- Construct and drive all government relations activities with primary focus and attention given to large pipeline and other infrastructure investments being undertaken within the province and across the U.S.–Canada border. - Create and execute all government affairs related strategies and ensure they are working to underpin, and align with, overall corporate objectives. - Lead a team designed to create positive relationships within government at all levels and ensure those… Show more - Construct and drive all government relations activities with primary focus and attention given to large pipeline and other infrastructure investments being undertaken within the province and across the U.S.–Canada border. - Create and execute all government affairs related strategies and ensure they are working to underpin, and align with, overall corporate objectives. - Lead a team designed to create positive relationships within government at all levels and ensure those relationships are appropriately leveraged in order to protect and/or enhance company’s business environment and future outlook. - Act as a lead voice and advocate for the fuel and greater natural gas sector within Ontario and abroad. Educate all direct and indirect stakeholders on the opportunities associated with natural gas and the prominent role of the sector within the provincial economy. Show less

- Represent and promote the greater interests of Union Gas and their customers to the Government of Ontario, in particular the Office of the Premier and Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. - Craft and support Union Gas energy policies and positions with outside stakeholders, government officials, and major industry players. - Manage company and customer interests in external events and public affairs crises. - Work as part of a project management team that… Show more - Represent and promote the greater interests of Union Gas and their customers to the Government of Ontario, in particular the Office of the Premier and Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure. - Craft and support Union Gas energy policies and positions with outside stakeholders, government officials, and major industry players. - Manage company and customer interests in external events and public affairs crises. - Work as part of a project management team that implements major natural gas pipeline/infrastructure expansion within communities and manage issues related to potential objection from both citizen groups and local politicians. Show less

- Managed all legislative functions on behalf of the Leader, including the drafting of questions, motions, and House debate schedule. - Worked as part of a team that provided strategic communication advice and political direction to the Leader. - Highlighted points of political opportunity and formulated points of attack for both the Leader and opposition critics. - Executed all duties and responsibilities as Chief of Staff to the Opposition House Leader – Worked… Show more - Managed all legislative functions on behalf of the Leader, including the drafting of questions, motions, and House debate schedule. - Worked as part of a team that provided strategic communication advice and political direction to the Leader. - Highlighted points of political opportunity and formulated points of attack for both the Leader and opposition critics. - Executed all duties and responsibilities as Chief of Staff to the Opposition House Leader – Worked with Ministers, MPPs and staff of all political stripes to broker productive legislative agendas. - Communicated house agenda to Leader and caucus, and directed question period agenda/strategy. Show less

- Examined daily issues and their political relevance to both opposition and government strategy. - Constructed clear communication plans and strategy for caucus. - Designed and carried out rapid response media strategy. - Coordinated TV, radio, and print media presence as well as accompanying materials.

- Managed the immediate needs of the Minister both inside and outside the legislative chamber. - Assisted the Minister with meeting energy stakeholders and served as principal liaison between stakeholders and the Minister’s Office. - Aided key policy and communication efforts, including organizing press conferences and drafting accompanying materials. - Oversaw and drafted correspondence, ensuring consistency of message and prompt response times. - Was Personal… Show more - Managed the immediate needs of the Minister both inside and outside the legislative chamber. - Assisted the Minister with meeting energy stakeholders and served as principal liaison between stakeholders and the Minister’s Office. - Aided key policy and communication efforts, including organizing press conferences and drafting accompanying materials. - Oversaw and drafted correspondence, ensuring consistency of message and prompt response times. - Was Personal Assistant to the Minister during the August 2003 North American blackout. Worked as part of a team communicating frontline issues to the Minister and assisting the overall crisis management strategy. Show less

- Determined the overall impact on Canadian interests of many homeland security bills from their introduction to their passing. - Lobbied Congress members in order to ensure Canadian interests were represented effectively. - Studied and reported on a myriad of security issues including: port security, reinforced cockpit doors, guns in the cockpit and airport security screening legislation. - Liaised with U.S. businesses investing in Canada as well as with Canadian… Show more - Determined the overall impact on Canadian interests of many homeland security bills from their introduction to their passing. - Lobbied Congress members in order to ensure Canadian interests were represented effectively. - Studied and reported on a myriad of security issues including: port security, reinforced cockpit doors, guns in the cockpit and airport security screening legislation. - Liaised with U.S. businesses investing in Canada as well as with Canadian businesses looking to have their interests represented in the U.S. Show less