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Strategic Policy- Coordination of Infrastructure Canada's Federal Budget Process- Medium Term Policy Planning- Development of the Department of Housing Infrastructure and Communities Act

Innovation Policy and Integration - Member of the Transition Team to establish the Canada Innovation Corporation. - Innovation and Industrial Policy Analysis- Microeconomic Policy Development

Focuses on Urban Economic Development. Conducts research and analysis to author policy papers to generate industry discussion for the Toronto Region Board of Trade on mixed-use zoning and employment lands in the Greater Toronto Area. Additionally, co-ordinates promotional events for the Urban Policy Lab, including the 2022 Case Competition, which focused on economic integration for newcomers in Toronto, procured through Zoom.

Conducted research and analysis to inform policy development with acuity for timing pressures and handling of sensitive materials within the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing files. Prepared Briefing Notes, Presentations, and Environmental Scans, to inform management on recent policy developments, trends, gaps, and needs to develop strategic options for policy creation. Developed knowledge and understanding of the local government process and relevant legislation with a technical… Show more Conducted research and analysis to inform policy development with acuity for timing pressures and handling of sensitive materials within the Ministry of Municipal Affairs and Housing files. Prepared Briefing Notes, Presentations, and Environmental Scans, to inform management on recent policy developments, trends, gaps, and needs to develop strategic options for policy creation. Developed knowledge and understanding of the local government process and relevant legislation with a technical understanding of Ontario's private and public stakeholders, economic growth, and local governance structures. Show less

Researched western Canadian urban governance structures for Professor Zack Taylor for his paper on metropolitan governance structures in Canada, which was published by the IMFG Papers on Municipal Finance and Governance.

Worked as a team member to organize the 2017 and 2018 Canada Open Grand Prix International Badminton Tournament, facilitating: - Sponsorship acquisition, media relations and ticket sales - Public speaking as the announcer and draw desk manager - Publication of final reports