Staff

Greg Pugh, Principal of Operations, is responsible for overseeing all day-to-day operations at ASI, including administration, deployment of employees, logistics, finances, and laboratory services. Greg received a BA (Hons) from the University of Reading (UK) and an MA with Merit in Archaeology and Heritage from the University of Leicester (UK). He has worked in the Heritage Industry since 1993, dealing with both archaeology and cultural heritage, managing a wide variety of projects including those relating to Environmental Assessment and major infrastructure, as well as three World Heritage Sites.

Andrea Carnevale manages the Woodland Archaeology Practice Area. Andrea earned her BSc (Hon) from the University of Toronto in environmental science and in archaeology. She also received a Nuclear Energy Worker Certificate from McMaster University and a Radiography Level 1 Certificate from the Canadian Institute for NDE. Andrea holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario and has almost 20 years of experience in archaeological consulting. In addition to archaeometry, she has expertise in developing public outreach and educational programming for museums and heritage organizations as well as private and non-profit partners.

Edward Carpenter manages Human Resources. Edward received a BComm from Toronto Metropolitan University and Adv Diploma from George Brown College. He holds a PCP certification from the National Payroll Institute and a Labour Relations certification from the HRPA. He has worked in the HR Industry since 2010, with 10+ years of diverse and progressive experience within archaeology, healthcare, academics, marketing, manufacturing, and consulting services environments.

Sara Cherubin manages the Site Mitigation Practice Area. Sara earned her BSc (Hon) in archaeological science and biological anthropology from University of Toronto and her MSc in human osteology and funerary archaeology from The University of Sheffield, UK. She holds a Professional archaeological license from the province of Ontario. She has over 20 years of experience in Indigenous and Euro-Canadian archaeology having completed and/or directed single, multi-phased assessments and mitigative excavations throughout Ontario and in ten different States in the U.S.A..

Caitlin Coleman manages both the Laboratory Department within Operations and Corporate Communications. Caitlin earned her BA (Hon) in anthropology and history from McGill University and her Master’s degree in museum studies (MMSt) from the University of Toronto. As Laboratory Manager, she curates collections as they move through the stages of archaeological analysis and report writing. As Communications Manager she coordinates the firm’s digital platform and social media presence, and coordinates ASI’s content marketing (print, social and digital). She also manages internal and external communications and public affairs for the company’s projects, excavations, publications, lectures and events.

Jonas Fernandez manages the Geomatics Team within Operations. Jonas earned his BA (Hon) in archaeology from Wilfrid Laurier University and his MSc in archaeological computing – spatial technologies from the University of Southampton, UK. He holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario and has over 15 years of experience as an archaeologist in Ontario and the UK, specializing in the broad implementation of GIS and spatial analysis into heritage practices, including large scale Environmental Assessment projects and municipal archaeological management plans.

Lindsay Graves manages the Infrastructure Portfolio within the Cultural Heritage Practice Area. Lindsay earned her BA (Hon) in archaeology and anthropology from Sir Wilfrid Laurier University, her post-graduate certificate in Museum Management and Curatorship from Sir Sandford Fleming College, and her MA in Conservation Studies (Historic Buildings) from the University of York, UK. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) and has over fifteen years of experience as a heritage professional, both in cultural heritage and archaeology.

Sarah Jagelewski manages the Infrastructure Practice Area. Sarah earned her BA (Hon) in prehistoric archaeology and Near and Middle Eastern civilizations from the University of Toronto. She holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario and has over ten years of experience as an archaeologist and heritage professional. Currently she coordinates and helps manage all ASI’s early stage archaeological assessment projects required under provisions of the Ontario Environmental Assessment Act.

Jennifer Ley manages the Planning Assessment Practice Area. Jennifer earned her BA (Hon) in classics with minors in both archaeology and anthropology from McMaster University. She holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario. Currently she helps coordinate and manage all ASI’s early stage archaeological assessment projects required under provisions of the Ontario Planning Act.

Eva MacDonald manages the Historical Archaeology Practice Area. Eva earned her BA (Hon) and MSc in Anthropology from the University of Toronto. She holds a Professional archaeological license from the province of Ontario and holds the ASI designation of Senior Archaeologist. She has served as ASI’s manager of historical archaeology since 2002- Eva is an acknowledged leader in Ontario’s heritage resource management industry with thirty five years of professional experience.

