Natalie has a BA in English and Educational Studies from McGill University, a M.Sc in Vision Science (Visual Impairment & Rehabilitation) from the University of Montreal, and is currently completing doctoral studies with a research focus on braille learning and teaching, also from the University of Montreal. She is a Vision Rehabilitation Specialist, and has taught both braille and assistive technology to learners with visual impairments of all ages. She is also an executive board member of Braille Literacy Canada.
Natalie has been a member of the Adaptech Research Network since 2007. Her research interests include braille literacy, assistive technology and students with visual impairments.