Shelly Skyba-Reed (She/Her) Email & Phone Number

Hydro One is actively energizing communities across Ontario. I’m part of a dedicated team that leads communications and public relations through all stages of Hydro One’s major capital and customer projects.

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

I provided strategic advice, technical leadership and client-oriented solutions related to public consultation, outreach and education, risk communication, crises communication, community engagement, outrage management, and virtual engagement for major projects across GHD’s markets - water, transportation, property and buildings, energy and resources.

Guelph, Ontario, Canada

In this role, I provided experience-based, judgement-driven advice and support to senior leadership to help their respective divisions achieve the City’s strategic goals and objectives. I also delivered elevated communications for high priority and contentious issues like housing, climate change, waste reduction, water conservation and infrastructure.

In this role, I connected the City with key audiences using strategic key messages and tactics – virtual and/or in-person community engagement, graphic design, print and digital media, etc., to accomplish campaign goals. My responsibilities also included writing speeches, speaking notes, proof points and newsletters for the mayor, councillors and staff. I.

I started my own freelance writing company where I was responsible for the overall company strategy, operations and marketing. I managed contract writers and designers to provide copywriting and strategic communications planning for clients including the City of Waterloo, DioGuardi Tax Services, Waterloo Region District School Board and Igloo Software.