Government of CanadaCommunications Assistant
Jan. 2010 - Oct. 2015Ottawa, Canada AreaIn addition to being able to study and work in a bilingual environment, I came to our nation’s capital with the goal of serving Canada and its national interests abroad. Alongside my studies, I had the opportunity to work as a Communications Assistant for former Member of Parliament, Royal Galipeau. As his Communications Assistant, I was responsible for conducting research on domestic and local issues, disseminating information to constituents, and providing support on a variety of administrative tasks and legislative projects within the office. The diversity of assignments I was entrusted with enabled me to adapt to new responsibilities with resourcefulness, confidence, and enthusiasm. Moreover, I gained experience in effectively and independently coordinating projects within the team. A staff member for nearly six years, I further benefited from Mr. Galipeau’s mentorship and expertise; his insight and unprecedented knowledge of our nation's political and cultural history, nurtured my appreciation for the political processes and the cultural differences of our nation that need to be respected and protected.