Kathyrn holds a Masters of Education degree from Nipissing University as well as a Bachelor of Education degree, a Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography and Music, and a Bachelors of Outdoor Education from Lakehead University. She is also certified as an Environmental Science Specialist, a Guidance Specialist, and an Instructor for English As A Second Language. These additional qualifications were acquired through the University of Toronto, North York, and Nipissing Universities.