Chris Friesen

Top-notch researcher with detail-oriented and systematic nature useful for analyzing and interpreting historical documentation. Team player with strong organization skills. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with high degree of accuracy. 

St. Lawrence Parks Commission

• Identified and conserved document, records and maps of historical significance.
• Investigated archives to locate important information regarding historical events.
• Directly interacted with historical artifacts; presenting them to the public in an effective, safe, and appropriate manner.
• One of few select individuals chosen to conduct interpretation of a new exhibit focusing on the historical significance of minority groups within 19th century Canadian history. 

Parks Canada

• Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance. 
• Coordinated group activities to help engage the public by facilitating special events contributing to historical knowledge and entertainment. 
• Interacted with historical artifacts pertaining to the period and worked extensively with historical replicas to obtain a better understanding of significance and function. 
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively. 
• Took personal initiatives to interact with the public through effective ways by conveying the messages of historical interpretation through very informative and engaging means that applied through all ages.

Brock University (Bachelor of Arts: History (Hounours))

• Pursued Bachelor of Arts Degree in History (with honours) for first two years of program. 

University of Ottawa (Bachelor of Arts: History (Hounours))

• Completed my BA in History (with Hounours). 

University of Ottawa (Master of Arts: History)

• Completed Master of Arts Degree in History. 
• Worked extensively with primary and secondary source, accessing both physical and digital archives and navigating to find the necessary in pertaining to my research. 
• Constructed major research paper on 20th Century European history.