As reported by Elliotte Friedman, the Flyers would have interviewed the Canucks' assistant GM, Emilie Castonguay for the position:
Emilie Castonguay joined the Canucks as one of the first females to occupy an important management role in an NHL Franchise. Before joining the Canucks she was a player agent for notable up-and-coming players such as Alexis Lafreniere (Rangers), and Jakob Pelletier (Flames).