Experience

Toronto Hydro

• Canada
• Utilities
• 700 & Above Employee

• Government Relations and Public Affairs Consultant

  • Jul 2021 - Present



York Region Rapid Transit Corporation (vivaNext)

• Canada
• Truck Transportation
• 1 - 100 Employee

• Community Liaison

  • Dec 2016 - Jun 2021

  Reporting to the Manager, Project Communications. Responsible for nurturing effective relationships as the key point of contact. Accomplishments: - Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement projects, assist with forecasting/budgeting and communication strategies to support and enhance awareness of YRRTC plans - Establish priorities and plans, implements and evaluates activities based on review of statistical data to drive new initiatives - Community engagement lead interfacing with a wide array of key stakeholders ensuring sensitivity to the diverse needs of each group - Strategically and effectively participate in more than 20+ diverse events (annually) to expand communication reach; building public awareness and trust - As a committee member, participate in high-level dialogue with senior-level staff to identify and address outstanding project issues, communicate organizational priorities and align with the broader overall future masterplan for Vaughan - Plan, develop, and execute successful issues management / crisis plan to address concerns and mitigate impacts



Ministry of the Attorney General - Special Investigations Unit

• Outreach Coordinator

  • 2015 - 2016

  Reported to the Executive Officer. Responsible for establishing long-term program activities and public engagement strategies. Accomplishments: - Led the activities of the Outreach and First Nations portfolios. Assessed current relationships to determine short and long term goals to meet the objectives of the organization and legislative requirements - Oversaw the development of an enhanced First Nations policy to maintain a healthy working relationship with many First Nation and Metis communities - Collaborated with various stakeholders to develop and execute a comprehensive public engagement strategy ensuring equal access to services - Monitored existing programs to ensure effectiveness and made valuable improvements when required - Developed and maintained accurate organizational website content while adhering to all legislative accessibility requirements (AODA) - As a member of the Director’s Resource Committee, established ongoing, constructive partnerships between the SIU and community representatives from various ethnic and community groups; provided valuable feedback and input - Developed educational materials in various languages and accessible formats for stakeholders while staying within budget



Elections Ontario

• Canada
• Government Administration
• 200 - 300 Employee

• Communications Officer

  • 2010 - 2014

  Reported to the Manager of Communications, Public Relations and Media Relations. Responsible for the development of outreach partnerships and communication initiatives. Accomplishments: - Managed the budget for print materials and led the planning and execution of various province-wide programs and public engagement strategies - Program lead on several key initiatives resulting in 35% increase voter awareness and 85% increase in requests for our involvement in events, presentations and conferences - Formulated executive communications, presentation and speaking notes that aligned key messages with legislative requirements and corporate priorities - Facilitated presentations and working groups to audiences greater than 100; innovative and interactive engagement activities to stimulate discussion and initiate change with internal audiences and targeted communities - Constructed a quarterly external e-newsletter with a distribution of over 3000 organizations and individuals across Ontario - Researched and designed scripts, brochures, fact sheets and other communication and promotional materials for internal training and province-wide distribution



City of Toronto

• Canada
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mayor's Assistant

  • Jan 2003 - Nov 2010



City of Toronto

• Canada
• Government Administration
• 700 & Above Employee

• Mayor's Assistant / Constituency Assistant

  • Jan 2002 - Nov 2002