Dr. Tobi Oyedele

Tobi Oyedele, PAg serves as the Public Information Officer (PIO) for TREX and is the Communications Coordinator for the Canadian Prairies Prescribed Fire Exchange (CPPFE). With a PhD in Development and Strategic Communications and a professional background spanning agriculture, education, and strategic communications, Tobi specializes in translating complex environmental and scientific information into engaging, accessible stories for diverse audiences. In her role with CPPFE, she leads communication and outreach efforts that highlight the science, practice, and people behind prescribed fire across the Canadian Prairies. As TREX Public Information Officer, she is responsible for public engagement, media relations, educational content, and documenting operational activities, helping communities better understand how prescribed fire supports healthy grasslands, biodiversity conservation, and resilient landscapes. Passionate about collaboration and knowledge sharing, Tobi works closely with practitioners, researchers, Indigenous partners, land managers, and communities to foster greater appreciation for prairie ecosystems and the critical role of prescribed fire in their stewardship.