About Us

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Our Values

Our Story

Trellis Pathways was created from a desire to do meaningful, purpose-driven work—work that helps people grow, teams connect, and organizations thrive. Inspired by the natural image of a trellis—something steady that supports upward growth—we build learning pathways that are both supportive and challenging, designed to cultivate real change.

Our Mission

To support journeys of learning and growth through practical, human-centred education and workforce development.

Our Vision for Impact

We want every learning experience to be both engaging and transformative. Our long-term goal is to help learners grow in ways that extend beyond their current role—so they gain skills, insights, and confidence that ripple into every part of their work and life.

Our Approach

What sets Trellis Pathways apart? We lead with care, think strategically, and stay focused on what’s relevant. Here’s what you can count on when partnering with us:

  • We design learning experiences that meet people where they are—whether they're stepping into leadership, navigating HR, or strengthening communication. Our training is empathetic, accessible, and grounded in real workplace needs.

    We blend empathy with clarity—training that feels real, not theoretical.

  • We draw on experience across leadership, HR, financial literacy, and communication to design holistic solutions that strengthen the whole system, not just one part.

    We help you connect the dots between people, process, and performance.

  • With a foundation in adult education and years of facilitation experience, we deliver engaging sessions that respect learners’ time, intelligence, and lived experience.

    We don’t just deliver content—we activate learning.

  • Our work is shaped by the realities of the modern workplace. We help organizations grow from within—strengthening teams, nurturing leadership, and building cultures that last.

    We bring structure and strategy to the people side of business.

Portfolio

Meet

Dana.

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Education has always been a throughline in Dana’s life—as a student, a parent, a community leader, and now as an adult educator and workforce development professional. Dana brings a warm, thoughtful, and strategic approach to learning design, facilitation, and organizational support.

With over a decade of experience in adult education and staff development, Dana has helped people build real-world skills, navigate workplace change, and grow into confident leaders. Her professional journey includes:

    • Certificate in Adult & Continuing Education – University of Manitoba

    • Letter of Accomplishment in Teaching English as a Second Language – University of Manitoba

    • Skills for Success Practitioner Certification – Workplace Connections

    • Relational Skills Practitioner Certification – Workplace Connections

    • M.Ed. in Educational Leadership (In Progress) – Yorkville University

    • 20 years in manufacturing in production and administration roles

    • 10+ years developing tailored learning content for the workplace

    • 10+ years supporting policy and performance system development

    • Experienced mentor, facilitator, and educational project lead

  • Dana’s work is rooted in the intrinsic value of every person and guided by integrity, equity, sustainability, respect, and a deep commitment to growth. She believes learning should be meaningful, challenging, and connected to real impact—for individuals, teams, and communities.