About Me

I was born on a boat and spent six years living on it.

Since then, I've helped plant nearly 9,000 trees across 15 countries and collaborated with nonprofits, a university, and for-profit businesses. I've also contributed to tech workshops that help seniors feel more confident using technology. I taught myself to code at 11, and by 15, I launched Oasis of Change Inc., a not-for-profit focused on promoting digital sustainability.

At Oasis of Change, I build fast, energy-efficient websites that use significantly less power than most. It's about helping organizations grow their online presence while reducing unnecessary energy usage.

I've presented to audiences of hundreds, including the TransLink Executive Team & Board of Directors, advocating for more sustainable web design and smarter digital practices.

What I Do

  • Website Design & Development

    I build clean, fast, and mobile-friendly websites that help you stand out online.

  • Tech Grants Setup

    I help nonprofits access tools like Google for Nonprofits and Microsoft for Nonprofits - saving them $100,000s a year.

  • Photography

    I take high-quality photos of any category at a professional level.

  • Ongoing Support

    I offer tech help, updates, and training so you're never stuck figuring things out alone.

  • Logo Design

    I create unique and memorable brand identities through custom logo design that captures your brand's essence.

Testimonials

  • TC

    Tricia Collingham

    “Gabriel is very talented at website design. He is an incredibly enthusiastic, self-directed and capable individual who is quick to address changes and improvements. I have no doubt that Gabriel will go on to do great things.”

  • JM

    Jordan Mittler

    “Gabriel did a full redesign of our Mittler Senior Technology website, making it much easier to navigate, especially for seniors. He was always quick to respond, took feedback seriously, and handled everything with professionalism. He also led our digital sustainability work, raising awareness about energy-efficient web practices. A total asset to our team.”

  • PC

    Revd. Philip Cochrane

    “Gabriel joined us through a summer program and made a real impact in just six weeks. He developed a brand-new website for St. Paul's Anglican Church and helped enhance our online presence. His tech skills, initiative, and attention to detail were invaluable. He worked well independently and was a positive, capable presence on our team.”

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    Michael Andersen

    “Gabriel volunteered with us at Sustainable WWW and quickly proved himself as someone who shows up, asks smart questions, and genuinely cares. He suggested a tree-planting integration I hadn't considered, and after digging into the research and answering all our concerns, we actually implemented it. He didn't stick to one task; he just helped wherever we needed.”

Industry Leaders I've Worked Alongside

IKEA Company Logo
Microsoft company logo
Stanley Park Ecology Society logo
West End Seniors Network logo
Denman Mall logo
Sustainable WWW logo

All company logos displayed are trademarks of their respective owners.

Articles & Features

Resume

Experience

  1. Founder & President – Oasis of Change Inc.

    Jul 2023 – Present · Vancouver, BC

    Lead a team of 30+, manage a $120K Google grant, partner with organizations like NordVPN, and drive digital sustainability—helping plant nearly 9,000 trees across 15 countries.

  2. Chief Executive Officer – Web-Ready

    Jul 2022 – Present · Vancouver, BC

    Build energy-efficient websites for businesses and nonprofits. Increased one client’s traffic by 1,034% in a month and presented to audiences of hundreds—including TransLink’s Executive Team and Board of Directors—advocating for sustainable web design and smarter digital practices.

  3. National Coach (Fellow) – The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University

    Mar 2025 – Present

    Serve as one of three selected coaches, mentoring 20 Youth Champions across Canada to promote responsible technology use.

  4. Website Developer – Stanley Park Ecology Society

    Jan 2024 – Present · Vancouver, BC

    Applied sustainable web practices to reduce environmental impact and enhance user experience; improved content via copywriting and readability edits. Supported the Greater Vancouver Bird Celebration site and contributed to planting 225+ trees across four countries.

  5. Product Marketing Manager (PMM) Internship – Formaloo

    Mar 2025 – Jun 2025 · Remote

    Selected as one of eight participants in Formaloo’s Product Marketing Program; build campaigns, analyze customer data, and develop growth strategies while collaborating closely with the CMO. Youngest participant in the cohort.

  6. Youth Accessibility Leader – Service Canada

    Sep 2024 – Nov 2024

    Worked with nonprofit organizations to apply for grants of up to $12,000 to improve accessibility and remove barriers for people with disabilities.

  7. Founder – EcoSearch

    Jun 2024 – Sep 2024

    Led a team of 20+ to build a sustainable search engine that plants trees. Managed a $120,000/year Google Ads budget, joined the AWS Startup Program, and received recognition from NASA’s former administrator.

  8. Search Engine Optimization Expert & Website Developer – ViRA360

    Apr 2024 – Oct 2024 · Remote

    Collaborated directly with the CEO to create SEO content, improve website usability, and promote eco-friendly practices.

  9. SEO & English Content Specialist – Refoorest

    Apr 2024 – Oct 2024 · Remote

    Worked with the founder to grow Refoorest’s digital presence, supporting the team in planting over 835,000 trees through content and SEO strategy.

  10. Chief Sustainability Officer & Head of Digital Strategy – Mittler Senior Technology

    Nov 2023 – Oct 2024 · Remote

    Founded and led the sustainability department; developed an accessible, sustainable website and migrated from WordPress to an AWS-hosted platform to improve sustainability and accessibility. Supported planting 123+ trees.

Education

  1. HarvardX

    Jul 2024 – Aug 2024

    Completed the Harvard Buddhist Studies course through HarvardX, taught by Charles Hallisey. This inspired me to study Pali and explore deeper Buddhist teachings, including Tibetan Buddhism and the Theravada monks of the Colombo Dhamma Friends of Mahamevnawa.

  2. The Knowledge Society (TKS)

    Aug 2024 – Jun 2025

    Accepted into TKS, a program with a 10–15% acceptance rate from 42,000+ applicants. Known as "Olympic-level training" for innovators.

  3. buildspace

    Jun 2024 – Aug 2024

    Graduated in the top 7.4% of the S5 Nights & Weekends program. Co-developed Ecosearch, a sustainable search engine that plants trees with each search.

  4. International Baccalaureate (IB)

    2019 – Jul 2024

    Studied in Grades 6–10 under the IB program with strengths in Computers, English, Science, and Social Studies.

My Skills

Web & Tech

  • Sustainable Web Design
  • HTML / CSS / JavaScript
  • Tailwind Framework
  • SEO & Accessibility
  • GitHub
  • Dashnex
  • Cloudflare

Business & Marketing

  • Product Marketing
  • Brand Strategy & Copywriting
  • Google Workspace & Ads (Learning)
  • Content Creation & Email Campaigns
  • Grant Writing

Sustainability & Impact

  • Eco-Friendly Tech Consulting
  • Tree-Planting Partnerships
  • Measuring Environmental Impact
  • Nonprofit Development

Leadership & Personal

  • Team Management
  • Public Speaking (Practicing)
  • Problem Solving
  • Strategic Planning & Mentoring

Portfolio

Categories Guide

Web Development

Complete technical setup both frontend and backend.

Nonprofit Tech Grants

Google, Microsoft, Canva, TechSoup and other nonprofit tech grants.

Web Design

Improving existing websites with better design, visuals, and user experience.

Logo Design

Creating unique brand logos that work across all platforms.

Contact

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