Melanie Chudyk has experience working for Elections Manitoba and as a foster provider. She previously worked for DASCH Inc. from 2002-2015 in roles such as case management, foster care coordination, and staff supervision. She has certifications in first aid, non-violent crisis intervention, applied physical techniques, and suicide prevention. Her work history also includes positions as a program coordinator, manager, substitute teacher, and child care coordinator dating back to 1998. She holds a Bachelor of Education degree from the University of Winnipeg.