Kristina Martens manages the Area Planning and Building Conservation portfolio within the Cultural Heritage Practice Area. Kristina holds a BA in Fine Arts and Business with specializations in Studio Art, Art History, and Cultural Management from the University of Waterloo and a Diploma in Heritage Conservation from Willowbank. Kristina has over ten years of experience as a heritage professional.

Annie Veilleux manages the Cultural Landscape & Community Planning Portfolio within the Cultural Heritage Practice Area. Annie earned her BA (Hon) in archaeology from the University of Toronto, her Diploma in Collections Conservation and Management from Sir Sandford Fleming College, and her MA in interdisciplinary studies from York University. She is a member of the Canadian Association of Heritage Professionals (CAHP) and has over fifteen years of experience as a heritage professional, both in cultural heritage and archaeology, and holds an Applied Researcher archaeological license from the province of Ontario. Annie also has experience in Indigenous engagement and she is fully bilingual in French and English.

Carol Bella works in Human Resources. Carol earned her BA (Hon) in anthropology from the University of Toronto. An archaeologist with over twenty years of experience, her current role is primarily in support of the Manager of Human Resources, and also providing broad support across Operations.

Mary Fernando works in Operations. Mary earned her accounting credentials in Sri Lanka where she worked for over ten years in corporate finance. Since joining ASI in 2008 she has applied these skills in her primary role as senior-level bookkeeper. She also provides administrative support to the Principal of Operations.

Tara Guitard works in Operations. As Assistant Manager of Fieldwork Services she manages the logistical aspects of archaeological fieldwork- from vehicles, crew assignments, field equipment, and general problem solving. Tara earned her degree at Brock University and has experience in Ontario archaeological fieldwork, business management, and logistical support. Tara previously served as an Administrative Assistant in Site Mitigation and as Field Operations Coordinator.

Karen Hansen works in Operations. Karen earned her BA in Anthropology with a concentration in Archaeology from McMaster University. She has worked as an archaeologist in CRM since 2011. In addition to her role as Assistant Manager, Karen’s responsibilities also include acting as Coordinator for the Burlington Lab, historical artifact analysis, and maintaining and building field equipment.

Poorya Kashani works in Operations. As Assistant Manager in Fieldwork Services, Poorya supports fieldwork quality, crew training and mentorship, and project coordination. He holds a BS in Chemical Engineering–Petroleum Design, an MA in Historical Artifacts Restoration, and a PhD in Archaeology, specializing in the Historical Period of the Middle East. Before joining ASI in 2015, Poorya spent over seven years in academia as an assistant professor, dean, and vice-dean, gaining experience in teaching, leadership, and research. Since joining ASI, he has worked as a Field Director, helping to lead excavation and documentation efforts while contributing to historic artifact analysis. As a licensed Professional Archaeologist in Ontario, Poorya appreciates the opportunity to support archaeological projects and training initiatives while continuing to learn and grow in the field.

Robin Latour works in Operations. She earned her BA in Anthropology from McGill University and her MPhil in Medieval Archaeology from Glasgow University, in the UK. She further earned a Post-Graduate Diploma in Professional Archaeology from Oxford University, before embarking on a career in archaeological fieldwork, in the UK and France. Robin has over 20 years of experience as a Geomatics specialist, and has worked in Ontario since 2012. She has a wide variety of experience in archaeological surveying, data recording and mapping.

Wesley Oldham works in the Historical Archaeology Practice Area. Wes earned his BA (Hon) in anthropology from McMaster University. An archaeologist with 20 years of experience, he holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario. Experienced in all aspects of archaeological field work, his particular area of expertise is in urban (brownfield) sites with complex stratigraphy.

Katrina Thach works as the Assistant Manager for the Infrastructure Practice Area. Katrina earned her BA (Hon) degree in Anthropology from the University of Waterloo. She holds an Applied Research archaeological license from the province of Ontario and has over seven years experience in archaeological fieldwork, artifact analysis and project coordination. Currently, she supports business acquisition for Infrastructure and manages hundreds of proposals annually.