Shain Mergulhao

Name

Shain Mergulhao

School

School of Health & Life Sciences

ProgramBachelor of Environmental Public Health (Honours)
Academic and professional designations (including credentials and professional associations)
  • Masters in food safety quality assurance, University of Guelph
  • B.A.Sc., Public Health and Safety, Ryerson University
  • B.A.S, Biology, York University
  • CPHI(C) (Certificate in Public Health Inspection (Canada)
  • Occupational Health and Safety Certificate (COHS)
Title

Professor (part time)

Courses taught

ENVR71010 - Emerging Issues - Global and Local Concerns

MGMT74115 - Topics in Management

Areas of expertise & interest
  • Public Health Inspection
  • Food Safety
  • Safe Water
  • Tobacco Control
  • Infectious Diseases
  • Leadership
Industry experience, professional currency activities
  • 20 years public health experience
  • 8 years public health leadership
  • 5 years teaching
  • CIPHI National and Ontario Educational Chairs, Professional Education Conference Chairs and President Elect
Additional information

My 20 years in the public health field has given me extensive knowledge of health promotion, workplace legislative requirements, health inspection safety standards, exceptional interpersonal communication, presentation, negotiation, problem-solving skills and natural ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, internal/external agencies, and community leaders to prevent disease, promote well-being of individuals, and protect the health of the residents.

I am recognized as a change leader, excel in organizational change management, with demonstrated expertise in driving quality and process improvement initiatives to achieve better public health outcomes.

I use a genuine, flexible yet straightforward and passionate teaching style to empower my students as they are the future of this public health profession.

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