YELLOWKNIFE, N.T. – The Workers’ Safety and Compensation Commission (WSCC) for the Northwest Territories and Nunavut recently appointed Judy Kainz, the organization’s Chief Safety Officer since 2008, as its new Director of Prevention Services. Before joining the WSCC, Kainz worked in oh&s positions for such corporations as Kellogg’s, Parmalat and Qulliq Energy Corporation, a May 4 press release from the Commission noted. “For the last eight years, she has worked with stakeholders to advance the Northern safety culture,” the WSCC added. Kainz’ new position will see her and her team administering and enforcing safety legislation while adapting it to realities of working in Canada’s northern territories. “We look forward to continuing our relationship with Judy as she demonstrates her commitment to occupational health and safety in the north,” the WSCC release said.