Donika Wimalaratne is a consultant who helps clients establish websites and maintain social media presences. She writes content, creates illustrations, and develops promotional materials. She also assists with personal branding strategies. Donika has experience in teaching, graphic design, public relations, and fundraising. She volunteers with non-profits supporting the community. Donika has a Master's in Education and certificates in graphic design, counseling, and teaching English as a second language.

1. DONIKA WIMALARATNE, M. ED.
Consultant
Summary:
Donika helps clients establish their website and maintain a solid
social media presence. Not only does she use her abilities to create
compelling illustrations, but she writes relevant and meaningful
content crafted for their audience. She also collaborates with
clients in developing promotional material for their products and
services. She assists professionals and businesses develop their
personal branding strategy to help them establish their credibility,
grow their network, and attract new opportunities. Her significant
teaching experience makes her a great workshop facilitator.
Donika volunteers with a number of non-profit organizations for the
well-being of the community, including the John Howard Society of
Ottawa, the Mental Health Commission of Canada, the Immigrant
Women Services Ottawa, and the Ottawa Community Immigrant
Services Organization, to name a few. She is an honorary member
of Artists in Canada. She is fluent in both English and Sinhalese.
Education:
 Master of Education with a
concentration in Teaching
English as a Second Language
(TESL) curriculum design
 Bachelor of Social Science with a
concentration in political science
 Graphic Design Diploma
 Counseling Diploma with a
concentration in human
resources
 Registered Professional
Recruiter
 TESL Ontario Teacher Certificate
Skills:
 Website copywriter and
illustrator
 Promotional material writer
 Social media writer
 Public relations
 Graphic design
 Survey design
 3D printing
 Human resources counselling
 Career identity
 Branding
 Workshop facilitator
 Training material preparation
 Fundraising
 Cognitive behavior
Selected examples of Donika’s experience over the past years are as follows:
BRA NDING
 Influence Marketing — Donika was a brand ambassador where she promoted the Liquor Control
Board of Ontario’s products at several store events. (2016 – present)
GRA PHIC DE S IGN
 Society of Graphic Designers of Canada — Donika designed graphic illustrations for art shows,
events, and artists’ works on numerous occasions. (2012 – 2013)
PROM OT IONA L M A T E RIA L W RIT E R
 Society of Graphic Designers of Canada — Donika wrote promotional material for art shows, events,
and artists’ works on numerous occasions. (2012 – 2013)
T E A CHING A ND T UT ORING
 Ottawa Carleton District School Board — As a supply teacher for the English as a Second Language
course, Donika was involved in planning lessons, designing curricula modifications, and tutoring
students, including youth and adults. She has a very good knowledge of phonetic reading and writing

2. techniques. (2014 – Present)
 Algonquin College, Program for Korean In-Service Teachers — As a language culture facilitator/
instructor of both the Teaching English as a Second Language and Teaching English as a Foreign
Language courses, Donika was involved in planning lessons, designing curricula modifications, and
tutoring to students, including youth and adults. She has a very good knowledge of phonetic reading
and writing techniques. (2012)
 University of Ottawa — As a guest speaker, Donika presented English as a Second Language course
teaching strategies to University of Ottawa’s Bachelor of Education program’ students. (2006)
PUBL IC RE L A T IONS A ND F UNDRA IS ING
 Ottawa Vanier Liberal Association — As a fundraiser and campaigner, Donika was responsible for
communicating with the public about campaign issues and assisting with fundraising projects. (2013)
M E M BE RS HIPS
 Sri Lankan Community Association
Ottawa, Ontario
Translator/Liaison
 Council for the Arts in Ottawa
Ottawa, Ontario
Council Member
 Professional Recruiters of Canada CRPR
Ottawa, Ontario
Professional
Recruiter
 Society of Graphic Designers of Canada GDC
Ottawa, Ontario
Professional
Graphic Designer
 Canadian Counselling and Psychotherapy
Ottawa, Ontario
Professional
Counsellor
OT HE R PROF E S S IONA L DE V E L OPM E NT
 Microsoft softwares: Visio and Publisher 2015
 Diversity training for the workplace
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
2001
 Accessing information and privacy
Citizenship and Immigration Canada
2001
 Microsoft suite: Word, PowerPoint, and Outlook 2000
COM M UNIT Y INV OL V E M E N T
 Ottawa Community Immigrant Services Organization
Member
2015 – Present
 John Howard Society of Ottawa
Volunteer
2013 – Present

3.  Mental Health Commission of Canada
Educator/ Counsellor, Member
2013 – Present
 Immigrant Women Services Ottawa
Volunteer
2013 – Present
 World Skills
Volunteer
2013 – Present
A W A R D S A N D H ON OR S
 Honorary member ofArtists in Canada
S E C U R ITY C LE A R A N C E
 Enhanced reliability
LA N GU A GE C A P A BILITIE S
 Fluent in Sinhalese, Sri Lankan, and English