Ryan Humeniuk (BSc) is the physician recruitment co-ordinator for the City of Greater Sudbury, economic development division. A graduate of Laurentian University, he has worked for the city since 2003, and has held his current position since 2007. Married with two children, he sits on the board of directors for Larch Street Kids Daycare.

Q: What motivates you?
A: I am motivated by knowing the work we are doing on physician recruitment is helping many citizens of Greater Sudbury obtain quality primary health care. Each family physician we recruit means approximately 1,500 people will soon have a family doctor.

Q: If you could meet anyone in the world who would it be?
A: I would like to meet David Suzuki. I remember watching The Nature of Things as a child, and as I grew older I came to realize how passionate he is toward protecting the environment for future generations. He has dedicated his life's work to something he believes in strongly, so I have a lot of respect for him.

Q: What do you enjoy about living in Northern Ontario?
A: We have all the amenities of a "big city"...(and) easy access to some great outdoor recreational opportunities.

Q: What did you want to be when you grew up?
A: When I was younger I had many aspirations and really couldn't decide on one in particular. Since then I have had the privilege to work in several different capacities.

Q: What makes you happy?
A: Spending time with my wife and two sons.