| Merrin is an MSc at the University of Alberta’s School of Public Health. Her thesis work focuses on patterns and predictors of recent drug treatment engagement among People Who Use Drugs (PWUD) who are also facing homelessness. She is also a member of the CSSDP Edmonton Chapter. In her free time, Merrin enjoys baking, crocheting, playing intramural sports and hanging out with her friends and dog. |
Co-Treasurer
Merrin Monteith (she/her)
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Nick Cristiano, PhD
I am an Assistant Professor and Program Coordinator for the Policing and Community Well-Being B.A. Program at Trent University. My research focuses on harm reduction, public health, drug policy, risk management, cannabis, and club drugs, and nighttime economies.
Co-Chair
Azra Panjwani (she/her)
Azra is an MSc student at the University of Alberta’s School of Public Health. Her research focuses on how covid-19 impacted supervised consumption site operations. She is also co-chair of CSSDP’s Edmonton chapter. In her time off, Azra is bouldering, crafting, and working her way through a never-ending list of restaurants to try in Edmonton.
Co-Chapter Liaison
Ella Cettiga (She/Her)
Ella is a BSc Psychology student at the University of Alberta with an interest in mental health, harm reduction, and clinical care. She is currently working as a clinical psychology intern and volunteers with several youth and community-based organizations. In her spare time, she enjoys painting, attending local arts festivals, and giving new life to clothing through sustainable fashion practices.