility. Beyond movement, it's about making economic, social and cultural opportunities accessible to everyone. For example, safe cycling infrastructure allows children to explore their neighbourhood with confidence and independence. It's this social and human aspect of mobility that drives me.
What is your professional background?
I earned a bachelor's degree in civil engineering from Polytechnique Montréal, with a specialization in transportation. I am currently pursuing my studies in this field, completing a specialized graduate diploma.
How do you think your work makes a difference in the community?
I believe that our work, which is often behind the scenes, has a real impact on people's safety. We help create safer and more inclusive travel environments. For example, by ensuring that a senior citizen has enough time and visibility to cross an intersection, we enable them to maintain their independence with confidence. Concrete actions like this give real meaning to what we do.
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