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 30+ countries and worked with nonprofits, churches, and small 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 also had the chance to speak with hundreds of people, including the TransLink Board of Directors, where I advocate 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.”

  • MA

    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

    Led a team of 30+, managed a $120K Google grant, and collaborated with corporations like NordVPN to promote digital sustainability.

  2. Chief Executive Officer – Web-Ready

    Jul 2022 – Present · Vancouver, BC

    Building energy-efficient websites for six-figure businesses and nonprofits, boosting client traffic and impact.

  3. IT & Digital Comms Specialist – St. Paul's Anglican Church

    Jul 2024 – Present · Vancouver, BC

    Building a sustainable website, cutting hosting costs by 89.7%, and improving digital infrastructure, including building security and communication systems.

  4. Fellow – The Dais at Toronto Metropolitan University

    Mar 2025 – Present

    Coaching 20 Youth Champions across Canada to promote responsible tech use (selected as 1 of 2 people for this role).

  5. Product Marketing Manager (PMM) Internship – Formaloo

    Mar 2025 – Present · Remote

    Building campaigns, analyzing customer data, and developing growth strategies as 1 of 8 selected participants. I'm also honoured to be the youngest participant in the program.

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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